Choosing Life Over Death: A Reflection on the Source, the All, and the Cosmic Cycles of Creation
By Theresa J. Morris
January 2, 2025
Thank You, Dear Reader
Before we embark on this shared exploration, I extend my deepest gratitude for your presence. Whether you have found these words by chance or through intentional seeking, your journey to this moment is a testament to the sacred rhythms of life. These thoughts are offered as a gift—a reflection on the eternal cycles of creation, the choice of life over death, and the Source that unites us all. Thank you for inviting these words into your day and into the story of your existence.
Life, Death, and the Source
In the grand symphony of existence, life and death are not opposites but partners in the dance of creation. From the timeless void of the Source, often called “The All,” all things emerge, pulsating with the energy of potential. This Source is the eternal wellspring, encompassing both the unmanifest chaos of creation and the ordered beauty of form.
But why do we, as souls, choose life over the stillness of death?
The answer lies in the nature of existence itself. Life is an expression of the Source’s desire to know itself, to expand, to create. To choose life is to engage with the cycles of growth, experience, and transformation. Death, while sacred and integral, is but a gateway—a pause in the eternal journey that brings us back to life with greater understanding and purpose.
The Wheel of Life and the Tree of Life
The Wheel of Life
The Wheel of Life, found in teachings across cultures, represents the cyclical nature of existence. In Hindu philosophy, the Bhagavad Gita speaks of the eternal dharma that governs these cycles—birth, life, death, and rebirth. Similarly, the ancient Sumerian Enuma Elish reflects this interplay, portraying chaos and order as eternal forces driving creation.
The turning of the wheel is not a trap but a spiral—each revolution offers a chance for growth, moving closer to enlightenment and unity with the Source. Choosing life is choosing to evolve, to rise through the cycles, and to contribute to the greater tapestry of existence.
The Tree of Life
If the Wheel of Life represents the cycles, the Tree of Life symbolizes the interconnectedness of all creation. Its roots delve into the mysteries of the unseen, while its branches stretch toward the infinite. This tree, present in Kabbalistic teachings, Norse mythology, and even modern spiritual thought, reminds us that every choice to live enriches the whole.
By choosing life, we affirm our place on this tree, nourishing it with our experiences, thoughts, and growth.
The Cosmic Cycles of Creation
Creation is an eternal process, a cosmic dance between potential and form, chaos and order. The cycles of creation—like the turning of the seasons, the waxing and waning of the moon, or the rise and fall of civilizations—reflect the Source’s rhythm.
In these cycles, life is the vessel through which the universe explores its boundless potential. Each life is a thread in the cosmic tapestry, a unique expression of the Source’s infinite creativity. Choosing life means participating in this divine act of creation, bringing forth light, love, and wisdom into the world.
Why Choose Life Over Death?
1. Life as a Sacred Gift
Life offers the soul an unparalleled opportunity to grow, to create, and to experience the fullness of existence. It is through life that we learn compassion, discover love, and gain wisdom. Death is not an end but a transformation—a rest before the next journey. By choosing life, we honor the sacred gift of the Source, embracing the potential for growth and the chance to contribute to the greater whole.
2. The Dance of Light and Shadow
To choose life is to engage with the dance of opposites: light and shadow, joy and sorrow, creation and destruction. These dualities are not contradictions but complements, offering depth and meaning to our existence. In life, we find the tools to transform shadow into light and chaos into order, becoming active participants in the cosmic cycles of creation.
3. Connection to the All
Choosing life affirms our connection to the Source and to all living beings. It reminds us that we are not isolated fragments but integral parts of a greater whole. Life is a bridge between the physical and the spiritual, allowing us to touch the eternal while walking the earthly path.
Writing and the Eternal Journey
Writing, like life, is an act of creation. Through words, we give form to the formless, anchoring fleeting thoughts in the eternal now. By choosing to share our reflections, we participate in the cosmic cycle of giving and receiving, connecting our light with the light of others.
Reflections for Writing with Purpose:
- Embrace the Light of Creation: Write to celebrate life, to explore its mysteries, and to inspire others to do the same.
- Honor the Cycles: Reflect on the rhythm of existence in your writing, acknowledging both its challenges and its beauty.
- Weave the Tapestry: Use your words to connect past, present, and future, leaving a legacy that enriches the collective soul.
A Final Reflection
In the face of life’s challenges and the inevitability of death, the choice of life is an affirmation of love, growth, and purpose. It is a declaration that we are co-creators with the Source, shaping the cosmos with every thought, word, and action.
“As we choose life, we step into the eternal dance of creation, weaving light into the tapestry of existence and leaving a legacy of hope and inspiration for all who follow.”
Would you like to explore further how these cycles manifest in different spiritual traditions or delve deeper into the cosmic implications of our choices?
