In a recent theory a member posited that the last episode proved Jacob existed well before 1977. In defense of saving Ben, Richard says to Widmore, "Jacob wanted it done, The island chooses who the island chooses. You know that."
I see it differently. Indeed the episode proved Jacob existed in 1977. However I believe that this scene occurred after the Incident. I also think that this may explain Ben's presence among the Hostiles at the time.
As regards the Incident, I believe Jacob will be introduced to us soon in his human form. Daniel's work in the Orchid will inevitable cause the Incident. Jacob, as perhaps an Orchid worker, will be at the wrong place at the wrong time. And as as result will become JACOB.
As a side theory, I also believe that all of Jacob's authority ("Jacob wanted it done...") stems from his ability to transcend and possibly comprehend all time. It is He who understands to where certain events lead. Following the same logic, He has the ultimate say to the Others' actions and duties.
I'm gonna go out on a limb here with another observation. Jacob says to Locke, "Help me.". I believe that Desmond's turning of the fail-safe somehow hurt Jacob. Perhaps this coincides with other theories in that Widmore's use of Desmond is intentional. If Widmore was trying to 'win' against the Island, would he not try and stop one it's most powerful forces?
Thanks for reading, first-time post. Theory by Unav87
I see it differently. Indeed the episode proved Jacob existed in 1977. However I believe that this scene occurred after the Incident. I also think that this may explain Ben's presence among the Hostiles at the time.
As regards the Incident, I believe Jacob will be introduced to us soon in his human form. Daniel's work in the Orchid will inevitable cause the Incident. Jacob, as perhaps an Orchid worker, will be at the wrong place at the wrong time. And as as result will become JACOB.
As a side theory, I also believe that all of Jacob's authority ("Jacob wanted it done...") stems from his ability to transcend and possibly comprehend all time. It is He who understands to where certain events lead. Following the same logic, He has the ultimate say to the Others' actions and duties.
I'm gonna go out on a limb here with another observation. Jacob says to Locke, "Help me.". I believe that Desmond's turning of the fail-safe somehow hurt Jacob. Perhaps this coincides with other theories in that Widmore's use of Desmond is intentional. If Widmore was trying to 'win' against the Island, would he not try and stop one it's most powerful forces?
Thanks for reading, first-time post. Theory by Unav87
