This song seemingly tackles the methods of deception those who manipulate others use to get victims to follow their demands, as well as diverting attention away from important issues. They'll also use it as a means to convince people to hate or kill others by pretending acts of terrorism were committed by the enemy when the acts themselves were done by the masters of control to promote discrimination and hate. It also reinforces the idea that these manipulative forces operate in various locations, infiltrating everyday life without detection, and propagate any and everywhere.
In general, it highlights the danger of hidden agendas, manipulation, and distraction, serving as a critique of those who exploit chaos and confusion to control and gain power, depicting a cautionary tale against falling into their traps. It encourages us to question the narratives presented to us and remain vigilant against manipulation in various parts of society.
The sublime destroys
The boundaries of finiteness,
Yet this phenomenon
Is seen by the self
Not as an act of destruction,
But rather,
As a kind of elevation
And liberation.
For it is in the feeling of infinitude
Which it now discovers
Within itself
That it may enjoy
A new experience,
Within its own boundlessness.
The boundaries of finiteness,
Yet this phenomenon
Is seen by the self
Not as an act of destruction,
But rather,
As a kind of elevation
And liberation.
For it is in the feeling of infinitude
Which it now discovers
Within itself
That it may enjoy
A new experience,
Within its own boundlessness.
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Its been said before, but 12:97:24:99 someone simplifies to 11:11. I just it was interesting to note that they believers of the 11:11 religion, worshipers, whatever you want to call them believe that at the end of the world, 11:11 will appear in fire in the sky. Can't remember where I found that, but I specifically remember that piece of information.
That's why I think its placed where it is on the CD, right before "The End of All Things to Come." It just fits perfectly.
As for the translated lyrics, I think it ties into the song that follows it. They seem to be talking about destroying the world not to be destructive but to start over and create something mroe wonderful. To do this, you need to change the way you think and expand your boundaries, or something to that effect.
Sorry, a lot of this stuff goes over my head.
Also to add, I'm pretty sure its eleven seconds of silence and not twelve. I know its not that big of a deal (oooh! a second!) but it ties in better with being eleven.