The universe folded within us
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I���m delighted to share this guest post from author Jane E. Harper.
Jane���s The Universe Within Us, an inviting synthesis of science, religion, and personal experience, offers n-e-w (non-ego wrought) insight and perspective about our place and purpose in the universe.
It invites ��� and makes an excellent case for — the understanding that every human being possesses a spiritual nature. What we recognize and choose to do in relation to that is at the very core of life.
From Author Jane E Harper:
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Dost thou reckon thyself only a puny form
when within thee the universe is folded?*
Within you
is that which binds every atom in your body together.
ATTRACTION
Within you
is that which divides cells, turns food into energy, and grows.
AUGMENTATION
Within you
is that which is aware of its environment and learns.
PERCEPTION, EMOTION, INTELLIGENCE
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These powers are nested, one within the other. The power of attraction makes possible the power of augmentation. The powers of attraction and augmentation make possible the powers of perception, emotion and intelligence.
But I am not done!
From these powers springs another power, unique to the human being.
Within you
is that which contemplates the world and unlocks its hidden secrets.
You solve problems.
INTELLECT
There is yet more!
Within you
is that which turns your focus of concern away from yourself.
You solve problems for others.
VIRTUE
caring ��� forgiveness ��� tolerance ��� love ��� service ��� wonder ��� perseverance ��� respect ��� creativity ��� detachment ��� faith ��� courtesy ��� reliability ��� justice ��� mercy ��� sacrifice ��� assertiveness ��� loyalty ��� friendliness ��� openness ��� thankfulness ��� truthfulness
This puny form is the ground in which all these capacities are cultivated and bear fruit, its highest yield — your virtuous qualities.
Within you every quality of the universe is folded.
Dost thou reckon thyself only a puny form
when within thee the universe is folded?
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*Quote attributed to the Imam Al��, the Prophet Muhammad���s appointed successor, as quoted in Bah�����u���ll��h���s The Seven Valleys, p. 34.
Learn more about Jane and her book, The Universe Within Us at http://janeeharper.com.
