Theory of the Physical Void

A philosophical and scientific hypothesis about the nature of absolute nothingness – devoid not only of matter and energy but also of fields, dimensions, and physical laws. Unlike the quantum or spacetime voids, the physical void would have no properties whatsoever, not even extension. The theory investigates whether such a void is conceivable, whether it could be realized, and whether our universe could have emerged from it. It engages with debates about creation ex nihilo, the necessity of a prime mover, and the limits of physical explanation.

Example: “The theory of the physical void doesn’t claim that absolute nothing exists – it asks whether it could, and whether ‘nothing’ is a stable state or an impossibility.”

Theory of the Relativistic Void

A framework that combines general relativity with void cosmology, examining how voids (large underdense regions of the universe) behave relativistically. Unlike Newtonian voids, relativistic voids can expand faster, have their own gravitational horizons, and affect the cosmic microwave background. The theory studies how the void’s geometry influences light propagation, time dilation, and the motion of galaxies. It is crucial for understanding large‑scale structure and the apparent acceleration of the universe without dark energy.

Example: “The theory of the relativistic void suggests that we might live inside a giant cosmic void – and that its relativistic expansion could mimic dark energy, explaining supernova data without new physics.”

by Abzugal Nammugal Enkigal April 13, 2026