Noting that metaphysics is the philosophical study of the nature of reality, Blackburn (2007: 2-23) states that a key question in metaphysics is whether reality contains any absolute truths. The phrase 'absolute truth' is said to refer to an unalterable, unchanging, and permanent fact. An absolute truth is valid in all times and in all spaces.
Absolute truth can be contrasted with a relativistic idea of truth in which truth is viewed as something that is relative to the individual or individuals believing it. In other words, relativism holds that reality is such that there is no one particular understanding of truth, no structure of truth, and no system of truth that is more valid than another one because there is no objective standard of truth.
In attempting to delineate and discuss my personal metaphysical perspective, I had to ask myself one question. This was, do I believe in any absolute truths and, if so, what are they?
The foregoing question was not difficult for me to answer. I have read and studied many metaphysical books and other writings and even had a few experiences that I would consider 'supernatural' or paranormal in nature. Reflection on the ideas and concepts I have read in spiritual texts, and my own experiences (paranormal, mystical, miraculous, and visionary experiences) have led me to believe that there is indeed more to reality than what our five physical senses reveal to us, much more.
I think that there is an ultimate authority, which I call God and that He is the Creator of all of space-time, which is to say I think He is the God of the Universe of universes. He is an authority over us because we are His creations. We did not make ourselves; rather, He created our nature and set into eternity the parameters of our being. Most spiritual books echo the biblical call to 'know thyself.' I believe that it is an unchanging and immutable truth that following this dictate reveals in us a spi...