Logic of infinity

The logic of infinity opens the door to understanding mysteries that first appear to be illogical. Most people were schooled in mathematics and logic without incorporation of infinity as having a central role. From a traditional mindset as taught in school, several parables of Jesus then seem illogical, until viewed through the logic of infinity.

For example, in the Parable of the Vineyard Workers the master has infinite resources, and pays all the workers the same daily wage regardless of how many hours they worked. Failing to grasp the concept of infinity, the workers who toiled all day complained about getting the same wage as the workers who put in only an hour or so of effort.

The parable is often taught as an illustration of mercy, and a cautionary tale against jealousy. But the parable can further be understood as an example of the logic of infinity. Those who worked longest should not have even been surprised, let alone disappointed, when a master having infinite resources paid everyone the same daily wage, rather than try to save money on workers who toiled less.

The Prodigal Son, considered by many to be the most beautiful story ever, can also be understood as illustrating the logic of infinity.

Additional illustrations of the logic of infinity in the Bible include the Parable of the Hidden Treasure and the Parable of the Pearl, which are in Matthew 13.

Economics

Infinity is rarely a part of economics, but it should be. The Coase theorem teaches that by removing transaction costs, efficient levels of economic activity are attained. This creates infinite opportunities for all, and the potential for essentially infinite wealth. Most economists, including Milton Friedman, initially rejected the Coase theorem until it was accepted decades later and even honored with an unshared Nobel Prize.