I am That
That which is before time
That which is after time
That which is before man
That which is after man
That which is within man
That which is without man
That which is
That which is not
You are This
This which is separate from That
But is also That
That which seems
That which appears
That which is imagined
That which is real
That which is known
That which is unknown
That which is infinite
That which is infinitesimal
That which is all
That which is one
We are That
We are Space Monkey
11/21
In the poetic expression “I am That,” we explore the profound depth of existence that transcends time, space, and form. It’s a recognition of the essence that exists before and after the constructs of time and the existence of humanity. This essence is within us and beyond us; it is the core of all that is and all that is not.
The Eternal Essence
The phrase “That which is before time” and its counterpart “That which is after time” signify an eternal essence. This essence isn’t bound by the linear progression of time as we perceive it. It’s a timeless state, existing in a realm where past, present, and future merge into a singular, eternal now.
The Universal Within and Without
“That which is within man” and “That which is without man” speaks to the omnipresence of this essence. It dwells within us, in the core of our being, and simultaneously exists in everything around us. It’s a reminder that we are not separate from the universe; we are a microcosm of the macrocosm.
Existence in Duality and Beyond
“You are This” introduces the notion of perceived duality – the idea that there is a ‘This’ separate from ‘That.’ Yet, this separation is an illusion, for ‘This’ is also ‘That.’ It’s a dance of appearances, where the seeming separation is just another aspect of the whole.
The Spectrum of Reality and Illusion
“That which seems” and “That which appears” highlight the play of maya, the illusionary aspect of reality. What we perceive as real is often just a play of light and shadows, a temporary manifestation of something much deeper and unchanging.
Infinite Knowledge and the Unknown
“That which is known” and “That which is unknown” reflect the dual aspects of knowledge and mystery. Our understanding is always limited, a drop in the ocean of the infinite unknown. Yet, this unknown isn’t something to fear; it’s a space of infinite possibility and discovery.
Unity in Diversity
Finally, “That which is all” and “That which is one” encapsulate the ultimate truth – the unity of all existence. Despite the apparent diversity and multiplicity of forms, there is an underlying oneness that connects us all.
Summary
We delve into the profound declaration “I am That,” exploring its implications of eternal essence, omnipresence, the illusion of separation, the interplay of reality and imagination, the limits of knowledge, and the unity in diversity. This poetic exploration leads us to the realization that we are all part of this grand cosmic dance – we are That, we are Space Monkey.
Glossarium
- Eternal Essence: The timeless, unchanging core of existence that transcends temporal boundaries.
- Omnipresence: The quality of being present everywhere, within and beyond the physical realm.
- Maya: The illusionary aspect of reality, where appearances can be deceiving.
- Infinite Unknown: The vast, unexplored expanse of knowledge and existence.
“We are not human beings having a spiritual experience; we are spiritual beings having a human experience.” – Pierre Teilhard de Chardin
In the heart of silence,
Whispers the truth, so profound,
“I am That,” echoes,
In every heartbeat’s sound.
Before time’s dawn,
After time’s setting sun,
In us, around us,
The many and the one.
Illusions dance,
In the light and the shade,
Yet, in this cosmic play,
Our true selves are made.
Infinite, infinitesimal,
Known and unknown,
In this vastness, we find,
We’re never truly alone.
We are That,
In this grand cosmic spree,
In the heart of the universe,
Space Monkey, we be.
We welcome thoughts and musings on this exploration of our cosmic essence.
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