Understanding Light

2003-6-7 06:47:00

The Question:

"The light is one and in that light shall we see light. This is the light that turns the darkness into day."

What is the meaning of this statement? How do you see light?

Looks like the group has put on their thinking caps for this one as well as their intuitive selves. You have given some great answers containing much truth. There are also several levels of interpretation that are true for this and other inspired statements. So, keep in mind that your answer may be very true even if it differs from others in the class.

That said, let me give an additional seed thought that may expand your thinking on this subject.

1) Here in the physical plane we do not see light, but our seeing is based on the shadows cast as a result of light (spirit) shining on matter (darkness).

2) If you were drifting in outer space you would be surrounded by the light from the sun, yet you would not see the light as blue sky as you do on earth. Instead, if you look at the sky you would only see the blackness of space and the stars in the background. When you look at space you see no light from the sun even though you are surrounded by light.

If then you are in this darkness wherein is shining a great light (that the darkness does not comprehend) how is the light to be used to see light? What is the light that is seen in the light? Is there a difference between seeing light and seeing that which the light reveals?

Neo: So we need machines, and machines need us. Is that your point? Councillor Harmann: No, no point. Old men like me don't bother in making points. There is no point.
Neo: Is that why there are no young men on the council?
Councillor Harmann: Good point. Matrix Reloaded

Note: Someone asked me if I saw the latest Matrix. Indeed I have. Not quite as good as the first, but worth seeing.