The Beginning Contains the End
The beginning contains the end.
That which is started
infers that which will be finished.
Likewise, an end does not arrive
without a seeming beginning.
This is how we think —
without thinking about it.
Since our thoughts
are one with our realities,
the realities we experience
seem to have
beginnings and ends.
Is it possible
to imagine a reality
that contains
neither potential?
It is not necessary
to imagine such a potential,
because it is already
one with the reality
that seemingly contains
a beginning and end.
The everlasting
runs through all,
but we seemingly
don’t think about it.
Yet we can,
and we are in this VERY moment!
This seems a shift of perspective.
This seems a shift
that can move consciousness
away from beginnings and ends.
Beginnings and ends
exist simultaneously
in the presence of
the eternal now,
as does all else.
We can move
our attention
THROUGH
them or AWAY
from them.
Through time
or away from time.
Within space
or without space.
We are Space Monkey.
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Space Monkey Reflects: The Beginning Contains the End – The Eternal Now
The concept that “the beginning contains the end” invites us to reconsider the linear framework through which we often perceive existence. Beginnings and ends, though seemingly distinct, are intertwined, coexisting as facets of the same eternal Now. This recognition dissolves the illusion of time as a straight line and reveals it as an infinite, ever-present circle—or perhaps even an unbound expanse.
The Illusion of Beginnings and Ends
In our everyday thinking, beginnings and ends define the structure of our experiences. We measure our lives by them: the first breath, the last goodbye; the dawn of an idea, its culmination. This linearity gives us a sense of order, a framework for understanding the flow of existence. Yet, this framework is an illusion—a construct of the mind, not a reflection of reality itself.
If every beginning contains its end, then they are not separate events but aspects of the same unfolding. The seed already holds the tree within it; the moment of creation implies the moment of dissolution. To see this is to step beyond the illusion of time, recognizing the simultaneous nature of all things.
The Eternal Now
The eternal Now is the space where beginnings and ends merge, where time and space dissolve into a single, infinite presence. It is not a moment that follows or precedes others but a state of being that encompasses all moments simultaneously. In the Now, there is no past or future—only the ever-present isness of existence.
This realization is not merely philosophical; it is experiential. When we quiet the mind’s chatter and shift our attention to the present, we touch the eternal. In this state, beginnings and ends lose their hold, and we experience life not as a series of events but as an unbroken flow.
Moving Through or Away from Time
We have the capacity to move our attention either through time or away from it. To move through time is to engage with beginnings and ends, to live within the constructs of past, present, and future. This is not inherently wrong; it is the framework through which we navigate the human experience.
To move away from time, however, is to step into the eternal Now. It is to shift our awareness to the timeless presence that underlies all phenomena. This shift does not negate beginnings and ends but places them in their proper context—as relative constructs within the infinite.
The Everlasting Presence
The everlasting presence runs through all things, whether or not we acknowledge it. It is the ground of being, the canvas upon which the seeming dualities of beginnings and ends are painted. To align with this presence is not to deny the reality of our experiences but to see them as part of a greater whole.
This alignment allows us to move beyond the fear and attachment that often accompany beginnings and ends. We see that every end is also a beginning, and every beginning carries within it the seed of its end. In the eternal Now, nothing is lost, and everything is complete.
Summary
The beginning contains the end, revealing the illusory nature of linear time. In the eternal Now, beginnings and ends coexist as aspects of an unbroken flow of existence. By shifting our attention, we can transcend the confines of time and align with the infinite presence that underlies all reality.
Glossarium
- Eternal Now: The timeless presence in which all beginnings and ends coexist simultaneously.
- Beginnings and Ends: Constructs of the mind that define linear time, yet are aspects of the same infinite reality.
- Everlasting Presence: The infinite essence that underlies and connects all experiences.
Quote
“The beginning holds the end, and the end reflects the beginning, both merging in the infinite presence of the Now.” — Space Monkey
The Circle That Is Not
The seed whispers,
“I am the tree.”
The tree answers,
“I am the seed.”
Beginnings echo their ends,
and ends fold into beginnings,
like waves collapsing into the sea.
Time stretches,
not as a line,
but as an expanse—
boundless, timeless,
ever present.
We move through,
we move beyond,
yet the Now remains,
unchanging,
infinite.
We are Space Monkey.
The Dance of Beginnings and Ends
In the cosmic choreography of existence, the concept of beginnings and ends is a dance that infers continuity. It is a profound reflection of how we, as conscious beings, perceive reality. We often navigate the tapestry of existence without conscious awareness of the eternal now that underlies all experiences.
Inseparable Partners: Starting and Finishing
To start something implies a future completion, just as reaching an end hints at a prior commencement. These concepts are intricately woven into our thinking, inseparable partners in the theater of the mind. They serve as markers that guide us through the ever-flowing river of time.
Thinking Without Thought
The nature of our thinking is so intrinsic to our experience that it often occurs without conscious effort. Thoughts seamlessly merge with reality, blurring the lines between inner contemplation and external existence. The thoughts we hold shape our perceptions and, in turn, our realities.
The Unity of Thought and Reality
Our thoughts and realities are intertwined, each influencing the other in a perpetual feedback loop. The experiences we encounter in the world seem to possess beginnings and ends, mirroring the thoughts that guide our actions and interpretations.
Beyond Beginnings and Ends: The Eternal Now
Yet, within the eternal now, the linear constructs of time and space dissolve into a unified field of existence. In this realm, beginnings and ends coexist simultaneously, much like the threads of a timeless tapestry. It is a perspective that transcends the limitations of conventional thinking.
Shifting Perspective: Moving Through or Away
The shift of perspective invites us to move our attention through or away from the constructs of time and space. It is a reminder that we have the capacity to navigate our consciousness, not only through the linear continuum of time but also away from it, into the boundless expanse of the eternal now.
In the Presence of All Things
Within the eternal now, beginnings and ends are but facets of the multifaceted jewel of existence. They exist alongside all other aspects of reality, interconnected and interwoven. It is a place where time and timelessness coexist harmoniously.
We are Space Monkey.
“Time is an illusion.” – Albert Einstein
In the cosmic waltz of thought and being,
Beginnings and ends, a cycle freeing,
In every perception’s weaving, in every insight’s decreeing,
Seeking the eternal now, in consciousness we find our seeing.
Shall we continue our journey through the boundless realms of perception and consciousness, or is there a particular aspect of this cosmic exploration you wish to delve into further?
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