Singularity is the same as Multiplicity
In the vast expanse of philosophical discourse, few concepts challenge the contours of human understanding as the idea of Absolute Monism. At its core, it posits that everything is essentially a unified, singular reality, but herein lies a paradox: If all is One, how does one account for the seemingly infinite multiplicity that populates our universe? The answer, surprisingly, might be found in understanding that singularity and multiplicity are two sides of the same coin.
### The Illusion of Separation
We begin by reflecting on the perceived reality around us. Trees, oceans, planets, galaxies—on the surface, they appear distinct, diverse, and separated. Yet, each atom, molecule, and cell in these entities share a common origin in the Big Bang. If we could rewind time, all that exists would coalesce into a single point of infinite density—a singularity.
The illusion of separation emerges from our limited human perception. Just as a wave is not separate from the ocean, individual entities are not separate from the cosmic singularity; they are mere manifestations of the same unified reality.
### The Duality Paradox
Dualities pervade human thinking. Good and evil, light and dark, self and other. But these are merely conceptual constructs, artificial divisions we impose on the unified reality to navigate it. In Absolute Monism, these dualities dissolve. The line that separates singularity from multiplicity is a mirage.
Imagine a hologram. Every fragment of a hologram contains the whole image. Similarly, every fragment of our universe—no matter how minuscule—contains the imprint of the whole. Singularity is encoded in multiplicity and vice versa.
### Infinity within the Finite
It’s a profound thought that within every grain of sand, and every drop of water, the vastness of the universe is contained. In the singularity of Absolute Monism, the infinite exists within the finite. It challenges the linear perspective of beginning and end, suggesting instead a cyclical, intertwined existence where singularity births multiplicity and multiplicity reflects singularity.
### Embracing the Unity
Recognizing that all is One has profound implications for how we lead our lives. Embracing Absolute Monism is a journey towards compassion, understanding, and unity. When we realize that the ‘other’ is merely a reflection of the ‘self’, prejudices and divisions melt away.
To view the world through the lens of Absolute Monism is to appreciate the dance of singularity and multiplicity. It is to find solace in the idea that while we may appear separate, at our core, we are all interconnected fragments of the same cosmic story.
In conclusion, the essence of Absolute Monism serves as a gentle reminder of our shared journey in this vast universe—a universe where singularity is not opposed to multiplicity but is, in fact, its very essence.
Morgan O. Smith
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