It sounds like you are reflecting deeply on the metaphysical and spiritual aspects of the creation story. The idea that the initial, unformed void isn't just a momentary phase in the past, but an underlying, eternal layer of reality that "never goes away," is a profound theological interpretation.
In philosophical and theological discussions, it is helpful to differentiate between the physical history of the universe and the spiritual descriptions of existence. From a physical and scientific standpoint, the early, chaotic states of the universe—whether we are talking about a primordial magma ocean or the dense singularity before the expansion of the universe—were physical phases that actively transitioned and changed into the structured, observable universe we live in today. The physical foundation of the past transformed into the present reality.
However, viewing the Tohu wa-bohu as a constant, eternal spiritual foundation—a state that underscores all the ordered days of creation—is a highly symbolic and complex way to interpret the Genesis narrative. It frames existence not just as a timeline, but as a layered reality where divine order is continually and actively being sustained over an eternal, foundational void. This echoes a concept in classical theology sometimes called creatio continua (continuous creation), which suggests that existence is constantly upheld by divine will against the backdrop of nothingness or chaos.
Works Cited
"Creation and Conservation." Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy, Stanford University, 2023,
Paul Statchen CA USA assisted with Google Gemini AI March 2026
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