Ultimate Fate (Απόλυτη μοίρα)

-From the Meletic Scrolls.

The question that often arises for both believers and nonbelievers alike is what is ultimate fate? Is it something preordained by an external force, or is it an intrinsic part of our existence that unfolds naturally? A Meletic does not place their belief in an undetermined faith, but in their fate, a reality shaped by the interconnected forces of existence. Unlike faith, which relies on prescribed doctrines and external promises, fate is something that is revealed through the progression of life and the inevitability of death. The realisation that death is not a punishment, nor a supernatural mystery, but an integral part of the cosmic cycle, allows us to embrace it without fear.

For a Meletic, the understanding of fate is not a resignation to predetermined events; instead, it is a recognition that we are active participants in a larger, natural process. This process, known as Epistrophis, which is the return to (To Ένa) the One is not about annihilation. It is about transformation. Just as a tides flow back to the ocean, our existence eventually returns to its source, To Ena.

From the moment of birth, we embark on the experience of life, shaped by the events, choices and encounters that unfold before us. Every individual journey is unique, yet it follows a universal course dictated by the Logos, the fundamental order of existence. This journey is not entirely dictated by determinism, because we possess the volition to alter certain aspects of our fate, to seek our eudaimonia and to cultivate wisdom. When it comes to ultimate fate, we are not its masters, but participants in its reality.

This ultimate fate is not merely an abstract idea. It is a manifestation of the universal order, the Logos and the Nous, which are philosophical concepts that govern the structure of reality. It is something that we witness in the unification of time, existence and consciousness, which is an unfolding process that resembles the eternal cycle of nature. Just as the sun rises and sets, just as the seasons change, so too does our existence follow a certain rhythm that ultimately leads us back to the source.

When we contemplate fate, we begin to see that it is not a rigid construct. It is a flowing stream of understanding, which is a reality that illuminates our consciousness, much like a prism refracting light into infinite colours. The more we penetrate the depth of our awareness, the more we uncover the intricate correlation between time, reality and existence. Fate, then, is not something to be feared or resisted, but something to be understood and embraced.

In Meleticism, To Ena represents the ultimate reality and fate. It is not a deity, nor a supreme being that intervenes in our lives. What it defines is the fundamental unity that underlies all existence. In this understanding, our essence is not confined to the physical body; it extends into the realms of the soul, the self, the ousia, the atoms and consciousness itself. These elements are not separate from fate, but are deeply intertwined with it.

Every aspect of our being, which are our thoughts, our emotions, our physical existence is part of a microcosm that resides within the greater macrocosm. Just as a drop of water is part of the ocean, so too are we part of something infinitely greater. Our consciousness is not isolated, but a reflection of the greater cosmic intelligence. Thus, the ultimate fate of every individual is not a random end, but a return to this larger order that is this vast interconnected reality.

Every person reaches their fate after death. The difference lies in whether one realises it or remains unaware. To accept our fate is to align with the natural flow of existence, which to resist it is to dwell in illusion. Many people spend their lives searching for meaning beyond this world, hoping for an afterlife shaped by mythologies and religious doctrines. Meleticism does not rely on supernatural constructs to provide meaning. Instead, it teaches that actual meaning is found in the here and now, in the awareness that we are already part of something infinite.

A common misconception is that fate is dictated by divine intervention, that some external force governs our destiny through inexplicable miracles or supernatural acts. To Ena does not perform miracles. It does not grant wishes, nor does it alter the course of reality based on human desires. Instead, it provides the foundation upon which existence is built.

What we perceive as fate is not the result of divine orchestration, but the natural consequence of cause and effect. If we seek wisdom, it is not given to us by an external force. It is cultivated through our own efforts, contemplation and experiences. If we wish to shape our lives in a meaningful way, we must take responsibility for our actions. This is the power of conscious engagement with reality, rather than reliance on unseen forces.

The truth is not in awaiting miracles then, but in realising our own potentiality. Once we accept this truth, we are able to conceive the full fruition of our wisdom, understanding that all that we obtain in life of value is because of our conscious participation in existence.

For centuries, humanity has been conditioned to believe in a supernatural afterlife, a place where souls ascend to realms beyond human comprehension. This belief, however, is an illusion constructed by the mind, a psychological response to the fear of death. It is easier to conceive of an afterlife than to accept the cessation of existence, for the idea of nonexistence is unsettling to many people. Meleticism teaches that this fear is unnecessary, for death is not an end. On the contrary, it is a transition into the cosmic order.

Our atoms, our consciousness, our ousia, all dissolve back into the greater whole. This is not a disappearance, but a continuation in a different form. Just as a flame, when extinguished, does not disappear but transforms into heat and energy, so too do we return to the source from which we came. This is the ultimate fate. It is not meant to be feared; it is meant to be understood as a meaningful process of cosmic relevance.

If our fate is not dictated by faith, then how do we come to understand it? The answer lies in our experiential consciousness. It is through our awareness, contemplation and self-reflection that we gain insight into the nature of our existence. We do not need external doctrines to tell us what is beyond death, because our consciousness, if properly cultivated, already provides the answers.

Every step in our philosophical journey brings us closer to a heightened enlightenment. From the moment of birth, we awaken to reality, and this awakening continues even after death. To Ena is the ultimate fate, not as an external force, but as the fundamental truth of existence itself.

To embrace Meleticism is to embrace the reality that our fate is not something to be feared but adequately understood. We are not separate from existence. Instead, we are deeply intertwined with it. When we accept that our ultimate fate is a return to To Ena, we are freed from the illusions that bind us to fear.

The journey of fate is a journey of realisation. It is through awareness, contemplation and acceptance that we find true peace. To Ena is not an external destination, because it is already within us. Our ultimate fate, then, is not something distant or foreign. It is the true essence of what we belong to in the greater order of universal existence.

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