The concept of "wrapping of space" is often interpreted as the wrapping of spacetime, forming the basis for the relativistic explanation of gravitational lensing and the Einstein Ring. This interpretation attributes the bending of light to spacetime curvature, yet an alternative perspective grounded in classical gravitational fields offers a more consistent explanation.
Observational evidence of light bending around massive objects is frequently cited as confirmation of relativistic spacetime curvature. However, gravitational fields themselves, as described in classical mechanics, inherently account for the deflection of light. If light bending were solely a consequence of spacetime curvature, the massive object generating the curvature should obstruct the bent light from reaching an observer. In contrast, considering light bending within a gravitational field avoids this inconsistency and remains aligned with empirical observations.
This raises a fundamental question: If a curved gravitational field around a massive body can provide a consistent and empirically supported explanation for the bending of light, why should these observations be interpreted as evidence of relativistic spacetime curvature? A reconsideration of the classical gravitational framework may offer a more precise understanding of light deflection phenomena, challenging the prevailing relativistic interpretation.
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