I am more connected to the world of the imagination, but you

O children of the earth, hear now the words of Ben Lewin, who speaks of the vast world of imagination and its connection to the soul. He said, "I am more connected to the world of the imagination, but you don't have to have polio to do that." In these words lies a profound truth about the power of imagination, and how it is not bound by the physical limitations of the body, nor by the circumstances of one’s life. Lewin, a man who has faced great adversity due to his battle with polio, recognizes that the world of the mind, of thought and creativity, is open to all, regardless of the challenges one may face in the material world. It is a realm where the spirit can soar, and where all are free to create, explore, and dream.

The imagination, O children, is not confined to the body. It is a force that transcends the limitations of the physical world and connects us to something greater, something beyond the senses. Lewin's words speak to the universal nature of imagination, how it is available to all who are willing to seek it, whether they are burdened by illness, age, or circumstance. He reminds us that imagination is not something that only those who have suffered or endured hardship can tap into. It is not a gift exclusive to the sick or the weak; it is a power that resides within all of us, waiting to be awakened, to be used to shape the world around us and the worlds we wish to create in our minds.

Consider, O children, the example of the great artists and thinkers who have shaped the course of history. Leonardo da Vinci, a man whose body was healthy and strong, created works that transcended his own time, his imagination guiding him to see the world not just as it was, but as it could be. His sketches of flying machines, his studies of anatomy, and his exploration of engineering were born not from the limitations of his body, but from the expansive nature of his imagination. Da Vinci understood that the true power of the human spirit lies not in the strength of the body, but in the depth of the mind and the freedom of the imagination.

Lewin, in his own life, embodies this truth. Though he has faced the struggles of living with polio, it is clear that he does not let this condition define his capacity for creativity or vision. The imagination does not need a healthy body to be powerful; it only requires the willingness to dream, to see beyond the physical world and to connect with the deeper realms of the spirit. Lewin’s words remind us that the imagination is not bound by the physical body—it is a spiritual force, one that can be accessed regardless of the limitations placed upon us in the material world.

Think, O children, of the great writers, poets, and philosophers who have created worlds and ideas that transcend their own time and place. Homer, though blind, gave us the epics of the Iliad and the Odyssey, stories of gods and men, of heroism, loss, and love. His imagination allowed him to see and shape worlds beyond his physical limitations, and through his words, he shaped generations of thinkers and dreamers. Homer did not need sight to create his vast worlds—he needed only his mind, his soul, and his imagination.

In the same way, Lewin teaches us that we are all connected to the world of imagination, regardless of our physical conditions. Whether healthy or ill, young or old, the imagination is a force that lies within each of us, waiting to be cultivated, explored, and used to create. Imagination is the realm of possibility, where the limits of the material world do not exist. It is in this realm that we can find not only escape, but transformation—the power to reshape our lives, our worlds, and our understanding of ourselves.

The lesson, O children, is clear: Imagination is the gift of the spirit, and it is available to all, regardless of the state of the body. You do not need to face illness or hardship to tap into this realm. Your imagination is a part of you, and it is a power that you can harness to create, to dream, and to explore the depths of your own being. Whether you are a writer, an artist, a scientist, or a dreamer, your imagination can carry you far beyond the limits of your physical reality. It is a tool for freedom, for growth, and for change, and it is through it that we can shape not just our own lives, but the world around us.

Thus, O children, nurture your imagination, for it is your connection to the infinite. Let it guide you, whether you are facing challenges or standing strong in the world. Your imagination is yours to use, to create, and to transform. Never let the limitations of the body or the circumstances of life stifle the boundless potential of your mind. Reach into the depths of your imagination and create, for it is through this power that the human spirit soars.