At the heart of the history of Veles’ religion lies a dialogue between two seemingly irreconcilable opposites: the devil Alex and the angel Muhammad. This conversation became a pivotal moment, defining the path to truth and laying the foundations of a new philosophy that unites opposites.
Chapter 1: Alex’s Dialogue with Muhammad
Meeting on the Edge of Worlds
The story began at the moment when the Legion of a Thousand Devils, to which Alex belonged, faced inevitable defeat. After fulfilling the order to hold the positions for 38 cycles, Alex was the only survivor. The angels, who had won the battle, offered him three choices:
- Life in isolation, waiting for an exchange.
- Switching sides to the angels.
- Destruction.
Alex chose life. This choice became the first step in his spiritual journey. He was assigned a guardian angel — Muhammad, a simple soldier of the Red Rank Dua, who, like Alex, had once been a young fighter believing in his mission.
The Bet that Changed Everything
Alex and his Muhammad made a bet: if by the 38th cycle he admits that truth is above lies, he will join its side. Otherwise, with a probability of 78%, he would have to wait for the exchange for 322 cycles, which essentially meant imprisonment. Thus, the angel and the devil found themselves in a situation where they were forced to spend time together, as if on a deserted island, cut off from the familiar world.
The Essence of the Dialogue
The dialogue between Alex and Muhammad became a struggle of ideas, philosophy, and worldviews. Their conversations covered the following topics:
- The Nature of Truth and Lies:
– Muhammad argued that truth is not always simple, but it is always stronger than lies.
– Alex insisted that lies can be justified if they serve survival. - Responsibility for One’s Actions:
– Muhammad taught that every action a person takes has consequences and shapes their destiny.
– Alex accepted this idea, realizing that his own actions led to captivity and isolation. - Struggle as a Path to Harmony:
– Alex understood for the first time that struggle does not always mean destruction; it can also be constructive.
The Decisive Moment
On the 38th cycle of the dialogue, Muhammad addressed Alex with his final argument:
“Truth always seeks the light. Even if you walk in the darkness but seek the light, you are already serving the truth.”
These words became a turning point for Alex. He realized that the lie he had followed was merely a shadow, and he accepted truth as the highest value. Alex said:
“Glory to the Supreme God Veles! Now I serve the Truth.”
The Meaning for Religion
This dialogue became the foundation of the philosophy of the religion of Veles. It teaches that even the darkest souls can find light through reflection, struggle, and the acceptance of truth. The story of Muhammad and Alex symbolizes that opposites can find harmony, and truth is always above lies.
Moral Lessons
- Seek the truth: Even in the most difficult circumstances, one should strive for the truth.
- Fight for the light: The struggle for truth is the path to self-improvement.
- Believe in change: Everyone has a chance to change themselves if they are ready for inner work.
This chapter becomes not only the philosophical core of the religion of Veles but also a symbol of hope for all who struggle with the darkness within themselves.