This document discusses the nature and purpose of beginnings in creative works. It notes that beginnings are man-made and secular, marking the first step in the creative process where the author intends to create meaning. Beginnings carry weight and can influence readers beyond the work itself. The document provides examples of common beginnings used to introduce, set the scene, grab attention, or set up patterns. It acknowledges that beginnings are artificial and one can start a story anywhere, providing examples of opening lines from famous works. It concludes with quotes discussing how beginnings are also endings that allow new understandings and explorations.