Are we talking in scientific terms or in Buddhist terms or a hybrid of the
two ?
Before we proceed any further, let's settle on some definitions. Here's
what I suggest to get the ball rolling -- what are your's ?.
1. Physical: relating to matter & energy + their interaction
2. Universe: the totality of existence, all that is
3. Two common definitions of "consciousness" that I would like to
consider:
a) the state of awareness / perception
b) the totality of a person's thoughts, feelings and sensations
Then we should think about any possible correlation, if any, with Buddhist
terminology.