

Alchemy 01 The Elements in Spiritual Growth
40 snips Mar 17, 2012
Dive into the fascinating realm of spiritual growth as ancient philosophies reveal how the five elements serve as transformative tools. Uncover the connection between sexual and emotional energy and the significance of understanding karma in our spiritual journeys. Explore meditation and mantra practices that can invigorate your spiritual motivation while contrasting the inner self with ego perceptions of suffering. Finally, contemplate the philosophical implications of time and how our brain interprets its flow.
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Spiritual Growth Defined
- True spiritual growth is about empowering your innermost self (Atman, Chesed, inner Buddha).
- It's about establishing a connection with this inner being, not focusing on the terrestrial self.
Elements as Allegories
- The elements (space, air, fire, water, earth) are not literal but allegorical representations of inner forces.
- These forces exist within us and in all of nature, across different levels of subtlety.
Evolution Through Elements
- Consciousness unfolds through the elements, starting as simple sparks in nature, evolving into plants and animals.
- Over eons, we develop into humanoids, carrying a connection to these elemental origins.