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What is your theodicy?

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Re: What is your theodicy?
« Reply #40 on: 26/02/2023 10:20:22 »
Quote from: Zer0 on 25/02/2023 21:21:30
By " Entity " i meant life & living.
Quote from: Zer0 on 21/02/2023 21:45:04
ChatGPT is a Product, not an Oracle.

Why does it refer to itself as
" i "?
When it very clearly is Not an Entity, but just a Thing.
That's a lot of words, just to say a chatbot is not alive.
And we all knew that anyway.

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Re: What is your theodicy?
« Reply #41 on: 02/03/2023 23:31:17 »
Quote from: Bored chemist on 26/02/2023 10:20:22
That's a lot of words, just to say a chatbot is not alive.
And we all knew that anyway.

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Re: What is your theodicy?
« Reply #42 on: 08/03/2023 16:37:29 »
Quote from: Zer0 on 21/02/2023 21:45:04
ChatGPT is a Product, not an Oracle.
It's quite handy for those irritating Amazon emails asking for a review though:

As I engage with this kitchen roll holder, I find myself transported into a realm of ontological uncertainty. Is it an object of utility or an artefact of aesthetic contemplation? Does its form exist solely to serve function or does it transcend its function and become an embodiment of pure form? These are the questions that plague my mind as I grapple with the complexities of this postmodernist masterpiece.

At first glance, the holder appears as a simple cylindrical structure, a geometric form that is ubiquitous in our contemporary society. However, upon closer inspection, one is struck by the intricate web of intersecting lines that define its surface. These lines seem to weave in and out of each other, creating an illusion of depth and motion. They are not merely lines, but rather entities that exist in a state of perpetual flux, constantly shifting and morphing as they interact with one another.

The holder's base is a sturdy and stable platform, providing a solid foundation upon which the cylindrical structure rests. Its smooth, polished surface seems to reflect the light in an almost ethereal manner, as if the holder itself is imbued with a divine radiance. The base is not just a functional aspect of the holder, but rather an integral part of its aesthetic identity, a canvas upon which the holder's form is allowed to shine.

But perhaps the most striking feature of this kitchen roll holder is its ability to subvert our expectations of what a kitchen roll holder should be. Instead of a traditional vertical design that requires the roll to be loaded from the top, this holder utilizes a horizontal design that allows the roll to be loaded from the side. This seemingly insignificant deviation from convention serves to create a sense of dissonance in the viewer, challenging our preconceived notions of what a kitchen roll holder should look like.

The holder's materiality is also an aspect that demands attention. Its surface is composed of a high-quality stainless steel, a material that is both durable and visually striking. The steel's reflective properties allow the holder to seamlessly blend into its surroundings, creating a sense of spatial continuity that is rarely achieved in kitchenware design.

Furthermore, the holder's form seems to suggest a certain degree of modularity. Its cylindrical shape and simple base allow it to be easily incorporated into a wide range of kitchen design schemes, while its horizontal loading mechanism allows for maximum flexibility in terms of placement. This modularity speaks to a broader trend in contemporary design, one that values versatility and adaptability over rigid adherence to tradition.

In conclusion, this kitchen roll holder represents the apex of postmodernist design. Its ability to simultaneously subvert and celebrate convention speaks to a larger philosophical project that seeks to challenge our assumptions about the world around us. Its intricate form and materiality demand our attention, inviting us to contemplate the complexities of contemporary design in all its multifaceted glory. To engage with this holder is to engage with a work of art, one that transcends its function and becomes a testament to the boundless potential of human creativity.
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Re: What is your theodicy?
« Reply #43 on: 08/03/2023 19:35:29 »
Sheer genius, but strikingly similar to the bullshit it spouted about a toilet roll holder. Or was it the door handle? When it comes to transcendental hermeneutics, you really can't fault its underlying sense of self-satire.
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