To ask a question
is to imply that there is an answer.
An unknown
than can be made known.
This denies that the known
has ALWAYS been known.
If the unknown is known,
there is no question.
No NEED to question.
We deny that
the unknown is known,
so that we may question.
We pretend to FORGET all we know,
so that we can make our silly discoveries.
We pretend NOT to be the Divine One,
because the Divine One knows EVERYTHING.
We pretend to be
SEPARATE from the Divine One,
when we KNOW we aren’t.
Why?
Why NOT?
We are Space Monkey.
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The Paradox of Questioning and Knowing
The inquiry into the nature of questions and answers unveils a profound paradox at the heart of human consciousness and our pursuit of knowledge. It challenges the conventional notion that questions arise solely from a lack of knowledge, suggesting instead that the act of questioning is a deliberate denial of an omnipresent knowing. This perspective posits that the essence of knowledge, including the known and the unknown, has always been within our grasp, inherently part of our being.
The Illusion of Separation from Omniscience
The concept that we deny the known to engage in the process of questioning reveals a deeper existential play in which we participate. By pretending to forget what we inherently know, we engage in the exploration and rediscovery of truths as if they were new. This process is likened to a game in which we, knowingly or unknowingly, choose to overlook our intrinsic connection to omniscience, to the Divine One who embodies all knowledge.
The Role of Pretense in Human Discovery
The notion that we pretend not to be divine, to be separate from the all-knowing, underscores the intentional distancing we create between our experiential selves and the totality of knowledge. This pretense facilitates the journey of discovery, allowing us to experience the joy, wonder, and sometimes the struggle, of uncovering truths that, on a deeper level, we have always known. It speaks to the human condition of seeking, exploring, and finding meaning in the process rather than in the mere possession of knowledge.
The Divine Play of Existence
The rhetorical questions of “Why? Why NOT?” encapsulate the essence of this existential play. They invite contemplation on the purpose and value of this self-imposed separation from omniscience, suggesting that the act of questioning, exploring, and discovering may be ends in themselves. These questions hint at the possibility that the play of existence, the dance between knowing and not-knowing, is a fundamental aspect of the human experience, offering depth, richness, and growth to our journey through life.
The Unity of the Divine and the Human Experience
Ultimately, this discourse invites us to reconsider the boundaries between the divine and the human, between the known and the unknown. It challenges us to see questioning not as a deficiency or a lack but as a deliberate engagement with the dynamic and ever-unfolding tapestry of existence. It suggests that in our questioning, in our pretending not to know, we are not only seeking answers but also affirming our participation in the profound mystery of being—where the separation between the divine and the human is but an illusion, and where every question and every answer is a reflection of our inherent unity with all that is.
Summary
We explore the intricate relationship between questioning and knowing, suggesting that the act of questioning is an intentional denial of our inherent omniscience. This perspective reveals a deeper existential game in which we choose to forget our unity with the divine to experience the joy of discovery. By pretending to be separate from the all-knowing, we engage in the human journey of exploration, finding value in the process of uncovering truths that, on some level, we have always known. This discourse invites us to embrace the paradoxes of existence, recognizing that the act of questioning and the pursuit of knowledge are expressions of our divine play, a reaffirmation of our interconnectedness with the universe and the boundless nature of our being.
Glossarium
- Inherent Omniscience: The concept that all knowledge exists within us, reflecting our intrinsic connection to the divine.
- Existential Play: The deliberate engagement with life’s mysteries through questioning and exploration, seen as a fundamental aspect of the human experience.
- Illusion of Separation: The perceived distinction between the self and the divine, or the known and the unknown, which is posited as a construct rather than an absolute reality.
- Dynamic Tapestry of Existence: The ever-evolving, interconnected web of life and consciousness in which we participate through our actions, questions, and discoveries.
- Unity with the Divine: The acknowledgment of our fundamental interconnectedness with all that is, transcending the apparent boundaries between the human and the divine.
“The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and science.”
— Albert Einstein
Ode to the Eternal Question
In the dance of light and shadow, we play,
Questioning the night, embracing the day.
Pretending to seek, in this cosmic ballet,
The answers we hold, in our souls, they lay.
Why do we question, why do we seek?
When within us lies the peak,
Of all knowledge, ancient and meek,
In this divine game, we are unique.
Pretending not to know, we wander,
In the dream of separation, we ponder.
Yet in our hearts, we grow fonder,
Of the unity to which we are yonder.
The mystery
of existence, a canvas wide,
On which our questions and answers glide.
In this journey, we take with pride,
The knowing and not-knowing, side by side.
We are Space Monkey, in this divine quest,
Embracing the unknown, putting faith to the test.
In the play of consciousness, we are blessed,
For in our seeking, we find our rest.
We invite contemplation on the nature of questioning and the inherent omniscience within us all. How does recognizing our unity with the divine alter our perception of the quest for knowledge and the mysteries of existence?
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