Basically,
arrogance is an inferior attitude masking as superiority. Inferiority
or superiority complexes are both egoic expressions. The human ego
often wishes the Self to appear what it is not. Even if we knew a lot,
if we have read a thousand books, studied under countless Gurus, have
permanent contact with a Cosmic Master, experienced a 1001 delights and
terrors, meditate constantly, possess the world, or are powerful in
some psychic way, it still does not give us a reason to egoically
compare others with ourselves, or to judge them--by seeing others as
inferior to us, by labelling them as bad, low, and vile. Many so-called
spiritual teachers still do this. They criticize and condemn others
without realizing that, spiritually speaking, there is no separation
between others and themselves. What we see in others also lies below
the conscious threshold within ourselves; what we do to others, we also
do to ourselves, what we think of others, we also think of ourselves.
What another is doing in the present we may well have done so ourselves
in the past or perhaps will do so in the future. There is no need for
judgment but a lot of need of mercy, understanding, and tolerance.
Essentially, a spiritual being will not indulge in the judgment of
dualistic concepts and the relativistic opposites such as good and bad,
right and wrong, rich and poor, strong and weak, etc. These things are
reconciled or transcended by the mage. St. Paul once said that if we
owned the world and all powers and gifts of the spirit but lack love we
were nothing. This is felt by all true spiritual teachers and
practitioners.
Metaphysics
should not be confused with the paranormal nor with parapsychology. The
paranormal and parapsychology are simply aspects of metaphysics--using
the term in its broadest sense..
In regards to metaphysical
experiences we should keep in mind that metaphysics encompasses the two
basic divisions of psychicism and mysticism, thaumaturgy and theurgy.
Experiences in both fields may be considered "metaphysical," however, a
psychic experience is dissimilar to a mystical one, and vice versa. One
relates to the perception of events occurring in the lower planes or
dimensions, the other to spiritual Self-awareness and the expansion of
the consciousness encompassing the Whole.
As
can be understood from the above, metaphysics has a transcendent value.
It caters to both the physical and spiritual aspects of man.
Metaphysics begins where traditional psychology leaves off, it goes
where dogmatic religion is afraid to go, it extents further than
mainstream science is able to reach with its laboratory
equipment--although we must admit that many technological advances have
been made in this direction, most of which have not yet been made
available to the general public for reasons of censure. The release of
such technology would dethrone the powers that seek to enslave the
world and the Dark forces are trying very hard to prevent humanity from
being empowered.
One
of the misconceptions regarding metaphysics is that it is unscientific
and based upon superstitious ideas. This is not in our experience.
Metaphysics is scientific, rational, empirical and pragmatic, or it
could indeed well be "superstitious" depending on one's attitude,
beliefs, and manner of approach, or how one would like it to be. This
might seem as a paradox and yet it may be reconciled. We liberate our
minds or impose limitations upon it by our beliefs and attitudes, and
by those limitations we circumscribe our mental and spiritual growth.
Our beliefs and attitudes form our basic interpretation of Reality. If
a thing is of value, because of prejudice we will not see it. We will
see what we want to see, and refuse to see what we refuse to see.
Metaphysics
may be approached in various ways. If one has a background in
mathematics, one's approach would be mathematical. If one has a
psychological background one would naturally approach it from a
psychological standpoint. And if one simply believes or disbelieves in
metaphysical principles then the result would be in accordance to that
mental condition. For instance, if we disbelieve that man may go to the
moon we would not exert effort to putting him there. If we believe that
we are doomed to failure we would never motivate ourselves to work for
success. This concept relates to how we form our own personal
experiences in life, our own personal reality. Intrinsically, however,
personal opinions do not affect the natural laws operating in our
universe. We may discount the reality of gravity, for instance, and yet
the law still functions in our everyday experience. The same goes with
the other natural laws like karma and reincarnation. Belief or
disbelief in them will not affect their existence and operation. Just
because these laws are not mentioned by prophets and written about in
Holy Scriptures do not nullify their activity. Come to think of it, many scientific natural laws are not mentioned in Holy Writ, does this prove their non-existence?
Though
certain aspects of metaphysics may be considered to be speculative, as
it deals with the Ultimate Reality, the First Cause, creation, and
ontology or the nature of being--what interests us is the application
of its principles and direction of Cosmic laws in everyday life. The
worth of a science lies in its value, relevancy, and applicability in
everyday living. If it is inefficient in aiding humanity to create
abundance, peace, health, etc., then it is impractical and worthless.
Some people have this kind of misconception concerning metaphysics,
they believe that metaphysics is impractical, too abstract, or that it
violates natural law and hence, religion; however, the opposite is
true. Metaphysics and its principles work in harmony with Cosmic laws
and is extremely practical. Applied Metaphysics, as differentiated from
Speculative Metaphysics, is wholly practical and essential to daily
life. It empowers us with the tools and knowledge necessary to achieve
a successful and fulfilled life.
Though
the art and science of metaphysics is still in its infancy compared to
what lies ahead, there is enough teachings, techniques and systems to
assist us live a fruitful, productive and creative life in accord with
the Divine Will. The more we know and understand, the more wisdom we
possess, the more motivated, focused and confident we are--the more
chances we have of fulfilling our mission in life.
There
is an on-going electromagnetic regeneration occurring in our solar
system in our present "time-period." The present interaction and
interfacing of energy fields in the part of our galaxy that our solar
system is entering are causing the transformation of worlds and all
beings connected to them in an evolutionary manner. Electromagnetic
energies radiating from power centers in multi-dimensional universes
are affecting and transforming everything in its path or field of
influence. These energies induce and impel all beings to rise in their
awareness level. They stimulate Man and Nature to form a new
relationship based on trust and healthy cooperation. St Francis of
Assisi was a pioneer and a model for us in this regard. This friar
considered all beings--trees and animals, included--as his brothers and
sisters.
The
transformations that are currently occurring politically and socially
in the world are just a few of the physical effects of the cosmic
bombardment of these energy rays. Changes will occur at every level
lifting humanity to a new state of being, to a higher level of divine
expression. The transmutational process currently operating is
represented by the Water Bearer-the sign of Aquarius, and the Aquarian
Age. The water flowing from the vessel represents the energies flowing
from the Mental, Buddhic and Atmic realms. These are just some of the
higher dimensions operating above the personality level. Collectively,
these three dimensions are represented by the pail held by the Water
Bearer from whence these energies flow, and the Water Bearer as the
Higher Christ Self within each individual.
The
New Age or the Aquarian Age can be interpreted as the "second-coming"
of Christ, for His sign (Aquarius) shall appear or is appearing in the
sky in an astronomical sense; he "appears" in the clouds or energies of
the New Age, and every eye shall "see" him--that is, feel his influence.
How
can we appreciate the value of metaphysics? It takes careful study and
analysis with a non-prejudicial mind before a true evaluation can be
made of any science or thing. Metaphysics is of no exception. The
problem is that too many people have preconceived the nature of
metaphysics without having investigated the matter. Some consider it as
the science of Lucifer or other such nonsense. All knowledge is
essentially neutral in nature. Nothing is good or bad in itself. We
attribute a thing as good or bad, right or wrong from the standpoint of
our own moral standards or preference and this is constantly changing
in consonance with the level of our spiritual awareness.
Metaphysical
teachings help us in various ways. It teaches us the existence of the
many Cosmic laws operating in the universe and how these laws function
in the world of beings. If understanding just a simple Cosmic law like
karma helps one to correct misconceptions and alleviate our struggles,
and relieve certain psychological pain, can you imagine how the
awareness and understanding of a dozen Cosmic laws would help improve
the quality and value of one's life? It should be realized that if a
person were to cry out in pain to God for an explanation to all of her
problems and excruciating experiences, and that if she were confused
and at a loss of knowing how to react or respond to certain situations,
then it should be known that there are possible errors in that person's
philosophy of life, in that person's understanding of the functions and
laws of the universe, and the purpose of life, or of the person's
personal mission. Since one's philosophy of life is associated with
one's cultural and religious beliefs, then those beliefs should be
looked into for possible false notions and dogmatic errors that do not
reflect the workings of Nature.
True
religion brings joy, bliss, understanding and wisdom to the heart, and
is scientifically inclined. If it does not do so, and if it simply
causes one to believe a thing without offering personal determination
of its truth through experience, knowledge and understanding then it
may be seen as a diversion from the true spiritual path. We state
emphatically here that to be religious is not synonymous to being
spiritual. A spiritual person may be religious, but a religious person
is not always spiritual. A spiritual person knows whereas a religious
person simply possesses faith, which at times may be expressed blindly
in the condition called fanaticism.
In
metaphysics we develop power, intelligence and wisdom. Wisdom is a
blend of knowledge, understanding, and experience directed by the
buddhic principle of love--unconditional love. It is thinking with the
heart and feeling with the mind. This distinguishes the higher
metaphysical development of spirituality from the lower metaphysical
unfoldment of psychicism. In a lower metaphysical development we may
solely possess psychic ability or power but no wisdom and understanding
to use it. We unfold in an unbalanced way. When power exceeds the
wisdom to apply it, the seeds of self-destruction is inherent and might
be the probable outcome. Advanced metaphysicians have all three aspects
of divinity in full development or unfolding in a balanced and
harmonious way, these three are: the aspects of love/wisdom,
power/will, and intelligence/activity.
The
more Cosmic laws and truths we apprehend with our souls and apply in
our every day lives, the more spiritual, divine, and powerful we
become. The more we purify ourselves from all the dross and toxins in
our energy-structures, and the more we liberate ourselves from
preconceived human mortal limitations, the more we are able to access
divine energies and express our divinity, or our divine attributes. We
are able to manifest our Christ Self. The term "Christ Self" should be
understood as a component within the microcosm, or Man--both visible
and invisible, and as the True Self functioning at a certain
consciousness level beyond personality functions and expressions. In
metaphysics Christ is not conceived as a historical person but rather
understood from a mystical and mythical standpoint. Christ is often
apprehended as a state of awareness of man functioning at a spiritual
level. This is real power: the power derived from one's own spiritual
knowing, awareness and being. Most of the so-called powers claimed by
some psychics are borrowed from disembodied entities and are basically
illusory and impermanent. Such temporal and borrowed powers in the end
may seek to control and obsess the person using them. This is one
reason that one should be aware of the dangers in psychicism before
embarking upon its development. It is always safer to first develop
true spirituality and the taming of the false ego. The injunction is to
first seek the kingdom of God that all things shall be added unto us.
In
metaphysics we come to learn of many teachings of Cosmic laws and
principles that aid us to deal with life, to master our lower self and
express all that is divine in us. This is true mastery. The word Master
does not mean being able to control Nature or others, it is the ability
to effectively work in cooperation with Her and with our fellow man in
creating harmony, peace, and abundance in our world, in our shared
reality, in our conjoined dream. Real Masters are those who have
mastered the animalistic and humanistic elements of their being and are
now expressing their god-hood. Cosmic or Ascended Masters do not
generally consider themselves as Masters for they realize that they
themselves are in a state of learning. Such is their humility.
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