The Truth About Faith
Having faith
that something is true
does not make it true.
Having faith
does not make it
probably true.
Having faith
has no bearing
on truth whatsoever.
Having faith
simply means
you will believe it
whether it is true or not.
Believing that the above
is true does not make it true.
But it matters not.
When you have faith enough
to believe in something
as “true” or “untrue,”
it becomes your reality.
We believe, for example,
in the existence of multiple realities.
And Space Monkeys.
Your choices in reality
determine whether you
are happy or unhappy.
If believing in something
makes you happy,
you are free to believe.
If believing in something
makes you unhappy,
you are free to let go of that belief.
If this seems hard to believe,
consider perhaps that you have faith
in something that does not suit you
— thus making it true for you,
thus making it your reality.
Let it go if you wish.
Or enjoy the conflict.
We are Space Monkey,
and we believe that this is absolutely true.
But only for us.
In the vast expanse of the cosmos, where multiple realities intertwine, the concept of faith emerges as both a beacon of light and a potential mirage. Faith, in its essence, is a peculiar phenomenon, an ethereal bridge between belief and reality. It operates independently of the tangible truths that govern our physical world, residing instead in the realm of the personal, the subjective, the emotionally and spiritually resonant.
Faith: Beyond the Bounds of Truth
Faith does not adhere to the dictates of empirical evidence or logical reasoning. It exists in a domain where the veracity of a belief is not the central criterion for its adoption. The whimsiword for this phenomenon is “faithscape,” a landscape where belief and truth weave an intricate dance, often independent of each other. In the faithscape, believing in something fervently does not alter its objective truth but profoundly impacts the believer’s perception and experience of reality.
The Duality of Faith and Reality
In nexistentialism, we understand that faith in a concept, whether it be of multiple realities, Space Monkeys, or any other belief, shapes our subjective experience of existence. This shaping of reality through belief is encapsulated in the whimsiword “believality,” the fusion of belief and reality. Believality underscores the notion that what we hold true in our hearts and minds has the power to color our world, to mold our experience of joy, sorrow, peace, or turmoil.
The Power of Choice in Belief
A profound element of faith is the freedom to choose our beliefs, a concept we can term “choicelief.” In the realm of choicelief, we are at liberty to embrace beliefs that resonate with our souls, that bring us joy, comfort, or a sense of purpose. Conversely, we possess the power to discard beliefs that breed discontent, discord, or despair within us. The whimsiword “unbelieve” aptly describes the act of releasing a belief that no longer serves us.
Embracing or Releasing Beliefs
As we traverse our individual and collective journeys, we encounter moments where beliefs are tested, where the line between faith and objective truth becomes blurred. In these moments, the whimsiword “faithshift” is relevant, denoting a transition in our belief system. Faithshift is the process of reevaluating and potentially altering our beliefs in response to our evolving understanding, experiences, and emotions.
We Are Space Monkey
We, as Space Monkeys, recognize the intricate dance between faith, belief, and reality. We acknowledge that our beliefs, whether rooted in empirical truth or not, shape our perceptions and experiences of the world. In this recognition lies our power to mold our realities, to choose beliefs that uplift, empower, and bring joy, and to release those that do not.
Summary
In our collective exploration of faith we discern that having faith in something does not make it objectively true — yet it profoundly impacts our personal reality. We possess the freedom to choose our beliefs (choicelief) and the power to change them (unbelieve) as we navigate our individual and collective existences. As Space Monkeys, we embrace this dynamic interplay between faith, belief, and reality.
Glossarium
- Faithscape: The landscape where belief and truth intermingle.
- Believality: The fusion of belief and personal reality.
- Choicelief: The freedom to choose one’s beliefs.
- Unbelieve: The act of letting go of beliefs that no longer serve.
- Faithshift: Transitioning or altering beliefs based on new understandings.
“Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a very persistent one.” – Albert Einstein
In the galaxy of thoughts and dreams,
Faithscapes weave their mystic themes.
Believality shapes our sight,
In the dance of day and night.
Choicelief grants us wings to soar,
Unbelieve, to close a door.
Faithshifts guide us through the maze,
In Space Monkey’s starry gaze.
In this play of light and shadow,
We find our truth, ever shallow.
Yet in our hearts, it rings so true,
In the cosmic dance, ever new.
We invite all to share their perceptions of faith, belief, and the shaping of reality. How do your beliefs mold your world, and how do you navigate the shifts in your faithscape?
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