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The Absurdity of Seeking Truth in a World of Illusions

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Jun 12, 2024
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The quest for truth is the most absurd journey we can embark upon.

In a world where reality is a façade and our perceptions are delusions, hunting for truth is akin to searching for a unicorn in a swamp of holograms. Nonduality, the seemingly ludicrous philosophy asserting that all is one and the self is an illusion, stands as the epitome of this absurdity…

…but hey, absurdity has its charm, doesn't it?

The Ridiculousness of Reality

Reality, as we perceive it, is a grand illusion.

Imagine you're in a desert, parched and desperate, and you spot a mirage of an oasis. It's alluring, it shimmers with the promise of relief, but the closer you get, the more it vanishes into thin air. That's our reality—a shimmering mirage that fools us into believing it's solid and real. The paradox? We're seeking truth in a realm built on illusions. It's like trying to nail jelly to a wall…

…it just won't stick.

The Journey of Unknowing

Understanding nonduality isn't about piling up knowledge; it's about shedding layers of falsehood.

Picture peeling an onion—layer after layer, tear after tear, until you reach the center and find... nothing. This journey isn't a straight path with landmarks; it's a blind trek through a dense fog. You're armed with a compass that spins aimlessly, but despite the uncertainty, you trudge on because something within you whispers that it's necessary. That something is the itch you can't scratch…

…the splinter in your mind that demands attention.

The Human Condition: Vanity vs. Madness

Why seek truth? Vanity or an existential splinter—those are your choices.

Vanity is like polishing the brass on the Titanic; it looks good but doesn't change your fate. On the other hand, the splinter is a relentless itch, an irritation that gnaws at your sanity. Vanity seekers are doomed to futility, their efforts like rearranging deck chairs on a sinking ship. But there’s hope for those driven mad by the splinter. They have a reason to keep digging, to keep peeling that onion…

…despite the tears and the emptiness at the core.

Beyond the Physical: Time, Space, and Matter

Time, space, and matter are the ultimate mirages.

They're shadows on the wall of Plato's cave—mere reflections without substance. Imagine living your entire life believing the shadows are real, only to discover they're just flickers of light. Our existence is built on these constructs, yet they crumble under scrutiny. When you realize that time doesn't flow, space doesn't expand, and matter doesn't solidify, you're left staring into the abyss. And the abyss stares back…

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