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anciano

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3. I believe that universal oneness

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Sun Oct 20, 2024, 01:37 PM

Oct 2024

is an obvious phenomenon. Marcus Aurelius addressed this concept quite articulately centuries ago in his treatise 'Meditations':
"For there is one universe made up of all things, and one god who pervades all things, and one substance, and one law, one common reason in all intelligent animals, and one truth." (Book Seven)
...and...
"Consider that before long you will be nobody and nowhere, nor will any of the things exist which you now see, nor any of those who are now living. For all things are formed by nature to change and be turned and to perish, in order that other things in continuous succession may exist." (Book Twelve)

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What if everything--God and world, matter and spirit, you and me--is one harmonious whole? [View all] The Great Open Dance Oct 2024 OP

From a non-religious person: ret5hd Oct 2024 #1

Material mysticism is possible The Great Open Dance Oct 2024 #4

great post WhiteTara Oct 2024 #2

Very well written! The Great Open Dance Oct 2024 #5

I believe that universal oneness anciano Oct 2024 #3

I am in agreement The Great Open Dance Oct 2024 #6

It's both. aubergine Oct 2024 #7

Yes, unity in difference, agreed! The Great Open Dance Oct 2024 #8