If we simulate a universe where there is no separation from God, we are essentially imagining a world where all creatures remain fully aware of their oneness with the divine. In such a scenario, there would be no duality—no distinction between good and evil, light and dark, or the divine and the created. Everything in this universe would exist in a state of constant unity with God. Here’s a step-by-step exploration of how creatures might evolve spiritually in this scenario:

1. A Unified Consciousness

In a universe without separation, every creature would be deeply connected to the divine essence, and their consciousness would reflect this unity. Instead of seeking to “find” God or understand their place in a world of duality, creatures would intuitively know their connection to the divine. There would be no need for religion or philosophy because there would be no sense of existential questioning—creatures would simply be in harmony with God, existing in a state of pure awareness.

The evolutionary drive would not be about overcoming challenges or striving for growth through conflict. Instead, it would be an expression of the divine nature manifesting in different forms. Spiritual evolution would be about deepening one’s expression of divine love, creativity, and wisdom, all of which would already be innate in each creature.

2. The Absence of Conflict: Growth through Harmony

Without separation or duality, there would be no struggle between opposing forces. Spiritual growth would occur through the expansion of love, compassion, and understanding. Rather than evolving through conflict or overcoming obstacles, creatures would evolve through the natural unfolding of their divine potential.

This growth would be non-linear, marked by a continuous deepening of connection with the divine. Creatures would express their spiritual development in unique and diverse ways, creating a universe rich in variety, beauty, and creativity. Evolution would be a smooth, harmonious process, like an ever-expanding circle of life in which each being contributes to the greater whole.

3. Lack of Free Will?

In this model, it’s tempting to ask if creatures would have free will. Without separation from God, creatures would still have the freedom to make choices, but their choices would be inherently aligned with the divine. Instead of wrestling with the temptation to choose between good and evil, creatures would naturally make choices that contribute to the unity and well-being of the universe. The concept of “wrong” choices might not exist, as every action would stem from the same source of divine love and wisdom.

Thus, spiritual evolution would be defined not by the choices one makes in a moral sense, but by the depth with which one recognizes and expresses their oneness with God. The desire to evolve would not come from a need to “fix” oneself or strive for something better, but from the inherent joy of expanding one’s connection to the divine.

4. No Need for Suffering

In a universe without duality, there would be no concept of suffering as we know it. Suffering, in the current human experience, often arises from the perception of separation—whether from God, from others, or from ourselves. In this new universe, suffering would have no reason to exist because there would be no perception of being disconnected from the divine or from one another.

Rather than seeking meaning in the face of hardship, creatures would experience a constant flow of peace, joy, and understanding. Spiritual growth would be a natural process, like the blooming of a flower, without the need for trials, tribulations, or darkness to catalyze transformation.

5. Creatures as Expressions of the Divine

Without the division between God and creation, all creatures would be seen as direct expressions of God, with each being embodying a unique facet of the divine. Spiritual evolution would be less about individuals achieving enlightenment and more about the continuous unfolding of divine expression through each form of life. Each creature would be a reflection of the totality of God, contributing to the cosmic unity in its own special way.

For example, one creature might embody divine creativity, another divine love, and another divine wisdom. Their evolution would be an ongoing deepening of their connection to these divine qualities. The entire universe would function as a vast, interconnected web of divine expressions, with each part working in harmony to maintain the unity of the whole.

6. The Role of Time

In a universe without separation from God, time might also behave differently. Since there would be no struggle or need for progress through opposition, the experience of time might be cyclical or non-linear. Rather than evolving in a straight line toward a future goal, creatures might experience existence as a series of unfolding moments, all eternally present. There would be no “beginning” or “end” in the traditional sense—only an eternal now where spiritual evolution is happening continuously in the present moment.

7. Collective Spiritual Evolution

Without separation, collective spiritual evolution would also play a significant role. Beings in such a universe wouldn’t evolve alone; their spiritual development would be intertwined with the development of all other creatures. There would be no hierarchy of souls or levels of enlightenment; instead, all beings would grow together, contributing to the overall spiritual maturity of the universe. This could manifest as a collective consciousness—one that encompasses all creatures in an ever-deepening awareness of oneness.

In this unified system, the concept of “individual” would still exist but would be understood as a unique expression of the divine within the larger whole. Each creature would have the freedom to express their individuality, but this expression would always serve the greater purpose of collective unity.

8. No Need for Moral Development

Without duality, the need for moral development as we know it would not be necessary. Beings would not need to distinguish between right and wrong in order to evolve spiritually because all their actions would be inherently aligned with the divine will. They would naturally act with compassion, kindness, and love, as these qualities are part of their very essence. The growth of spiritual wisdom would come from expanding one’s capacity to express these divine qualities in increasingly complex and beautiful ways.

Conclusion: Spiritual Evolution in a Universe Without Separation

In a universe where there is no separation from God, creatures would evolve spiritually not through conflict or overcoming challenges, but through the natural unfolding of their divine potential. Without duality, there would be no “good” and “evil,” no light and darkness. Instead, growth would be marked by deeper and deeper expressions of love, creativity, and wisdom, as all beings move in harmony with the divine flow of existence.

Without suffering or the need for moral decision-making, spiritual evolution would become a celebration of unity, each creature contributing to the greater whole in unique and beautiful ways. The question of whether we could achieve such a universe remains open, but it invites us to consider the possibility of an existence that evolves not through struggle, but through pure alignment with divine oneness.