Creation: Cracking the Everything Mirror
- Star Rover
- Dec 13, 2024
- 7 min read
Our Rape | There is no such thing as creation
The weight of existence:
Extraordinary
Gravity lusts the soul
a bull’s sonic speed horns pointed my child standing alone on the salts
Shivering hand high in a prophets pose calling cattle to frenzy
Faster
Angrier
Opening his heart for the collision that never comes And so is gravity against our minds
The woman accepts the man inside her because she knows he is her She just doesn’t know what part
And he knows he is her and he wishes to go back home to her
To fully feel
He doesn’t always know which part to feel
the soul calls for the stampede
A brief unification
strolling down the memory of Everything when we were one
When I was One
Before the brown hair turned gray
and I understood that was time
To see different versions of the same me
A parlor trick
we were god(head)
The brown hair is the same it will always be
But now it is Two hairs I guess
We are stretched and squirming through time
our minds hacked to pieces by the changes in seasons
When I was/am One
You/We couldn’t move
I cannot create one new thing from I
I can’t even roll over in bed
there is no bed
Or a dark room
There is no space to roll or move
Only I
I woke up
And flexed and strained and made faces until I broke
I/She broke into me, you and all of us
To come alive like a flower opening to the sun
Or rotting flesh
The transformation of a thing
And realize I was alone
But we are no longer alone
This is the true and only creative force: to give birth with no sire
Everything Impregnated by Nothing
Adam from nothing
A Big Bang from nothing
A baby Jesus from nothing
No memory from where we came
No understanding of where we are going
But not to mention the air we breathe now, each breath like your child’s hand to hand to hand on the monkey bars
Every pause a chance to slip back into the soft abyss the low hum of Everything
Can we no longer be your Bodhisattva
Enduring the suffering in outer reaches of our One body
Cold against the Nothing
The only two things there are
Something and Nothing
Which makes Something: Everything
An ejaculation of clarity out of nothing hacked to pieces by the blade of loneliness
only to be reborn as twins
A family
Adam and Eve
Then Seth
and now an army of schizophrenic souls All the same person but unrecognizable to each other
And here the water we put in our mouths So precious we drink the rain When it evaporates we become desert A rule of the deep magic of this place We cannot live without it
It is not the gravity it is that we lust to be one again
It is not the air we breathe it is the rhythm of existence: like sex or the sunrise and sunset
Always back and forth
I cannot yet tolerate being One again
So I fuck it
In and out
One and then two makes three
One and then two made me
I don’t make the rules
Neither do I think the water is significant, but my thirst bothers me I rebel against the water
Like Satan my body resists the rules
They are not rules
We are just a brown hair turning gray
The only magic that happened in 7 days was alchemy
Because to be free is to be Everything and even Everything must contend with Nothing
No Nothing with a name can be free
Only the nameless are free
So here unrecognizable to each other we hold up this skin against the stampede of ourselves to
Exist
To pretend we are separate
We call the cattle in
And they run our streets snorting and bucking
But the bull finds no peace
The penis finds no true destination
The air no home
And the water no source
To know these things would be the rushing together of Everything before I/We am ready
I am not done
I was asked to sit and suffer
Like my mother before me
A single order: exist
Stare at the abyss until you make peace with it with you with Everything
Which is all the same to me
We cannot come together again until the pain of loneliness is gone
Until the battle in the outermost reaches is won
And so I run from the dark nothing
His hands grasping my neck
Taking me from behind
And I sing so beautifully that I fall in love with myself
The only alternative to loneliness
The only alternative to Nothing
A better Nothing
A Nothing with a name
He will bring the right amount of destruction to me
Less than the absolute Nothing
But enough to burn the bad towns
And bury the dead
And here we will love
And hate
And repaint my rape over and over again on the canvas of each waking moment
And here we are
It’s nice to meet you
It’s great to meet me
Creation: Cracking the Everything Mirror
Have you ever wondered how something can come from nothing? This question has captivated philosophers, scientists, and curious minds for centuries. It affects our understanding of the universe's birth, the origins of life, and even the way we express ideas. In this exploration, we seek to unravel the mystery of creation—how does something emerge from a void?
The Philosophical Perspective
At the core of philosophical inquiry is the question of existence: Why is there something rather than nothing? Philosophers like David Hume and Immanuel Kant explored what it means to exist. Hume posited that our understanding of existence relies heavily on our experiences. He believed that the universe's existence might be beyond human comprehension, making us question the limits of our understanding.
This deep contemplation often leads us to uncomfortable truths about reality. The intriguing possibility persists: Can existence spontaneously spark from non-existence? Considering the philosophical stakes helps sharpen our focus on this timeless mystery.
The Scientific Explanation
From a scientific perspective, the idea of creation from nothing takes shape in theories like the Big Bang. According to this theory, the universe was born from a point so small that it can't be grasped—expanding into the vast cosmos we see today. This monumental event occurred about 13.8 billion years ago. But what caused this initial explosion? Some scientists suggest quantum fluctuations, where tiny particles can momentarily materialize from a vacuum, may play a role. Notably, about 99.9% of the universe is made up of dark energy and dark matter, components still largely mysterious to us.
In quantum physics, particles emerging from "nothing" challenge our classical understanding of reality. These unexpected discoveries reveal a universe that is not only complex but also filled with uncertainties.
Creation in Nature
The natural world illustrates how life can emerge from seemingly desolate states. An excellent example is the process known as ecological succession. This is when life gradually inhabits barren landscapes, as seen on Surtsey, a volcanic island that surfaced off the coast of Iceland in 1963. Just a few decades after its formation, researchers documented over 200 species of plants and animals thriving there.
Nature exemplifies interdependence and renewal. The cycle of life—birth, death, rebirth—teaches us that new beginnings often arise from endings, emphasizing that the void is not empty but full of potential.
Artistic Creation
In the realm of creativity, the act of bringing something into existence often starts with emptiness—be it blank canvases, empty pages, or silent rooms. Artists, writers, and creators draw from their inner worlds, expressing emotions and experiences as they transform the blank into the beautiful.
Take an architect, for instance. With just a blank sheet of paper, they can envision entire spaces. Each line they draw turns that empty page into a blueprint teeming with life. This process is not merely a technical endeavor; it reflects cultural and personal narratives, showing that what seems like nothing holds immense potential.
The act of creation reveals that the space between idea and manifestation is rich with opportunity, serving as a reminder that innovation can thrive in unlikely places.
Spiritual Interpretations
Many spiritual traditions offer unique perspectives on creation, providing narratives that often contrast with scientific and philosophical explanations. In various cultures, creation stories serve as profound reminders of humanity's connection to the cosmos. Whether it's the biblical tale of God's six-day creation or the diverse myths of Indigenous peoples, these stories celebrate the mystery of existence.
These beliefs emphasize that every person possesses the innate capacity to create from within. This idea is more than religious; it speaks to our inner potential and encourages us to recognize that creation is an integral part of existence.
Reflecting On Creation
The question of how something can arise from nothing spans across multiple fields—philosophy, science, nature, art, and spirituality create a rich fabric of understanding. From the cosmic events of the Big Bang to nature's resilient ecosystems and the boundless imagination of artists, each perspective demonstrates that the void is fertile, filled with possibilities waiting to unfold.
Understanding creation invites us to embrace the unknown and appreciate the chaos that can lead to beauty and innovation. In exploring the essence of existence, we uncover pathways where nothing can evolve into something, opening up countless possibilities.
As we ponder these questions, let us recognize that creation exists not only in grand cosmic scales but also in our daily experiences. From fleeting ideas to momentous creations, we all play a part in the ongoing cycle of creation that enriches our world. Embracing our potential for innovation and expression not only fulfills us, but also contributes to the collective tapestry of life.
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