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"Matter or substance presupposes the existence of a force or energy. This does not mean that a dualistic conception of the world is necessary. The concepts of matter and force are as relative as everything else. In the Absolute, where all is one, matter and force are also one. But in this connection matter and force are not taken as real principles of the world in itself, but as properties or characteristics of the phenomenal world observed by us." (Gurdjieff in 1915)
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The universe is a being with three centers corresponding to our
own; their material aspect is comprised of vibration-rates which appear to us as
substances.
The universe is the body of God; it is the neutralizing force of
the Sun Absolute, the manifestation of the interaction of the positive and
negative forces of God. We live in the body of God, are made in the image of God
and God's 'fancy' is immortality.
God is the "I" of the universe, is termed His
Endlessness and is not inferior to time. Time is a perpetual perishing. It is
the enemy of God. He has a purpose. Our Hope depends on our ability to discover
His purpose and co-operate with it. This is the definition of religion, helping
God. (Orage)
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The Endless Search © 2004 Ian C. MacFarlane