• MUSIC OF THE SPHERES? •
The Cosmic Engine
The idea of salmon homing in on an unknown source, discussed earlier, described to us what is probably the most important concept to remember of all; that the model is created from the outside in. Outward expression is only realized after the convergence of homing forces have met their finite destiny at the center of the model. Outward expression then creates a visible tangible model, while a continued inward journey replenishes the outer absentia via the impossible connection it has through the mass.
When we try to translate the three dimensional idea of perpetual replenishment of an entity, surrounded by a sea of infinity into a one dimensional number line, the act of coagulation, and the resulting explosion of content back into infinity, comes to resemble a cosmic engine of sorts, i.e. drawing in the fuel of infinity and exhausting it back as a tangible product. By translating this into a sequence of numbers, the idea of a cosmic engine becomes a vital translation of spherical forces into number line form. Here’s how.
In translating the spherical forces of compression and radiance into a sequence of numbers along a line, we need to first remind ourselves of the the function of the number zero. On a number line, the number zero represents the infinite continuum, out of which salmon-like forces emerge upon an inward journey toward a paradoxically yet-to-be-defined source.
The 1/9 Sphere: As the continuum of infinity collapses into a model of consecutive concepts of concentric containment, the numbers 1 and 9 correspond to the first actual sphere of the finite model, while the number zero represents the infinite continuum of the surrounding nothingness from which the model emerges. Thus the numbers 1 and 9 represent a pause that occurs at this point, before the actual convergence of coagulation upon the finite center, thus defining the outer limits of the model’s theoretical ‘sphere of influence.'
The 2/8 Sphere: As we move inward, we find that the next concentric sphere to be translated into number line form is the one labeled with the numbers 2 and 8. Having reached this stage on our inward journey of compression, we make note of how our progress alternates from the non-action of the 1/9 pause, to the inertia-breaking action of finite convergence upon a center or midpoint. Because of its relation to inertia as an impetus to further development, the defining characteristics of the 2/8 stage is seen as automatic and instantaneous - i.e. an immediate involuntary response to an inevitable mandatory function. This “path of least distance” is then analogous to the idea of passing through the model’s theoretical ‘atmosphere,’ where resistance and obstacles are few and navigation is achieved with straight lines.
The 3/7 Sphere: Next, as converging lines of force become more and more intense, and begin to meet, the area that will become the theoretical ‘surface’ of the mass begins to emerge. This area corresponds to the third sphere of containment, the 3 and 7. Here the model pauses again, and marks an important point of transition. Spherically speaking, this point is defined as the point at which relative stages of infinity begin to decay, or transform, into the positive stages of a finite mass. This critical stage of development, where ‘negative’ actually changes to become ‘positive,’ creates for us a theoretical membrane of neutrality within the model that is important to observe. This theoretical membrane will eventually contain the substance of the finite mass like a ‘skin.’ But because of its metamorphically transitional status, it is also important to note, again, how it becomes a filter of sorts, creating a kind of peristaltic, one-way bias through the form of this cosmic engine idea, thereby making the 3/7 position analogous to the one way valves of the human heart.
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Progress on the number line alternates between balance and flux. The ‘balance’ numbers don’t do anything, they represent infinitesimal points of transition between critical concepts. In the cosmic engine, the 3/7 stage of metamorphical transition between negative and positive forces is also comparable to the one way valves of the human heart.
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The 4/6 Sphere: As the action of convergence continues, homing forces begin to mix, blend and spiral together, creating a cluster within the area of the 4/6 sphere. Because of this combining and mixing action, we begin to view the path of coagulation as a much more mechanical path than before. Because of the substance of reality, we can see how the 4/6 path requires us to seek a ‘path of least resistance’ through the center of our finite form. Of course in an already formed model, working our way through this mass of spiraling convergence would be difficult and time consuming, compared to the immediate and direct path of the automatic, instantaneous 2/8. But, because we are still engaged in a compulsory act of stabilization toward a point of definition, the mechanical action of building a mass continues on a seemingly optional, but still mandatory, scale of eventuality, or inevitability.
Finally, when we back up and look again at the path we have just followed, we can see how together, as a functioning entity, this representation of homing forces resembles the workings of a cosmic engine; as the 1/9 fuel of infinity is drawn in, by the automatic action of the 2/8 funnels, through the one way valves of the metamorphic 3/7 membrane, into the mechanical combustion chamber of the 4/6 mass.
But, as this is only half of a total cycle, we then need to observe how this fuel is also sent back out as radiant energy and space displaced, creating, once again, the model’s four ‘spheres of influence’ with one continuous, perpetual, peristaltic, endlessly ascending act of cosmic metamorphosis! As this one dimensional idea is again visualized as a three dimensional form, we can begin to see how the peristaltic, wave-like action of equidistant number pairs begins to radiate the music of the spheres!
The Funnel, Tunnel and Maze
The cosmic engine is a very important concept to understand because it gives meaning to the abstract stages of logical development being created in your mind's eye. The idea that coagulation is an ongoing process of perpetual change, within a universe of infinite proportions, means that our model is not just a stagnant piece of logic but a representation of transient life, breathing in and out.
The cosmic engine is also a good example of how two types of number lines can be combined into one. In other words, the cosmic engine uses peristaltic progress to represent a consumption or passage of fuel through an entity. While at the same time this analogy remains clearly equidistant in form. But whereas this equidistant design may have alluded some, the cosmic engine can now be combined with a visual aid to complement its form, a visual aid I like to refer to as the funnel, tunnel and maze diagram.
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Through the Funnel, Tunnel and Maze diagram, the stages of the cosmic engine come alive. The 3/7 valve is one way 'in' on one side and one way 'out' on the other, depending on the content passing through. Like the alveolus of the lungs, the 5 turns incoming content into its opposite, so it can make it through the exiting one way valve of the 3/7 stage!
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In the funnel, tunnel and maze diagram, the path through an entity, like the cosmic engine, is seen as equidistant in design, but with a definite directional bias. When combined with the cosmic engine idea, the funneling part of this diagram becomes equivalent to the portion of progress responsible for igniting impending coagulation. This is symbolized by a shape equivalent in design to that of an intake valve on a real engine. While in equidistant design the exiting funnel represents the ever-expanding exhaust of space displaced by the resulting spheres of influence. Together these two funnels represent the 2/8 sphere of concentric containment where the idea of spherical emergence and delequesence becomes transformed into that of one dimensional convergence and divergence.
Likewise, in the ‘tunnel’ part of this diagram we encounter another example of equidistant design as the 3/7 sphere of metamorphic transition is expressed by a simple tunnel of connecting influence. These tunnels represent the one-way valves of the cosmic engine where passage through is dependent upon content, and not the valve itself. In other words, one valve is devoted to transmitting content in, and the other to transmittig content out, thus creating the parastaltic phenomenon that keeps energy flowing through. Like the one-way valves of the heart, content does not back up. Time moves ever forward... or through.
Next, as we enter the combustion chamber of the cosmic engine we encounter a zig zag pathway that represents, to us, the compression of ‘forces equivalent to a mass,’ and the 'path of least resistance' that must be found when attempting to pass through such a cluster of substance.
And finally, the addition of the fifth symbol, at the center of the number line, represents the infinitesimal midpoint of progress where implosion changes, into the outward expression of a manifest form. Together, these three symbols (the 4/5&6) represent the mechanical breakdown of opposing forces with respect to coagulation. In other words, by entering the theoretical confines of coagulation, and terminating at the infinitesimal midpoint of progress, all concepts must exit as their opposite, and as a result perpetuate each others existence. This then becomes the mechanism of a perpetual motion machine!
• THE ORGASMIC EIGHT •
As a perpetual motion machine, the cosmic engine conveys the idea of peristaltic progress through an event in time. And there is something about peristaltic conviction, and directional bias through a number line, that leads us to another very important pattern in nature. The signature of this pattern is that of an exploding end to the path of coagulation! On the number line we see this dramatic ending at the number 8 position, as the exhaust of the cosmic engine is propelled like an exploding mist through the exiting funnel of the funnel, tunnel and maze diagram.
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This explosive end occurs because of the containment of the 4/6 mass by its ‘theoretical 3/7 skin’ and the need that mass has to radiate its influence back to its origins. As resistance to this containment builds, the 4/6 mass of the model reaches a point of intolerance or ‘critical mass’ that eventually demands a dispersal of its contents beyond this containment parameter. In the Geometric Progression (seen elsewhere on this site), arrival at the last of three dimensions signified this critical intolerance, as the resulting cube was forced to radiate, or explode, into the all-dimensional ball and sphere, thus completing all possible forms in the cycle.
As steps of coagulation change from that of initial collision and recoil, to that of compression and radiance we observe how this explosive end continues and repeats for the life of any entity - creating the ‘put, put, put’ of the cosmic engine! Of course in a ‘perfect’ model the repetitions of this explosive end are regular and predictable, like a real engine. But when the number line is used to describe events with irregular intervals of progress, anticipation of this explosive ending can sometimes create an orgasmic release of tension, as slowly culminating progressions build a theoretical mass that must eventually be released!
The Great Egress
The only thing to add to all this, would be to point out the existence of a 'trinity' of development that exists at the end of every number line, that governs the behavior of exiting energy. Elsewhere on this site, and elsewhere in books on tarot and cosmology, the process of creation is frequently described as a 'trinity' of development involving universal cosmic forces that emerge like a lighting bolt of inspiration from out of the blue, creating manifestation in three ‘near simultaneous’ steps of development. As this is so, we can now observe how, in equidistant design, the number seven comes to represent the beginning of a comparable closing trinity of ‘near simultaneous’ development.
By breaking through the ‘theoretical skin’ of the number 7 with our exploding mass, the all-dimensional, radiating 8 carries us to the end of our peristaltic cycle at the number 9. The suddenness, and involuntary nature of this exiting trinity is what contributes to the orgasmic 8’s explosive end, and makes for a very interesting signature in nature.
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The Great Egress explains the spiritual aspect of both 3 and 7! The hand of God reaches out and touches us with a trinity of creation. We in turn connect ourselves back to God with a trinity of expression.
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Periodic intolerance and critical mass create a number line with a definite purpose. When this pattern is applied to tarot, it enables us to explain, with the symbols of the cards, all of the explosions that affect mankind; i.e. physical explosions of matter, as well as spiritual explosions of a contemplative mind, augmenting toward a goal of enlightenment.
In you choose to continue with this study, we will continue with a very important pattern that expands on this idea of equidistantly similar trinities. Number line patterns that successfully combine equidistant similarities with progressive qualities are the most powerful to contemplate. If you are interested in hearing a few words on how The Cosmic Engine model might be seen as an archetypal influence to anthropomorphized icons of tarot, try reading the edited down version of this page called The Cosmic Engine.
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