When Eternity Meets the Universe: The Creator's Infinity and Time
The concept of an eternal creator, such as God, raises profound questions about the nature of the universe's creation. Some argue that if God is infinite, he never started the process of creation. This notion ponders whether the idea of eternity and time can coexist seamlessly, or if the creation of the universe disrupts these timeless concepts.
Humanity's Quest for Divine Revealment
Throughout human history, the quest for divine revealment has paralleled the human intellect's ability to create and disseminate texts and stories. With modern human civilization dating back at least 160,000 years, one wonders why it took so long for divine stories to be revealed.
One might question why did God not reveal more comprehensive, unambiguous narratives in this age of the Internet? In the digital age, comprehending the divine message without room for doubt or debate seems inevitable. However, the completeness of such revelation is left to the divine will, as seen in the biblical story of Jesus and the Holy Bible serving as a guide for soul salvation.
The Nature of Existence: A Human Concept
The concepts of space, time, life, and even existence are constructs of human understanding. God exists outside these human constructs, suggesting that the divine is beyond the constraints of time and space.
Thus, the answer to many questions must be derived from God himself. While time is a characteristic of all matter, before the creation of matter, time itself was already in existence. This perspective blurs the lines between the finite and the infinite, leading us to ponder the essence of the divine.
Before and Beyond the Universe
Many religious traditions posit that humans are co-eternal with God, possessing intelligence before becoming spiritual beings or 'spirit children.' This life is just one step in our eternal journey to grow into being more like God. Our destiny lies in the eternal realm, where spirits, angels, and God coexist.
The tunnel before and after birth, in this worldview, represents the space where spirits and beings move freely. It suggests a continuity of existence beyond the boundaries of human life and its confines.
The Eternal versus the Finite Creation
Is God eternal, or does he have a point of beginning? If God is eternal, it implies that creation never began since eternity is defined as the state of having no end, and hence, no beginning. If God has existed beyond the concept of time, it would mean that creation only began after a period of eternity.
This notion challenges the traditional understanding of creation, suggesting that the action of creation itself might be a process beyond the finite realm. Alternatively, one could argue that the cosmos emerged from nothing, with a 'God' developing much later to dominate it. This perspective provides a more logical explanation, considering the vast expanse of time and space involved.
The nature of the divine and the creation of the universe are deeply intertwined but inherently complex. Understanding these concepts requires a fusion of faith and philosophical inquiry, allowing us to grapple with the timeless questions of existence and creation.