Chinese and Taoist alchemy are explained in terms of the yin and yang principles. This is the concept of the Tao (The One) divided into two principles. The Tao is the Absolute Oneness that underlies all duality. Yin was lead and yang was mercury. The transcendental union lay beyond all duality, which is called the Middle Way by the Buddhists. Keep in mind that these are code words. My intent is simply to remind us that there are external and internal alchemy practices.
European alchemy and its practice was hidden, secret and in time eventually exposed. Practical knowledge about the elixir was symbolized by the Tree of Knowledge, which also represent duality, good and evil. If the knowledge is misused, it can kill you. Knowledge is to be used for the sake of the Good. Ego must stay out of true knowledge.
To put things into perspective, remember that in ancient times only seven basic metals were known: copper, silver, gold, mercury, lead, iron and antimony (greenness).
Researchers who are fascinated by this subject feel that they are unlocking the most potent and mysterious form of matter capable of producing real magic, an elixir of immortality. What you think?
Have a peaceful and thoughtful weekend. Return on Monday
Friday, November 13, 2009
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Secret Codes
Everything that is hidden from the masses is written in symbolic language, secret codes. So, please keep in mind that this subject is vastly more complicated than what is being shared on this blog. Codes tie in with the practice of both Indian and Chinese alchemy of external work and internal breath work. So, why am I even bothering mentioning this subject? I enjoy research and am always attempting to understand how we arrived at this point of our soul evolution after once experiencing an original and forgotten pristine nature. The whole purpose of Indian alchemy was to 'pierce' the veil of spiritual ignorance so that matter could recover its true Nature and become capable of reflecting a high consciousness. Piercing is called Veda. In the original Indian and Chinese traditions, the emphasis was not upon the transmutation of ordinary metals into gold. The metals are symbolic veils and the true science of alchemy transcends ordinary chemistry and physics, neither of which fully recognize the conscious properties of matter.
When a seeker becomes a seer, a Siddha, an awakened being, it is possible to literally see the subtle currents of conscious energy in matter and in the environment. It is also seen as the substance behind physical life and nature. This is piercing the veil of spiritual ignorance. The Siddhas who I agree with were involved with the total transformation of the individual on all levels: spiritual, mental and physical into a godlike cosmic being. This is taking the image of God to its logical extreme. One becomes the creator, destroyer and enjoyer of all things.
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When a seeker becomes a seer, a Siddha, an awakened being, it is possible to literally see the subtle currents of conscious energy in matter and in the environment. It is also seen as the substance behind physical life and nature. This is piercing the veil of spiritual ignorance. The Siddhas who I agree with were involved with the total transformation of the individual on all levels: spiritual, mental and physical into a godlike cosmic being. This is taking the image of God to its logical extreme. One becomes the creator, destroyer and enjoyer of all things.
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Wednesday, November 11, 2009
The Ancients and Alchemy
The Vedic myths tell us that churning the ocean of consciousness produces the nectar of immortality. Let's think about this statement. True, it could benefit science but what about consciousness? Alchemy is related to various gums in alchemical texts. As the Bible and other scriptural sources state, fallen or descended angels gave the 'secret' knowledge to the humans living thousands of years ago. Since early written history, man has craved gold and still does. It was chemistry that the ancients were referring to, advanced technology, which they judged as the real power.
So, who were these advanced technician-scientists? Could they be the same ones I have talked about before, the Annunaki, the sons of Anu who landed in Sumeria promising, controlling, experimenting with the existing DNA of the two legged people who lived during that long ago time? If they arranged everything, they possibly could not be the visitors, the Elohim, mentioned in the Bible but intelligence not from our planet. Both the Elohim and the Annunaki had intercourse with the existing species for upgrading purposes. Of course, all that has been written is based upon historical speculation. For instance, the ancients never gave the initiated anything important in the way of esoteric knowledge, only minimal useful teaching. We must exercise discernment on this subject and be very careful what we accept that has been handed down publicly. Those who have the inner wisdom knowledge and spiritual visions understand that there is a philosophic Gold, which is neither wet or dry. It is radiant celestial Light.
In India, alchemy means the science of mercury or the science of the elixir. The word Siddha means a 'perfected one'. The Hindu alchemist associates superhuman powers and bodily immortality with a virtual identification with the godhead. The conclusion of the Vedic leaders was that soma, nectar, is an actual alchemical or metallurgical allergoy. Their purpose was to produce gold and other precious metals for ornamental and trade purposes. In all frankness, they wrote of health, longevity and spiritual immortality in the one Rig Vedic hymn. They wrote about a hermetically sealed soma vessel. But the Vedic soma has a metallurgical basis. Both in Vedic and Western alchemy, gold was an important ingredient in the production of this bread, which could also be a drink. They wrote that three bindus, drops of different colors, were units of desire, white, mixed, and red. And these drops are compared to moon, sun and fire.
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So, who were these advanced technician-scientists? Could they be the same ones I have talked about before, the Annunaki, the sons of Anu who landed in Sumeria promising, controlling, experimenting with the existing DNA of the two legged people who lived during that long ago time? If they arranged everything, they possibly could not be the visitors, the Elohim, mentioned in the Bible but intelligence not from our planet. Both the Elohim and the Annunaki had intercourse with the existing species for upgrading purposes. Of course, all that has been written is based upon historical speculation. For instance, the ancients never gave the initiated anything important in the way of esoteric knowledge, only minimal useful teaching. We must exercise discernment on this subject and be very careful what we accept that has been handed down publicly. Those who have the inner wisdom knowledge and spiritual visions understand that there is a philosophic Gold, which is neither wet or dry. It is radiant celestial Light.
In India, alchemy means the science of mercury or the science of the elixir. The word Siddha means a 'perfected one'. The Hindu alchemist associates superhuman powers and bodily immortality with a virtual identification with the godhead. The conclusion of the Vedic leaders was that soma, nectar, is an actual alchemical or metallurgical allergoy. Their purpose was to produce gold and other precious metals for ornamental and trade purposes. In all frankness, they wrote of health, longevity and spiritual immortality in the one Rig Vedic hymn. They wrote about a hermetically sealed soma vessel. But the Vedic soma has a metallurgical basis. Both in Vedic and Western alchemy, gold was an important ingredient in the production of this bread, which could also be a drink. They wrote that three bindus, drops of different colors, were units of desire, white, mixed, and red. And these drops are compared to moon, sun and fire.
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Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Mysterious Elixir
I try and write five times a week and enjoy sharing different subjects of interest. Time passes so quickly that it is not always possible to take time out for blogging. I do wish to finish this particular subject so I will contine this week. During the crusades, the interest in alchemy began again in Europe but only in secret societies. Many seekers assumed this secret wisdom was of spiritual importance. What it was is a precursor for modern-day chemistry, metallurgy and the medical profession, involving the prescription of drugs.
The last-known alchemical practitioner was Sir Isaac Newton who was famous for his scientific groundwork for classical mechanics, or universal laws of motion. With the advent of modern chemistry and physics, the practice of alchemy largely died out. The idea that metals can be transformed into a fabulous elixir, capable of rendering the soul immortal and transmuting base metals into gold and eating and drinking the nectar is now viewed by most people as a misguided myth. All this aside, it would be wonderful if there was a product that would bring beneficial results to a physical body quickly and easily. People who suffer rarely have the time or energy to focus on becoming an immortal. They are having enough difficulty attempting to keep their physical body, human emotions and thoughts peaceful.
The belief and practice that pervaded the ancient world from China to India to Egypt and later Europe and the Western World claims that divine men, descending angels or the gods walking on the earth in predawn history of the human race instructed certain living people at that time as to how to make a mysterious elixir, the food of the gods. It could be eaten as dry or a drink. Powers could be attained from the mixture, not the kind of mystical powers assumed by the masses but, the power of technology. It was called the white sulfur, the white gold, and the fascinating and the highly sought manna from heaven. The Egyptians were thought of having a secret science of stone making. Researchers insinuate that the Egyptians had a secret white bread. The power of the metals were known by Osiris and Moses. The secret language, which they used to describe this manna, was really a code for the metals: gold, silver, mercury and copper. There are mixed messages or interpretations of what the mysterious elixir really is.
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The last-known alchemical practitioner was Sir Isaac Newton who was famous for his scientific groundwork for classical mechanics, or universal laws of motion. With the advent of modern chemistry and physics, the practice of alchemy largely died out. The idea that metals can be transformed into a fabulous elixir, capable of rendering the soul immortal and transmuting base metals into gold and eating and drinking the nectar is now viewed by most people as a misguided myth. All this aside, it would be wonderful if there was a product that would bring beneficial results to a physical body quickly and easily. People who suffer rarely have the time or energy to focus on becoming an immortal. They are having enough difficulty attempting to keep their physical body, human emotions and thoughts peaceful.
The belief and practice that pervaded the ancient world from China to India to Egypt and later Europe and the Western World claims that divine men, descending angels or the gods walking on the earth in predawn history of the human race instructed certain living people at that time as to how to make a mysterious elixir, the food of the gods. It could be eaten as dry or a drink. Powers could be attained from the mixture, not the kind of mystical powers assumed by the masses but, the power of technology. It was called the white sulfur, the white gold, and the fascinating and the highly sought manna from heaven. The Egyptians were thought of having a secret science of stone making. Researchers insinuate that the Egyptians had a secret white bread. The power of the metals were known by Osiris and Moses. The secret language, which they used to describe this manna, was really a code for the metals: gold, silver, mercury and copper. There are mixed messages or interpretations of what the mysterious elixir really is.
More....
Friday, November 6, 2009
Secrets
The parties were interested in a secret process to produce a spiritualized form of matter which could be ingested. They felt that by ingesting the powder they would be privy to enormous power. Because the ancient rulers were viewed as embodiments of God on earth, their authority ultimately rested on their spiritual powers. They believed the various metallurgical elixirs would enhance the spiritual power of the ruling classes and they could remain in tune with the cosmic forces that rule the universe. Everything was kept secret so they would retain authority over the masses. To do that, they used symbolism and veiled language.
The Greeks had always been jealous of the secret wisdom possessed by the Egyptians whom they considered masters of philosophy, architecture, stone masonry and other disciplines. In the third century BC, the Greeks took charge of Egypt and did everything to seek out Egyptian secrets. There was tremendous excitement during those days because the Ptolemy's established the Great Library of Alexandria. Scholars came from India and the new empire to the Great Library to study the ancient secrets.
This was the first time secret knowledge was put on public display with the blessings of the Greek-Egyptian pharoahs. They wished to revive the secret wisdom of the greatness of Egypt. Greek, Arabic and Hebrew scholars came to the library to study alchemy. Eventually, the Hellenistic empire fell and Rome took over destroying the Great Library at Alexandria through a series of fires. Although alchemy was largely forgotten, it survived in Arabic countries and in certain Jewish communities.
More on Monday...Have a healthy, safe and happy weekend!
The Greeks had always been jealous of the secret wisdom possessed by the Egyptians whom they considered masters of philosophy, architecture, stone masonry and other disciplines. In the third century BC, the Greeks took charge of Egypt and did everything to seek out Egyptian secrets. There was tremendous excitement during those days because the Ptolemy's established the Great Library of Alexandria. Scholars came from India and the new empire to the Great Library to study the ancient secrets.
This was the first time secret knowledge was put on public display with the blessings of the Greek-Egyptian pharoahs. They wished to revive the secret wisdom of the greatness of Egypt. Greek, Arabic and Hebrew scholars came to the library to study alchemy. Eventually, the Hellenistic empire fell and Rome took over destroying the Great Library at Alexandria through a series of fires. Although alchemy was largely forgotten, it survived in Arabic countries and in certain Jewish communities.
More on Monday...Have a healthy, safe and happy weekend!
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Matter versus Spirit
Where I have a different focus from the ancients is in my lack of interest in matter, the metals, that the ancients felt were so necessary for enlightenment and immortality of the soul. The European alchemists commonly referred to this spiritualized form of the metals as the Philosopher's Stone. It really wasn't a stone: it was an elixir (powder) produced from metals. They sought the elixir not so much for spiritual purposes as for monetary ones...transmuting base metals into gold. This was the attitude and intent of the European alchemists.
In contrast, the ancient traditions existing thousands of years earlier sought the elixir for immortality. They desired to transmute mortality into immortality and referred to the powder as the food of the gods, food for the soul. They claimed that the elixir had the potential to purify the body, mind and soul so that the initiate would become a fit receptacle for spiritual enlightenment. This does sound like an easier, smoother and much quicker means than the normal struggle of self-discipline, nutrition, mastery, faith, trust, patience, contemplation and healing of the subconscious garbage that is necessary to remove in today's way of thinking.
The craftsmen who practiced stone masonry and metallurgy kept secrets through hereditary traditions often involving initiatory rites. In ancient Egypt, all of the mines were owned by the royal families and operated under the supervision of the priesthood. Certain metals were considered a sacred science. It was the law of the Egyptians that nobody must divulge these things in writing. The precious metals: gold, silver, copper, antimony, iron, lead and mercury symbolized the 7 planets that they knew about, the 7 divine mountains and this knowledge added secular power to the priesthood and the royal families. To secure positions of power, the elite ruling classes kept strict control over the mining, production and refinement of metals.
(If you would like to read yesterday's post, click on the title listed below)
In contrast, the ancient traditions existing thousands of years earlier sought the elixir for immortality. They desired to transmute mortality into immortality and referred to the powder as the food of the gods, food for the soul. They claimed that the elixir had the potential to purify the body, mind and soul so that the initiate would become a fit receptacle for spiritual enlightenment. This does sound like an easier, smoother and much quicker means than the normal struggle of self-discipline, nutrition, mastery, faith, trust, patience, contemplation and healing of the subconscious garbage that is necessary to remove in today's way of thinking.
The craftsmen who practiced stone masonry and metallurgy kept secrets through hereditary traditions often involving initiatory rites. In ancient Egypt, all of the mines were owned by the royal families and operated under the supervision of the priesthood. Certain metals were considered a sacred science. It was the law of the Egyptians that nobody must divulge these things in writing. The precious metals: gold, silver, copper, antimony, iron, lead and mercury symbolized the 7 planets that they knew about, the 7 divine mountains and this knowledge added secular power to the priesthood and the royal families. To secure positions of power, the elite ruling classes kept strict control over the mining, production and refinement of metals.
(If you would like to read yesterday's post, click on the title listed below)
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
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