"So Whitehead's metaphysics doesn't fit very well on to physics as we understand the process of the world"
- John Polkinghorne
About this Quote
John Polkinghorne's quote is referring to the philosophical work of Alfred North Whitehead, who established a metaphysical system of thought. Whitehead's metaphysics is based on the idea that the universe is composed of real entities, which are constantly altering and connecting with each other. However, this system does not fit well with the current understanding of physics, which is based on the laws of nature and the scientific approach. Polkinghorne's quote recommends that Whitehead's metaphysical system is not compatible with the current understanding of physics, and for that reason does not provide an acceptable explanation of the physical world. This is since Whitehead's system does not take into consideration the laws of nature and the clinical approach, which are essential for understanding the real world. For that reason, Polkinghorne's quote indicates that Whitehead's esoteric system is not ideal for understanding the physical world.
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