Lifting the veil on Bohm's holomovement

Area of Science:

• Philosophy of Mind
• Theoretical Physics
• Metaphysics

Background:

• David Bohm's holomovement concept describes a self-organizing universe.
• Bohm's view of consciousness is inconsistently applied, oscillating between local minds and universal totality.
• Existing interpretations may inadvertently introduce Cartesian separation into Bohm's holistic model.

Purpose of the Study:

• To propose a more coherent understanding of Bohm's holomovement.
• To reframe the holomovement as universal consciousness.
• To analyze the role and implications of 'meaning' within Bohm's holistic framework.

Main Methods:

• Conceptual analysis of David Bohm's philosophical and scientific writings.
• Critique of the dualistic implications in Bohm's concept of consciousness.
• Argument for an integrated understanding of consciousness and the holomovement.

Main Results:

• Viewing the holomovement as universal consciousness offers a more consistent interpretation.
• Resolving the ambiguity of consciousness avoids limitations imposed by Cartesian separation.
• The term 'meaning' possesses structural and functional agency within Bohm's model.

Conclusions:

• Universal consciousness provides a robust foundation for Bohm's holomovement concept.
• Integrating consciousness and the holomovement enhances the coherence of Bohm's holistic framework.
• The concept of 'meaning' is integral to understanding the self-organizing, living totality of the holomovement.