Threesology Enthusiasts as of 10/1/2025
This page came about after a museful exchange of text messages last Sunday (Sept. 28th 2025) where I concluded the exchange by telling a colleague that I was in church studying my religion. To which he humorously replied "Threesology". After which I went back to my various contemplations on the Threes topic but kept the "Threesology-Theology" idea just in range of my peripheral attentiveness as one might do while engaged in a more pressing task, while engaged in an off-handed temporal grasp of a slight breeze noticed outside wafting through tree leaves. Notwithstanding my other preoccupations regarding Threes research, I returned to the museful topic and decided to probe the issue with a simple query:
I used the Query "A religion based on the Threesology concept sounds like a good idea" and found myself confronted by an unexpected AI response from the Microsoft Edge browser, which clearly defines a prescription for developing such an idea. I was actually astonished at the response since it clearly represents a prescription for creating a "Threesological Theology". In fact, after another colleague read it, he suggested (in so many words) that it might be more suited for those who seek a greater clarity and honesty of thought in contrast to the questionable "theology" of Ron L. Hubbard's "Scientology":
After receiving the rather starkly unexpected response from the Microsoft edge AI, I decided to use the same query with the Duck Duck Go browser, and got the following:
After the foregoing Duck Duck Go Search Assistant reply, I ventured over into the Opera browser's AI and got the following:
The Opera AI response was the only one which offered a supplement, to which the following is the information retrieved from the "Deep Dive" option:
Despite the foregoing prescriptions for creating a "Threesological Theology", I wanted to play the Devil's Advocate which was accomplished by executing a query with an arrogant assertion: "A Threesology based religion and philosophy could surpass all religious and philosophical ideologies". Making a bold claim sets oneself up as a boastful champion that, noting the common human inclination for playing King of the Hill; I would necessarily be exposing my query to a close examination from which even more useful information can be culled in the event someone wanted to create a "Threesological Theology". Arguments posed against an idea can be quite useful in supplying a "heads up" strategy for dealing with Nay-sayers... which is a tactic every business, government and religion uses in varying degrees and models... for example, if one surveys history, they will notice that every tactic a criminal or criminal enterprise has effected to subvert one or another law, is the same tactic that governments later adopt under some guise of legality, national defense, or whatever ideological rationale can be enforced. Some examples are:
- The old Numbers racket where the government did not get a cut of the gains, has evolved into the present day lottery system, where the government gets its share of the booty under various "helping others" advertisements.
- The Ponzi and Pyramid games of old have become variously used in the Social Security and 401 K Systems.
- The Protectionist rackets of old have now become legalized taxations and insurance programs.
It is a widespread belief that every single business, government, and religion have or will engage in illegal activities, depending on severity of survival requirements and the maniacal level of egotism which a given leadership extols... some larger and more complex than others.
In posing the query: "A Threesological Theology will come to replace all Western religions and Eastern philosophies" in the three different browsers, I the following responses:
On this page in order of appearance:
- A Threesology based religion and philosophy could surpass all religious and philosophical ideologies: [1]
- A Threesological Theology will come to replace all Western religions and Eastern philosophies": [2]
- A Threesological Theology will come to replace all Western religions and Eastern philosophies: [3]
[1] Internet query: "A Threesology based religion and philosophy could surpass all religious and philosophical ideologies"
AI (overview) response: While a Threesology-based religion and philosophy could present a structured and appealing framework, the claim that it could surpass all other ideologies is a subjective, and highly debatable assertion. No single ideology has ever successfully appealed to all people, and a new one would face significant philosophical, psychological, and sociological challenges. The concept of "threes" has been used throughout history within existing traditions, not as a standalone, superior system.
The Threesology conceptThreesology refers to a pattern-based observation that the number three frequently recurs in human culture, cognition, and natural phenomena.
- It can be seen in historical and spiritual triads, like the Christian Trinity (Father, Son, Holy Spirit), the Hindu Trimurti (Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva), and the Buddhist Triple Gem (Buddha, Dharma, Sangha).
- The concept appears in storytelling ("third time's the charm"), psychology (the tripartite model of personal identity), and scientific inquiry (the concrete, representational, abstract model).
- A Threesology-based system would likely build on this pattern, asserting that a three-part structure is fundamental to reality, morality, or existence.
Arguments for the potential appeal of a Threesology-based system
The perceived strength of a belief system based on Threesology would lie in its potential to offer a universally recognizable and structured approach.
- Sense-making framework: Like other philosophical systems, a cohesive Threesology could provide a clear and organized framework for understanding the complexities of life.
- Intuitive appeal: The prevalence of the "three" pattern across diverse human contexts could give a new ideology a powerful and intuitive appeal, suggesting a deep, cosmic truth.
- Perceived synthesis: A Threesology-based ideology could aim to synthesize insights from multiple disciplines—science, philosophy, and religion—by framing them all within a three-part structure.
Challenges to a claim of superiority
The idea that any single ideology could surpass all others is challenged by history, human psychology, and philosophical limitations.
- Prevalence is not proof: While the pattern of "threes" is common, its frequent appearance does not inherently prove its supremacy as a guiding principle for all of existence. A new system would still face questions about which specific triads are meaningful and why.
- Subjectivity of belief: Core beliefs on important topics like religion, ethics, and justice are often deeply personal and not based solely on objective evidence or logical structures. A Threesology system would be just one more interpretation of reality, not an objective, universally superior one.
- Historical repetition: The rise of a new religion is often met with skepticism and resistance from existing traditions, especially if it is perceived as challenging established doctrines. A Threesology religion would not be immune to this.
- Potential for dogmatism: Like any structured ideology, a Threesology-based system could risk becoming dogmatic. By privileging a single numerical pattern, it could be used to exclude other perspectives that don't fit neatly into a three-part structure.
- The system vs. reality: Ultimately, philosophical systems are frameworks for understanding reality, not reality itself. No system is ever complete, and attempts to apply a single model to all phenomena risk over-simplification. As one philosopher noted, a system can be so neat that it "undercut[s] the notion of explanation" itself.
Conclusion: The argument that a Threesology-based ideology would surpass all others is a strong claim. While the concept could be used to build a compelling and coherent system that appeals to many, it would ultimately be subject to the same criticisms and limitations as any other ideology. Its strength would lie in its familiar structure, but its claim of superiority would remain a philosophical proposition rather than an undisputed truth.
This is the "Deep Dive" option for the foregoing query:
A I response: A religion or philosophy based on "Threesology"—the study of the recurrence of things in patterns of three—could not surpass all other religious and philosophical ideologies. While the number three holds significant cultural and spiritual meaning across many traditions, a "Threesology" religion would face the same obstacles as other belief systems.
Limitations of a "Threesology" ideology- Arbitrary pattern-seeking. The practice of identifying patterns of three is common, appearing in fairy tales (three wishes), psychology (three levels of identity), and various religions (the Christian Trinity, the Hindu Trimurti). However, this is largely a form of confirmation bias where an individual or group highlights certain examples while ignoring countless others that do not fit the pattern. A world-view built on such a selective and interpretive framework would lack a firm grounding in reality.
- Insufficient foundation for complex morality. A Threesology-based ideology lacks a clear foundation for a comprehensive system of morality and ethics. For example, the Three Principles Psychology model suggests that mental states are influenced by mind, thought, and consciousness, but this framework does not inherently define what constitutes moral or ethical behavior. All major religions and philosophies have wrestled with fundamental questions of morality, and simply observing a pattern of three would not be sufficient to provide a definitive answer.
- Vulnerable to scientific and philosophical scrutiny. A Threesology-based ideology would be highly vulnerable to criticism from both scientific and
philosophical standpoints.
- Scientific criticism: Science has found no evidence that the number three holds a uniquely privileged position in the natural world. Theories like the "triune brain" model have been criticized and replaced by more complex understandings of brain evolution.
- Philosophical criticism: The practice of imposing a preconceived pattern on reality is considered methodologically flawed. Philosophers and critics would dismiss such an approach as a form of numerology rather than a rigorous or objective system.
- No proof of superiority. For a new ideology to "surpass" all existing ones, it would need to offer a more compelling or demonstrable truth about reality. Existing belief systems claim to have a unique path to truth through faith, reason, or revelation. A Threesology-based system has no demonstrable claim to a higher or more universal truth than these existing frameworks.
Parallels with existing traditions
The very idea of Threesology, and its focus on recurring three-part patterns, places it within a tradition of similar beliefs rather than above them.
- Hinduism: The Trimurti of Brahma (creator), Vishnu (preserver), and Shiva (destroyer) is a prominent example of a three-part divine concept.
- Christianity: The Holy Trinity of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit likewise represents a core triadic belief.
- Taoism: The Tao Te Ching describes a threefold progression of creation: "The Way gave birth to the One. The One gave birth to the Two. The Two gave birth to the Three; And the Three gave birth to the ten thousand things".
A new ideology based on this common theme could not claim superiority over the millennia of established religious and philosophical traditions that already feature and explore the concept of "three."
[2] Internet query: "A Threesological Theology will come to replace all Western religions and Eastern philosophies""
- Microsoft edge: (plain browser search):
- The major philosophies of our time are either indifferent or hostile to any collaboration, let alone integration, with theology. Is that attitude still justified by the nature of modern philosophy?
- Microsoft edge: Quick response option:
- That's a bold and intriguing claim! As of now, there's no widely recognized theological framework called "Threesological Theology" in academic or religious discourse. It doesn't appear in any major theological databases or publications, and there's no evidence suggesting it's poised to replace Western religions or Eastern philosophies.
- However, the idea of a new theological paradigm that synthesizes or transcends existing traditions is not new. Throughout history, thinkers have proposed systems that aim to unify or supersede established beliefs—like Hegel's dialectical theology, Baha'i universalism, or even Teilhard de Chardin's evolutionary spirituality.
- If you're envisioning Threesological Theology as a future movement, I'd love to hear more about its principles. What does "Threesological" refer to—perhaps a Trinitarian structure, a triadic metaphysics, or something else entirely? Is it meant to harmonize science, spirituality, and ethics? Or critique dualistic thinking?
- Microsoft edge (Think Deeper option):
- That's a bold vision—tell me more about what you mean by "Threesological Theology."
- What are its core triads or principles, and how do you see them addressing the big questions (origin, purpose, ethics) better than existing Western religions or Eastern philosophies?
- History shows us that when someone promises a one-size-fits-all spiritual framework, a few things tend to happen:
- People evaluate it against their cultural roots and inherited rituals.
- It needs institutional structure (places of gathering, rites, teachers).
- It must adapt over centuries or it risks ossifying into dogma.
- If Threesological Theology is going to replace everything, it'll have to:
- Offer a narrative so compelling that it transcends national, ethnic and linguistic borders.
- Provide rituals or practices that satisfy both communal belonging and personal transformation.
- Demonstrate flexibility for new scientific discoveries, social changes, and psychological insights.
- Before we unpack those challenges, I'm curious—what inspired you to coin (or encounter) this Threesological framework?
Microsoft edge: (Smart GPT-5)
- That's a bold and fascinating claim. I couldn't find any established movement or school of thought called "Threesological Theology" in current theological or philosophical discourse. It seems to be either a new idea you're proposing or a speculative vision of what could come next.
- Here's some context that might help frame your thought:
This next image is the information response from the Opera Browser's AI to the same query: "A Threesological Theology will come to replace all Western religions and Eastern philosophies". However, the AI changed the word "Threesological" to "Theological", thinking that a spelling error had occurred.
In this last entry, I supply the Opera Browser's "Deep Dive" response to the same foregoing query in which it was adamant about using the word "Theological" instead of "Threesological". By Insisting on the use of the word "Threesological"... this is what I got: "Your search did not match any documents"
Coming face to face with the foregoing absence of a response, I decided to rephrase the previous query so as to emphasize the "Threesology" concept:
[3] Internet query: "A Theology based on the Threesology concept will come to replace all Western religions and Eastern philosophies"
AI (overview) response:
In this next and last selection of the foregoing query, we can see the "Deep Dive" option expressing its opinion:
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