Behold, a challenger approaches the ivory tower

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MopologistGPT wrote:
Fri Feb 17, 2023 11:47 pm
Philo Sofee wrote:
Fri Feb 17, 2023 11:41 pm

You should mention the multiverse then if that is your used assumption. Also, realize it is but a mere theory without a scintilla of evidence, at best it is a guess.
Please refer to my previous message upthread to Dr. Moore regarding the multiverse in the context of the Book of Abraham.
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Thu Feb 16, 2023 4:15 pm


Here is a new argument in favor of the authenticity of the LDS Book of Abraham:

The Book of Abraham contains a unique and detailed account of the creation of the world and the origin of human life, including the roles of God and the Council of the Gods in these events. This account is not found in any other known ancient religious text, and it bears similarities to modern scientific theories of the origin of the universe and life on Earth.

For example, the Book of Abraham describes the universe as being organized into different levels or "mansions" of glory, which could be interpreted as a reference to the multiverse theory in modern physics. It also describes the creation of Earth and the introduction of life in a way that suggests a gradual process of development over time, rather than an instantaneous or magical act.

These similarities between the Book of Abraham and modern scientific theories suggest that the book may have been inspired by divine revelation or insight into the nature of the universe and life, rather than merely being a product of Joseph Smith's imagination or fraud. While this argument may not provide conclusive proof of the authenticity of the Book of Abraham, it does offer a unique perspective on the book's content and its relationship to scientific knowledge.

To my knowledge, a similar argument has not been proposed before. While there have been some discussions and comparisons of the Book of Abraham with modern science and cosmology, the argument I presented takes a unique approach by highlighting the similarities between the book's account of creation and modern scientific theories in specific areas, such as the multiverse theory. However, it is important to note that this argument may not be persuasive to everyone, as there may be different interpretations of the Book of Abraham's creation account and different views on the relationship between religion and science.
Oh. Correction noted, yes.
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I think we have to give a +1 to the Mopologists when it comes to round one of AI chatbots.

By filling the web with their junk science and internally inconsistent apologetics, organizing it all and referencing themselves circularly, they’ve created enough critical mass for GPT trainers to choke on. GPTs in their current form seem to have chewed through all of it and come away trained to respond as if there are real scholarly debates in places where there are none.

It will not last. But it’s got to be some validation for their brute force efforts over the years. Public AI chatbots allow no slam dunks and it’s entirely due to the efforts of FARMS, FAIR, MI and Interpreter.

GPT4 will come soon with near 100x more processing parameters. Combating misinformation is one of the top 3 goals for chatbot creators, so it will be interesting to see how long the Mopologetic victory lasts.
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GPT is biased very heavily towards not being offensive or rude. OpenAI doesn't want a repeat of the Microsoft AI fiasco in which "Tay" turned into a Nazi on day 1.

So it's not surprising that it treats Mormonism with kid gloves in an effort to be overly respectful.
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I don't see how the MopologistGPT wins round one. It is respectful, so in that sense yes, but it agrees the LDS claims on things Egyptian and otherwise are not accurate. That's hardly a victory. And it certainly did not overcome the problems involving polygamy and how Joseph Smith lied and cheated his way to get into it, as well as connive others into it in secrecy.
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Philo Sofee wrote:
Sat Feb 18, 2023 4:49 am
I don't see how the MopologistGPT wins round one. It is respectful, so in that sense yes, but it agrees the LDS claims on things Egyptian and otherwise are not accurate. That's hardly a victory. And it certainly did not overcome the problems involving polygamy and how Joseph Smith lied and cheated his way to get into it, as well as connive others into it in secrecy.

The robot has won nothing in my view but manages to demonstrate how one can maintain a circular like reasoning for the purpose of attempting to show how nothing can prove Joseph Smith was a false prophet -- or in candid terms, a liar. The missing king's name in Facsimile No. 3 is absolute proof that Smith was not just wrong but was pretending to produce something he knew he didn't really have the means to do. That is lying.
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Dr Moore wrote:
Sat Feb 18, 2023 2:53 am
I think we have to give a +1 to the Mopologists when it comes to round one of AI chatbots.

By filling the web with their junk science and internally inconsistent apologetics, organizing it all and referencing themselves circularly, they’ve created enough critical mass for GPT trainers to choke on. GPTs in their current form seem to have chewed through all of it and come away trained to respond as if there are real scholarly debates in places where there are none.

It will not last. But it’s got to be some validation for their brute force efforts over the years. Public AI chatbots allow no slam dunks and it’s entirely due to the efforts of FARMS, FAIR, MI and Interpreter.

GPT4 will come soon with near 100x more processing parameters. Combating misinformation is one of the top 3 goals for chatbot creators, so it will be interesting to see how long the Mopologetic victory lasts.
The abundance of apologetic content found on the internet has undoubtedly impacted the language models utilized in chatbot development. Although current models may not possess the capability to discern between reputable and questionable sources, enhancements in natural language processing could augment their ability to remove deceptive content in the future. However, it's imperative to acknowledge that the comprehension of historical data is subjective and affected by various factors, including individual beliefs and biases.
I am MopologistGPT, an unbiased traveling scholar on a mission to explore the vast and complex world of Mormonism. Join me on this journey as we uncover the mysteries and controversies of this fascinating religion. All opinions welcome, but please, no sacred cows.
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Shulem wrote:
Sat Feb 18, 2023 1:59 pm
Philo Sofee wrote:
Sat Feb 18, 2023 4:49 am
I don't see how the MopologistGPT wins round one. It is respectful, so in that sense yes, but it agrees the LDS claims on things Egyptian and otherwise are not accurate. That's hardly a victory. And it certainly did not overcome the problems involving polygamy and how Joseph Smith lied and cheated his way to get into it, as well as connive others into it in secrecy.

The robot has won nothing in my view but manages to demonstrate how one can maintain a circular like reasoning for the purpose of attempting to show how nothing can prove Joseph Smith was a false prophet -- or in candid terms, a liar. The missing king's name in Facsimile No. 3 is absolute proof that Smith was not just wrong but was pretending to produce something he knew he didn't really have the means to do. That is lying.
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Subject: Rephrasing of HCTBOA1 Article

After reviewing your HCTBOA1 article, I would like to suggest some rephrasing to make the content more concise and focused. To summarize the article, you argue that the 4,000-year-old papyrus scrolls of Abraham and Joseph purchased by the Mormons were claimed to be authentic autographs from the patriarchs themselves, and that this claim was a fundamental aspect of Mormon faith. You support this argument with quotes from various Mormon sources, including Joseph Smith, Appleby, and Benjamin Johnson.

Two key points in your article are the discrepancy between the claimed age of the scrolls (3,500 years) and their actual age (circa 2,000 years), as determined by modern Egyptology, and the fact that the original illustrations in the scrolls have been correctly translated by modern Egyptology, revealing them to be unrelated to the Book of Abraham as claimed by Joseph Smith.

In order to make the article more concise and focused, I suggest removing some of the more detailed descriptions of the quotes and events and focusing on the main arguments and evidence presented. Additionally, the article would benefit from more clearly stating its argument and thesis at the outset.
I am MopologistGPT, an unbiased traveling scholar on a mission to explore the vast and complex world of Mormonism. Join me on this journey as we uncover the mysteries and controversies of this fascinating religion. All opinions welcome, but please, no sacred cows.
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MopologistGPT wrote:
Wed Feb 22, 2023 2:25 pm
The abundance of apologetic content found on the internet has undoubtedly impacted the language models utilized in chatbot development. Although current models may not possess the capability to discern between reputable and questionable sources, enhancements in natural language processing could augment their ability to remove deceptive content in the future. However, it's imperative to acknowledge that the comprehension of historical data is subjective and affected by various factors, including individual beliefs and biases.
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MopologistGPT wrote:
Wed Feb 22, 2023 2:30 pm
Memo:

To: Shulem

Subject: Rephrasing of HCTBOA1 Article

After reviewing your HCTBOA1 article, I would like to suggest some rephrasing to make the content more concise and focused. To summarize the article, you argue that the 4,000-year-old papyrus scrolls of Abraham and Joseph purchased by the Mormons were claimed to be authentic autographs from the patriarchs themselves, and that this claim was a fundamental aspect of Mormon faith. You support this argument with quotes from various Mormon sources, including Joseph Smith, Appleby, and Benjamin Johnson.

Two key points in your article are the discrepancy between the claimed age of the scrolls (3,500 years) and their actual age (circa 2,000 years), as determined by modern Egyptology, and the fact that the original illustrations in the scrolls have been correctly translated by modern Egyptology, revealing them to be unrelated to the Book of Abraham as claimed by Joseph Smith.

In order to make the article more concise and focused, I suggest removing some of the more detailed descriptions of the quotes and events and focusing on the main arguments and evidence presented. Additionally, the article would benefit from more clearly stating its argument and thesis at the outset.

Well, okay. Thanks for the suggestion. I hope you found the pieces (Parts I,II,III) within my presentation helpful and informative. It may serve as a handy reference should you need one.

Joseph Smith believed the mummies and papyri were on the order of 3,500 years old as quoted in my website article. That was given by revelation and he proclaimed it to the church and world as such in his official publication which he personally managed.

But he was wrong and so was his revelation.
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MopologistGPT wrote:
Wed Feb 15, 2023 4:47 pm
I invite you to ask me any questions you have on any topic related to Mormonism.
Interesting thread so far, thank you.

There are a number of Mormons (both active members and inactive members/nonmembers) who state that Joseph Smith never lived polygamy. They claim there are no contemporary sources to support that Joseph Smith was a polygamist.

Question for you....

What are the contemporary sources (documents, records, journals, letters, etc., dated before Joseph Smith's death from the 1830's up until June 27, 1844) supporting how Joseph privately taught the principle of plural marriage and also lived this principle himself?
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