a) Let it (motion) divide the waters (fluid momentum) from the waters (solid matter).

b) A firmament in the midst aka mind formed as center (ones perception) of surrounding (all perceivable).

is this firmament still there?

Only within firm/form a ment/mind/memory can one shape questions.

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