Esotericism in Metaphysics
By: Luxamore
Nature holds bountiful undiscovered-as-yet secrets for humanity.
Normally, we seek to unveil them through scientific means--through
our laboratory equipment, processes and methodologies; however,
the conventional, material methods of probing into Nature’s
treasure storehouse may only take us to a certain point beyond
which it is difficult for three-dimensional apparatuses to record,
and the physical senses and mind to follow and apprehend. And yet,
humanity unconsciously feel that it is possible to wrest from
Nature her many hidden arcana or esoteric secrets, laws and
principles. Could it be that we are investigating the more subtle
aspects of Nature through the wrong approach, through the wrong
channels and processes? Could it be that we are being misled by
our senses in regards to our perception and conception of time,
space, and matter and that paradigm shifts from the old
Corpernican, Newtonian and Einsteinian models are required in
order to break through scientific humps? There are many brave
scientists who are working out this problem to the ridicule of
their more orthodox colleagues.
In order for Man and the Universe to be understood as well as all
the phenomena that occurs therein, it is necessary to consider the
so-called "abstract" and "occult" principles that was once in the
domain of Magick, Religion and Philosophy--and this should be
conducted in a scientific, systematic, rational and metaphysical
manner. If Science is to discover the Ultimate Truth, it must not
neglect its investigations into the subtle realms. By claiming
that these realms or soul-phenomena do not exist for they cannot
be perceived by the objective senses or monitored by instruments
is prejudicial and scientifically irrational, as there are many
things that we are unable to directly perceive and was once
undetectable by instruments--things such as electromagnetic
energies, certain gases, cosmic rays, etc. By restricting its
probing and search for the Ultimate First Cause solely in the
physical plane Science does itself an injustice, for life here and
physical phenomena are simply a fragment of a whole. Our senses
only perceive a limited range of phenomena in the energy-spectrum.
Scientific devices may only extend our range of perception a
little further and aid us to record a little bit more. What is
beyond our perception vibrates in astronomical frequencies. What
we are unable to detect physically may well exist beyond the range
of our senses; some spiritual realities may even exist way beyond
the perception of psychic senses. The investigation of Nature’s
more subtle aspects is not beyond the line of reason or scientific
analyses if several principles are taken into consideration:
1) The higher realities must be investigated through the higher
faculties of the soul, through a higher consciousness or through
an altered state of awareness;
2) That which is not perceived does not imply its non-existence,
even to the non-perception of "psychics."
3) That the diversities and inconsistencies of recorded paranormal
phenomena do not indicate their non-reality as it may well be that
the nature of the higher worlds reflects the influential
instability or fluctuations of the investigators mind, thoughts,
and feelings.
4) That the mind moulds reality, whether physical or non-physical
out of the energies of its environment and of itself.
5) That cosmic or natural laws with possible mathematical
formulation apply in the subtle realms as they apply here in the
physical.
6) That the linear time-space continuum may not apply in the
higher dimensions as they do here.
7) That the mind is not the sole faculty of knowing.
8) That some metaphysical phenomena go way beyond our earthly
concepts and the apprehension of the mind and are difficult to
explain through conventional language.
9) That metaphysical phenomenon is repeatable even in controlled
laboratory conditions should all the natural laws involved in the
phenomenon’s manifestation be taken into account.
Science is aware that the physical world as we perceive it is an
illusion and yet our senses delude us by informing us that it is
real with the "power to affect us in some way." If this is
considered to be a criterion for "reality" then the "imaginary"
worlds too are real for they likewise affect us in some manner, as
psychologists would undoubtedly concur. Metaphysically and
esoterically speaking, one vital question emerges for the student
of initiatory teachings: are the existences of these other
so-called imaginary worlds, these other "realities," part of the
"Gupta Vidya," the secret doctrine that spiritual preceptors
sought to reveal to humanity?
Gautama Buddha once referred to the amount of teachings that he
revealed to the world by comparing them with the few leaves of a
tree that he had clasped in his hand. The bountiful leaves, that
he pointed out, still clinging to the boughs of the tree
constituted that which was yet undisclosed to humanity. Several
centuries later, almost at the end of his exoteric ministry, the
Master Jesus said to his disciples that he had further teachings
to convey to them but that they were unprepared as yet for their
reception. Why? What were these advanced precepts? These secret
doctrines, if ever existed, are unrecorded in the New Testament.
They would have been an oral-tradition--teachings for the selected
few. Are these oral teachings still in existence or are they
"lost"? Are they perhaps preserved in the consciousness of the
Magi, the wise men of every ancient culture? Are they carefully
guarded in certain temples and underground vaults hidden from
prying eyes? Are they now being shouted from rooftops? Are they so
spiritually scientific in nature that men unprepared with the
proper spiritual and scientific training not able to fully grasp
their principles and significance? It takes a great mind to know
another; it also takes a great mind to understand the great
principles and laws of nature. In the early days of recorded
history only a few had attained to the desired level of mental and
spiritual development and were prepared to further unfold the
greatness necessary to grasp Nature’s hidden laws and principles.
How does one attain greatness, how does one become great enough to
apprehend the "higher" teachings that the spiritually enlightened
have to offer? We have always been advised by spiritual teachers
to walk with God; to tread the strait and narrow way or the
ancient path; challenged to go where angels dread; or to go where
no man (mortal) has gone before--in fact, esoterically being that
"lost" sheep in one of the parables of the Master Jesus; and yet,
most of us feel not up to the task. The one thing that prevents us
from progressing is fear--fear that has been instilled in us by
superstition, religious dogma, propaganda, and other false
teachings.
What is the nature of these occult principles and doctrines that
the spiritual teachers throughout the ages wished to convey to
humanity but had to withhold for the lack of "preparation" on the
part of man? Were these secret teachings eventually given out to
select persons who subsequently became the spiritual pioneers and
leaders, reformers, and prophets of future generations?
Life is a mystery, however, the more we partake of the higher
spiritual consciousness the more we come to understand this
"mystery of mysteries." This is the unveiling of the secrets of
the Egyptian goddess Isis who declared truthfully that no mortal
shall ever unveil her. Isis, as the personification of Nature, was
right: no man has ever or will ever unveil her to behold her naked
beauty. Only when the mortal mind--which is representative of
man--is displaced in favor of the immortal God-mind will we ever
come to be aware and understand All That Is, all that Isis, the
Divine Mother represents. Is this concept strange? The Bible
states that no man shall see God and live. Indeed, the spiritual
Masters tell us that no man shall see God and live--as men. The
experience of God’s Essence entails embodying all that God is, all
of His virtues, attributes, and consciousness. To truly understand
a thing we must become that thing. This is the law of Empathy or
Identification. This is what separates saints and prophets from
the Cosmic gods and masters, or men made perfect. Saints may lead
a pure and holy life, but by separating themselves from their
fellow men by secluding themselves and maintaining a consciousness
of duality, they do not advance to a higher spiritual awareness.
In order for their consciousness to be raised to a higher
evolutionary level, it is necessary for them to transcend all
dualistic opposites, illusions and errors in mortal thinking. This
we call "Divine Thinking." How shall this transition from
humanhood to godhood be accomplished? Spiritual teachers have
always been present on Earth to direct and help uplift humanity to
a higher level of consciousness and awareness. Teachers but point
the way. It is up to the aspirant or disciple to tread the Path
that leads to enlightenment and illumination.
In every religion there is an oral tradition--secret doctrines
given out to a few. These were called "esoteric teachings." The
few were privileged to receive these wisdom teachings because
their mental/spiritual capacity, and their morality far exceeded
those of the average person and were spiritualized enough to
comprehend and be receptive to abstract verities. The privileged
few, having duly prepared themselves spiritually, had eliminated
much of the egoistic tendencies that would cause them to misuse
and abuse sacred knowledge. These secret teachings empower one.
They give tremendous powers over the forces of Nature; this was
the reason for the careful guardianship by the forces of Light
over them. This is sometimes portrayed in classical myths as
dragons protecting gemstones or other treasures in its lair. In
esoteric teachings dragons often represent the wise, enlightened
man. In Hindu tradition, these men were the Nagas who lived in
their meditational caves and rock temples. They were called
dragons or serpents for their innate energy coiled at the base of
their spine, otherwise known as kundalini, were permanently raised
and wed to its higher counterpart in the crown chakra. This
counterpart is the dove, the Holy Ghost. The serpent is Shakti
while the dove is Shiva. About two thousand years ago the Master
Jesus admonished us to be as wise as the serpent and harmless as
the dove. Esoterically, he was telling us to stimulate kundalini
to ascend and to invite the dove of love, purity and the
Christ-Consciousness to descend. When kundalini meets her mate she
must crown him with the jewel that she ought to carry with her.
Those who are familiar with esoteric and occult concepts will
understand all that the above signifies. In ancient Egypt the
Pharoahs wore headresses or crowns with the serpent, the sacred "Uraeus"
protruding from the Ajna chakra, the etheric energy-center between
the eyebrows. In those days it was a prerequisite for candidates
to rulership to be spiritually enlightened before ascending the
throne; the candidates had to undergo spiritual training that
would prepare them for their exalted task; however, this practice
was later neglected and it subsequently caused the degeneration
and corruption not only of the Egyptian rulers but the priesthood
as well.
In bygone days, sacred knowledge concerning Man, Nature, the
Universe and God were taught in those institutions called the
Mystery Schools. In these temples of knowledge and wisdom the
candidates were initiated into the Ancient Wisdom that existed
long before the foundation of this world. Before such occult
teachings were taught the candidates had to undergo certain tests
and trials to prove their worthiness. When these tests were
successfully completed and certain trials overcome the candidates
were initiated into the sacred Mysteries of Life. They were taught
how to acquire the gnosis, or sacred knowledge through personal
soul-experience. The control of the forces within man was taught
to the novices by the Kheri-Hebs, the Hierophants, or Masters.
These accomplished beings also instructed the novices how the
subtle body of man may be exteriorized to experience the higher
dimensions. Many methods were used to accomplish this by the Wise
Ones such as the careful use of certain hallucinogens, hypnosis,
acoustics, concentration, etc. The King’s chamber of the Great
Pyramid was particularly used as an initiation portal into higher
worlds. The immortality of man and reincarnation were basic
principles in the sacred teachings of the Mystery Schools.
In the early days of our unrecorded history, the creator gods, the
Elohim, the Lords of Flame, walked with men in everyday life and
nurtured the divine spark within them. The Spiritual Elders gave
teachings to their disciples who eventually became the rulers of
civilizations. These enlightened rulers were the God-kings and
Priest-kings still talked about by students of occultism. They
inaugurated our fabled Golden Ages. What we would like to mention
here in passing is that these spiritual beings are back in
physical incarnation in our present era spreading metaphysical
teachings and a higher spiritual pragmatic Code of Life.
The higher laws and operations of Nature may be investigated
through the utilization of one’s soul-faculties. These inner
senses of the soul must first be awakened and unfolded to a
certain degree of efficiency before they may be safely applied.
Metaphysics teaches man the way to personal development, to
spiritual advancement, and occult unfoldment. Metaphysics broadly
understood, is the modern repository of the ancient and ageless
secret teachings. Its more sacred doctrines belong in the field of
esotericism. There is much to be studied in this field and it
offers something that Science, Philosophy and Religion when
pursued independently fail to provide--soul satisfaction.
Copyright © 2007 Luxamore
About the Author
Leonard Lee aka Luxamore
Metaphysical teacher, counseler, healer and merchant of
occult/magickal items of Indonesia.
Magickal
Items from Indonesia: talismans, mustika pearls, kerises, etc.
Magickal Bezoar Mustika Pearls from Indonesia.
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