393 - Wheels Within Wheels: The Universe as a Symbol
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May 13, 2025
Delve into the fascinating symbolism within the vision of Ezekiel's wheels and the significance of cosmic unity. Explore the interplay of masculine and feminine energies, challenging traditional ideas of activity and passivity. Discover how various symbols, from pyramids to Christmas trees, reveal a profound interconnectedness in existence. The discussion emphasizes the duality of spiritual ascent and the complex relationships between the divine and earthly realms, illustrating the rich tapestry of symbolic meaning across cultures.
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True vs. False Hierarchies
Symbolic hierarchies can be true or false depending on their purpose and alignment.
The Nebuchadnezzar statue illustrates a false hierarchy using the same symbols as true sacred orders.
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Context Defines Symbol Meaning
Gold symbolizes highest holiness or false idolatry depending on context.
Symbol meaning depends on its purpose, emphasizing the importance of symbolic context.
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Virtue in Pride Becomes Sin
Every symbolic level can represent ascent to God or distance from God based on orientation.
A virtue exercised in pride becomes a sin, building false idols within oneself.
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In this excerpt from the second lecture of the Symbolism Masterclass, I take you deeper than ever into one of the most powerful and mysterious patterns that underlies the cosmos. We explore the strange vision of Ezekiel, the meaning of the cosmic wheel, and how seemingly distant symbols—from pyramids to Christmas trees—are revealing the same fundamental structure.
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SYMBOLISM MASTERCLASS Join me this April for the Symbolism Masterclass, a 6-week deep dive into the essentials of symbolic thinking. Over 18 immersive hours, I'll guide you through the framework behind everything I've explored in 500+ videos—from heaven and earth to dragons, fairies, kings, conspiracies, Darwin, the Bible, and beyond. 🗓 Dates: Live classes every Wednesday at 1-4 PM Central / 2-5 PM Eastern time: 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28 ⏰ Class Length: 3 hours each session 💰 Cost: $175 (Patrons at the Involved tier or higher qualify for 10% off)
Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Symbolism Masterclass 02:45 Fractal Symbolism and Hierarchies 06:05 The Nebuchadnezzar Statue and False Hierarchies 09:02 The Role of Gold in Symbolism 11:51 Understanding Context in Symbolism 15:10 The Tabernacle and Hierarchical Structures 18:01 The Wheel as a Symbol of Unity 20:58 Dante's Representation of Heaven and Earth 23:50 The Spiral Structure of Reality 26:56 The Cosmic Wheel and Its Implications 29:54 The Interconnectedness of All Things 33:08 Ezekiel's Vision and the Infinite Structure
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