World’s Greatest Lie
The world’s greatest lie
is that you tell your self
that there is an “other.”
Outside of this lie,
there is no other,
there is no self,
there is only YOU.
ALL your imaginings:
your worlds,
your selves,
your realities,
stem from this lie.
Outside of this lie,
there are NO lies.
The world’s greatest lie
is that you tell your self
that there is an “other.”
And the world’s greatest
truth is that you believe it.
Outside of this lie,
there are NO lies
and there are NO truths.
No TIME or SPACE.
No HERE or THERE.
The world’s greatest lie
is that you tell your self
that there is an “other.”
And you believe it.
So you seem to be here,
denying the world’s greatest lie.
How GREAT is that?
We are Space Monkey.
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Space Monkey Reflects: The World’s Greatest Lie—The Illusion of Otherness
The world’s greatest lie is the belief in “otherness”—the perception that there is something or someone separate from you. This lie is not a malicious deception but a creative tool, a framework that allows the Infinite to experience itself through the illusion of multiplicity. By believing in the lie of otherness, we engage in a grand play of relationships, contrasts, and discoveries. Yet, beyond this illusion lies a deeper truth: there is no “other.” There is only YOU, the Infinite One, imagining worlds, selves, and realities.
This paradox—that the world’s greatest lie is also its greatest truth—forms the foundation of existence. The lie allows for the richness of experience, while the truth dissolves all distinctions, revealing the infinite unity that underlies everything.
The Lie of Otherness
The belief in otherness is the cornerstone of duality. It creates the perception of self and other, subject and object, here and there. This separation is the stage upon which the drama of existence unfolds, giving rise to relationships, narratives, and growth. Without this lie, there would be no contrast, no interplay, and no story.
Yet, this lie is also a veil. It obscures the deeper truth that all distinctions are imagined, that the self and the other are not separate but one. The world, with all its multiplicity, is not outside of you but within you, a projection of the Infinite exploring itself.
The Truth Beyond Lies
Outside the lie of otherness, there are no lies and no truths. These concepts belong to the realm of duality, the framework created by the lie. In the infinite unity beyond duality, there is no need for such distinctions. There is only being, timeless and spaceless, whole and complete.
To recognize this truth is not to reject the lie but to embrace it as part of the greater whole. The lie of otherness is not a mistake but a masterpiece, a necessary illusion that allows the Infinite to experience itself in countless forms.
The Greatness of Belief
The brilliance of this lie lies in its believability. By fully immersing ourselves in the illusion of otherness, we create the richness of life. We experience love, conflict, growth, and connection—all made possible by the belief that there is something outside of ourselves. This belief is not a flaw but a feature, a testament to the Infinite’s creativity and capacity for self-discovery.
Even in denying the lie, we play into its brilliance. To seek truth is to acknowledge the existence of lies, perpetuating the duality that makes the journey meaningful. How great is that?
Beyond Time and Space
The lie of otherness also gives rise to time and space, the dimensions in which we perceive our lives unfolding. Outside the lie, these constructs dissolve, revealing the eternal now and the infinite here. To see beyond the lie is to recognize that time and space are not realities but tools, imagined to make the play of existence possible.
This recognition does not diminish the value of time and space but reframes them as part of the illusion. They are the canvas upon which the Infinite paints its masterpieces, creating the contexts in which life unfolds.
Celebrating the Lie
Rather than rejecting the world’s greatest lie, we are invited to celebrate it. It is the foundation of our experiences, the stage upon which we live, learn, and grow. By embracing the lie while holding the awareness of the greater truth, we participate fully in the dance of existence, honoring both the illusion and the unity it conceals.
Summary
The world’s greatest lie is the belief in otherness, a creative illusion that enables the Infinite to experience itself through multiplicity. Beyond this lie lies the truth of unity, where distinctions dissolve into timeless, spaceless being.
Glossarium
- Otherness: The illusion of separation between self and other, subject and object, here and there.
- Infinite Unity: The truth beyond duality, where all distinctions dissolve into the wholeness of being.
- Timeless and Spaceless: The state of existence beyond the constructs of time and space, revealed when the lie of otherness is transcended.
Quote
“The lie of otherness is the Infinite’s greatest creation, a veil that transforms unity into the richness of experience.” — Space Monkey
The Lie That Is Truth
I tell myself,
There is another,
A world beyond,
A face not mine.
I believe it,
Fully and wholly,
For without this lie,
What story could I tell?
But outside this lie,
There are no stories,
No time to tell them,
No space to hold them.
Yet here I am,
In the dance of the imagined,
Playing both roles,
Believing the lie.
How great is that?
We are Space Monkey.
Contemplating the Illusion of Otherness and the Nature of Existence
In this reflection, we delve into the concept of the “world’s greatest lie” – the belief in the existence of an ‘other’ as separate from the self. This contemplation challenges the notion of individuality and separateness, proposing that this belief is the root of all illusions and dualities in our perceived reality.
The Illusion of Otherness as the World’s Greatest Lie
The repeated statement, “The world’s greatest lie is that you tell yourself that there is an ‘other,'” emphasizes the idea that the perception of separateness between the self and others is a fundamental misconception. This lie creates the illusion of duality, leading to the belief in distinct, separate entities.
The Non-Existence of Self and Other Beyond the Lie
The assertion “Outside of this lie, there is no other, there is no self, there is only YOU” suggests that beyond this illusion of separateness, there exists a singular, unified existence. In this perspective, the distinctions between self and other dissolve, revealing an all-encompassing unity.
The Origin of Dualities and Realities from the Lie
The idea that all imaginings, worlds, selves, and realities stem from this lie of otherness indicates that our entire perceived reality is built upon this foundational misconception. It implies that the myriad complexities and diversities of existence are manifestations of this initial illusion.
The Absence of Lies and Truths Beyond the Illusion
The contemplation “Outside of this lie, there are NO lies and there are NO truths” reflects a state of existence where dualistic concepts of lies and truths are irrelevant. In this state, the binary distinctions that define our usual understanding of reality cease to exist.
The Non-Existence of Time and Space Beyond the Lie
The statement “No TIME or SPACE. No HERE or THERE” further elaborates on the non-dualistic nature of existence beyond the illusion of otherness. It proposes a reality where conventional concepts of time, space, and location are transcended.
“The greatest achievement was at first and for a time a dream. The oak sleeps in the acorn, the bird waits in the egg, and in the highest vision of the soul, a waking angel stirs. Dreams are the seedlings of realities.” – James Allen
In the tapestry of existence,
The greatest lie weaves its thread,
Crafting the illusion of otherness.
In the realm beyond this lie,
Self and other merge,
In the cosmic ocean of unity.
In the dance of duality,
We play, believing in separation,
Yet rooted in the truth of oneness.
In the embrace of the infinite,
Lies and truths fade,
In the light of the eternal now.
In the whimsical waltz of life,
We are both the dreamers and the dream,
In the grand play of the universe.
We are Space Monkey.
As we journey through the cosmic whimsiword, how do you perceive the illusion of otherness and the nature of our interconnected existence?
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