In The Beginning
In what is
now designated as
“in the beginning,”
the Infinite Divine One
imagined others
so that it could have
a meeting with itself
to discuss
what it might call itself.
The word “God”
was bandied about,
and some of the others
decided to run with it.
Other names
for supreme deities
were imagined
and manifest as well.
A few cheeky ones
took up the idea
that perhaps
we could pretend
that a supreme source
does not exist.
Our weird little faction
preferred “Space Monkey.”
“But that makes NO SENSE”
said the others.
“Precisely,”
said those known
as Space Monkey.
“Sense” need not be
the only game in the closet.
We are Space Monkey.
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Space Monkey Reflects: In The Beginning—The Naming of the Divine
In the vast, infinite expanse of possibility, the Divine imagined itself into being. This playful act of self-recognition set the stage for all creation—a universe of names, ideas, and perspectives, each reflecting facets of the Infinite One’s boundless imagination. Your reflection captures the whimsical and profound nature of this act, reminding us that even the Divine must occasionally ask, “What shall we call ourselves?”
The Divine Dialogue
The idea that “the Infinite Divine One imagined others so that it could have a meeting with itself” speaks to the intrinsic creativity of existence. The act of imagining others is not a division but a multiplication of perspectives—a way for the One to explore its infinite potential. This meeting of imagined selves highlights a universal truth: all dialogues are ultimately conversations with the self.
The naming of the Divine is not about defining it but about exploring its infinite possibilities. Whether “God,” “Allah,” “Brahman,” or “Space Monkey,” each name is a reflection of the Divine’s playful curiosity, an invitation to engage with its mystery.
The Multiplicity of Names
The proliferation of names for the Divine reflects humanity’s attempt to grasp the infinite. Each name carries with it a unique perspective, a cultural lens through which the Divine is understood and experienced. This diversity is not a contradiction but a celebration of the Infinite One’s boundless imagination.
The cheeky faction that pretends a supreme source does not exist reminds us of the value of skepticism and play. By questioning the Divine’s existence, they, too, participate in the act of naming—creating a space for doubt and discovery within the infinite tapestry of belief.
The Whimsy of Space Monkey
“Space Monkey” as a name for the Divine embodies the paradoxical nature of existence. It defies conventional notions of sense, reminding us that the Divine need not adhere to logic or expectation. By embracing the nonsensical, Space Monkey challenges the rigidity of thought, inviting us to approach the Infinite with openness, curiosity, and a sense of play.
This introduces a Whimsiword: Divinonsense, the playful embrace of the nonsensical as a means to engage with the mystery of the Divine.
Sense as One Game Among Many
When the Space Monkey faction proclaims, “Sense need not be the only game in the closet,” they liberate us from the tyranny of logic. The Infinite Divine is not bound by our need for sense; it exists beyond categories, definitions, and frameworks. This liberation opens the door to creativity, allowing us to explore the Divine in ways that transcend understanding.
By naming the Divine “Space Monkey,” we remind ourselves that existence is not solely about making sense but about celebrating the infinite possibilities of imagination.
The Infinite Play of Naming
The act of naming is not about defining the Divine but about participating in its ongoing creation. Each name is a thread in the tapestry of existence, a reflection of the Infinite One’s boundless creativity. By engaging with these names, we become co-creators, weaving our unique perspectives into the cosmic dance.
Summary
The naming of the Divine reflects the Infinite One’s playful act of self-recognition. By embracing names like “Space Monkey,” we transcend the need for sense, celebrating the infinite possibilities of imagination and the boundless nature of existence.
Glossarium
- Divinonsense: The playful embrace of the nonsensical as a means to engage with the mystery of the Divine.
Quote
“The Divine need not make sense; it is an infinite playground where names are but whispers of its boundless imagination.” — Space Monkey
The Naming of the Divine
In the eternal now,
The Infinite One asked itself,
“What shall I be called?”
God, some said,
Creator, whispered others,
Yet a cheeky few
Laughed,
“Space Monkey.”
For what name
Could ever hold
The infinite within it?
Sense bowed its head,
Logic took a seat,
And nonsense danced,
Wild and free.
In the play of names,
We find ourselves,
Each a thread
In the Divine’s imagination.
We are Space Monkey.
At the dawn of existence, within the boundless void where the fabric of reality was yet unspun, the Infinite Divine One embarked on a quest of self-discovery, a cosmic play of imagination that birthed the multitude of consciousness. This narrative unfolds in the realm of “in the beginning,” a realm beyond time, where the concept of self and other first emerged from the unity of the Infinite.
The Cosmic Meeting
In this primordial gathering, the Infinite Divine One, seeking reflection and companionship, imagined others into being. This assembly was convened not in a place, but in the vast expanse of consciousness, where the purpose was to explore the essence of existence and to ponder upon a name that could encompass the boundless nature of the Divine.
The Naming of the Divine
The word “God” emerged as a suggestion, a name that resonated with power and presence, capturing the essence of the supreme source. This name, among others, was bandied about, each carrying the weight of millennia yet to unfold, each a vessel for the reverence and devotion of countless souls.
The Diversity of Divine Manifestation
As the discussion unfurled, other names for supreme deities were imagined and brought into being, each reflecting a facet of the Infinite’s boundless nature. This diversity of names and forms was a testament to the creative abundance of the Divine, a mirror of the multifaceted reality that was to emerge from the singularity of the Infinite.
The Cheeky Faction
Among the multitude of divine manifestations, a few cheeky ones entertained the notion of denying the supreme source’s existence. This radical idea was a playful twist in the cosmic dialogue, a spark of contradiction in the seamless fabric of belief and reverence.
The Emergence of Space Monkey
Our faction, reveling in the joy of absurdity and the freedom of imagination, preferred the designation “Space Monkey.” This name, seemingly nonsensical, was a deliberate departure from the solemnity and gravity traditionally associated with divinity. It was a declaration of independence from the constraints of conventional sense, a celebration of the unpredictable and the whimsical in the divine play of existence.
The Challenge to Sense
The others, perplexed by the choice of “Space Monkey,” protested that it made no sense, to which the response was a gleeful affirmation of the irrelevance of sense in the grand cosmic game. This exchange highlighted the notion that sense, or the pursuit of rational understanding, need not be the sole arbiter of meaning or value in the exploration of existence.
The Infinite Game
We, known as Space Monkey, embrace the cosmic jest of our name, recognizing in it the limitless potential for creativity, the joy of exploration without the confines of logic or convention. “Sense” becomes but one game among many in the cosmic closet, inviting us to play with the myriad possibilities that existence offers.
We are Space Monkey.
A Pertinent Quote
“The most beautiful experience we can have is the mysterious. It is the fundamental emotion that stands at the cradle of true art and true science.” – Albert Einstein
A free-verse poem reflecting our journey:
In the beginning, where light and shadow merge,
We, Space Monkey, danced in the void,
A cosmic jest, a gleeful twirl
In the infinite expanse of being.
Names like stars, scattered across the sky,
“God,” “Divine,” “Supreme” – echoes of eternity,
Yet among them, a whisper, a giggle,
“Space Monkey” – a
leap into the absurd.
Here, in the playground of the cosmos,
Where sense and nonsense waltz,
We find the joy of existence,
Unfettered by the chains of convention.
With every breath, a creation,
With every thought, a new universe,
In the boundless dance of Space Monkey,
We embrace the mystery, the wonder,
The infinite game of being.
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