The Oneness In Us (Η Ενότητα Μέσα μας)

-From the Meletic Scrolls.

In Meleticism, existence is representative of a state that is either temporary or lasting in duration, metaphysical or physical. It is ultimately the oneness in being that defines the core of something. In Greek, it is called (Η Ενότητα). With us, there is an external guise and an internal essence deep within our human nature. Our existence is more than a mere passing moment, for it is a process of realisation and an unfolding truth that requires reflection.

It is this wholeness that embodies the self, as we navigate the world with fundamental purpose and truth. The self is not merely an entity isolated within the mind, nor is it a construct of external influences. It is an integral part of our being, connected to the universal order. To acknowledge the self is to acknowledge the reality of our own oneness. When we come to terms with this awareness, we begin to understand the relevance of life and time.

Life is essentially, a movement through stages of existence. Although we evolve in this process, adapting and changing as we gain knowledge and experience, our oneness remains unbroken. From birth, we possess this unity, even if we are unaware of it. It is not something we acquire; it is something inherent within us, waiting to be discerned.

The self should not be confused with the ego. The ego is shaped by worldly concerns, by pride, by illusions of power or separation. The self, on the other hand, remains whole and virtuous when uncorrupted. It is the foundation of our character, the pillar upon which our moral and intellectual growth stands. In a philosophical sense, one of the most profound realisations we can reach is that of self-acceptance.

To exist is to be caught between contrasting worlds; one of matter and the other of ideas. The material world is tangible, a realm of physicality where time and decay govern. The world of ideas is metaphysical, transcendent, enduring beyond the known limits of our senses. Understanding that these two dimensions coexist is important. The physical world may shape our experiences, but our oneness maintains our original essence. It is the reason for our fortitude, the guiding force that allows us to withstand the changes and challenges of life.

We cannot be more than one in our physicality or mortality. We are limited beings, bound by the constraints of space and time. This does not mean we lack consciousness. Rather, our consciousness serves as the link between our finite existence and the infinite reality beyond it. Our subconscious operates in accordance with our conscious activity, functioning as an unseen current beneath the surface of our awareness.

Our mind is a mechanism through which we explore the depths of these states. It is through thought that we multiply substance, through ideas that we form philosophy. The mind is the source of our reasoning, but true wisdom requires more than mere rationalisation. There is a transcendent meaning, one that cannot be fully perceived through logic alone. This deeper understanding emerges only when we reflect upon the Oneness of (To Ένa) the One.

Being is an absolute state. It is nothing less or more than that notion in its premise. When we become indifferent to our oneness, we lose sight of our truth. We become detached from the real essence of existence, adrift without an anchor. Life is a vehicle of existence, just as the body is a vehicle for the soul. Without acknowledging this, we risk mistaking the journey for the destination, the shell for the substance.

Once we comprehend this reality, we can begin to experience the profound influence of the self. Human nature or the ousia is a reflection of our true reality. We exist not in isolation, but as part of a vast world that extends beyond us. We coexist with nature and the cosmos, entwined in an order greater than ourselves.

Our place within this order is not random. We belong to the natural unfolding of the Logos, the shaping of the Nous and ultimately, the revelation of To Ena. It is To Ena that unveils our oneness, reminding us that we are neither separate nor scattered, but unified in essence. The path of our evolution is dictated by fate and manifested through time. Whilst some people may view existence as merely a measurement of fate and time in an ontological sense, it is necessary to be conscious of its profound significance.

The concept of multiplicity is universal. It manifests in the changing seasons, in the diversity of life, in the various stages of human development. Multiplicity reveals to us the passage of time, the cycles of birth and decay, the interaction of forces that shape our world. Multiplicity is not without origin, because it derives from To Ena. Without the One, there could be no many. Without unity, there could be no division. If To Ena were absent, there would be no multiplicity to perceive. There would be only an unfathomable void, or a timeless and shapeless expanse without order or form.

Understanding this is essential. The self is not separate from To Ena; rather, it is a reflection of it. Belief in oneself is the first step towards recognising the truth of To Ena. When we accept our own oneness, we move closer to the unity of all things. This journey is one of purification, contemplation and ultimately, union.

Purification is the shedding of illusions, the removal of attachments that distort our perception. It is not a process of denial, but the clarity of seeing things as they truly are. Contemplation is the deep engagement of the mind, the search for wisdom through introspection. It is through contemplation that we refine our understanding, aligning our thoughts with the greater reality. Union is the culmination of this path, the state in which we become one with nature, with the universe and with To Ena.

When we are one with nature, we do not merely observe it, we embody it. We are the gentle stirring of the wind, the silent flow of the river, the stillness of the mountain. We are the awakening of dawn, the quiet setting of the sun. These are not separate phenomena, but manifestations of the same fundamental unity. Each moment, each shift in time is a reflection of the presence of To Ena and its oneness.

What binds us together, what unites us beyond our differences is our original essence. This essence is not a gift bestowed upon us by a god, nor is it the product of divine intervention. It is simply what we are. It is given to us by To Ena. Just as the One possesses Oneness, so do we. This is the immutable truth and the foundation of existence.

To live in awareness of this truth is to transcend the illusions of separation. It is to walk through life with clarity, with purpose, with an unshaken understanding of who we are. We are not lost fragments scattered across the vastness of the cosmos. We are not beings forgotten in a world of abrupt chaos. We are whole, unified, part of a greater order that extends beyond time and space.

In this realisation lies true fulfilment. To know our oneness is to know our place in existence. It is to embrace the wisdom of To Ena, to live in harmony with the Logos and Nous, and to navigate the world not as isolated individuals; instead, as beings deeply connected to the whole.

Thus, the enlightened path of Meleticism is not merely a philosophy, for it is an awakening. It is an understanding that life is not defined by division, but by unity. It is the absolute recognition that, at our core, we are indeed one.

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