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Sri Aurobindo distinguishes between what he terms the ‘intermediate zone’ and a number of intermediate stages in the development of consciousness. The distinction is important. The intermediate zone is a transitional phase as the normal human mind-life-body begins to experience the influx of ... Views: 331
We generally rely on the information provided by our senses to understand the world we live in. This information, however, is subject to misperception and misinterpretation, leading us to vastly distort the truth of what we ‘know’. For countless years, most of humanity believed that the sun ... Views: 361
The Hebrew word for “letter,” "ot," also means “sign” or “wonder” or “miracle.” For thousands of years, Jewish sages have taught that the letters of the Hebrew alphabet, the Aleph Beit, embody wonderful and miraculous powers. According to the earliest known book on Jewish mysticism, "The Sefer ... Views: 1780
In Naimisharanya (UP, INDIA) a dialogue was going on between Suta and Shaunak Rishi. After hearing the stories of divine sports of all Avatars Shaunak Muni yearning to know more about Jnana or Divine Wisdom asked a question to Maharshi Lomharshak’s son Shri Sutaji: O Lord! You have so far ... Views: 2885
The Luminosity of Your “Sparkling Soul”
Perhaps you, like many, have heard the old familiar proverb that “The eyes are the window to the soul” which is really nothing new; however, I am taking it one step further to say that the heart must then be the doorway. Since we are living during ... Views: 2997
What exactly is an “archetype”? It’s a question I needed an answer to so I could have a way to explain it to others. I had a strong intuitive sense of it, through my direct experience of working with archetypal energies, but I could not for the life of me explain it to anyone else.
A collage ... Views: 1954
Imagine if you had been given a gift -- a magic wand of sorts --and you were told that you could use this wand at any time to create what you wanted in life. How much would you pay for such a gift? What would you be willing to sacrifice to get it? Now, what if I told you that this gift was ... Views: 1267
Ordinarily in the arena of Sadhana or spiritual practice external rituals are mimicked and whenever someone imbibes these external rites in his daily life, a group of people tend to follow in his footsteps. Since hidden sentiments behind these symbols, soul purification and disciplines of true ... Views: 835
After recently studying cranial sacral work, I had this insight into the symbolism of the Mayan God Kukulkan, the mystical feathered serpent, and how that is reflected in our actual physiology.
Since ancient times the serpent has been a potent symbol for primal life force energy or chi. The ... Views: 3755
Bhuka Bijumiro-Jjumiro
In my book, “Spiritual Science for Adult Beginners,” I gave an in-depth precise definition of Mysticism. For the sake of the reader, I will put it forth:
The Science of the Soul or Spirituality also known as Mysticism (not Mystery) is the study of the Spirit ... Views: 1705
" The eyes of the soul cannot be seen. But they are known by intuition. According to the sensibility and purity of the heart "
The Spirit is vast and infinite. The totality of its life is inspired by the existing fullness of Divine Love. Therefore, its nature flows by the light of peace, ... Views: 927
“Income inequality” has been a popular topic in the news lately. Some say that those who make more money should give to those who have less to “even the playing field.”
From the standpoint of karma and reincarnation, there is no such thing as inequality. Life is not supposed offer equal ... Views: 1614
Wherever you go today, there will be some sign of New Age. From books and magazines to music, whole shops dedicated to various paraphernalia and seminars or conventions; every town, every city and a huge part of the internet will have something involving the New Age Movement. But what is it all ... Views: 1252
THE NIGHT OF HALLOWEEN
Twas the night of Halloween and all through the house,
My loved ones were sleeping, my son and my spouse.
The candles were lit on my altar with care,
In hopes that great spirits soon would be there.
My boys were all cozy and snug in their beds,
While visions of ... Views: 1063
Known as number mysticism in ancient times, numerology is one of many forms of divination, and one of our favorites.
Our long-term experience shows us that pattern recognition using hundreds of indicators is the best way to reliably interpret personal fate and personality. But you can get a ... Views: 617
From a superficial perspective it is virtually impossible to understand the development of consciousness from Matter to Life, and from Life to Mind, and beyond. We now recognize that our beliefs and actions are conditioned by factors unseen and essentially unknown to us. C. G. Jung described the ... Views: 340
The most overlooked quality that makes or breaks your love life is not bad luck, but personal timing.
We’re not referring to trying to time the beginning of a relationship for success, such as planning a wedding on the day of a New Moon. Our findings tell us that other forces, such as an ... Views: 1299
Quetzalcoatl, the Plumed Serpent,” played a dominant role as a god, model, myth, historical figure and symbol in ancient Mexican consciousness of Aztecs, Mayans and other cultures. He was an hombre-dios (”man-god”), who incarnated on earth, to bring spirit and matter into ... Views: 4425
I have been wearing rudraksha seeds around my neck since the early 1970s. Most people have no idea of the power that these sacred seeds contain. To even gaze upon rudraksha, brings a spiritual blessing! The Dahli Lama and a very large faction of India’s holy men wear them. Why? What am I ... Views: 3195
Many times we consult a psychic
to choose a name for us. Sometimes this could be for the naming of a baby, a
business or undergo a name change. A name gives off a vibe. Sometimes a name
can help pave the way to change the energy in one’s life.
It would ... Views: 763
Its theory, practice and super-cosmic consciousness.
Mysticism or Spirituality which often times is also called by different other names such a Spiritual Science, Path of the Saints or Path of the Masters is divided into:
i- Theory
ii- Practice and
iii- Infinite Beingness or Super-cosmic ... Views: 1356
The conventional notion of predetermination suggests you have no control over your personal fate. However, our findings show you have complete control over it, though in a way different than you may think.
“Nothing happens at random, but everything for a reason and by necessity.”
Greek ... Views: 1116
When you are speaking in reference to the psychology of the psychic readings then you must fully understand psychic. This term is brought to us from the Greek word Psychikos which means soul and it also means of the mind. When this word is used it is in reference to the human psyche or human ... Views: 1823
There are a huge range of tarot spreads available for use by people who read the cards. Spreads are important to a successful reading because they help to give a proper interpretation to the cards that are drawn and how they relate to each other.
The tarot spreads that are most common fall ... Views: 2022
More than 2000 years ago, the concept of karma was clearly defined in Buddhist teachings and Hindu texts such as the Mahabharata: Karma is inextricably linked to reincarnation and a person’s actions dictate the circumstances in his future lives. The concept is straightforward without much ... Views: 305
More than 2000 years ago, the concept of karma was clearly defined in Buddhist teachings and Hindu texts such as the Mahabharata: Karma is inextricably linked to reincarnation and a person’s actions dictate the circumstances in his future lives. The concept is straightforward without much ... Views: 322
More than 2000 years ago, the concept of karma was clearly defined in Buddhist teachings and Hindu texts such as the Mahabharata: Karma is inextricably linked to reincarnation and a person’s actions dictate the circumstances in his future lives. The concept is straightforward without much ... Views: 358
We are all connected. A tragedy such as this is proof that though we may not know any of those who have passed personally (or their family members and friends), the experience nonetheless hits a core in all of us.
Death — especially one of this magnitude — awakens the fragility of life. Most ... Views: 2059
This article is an excerpt from "The Sacred Center" and taken from the website www.innertraditions.com
Chapter 1
Finding the Center
Contemplating the Navel of the Earth
The center of the human body, halfway up and halfway down its front, is the navel. For this reason, and because it was ... Views: 1151
Part-10: Sequence Bound Modifications – Mystery of Sequential Occurrence in Universe
1.0 The phrase ‘Sequence Bound Modifications’ coined by Acharya Kanji Swami, recently, happens to be an important subject. It is a mysterious and revolutionary topic, which is in the light of spiritual and ... Views: 740
Seeking visions has been a part of what has been called a “spiritual journey” by countless individuals around the world throughout history and in all religious and spiritual traditions. The “vision quest” is a well known and accepted activity among seekers. Christian mystics, for instance, chose ... Views: 342
Whether or not you believe descendants of black slaves in the USA should receive reparations as compensation for that terrible time in US history, there's no denying the generations of abuse and mistreatment they endured. In this article we're not going to debate the issue, but look at the ... Views: 821
The Sufi Experience, a new book by Sharon Marcus, is a provocative journey into the mysteries and mysticism of Sufism.
Sharon Marcus identifies the inner contemplation and mystical traditions of her Sufi path as common property to all the major religions, while their goal and destination lie ... Views: 1503
The Survival of Consciousness.
By Else Byskov, M.A. & B.A., author.
It is now close to three decades since Raymond Moody’s groundbreaking book “Life After Life” was published, and during the years since its publication serious research into the phenomenon of the near-death experience ... Views: 2764
Although based on ancient roots, modern American Spiritualism began as late as 1848, with two young sisters, only 11 and 8 years old at the time, claiming to hear rapping noises and consequently working out complex codes and implementing them to contact and communicate with beings from the ... Views: 900
You’ve probably come across love life promotions such as, “Hey, vulnerable, uninformed, desperately lonely person, find your soul mate in 30 days or less and delude yourself that you two are even moderately compatible because anyone is better than no one. It’s such a terrible thing to be single, ... Views: 1129
Many people are unsure of what astrology really is. Astrology is the study of the planets and how they influence the lives of people. It describes our potential, not our fate. Astrology deals with patterns that are seen frequently in our lives. It interprets our personality traits, life events ... Views: 1493
Praying, as it is done today, whether it is done by people of traditional faiths or those who don’t subscribe to organized religion, isn’t always enough, by itself.
It’s commonplace to essentially sit quietly and ask God (or whomever you pray to) for what you want. Granted, a lot of this ... Views: 924
Spiritual guides are helpful entities on the other side. But there are some things you need to know to avoid trouble.
We base our advice on empirical evidence through regular meditation and other spiritual disciplines and practices, like past life regression and spiritual detox, since the ... Views: 1168
We’ve encountered many myths about psychic readings over the years. It’s not surprising there’s so much misinformation and fiction related to metaphysical readings; sometimes the practitioners are to blame.
Below are twelve psychic myths based on our over 30 years of experience with the ... Views: 948
The Truth of Your Sparkling Soul: Sitting at the Gazebo
While sitting at the gazebo you may notice that time stands still. It is a moment that transcends the confines of time as you know it. You can lose yourself in the sunshine from its warmth as the light breeze in the air provides you with ... Views: 775
I like to say I see, hear, or feel into the "other" world every day. I haven't had too many miraculous "Visions"in my life, but I did see two suns in the sky very clearly. I saw them two times, within months of each other, only in Los Angeles driving 60 mph on the freeway!
I met a ... Views: 2293
With the 1973 film release of Enter the Dragon, film-goers were treated to an experience that created a seismic shift in the world of cinema that spawned a craze for all things Kung Fu, and a new film hero named Bruce Lee was born. A relative unknown in western cinema, Lee was already enjoying ... Views: 1548
Some people are sceptical about online psychics because they are used to having face to face readings with a psychic. There is no reason to doubt the ability of a psychic to be able to connect spiritually over the internet because online psychics can use their psychic ability in every ... Views: 1826
Mediumship can teach us to see and understand things which we cannot see, feel, touch, hear or taste. It teaches us that there are essentially other senses that we can tap into and use to understand our world, our feelings, and the way we react to things. Sometimes we have not got a clue why we ... Views: 1739
We tend to take for granted the feelings, emotions, ideas, thoughts, creative impulses, imaginations, insights, inspirations and intuitions we experience. We do not generally try to find out the source of these things, or how they come to be known to or experienced by us. We treat our bodies as ... Views: 462
The zero point Field and how psychics use it is not easily understood, but it is a very interesting concept. The first thing that you need to know in order to understand this concept is that whenever all energies are removed there is will still be one energy that remains. This would be the Zero ... Views: 2939
If you've been doing somatic education for any period of time - or any form of education for that matter -- you've observed periods when your clients (or students) appear to have lost comprehension of your instructions. In fact, there have probably been periods either during sessions or during ... Views: 1291
Great saints of high stature consciousness sometimes incarnate on earth with a special mission in mind. Whenever they appear they give self glory to innumerable people. Whoever contacts these great saints understand their multifaceted aspects. If we imbibe even a little of their teaching in our ... Views: 1080