Imagine yourself standing in the middle of a bustling city. The streets are filled with the noise of cars honking, people talking, and music blaring from storefronts. Amidst this cacophony, there is a profound silence that remains constant. It is the silence that exists behind all the sounds of the city. Just as the silence is present in the midst of the city, it is also present in the midst of chaos and turmoil.
Now, shift your focus to a peaceful forest. As you walk through the woods, you hear the chirping of birds, the rustling of leaves, and the gentle flow of a nearby stream. Yet, amidst these sounds, the woods themselves remain silent. The sounds of the birds do not disturb the tranquility of the forest. In a similar way, the silence is always there, even when there is sound above it.
By identifying with this silence, you can find a centering presence within yourself. It is like a prayerfulness that keeps you grounded and aware of the infinite silence that surrounds you. Whether you are going about your daily life or facing moments of chaos and catastrophe, maintaining this awareness of the silence can bring a sense of calm and clarity.
In this infinite silence, you can recognize the presence of something greater, the presence of God. It is a divine silence that holds the potential for manifestation. As you hold your intentions and desires in mind within this silence, they have the potential to manifest in your life. It is not a result of causation but rather the unfolding of possibilities.
We give thanks for the divine presence of the infinite silence from which our existence arises. We acknowledge this presence and finish with the same gratitude that we started, “Gloria in Excelsis Deo.” We recognize and appreciate the divine presence that surrounds us.