Metaphysical Development & Disciplines Part 2

One of the most important metaphysical state tosecluded place several days or weeks at a time to
acquire is tranquility. Without calmness and serenity itconduct metaphysical exercises.25) Take several
is impossible to carry out most of the otherbreaks in the course of the day to attune yourself
metaphysical exercises or to establish a bridgewith the Cosmic forces and the Divine Mind. This will
between the lower and higher aspects of thenot only recharge your batteries but also clear your
microcosm. Tranquility is developed through restingmind, inspire and awaken your creativity.26) Cultivate
the mind, body and emotions in the meditative state.humor. Do not take yourself
In Buddhism this form of meditation is called samatha.seriously.MeditationMeditation as one of the most
Another form of meditation often associated withimportant practice in spiritual culture is to be found in
samatha is vipassana, or insight meditation. This isall religions. There are many systems and forms of
basically an introspective exercise where one strivesmeditations with varied goals and purposes. Mahayana
to develop insight into one's real nature. When theand Tantrayana or Vajrayana Buddhism offer an
goals of samatha and vipassana are reached oneexcellent array of systems of meditation that serve
acquires the state of bodhicitta--an enlighten mind.Oursouls functioning at various evolutionary stages. The
metaphysical development are marked by certainmany esoteric practices of yoga, such as Kriya yoga
planetary initiations given in higher realms by theand Lama yoga likewise are wonderful practices of
Spiritual Hierarchy. These initiations stabilize the newmeditation that promotes soul-development. Western
plane of consciousness and frequency-level attainedand Taoist alchemy, although complex, provide
as a result of spiritual evolutionary progress. Theseinteresting forms of meditations that regenerates
initiations also afford us a certain degree of spiritualand accelerates the body's basic frequency. The Sufi,
power. There are 9 planetary initiations that concernsChristian, and Kabbalic tradition are replete with their
humanity's spiritual development into divine god-hood.own forms of meditation that are most helpful in
Along the Spiritual Path, the average person firstattaining the spiritual goal. When the Master Jesus
aspires to perfection. This is the stage of "thetold us not to pray in public buildings as hypocrites
Aspirant." When prepared mentally and spiritually to awould but to seclude ourselves up in our personal
certain degree the Aspirant is then accepted as arooms and close the door, he was in fact referring to
disciple by a Spiritual Master. The Path of Discipleshipmeditation. Our "room" is our consciousness and the
takes one through the initiations step by step. In the"door" is our objective senses that channel external
first initiation he is regarded as a Christ-childimpressions or stimuli. These senses should be closed
newly-born. In the second and third initiation the(Pratyahara) so that our awareness may be focused
Christ-child gradually matures. In the fourth initiation,upon a higher level where the Spirit (Father)
esoterically called the "Crucifixion," the unfoldingdwells:"And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as
human soul attains liberation from samsara, or thethe hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in
cycles of birth and rebirth. Here he acquires the titlethe synagogues and in the corners of the streets,
of Arhat, Wali, or Saint. Human perfection is attainedthat they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto
in the fifth initiation where one becomes a "Master."you, They have their reward. But thou, when thou
The experience of the ascension is acquired in theprayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast
sixth initiation. At present, little is known of theshut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret;
seventh, eighth, and ninth initiations.Metaphysicaland thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward
DisciplinesBelow we present some invaluable principles,thee openly. " (Matthew 6:5-6)We may undertake
disciplines, and practices that would not only raisemeditation for lesser goals such as health,
one's awareness and vibratory frequency, but alsoovercoming negative emotions, stress-management,
form the basis of the unfoldment of divine virtuesetc., but always keep in mind the higher purposes of
and powers, and anchor spiritual aspects of themeditation. One of the prime objective of the
microcosm into the physical/etheric force-field. Whendiscipline is to anchor the Divine Consciousness into
the ultimate goal of these disciplines are reached orthe lower principles of the microcosm. This is an
attained man will no longer be man, he will become aaspect of the "unio mystica," or the "mystical union"
god, a divine being, a Son or Daughter of theas termed by Christian mystics. It is the marriage
Supreme Being. It has long been proclaimed bybetween Man and God. Others call it "Cosmic
Christian evangelists that the Kingdom of God is atConsciousness," or "Samadhi." The mystical union is
hand. Nowadays we hear that the Aquarian Age orthe manifesting of the New Jerusalem, the "abode of
the Golden Age is at hand. Nothing has essentiallypeace" in our minds and hearts. Effects of this divine
changed. It is the same message that the Higherawareness is the "liberation" from the cycles of birth
Intelligences ruling the Omniverse wishes to conveyand rebirth, and the attaining of "Nirvana"--the
to humanity. Waiting for the Kingdom of God or the"blowing-out" or the transcendence of the false
Golden Age to appear is not dependent upon time inego.Meditation causes changes in the physiological and
any way. It is not a future event but a state ofpsychological functions. It alters one's awareness and
consciousness. One will never enter heaven or thereleases certain chemicals and hormones that relaxes
glories of the New Age by waiting. Passivity will notand regenerates the whole psycho-biological system.
help man to attain the state or condition that heMeditation causes an attunement between the higher
longs for. Man reaches the peak of attainment byand lower aspects of the microcosm as it builds the
striving, by personal effort, by moving along with the"antahkarana" or the "golden bridge" that unites the
evolutionary current. The way has long been showntwo. One's basic frequency is raised during meditation
by mystics and Spiritual Masters. It is up to us toand this facilitates metaphysical communication
follow in their footsteps. Spiritual disciplines can bethrough telepathic means. Meditation also raises one's
considered as the vehicle that would transport us tointelligence, one's I.Q., E.Q., and S.Q. In more advanced
the spiritual goal, to the promised land flowing withforms of meditation, the kundalini energy is raised
milk and honey. Below are some precepts andfrom the base of the spine to the head to meet the
disciplines helpful in the spiritual life:1) Try avoiding thedown-pouring of the Shivaic forces emanating from
use of the word "I" in everyday speech. Do notthe higher aspects of the Soul.The Mayan Calendar
emphasize the lower self in any way. Instead ofSolar GlyphsThe ancient Mayans have bequeathed to
saying, "I like this," say "This is nice." By putting thisour generation an interesting technology that may be
discipline into action we eventually displace the lowerutilized as a system of scrying or meditation. This is
ego with the power and influence of the Higher Self.the Calendar Solar Glyphs. It is unknown, however, if
We would gradually express self-surrender andit was actually used for meditation. Modern occultists
self-sacrifice and acquire group-consciousness wherehave found, notwithstanding, that it facilitates
the Great SELF is perceived in all.2) Imagine, feel, andsoul-awareness.The Mayans are a mystery to
know that everyone you meet, that every creaturearcheologists and scholars alike. Their technological
you come across, that every plant or spirit thatdevelopment in astronomy is truly amazing. Their
appears before you is an expression of God--thatcalendar-system is more advanced than any of our
God is present in every one. Remember themodern developments in that area. Where and how
teachings of the Master Jesus: he taught that if wedid they acquire their knowledge? According to
harmed, hurt or did something to another we also didOccult tradition, the Mayans as well as most of the
it to him. Every true Master feels this way; theirother American-Indian tribes came from the lost
identification with All That Is is so complete that theycontinent of Atlantis. This legendary (now gradually
feel the emotions and thoughts of others as theirproving to be historical) continent, or perhaps
own.3) In conjunction with the above practice, doarchipelago, said to have submerged into the ocean
not forget to maintain a constant awareness thatdepths over twelve thousand years ago, developed
your very essence is of God, that in fact you are ana highly advanced technological civilization. It is
embodied Christ or Buddha. See the world throughbelieved that they even developed space-travel and
the eyes of an enlightened, compassionate being.interacted with beings from other solar systems and
Minimize unnecessary thoughts and feelings whenevergalaxies. Time-travel and inter-dimensional travel are
possible. However, just maintain an awareness of thesupposed to be some of the occult technologies
divine presence within you.4) Cease filling the physical,possessed and kept secret by the Atlantean
emotional, and mental bodies with negative energiespriesthood. Were some of these secrets
and substances. Do not smoke, drink alcohol,handed-down to the Mayans? Why and how did the
consume narcotics or drugs. Gradually become aMayans vanish from the face of the Earth without a
vegetarian. Avoid foods and beverages that containtrace? Did they utilize their secret technologies to
chemicals, preservatives, etc. Processed and cookedshift to a parallel world or to a different dimension?
foods are bad for the physical system. EmotionallyOr perhaps much more plausible, did they build cities
and mentally speaking, change every negativeunderground miles below the earth where they may
thoughts and feelings into their polar opposite.still be living today? We can only speculate.What
Whenever a negative feeling emerges quicklyinterest us at this present time is the twenty solar
transmute it. For instance, when you begin to feelglyphs that they left us. These glyphs are part of
anger, calm yourself down and feel peace by recallingtheir calendar system. Recently, occultists have
your true identity as a divine spark of God.5) We dodiscovered that these glyphs represent powerful
not own anything. Realize that it is impossible to ownCosmic energies and that these energies may be
anything, so therefore renounce possessiveness. Weaccessed by meditating upon them. It may be
are not able to own ourselves, what more otherpossible that the Mayans physically ascended to a
people or earthly goods. Everything comes fromhigher plane as a result of the utilization of these
Nature and goes back to Her at Her own pleasure.6)symbols during meditation and through their other
Make sure that every word that passes your lipsundiscovered technology--as far-fetched as this may
goes through the three gates of truth, kindness andsound. These glyphs represent stages of soul-growth
necessity.7) Fill your minds with divine thoughts andand the lessons that we have to learn at each level;
assume divine attitudes (see article on Divinehowever, we are personally unable at present to
thinking).8) Discern what is Real from what is false.determine how these solar glyphs relate to the
Do not be attached to the false, illusionary,Mayans lunar-based calendar, for lack of information.
ephemeral objects and conditions in life. Always lookBelow we offer instructions on how to use these
for the Real, the essence underlying all things, beglyphs as a practical system of meditation.Generally,
attracted and attached to that. It is permanent,we should choose the glyph to meditate with
unchangeable, infinite, and boundless. It's nature isaccording to order, that is, beginning with glyph No. 1,
bliss.9) Serve others. Forget the wants and desires ofImix, However, you may if you wish, choose the
the false ego. Be a willing instrument of the Divineglyph that you intuitively feel attracted to, or the one
Will.10) Always give thanks for what you have, forthat resonates the most with your spiritual
the life within you, for your life on earth, for theconsciousness at this present time. Your choice of
varied experiences that Life offers you, or for anyglyph will change as time goes by in accordance to
other reason that you can think of.11) Maintainyour spiritual development, and emotional/mental
cleanliness physically and spiritually. Keep your homes,needs. Meditate constantly with one of the glyphs
offices, cities, country and world tidy and in order. Byuntil you feel ready to move on to the next or
doing so we emulate the Creator.12) Be graceful andanother glyph. These symbols are keys that open
harmless in everything that you say and do.13)Cosmic portals where spiritual energies may be
Express unconditional love and affection to thoseaccessed. By meditating upon any one of them you
around you without being overly attached tobegin invoking their energies. Be aware that energies
them.14) While bathing imagine yourself beingare alive and possesses consciousness of some sort.
cleansed by a powerful white light.15) Study theDuring meditation upon these glyphs you may begin
precepts of the Saints, Avatars, and Mystics to beinteracting telepathically with them. Do not fear when
found in all Holy Scriptures.16) Do not live in the pastthis happens. Start communicating and ask questions
or the future, live in the now.17) Constantly affirmrelevant to your spiritual development, your life, and
the following:"I AM EVERYWHERE IN THEyour well-being. Since the energies of these solar
CONSCIOUSNESS OF GOD AND GOD ISglyphs are powerful, we caution you not to be
EVERYWHERE IN MY CONSCIOUSNESS."And"I ANDover-stimulated by meditating excessively upon them.
MY FATHER ARE ONE, I AND MY MOTHER AREDo not meditate on these images for more than ten
ONE."18) Before falling asleep direct your attentionminutes.Begin by sitting in the meditative pose. Relax
and thoughts to the highest possible level.19) Jotyour mind, body and emotions. Do some deep
down all of the psychic and spiritual experiences thatbreathing and then focus upon one of the glyphs
you may have.20) Engage in spiritual study,given below, holding and visualizing it in the mind in its
meditation, occult disciplines, and physical exercises.given color for not more than ten minutes, and using
This will help transmute sexual energy into a higherthe name of the glyphs as mantras; and then
form needed to fuel and activate dormant brainreleasing their image and resting your attention upon
centers.21) Refrain from watching too much televisionthe Silence, the Emptiness, the inner space of the
and movies or reading trashy novels, or involvingsoul for another ten minutes or so, awaiting
oneself in senseless gossip.22) Connect with Nature.impressions, activations, healings, and the balancing of
Go to the mountains, the seas, the woodlands andthe energies within the lower principles of the
attune your consciousness with them. Walk barefoot,microcosm. Those of the magickal traditions, might
absorb the Earth energies, breathe in the vitalized airwant to scry and use the glyphs as portals to
and bathe in the sun rays.23) Socialize with those ofdifferent realities. The "Sign of the Enterer" may be
similar spiritual interests; exchange ideas; support andused for this. Below is a table of the glyphs and their
encourage others that their faith in the spiritual pathgeneral purposes.
may be strengthened.24) Periodically, retreat to a