( ɹǝʇʇɐɯ ǝɥʇ uo ƃuᴉpuɐʇsɹǝpun ɟo ɥɔɐoɹddɐ pǝʇɔᴉɹʇsǝɹun uɐ puɐ ssǝuuǝdo sǝɹınbǝɹ ǝɔuǝɥ
'sǝıɹɐpunoq ou ɥʇıʍ puıɯ ɐ ɟo ʇɔnpoɹd ɐ ʎןuo 'sısɐq ɔıɟıʇuǝıɔs ʎuɐ ɥʇıʍ sǝsuǝdsıp ʎɹoǝɥʇ ǝɥʇ )
Fractals are indescribably complex, thus amazingly mind boggling structures. In my
opinion, this statement applies also to both human body's complexity and the
look/appearance of the universe that has been discovered by mankind to date. By
explicating my theory I undertake not less, than to try drawing a parallel between the
above mentioned things with no claim of being exhaustive. Furthermore I will attempt to put
the theory in the perspective of science, religion and spirituality.
ScienceFractals -long before humanity discovered them- had been presenting themselves in
nature since the beginning of time. They can be found everywhere in nature. No matter
how deeply you attempt zooming in on "nature-made" things textures', they seemingly repeat
the same structure to infinity. This, on its own could be very interesting, but let's take it to another level by
leaving all boundaries behind, with an approach like that of many other theories about
universe and reality qould require. In the past years there have been published some
interesting articles of studies revealing the "insane" similarities between the mapped up
universe’s structure's that has been discovered so far and the upbuilding of human
nervous system.
It is strange, as well as very triggering to take some thought provoking journeys to cogitate till infinity and beyond on the topic.
A few examples to demonstrate the similarities between inborn textures/structures and fractals:
https://www.google.hu/se...fRAhUJd1AKHRxDAsAQsAQILACould our nervous systems be the host functioning as universes for other beings that we ar not aware of, as are not perceivable by our sensory organs?
- To answer this question with a definite "no", would request a massive ignorance to
see/realise how other theories that were not accepted at their era in the past, later
become -and still are- more than accepted in public awareness. Furthermore formulate
the basis of todays laws of physics' and other ultimately and universally accepted thin
in general, to date. A brilliant example here, can be the long ago debunked -but for long
and commonly accepted- Flat Earth model that is an archaic conception that was
invented by ancient cultures and later got refuted by the famous Italian thinker, physics
engineer, astrologer, mathematician Galileo Galilei. Galileo eventually got sent to the
inquisition for affirming that the Earth was a sphere. The government had declared it to
be flat and Galileo was obliged to abjure his error. This theory later, around the classical
period (6th century BC) got replaced by the most commonly known and widely accept
idea of spherical Earth in public awareness (first appeared in Greek philosophy by
Pythagoras), that creates a strong base to many nowadays used and valid applied
physics as well as most commonly accepted these days.
So let's answer the upper question with a pleasant yes, thus allowing ourselves to further
think about it. So much the more, as the way of thinking with no boundaries and "always
question everything" approach has always played a big role in history to reaching
ground braking discoveries in scientific world.
Macro vs. Micro: ‘Hypothetical Observable Universe’ looks uncannily similar to our own neurology:
http://hauntedskeptic.co...icaluniverse-vs-astr.png Similar Structural Patterns in Theoretical Astrophysics?:
http://hauntedskeptic.co...icaluniverse-vs-astr.png So further considering the theory by following suchlike boundless approach on the
matter, I reached the point to assume that existence, thus the structure of the
perceivable and yet not perceivable (both miniature and universe sized scales) reality for
humans, may look very similar to the appearance of Fractals. This very likely sound
extremely strange and unconceivable to many, yet may convey a possible answer to
those who are not refusing to take a trip to the endless worlds of freewheeling
ideas/thoughts.
The structure of existence (if there is any), thus the ceaselessly sprawling life as such,
could rightfully be a huge Fractal that endlessly turns back into self. This way providing an explanation for this unique, once and for all spoiled life that seemingly isn't willing to
stop for anything since it has come to this planet, or to many others too.
Yes many others,- I said. As according to this theory it is more than necessary to believe
that we are not alone in this huge playground -what we call universe- and only started to
scratch its surface. It may be hundreds of thousands of millions of universes like the one
in which we live. And our bodies (e.g. human nervous system), just like other inborn
things that show fractal-like structures, may host many of these universes that has not
been discovered by mankind, just like ours could be hosted by a much bigger organ that
we are yet not capable to understand, digest or absorb on this level of existence we are
experiencing and call Life. We probably simply have not developed receptors to
perceive these, and what we do not know or are capable of perceiving will simply be
nonexistent to us.
If, let's say our nervous systems are universes -as their appearance shows immense
similarities to the so far painted picture of the universe mapped up- may the neural hubs
be complete galaxies. This way they may host countless constellations or milky ways
that consist of numerous planets or other similar formulations from white dwarves to
black holes. The connection between neural hubs, AKA nervous linkages could
accordingly be worm holes, making it possible to neural impulses to travel between
"galaxies". This way functioning as shortcuts similarly to what we assume -and other
theories claim- of how possibly existing wormholes (if any) in the universe could behave.
If so, neural impulses could be conscious beings. We know incredibly little about our
own nervous system, its parts and their separate functions, neural impulses and the way
it all works together. Just as little we know of our universe, its boundaries, what it's
"made of", any forces occurring therein. As knowing so little of these, we mustn't practice
such narrow minded approach, neither should we be as frivolous as to close out any
immanent ideas and possibilities that this or other theories may convey. This theory
could perfectly get along/fit into other theories such as multiverse model, that presumes
the existence of parallel and multiple universes. I know it all seem to be very far off what
we claim to be our reality these days, but again just think of the above mentioned Flat
Earth theory instance, nobody back then could ever imagine Earth as a spherical shape
planet yet most of the people tend to believe it unconditionally nowadays. The paths of truth
seeking ideas -explaining existence, reality, universe- we can take these theories to, are
certainly endless. Almost anything can be just as possible as isn't. All a matter of
openness. Therefore I am asking you to leave all fears, pigheadedness, tunnel visioned
or narrow minded approach behind and try not to take these theories with a grain of
salt.
On the other hand to back up, strengthen this theory, would like to draw your attention
to a very interesting outcome of contemporary studies that focuses on the positive healing
effect of various type of psylocybines microdosage (DMT(dimethyltryptamine more
commonly known as Ayahuasca brew - in which the triggering substance is DMT),
Various Magic mushroom strains) on human brain and nervous system, that carries
negative imprints caused by unprocessed negative experiences from the past.
Microdosing of these substances under control provably helps eliminating symptoms of
bad, shocking experiences that an individual's nervous system was exposed to in the past. Studies proven that longer psylocybine microdosing therapies not only help to
eliminate negative imprints but can be as efficient as helping the individuals to leave all
symptoms behind once and for all. Personal experiences and experiments with the
above mentioned substances make me say with no doubt it works, hands down.
An other exciting fact that shouldn't escape our attention is the experience what one
goes through while tripping on psylocibines. Not only relying on many personal
experiences on the matter, but reading many trip reports, makes me say that, many
people experience quiet similar "worlds" on these trips, that can not simply be an
accident. These journeys while tripping might be trips to inner self and to those
universes my theory assumes to be hosted by many fractal-like structures, be it our
nervous systems, a plant or other inbound things or something much much bigger that
we can hardly imagine at this state and we might only be a tiny part of.
Neuron structures:
https://images.scienceda...0506102928_1_900x600.jpg ReligionReincarnation:
Reincarnation in its essence is a religious belief. Millions of people worldwide believe in reincarnation or cyclic rebirths model based on "transmigration" of the human soul from one physical body to another. The dictionary meaning of the word reincarnation is "coming back in the flesh". The process of reincarnation allegedly continues until the soul reaches its full maturity and perfection when it joins its source - God or the "Universal Soul".
Reincarnation is refuted by all the main Monotheistic religions. The assumable reason behind this could be that, it is against their basic teachings of a finite life for upon which the individual once be judged and rewarded accordingly. The issue here to implicate this concept into a Monoteistic religion view is that one can not be judget by his/her deeds living multiple lives. Hence the total rejection of it. Despite of being refuted by many Monotheistic teachings, the fact that still are so many traces can be found in numerous doctrines must not escape our attention.
Let's put some of them under the scope one by one, and see how these traces show their faces between the lines.
Reincarnation in Christianity:
When Jesus began his ministry, many people persumed that he was the reincarnation of one of the prophets. Some people wondered the same thing concerning John the Baptist. And even Jesus affirmed to his disciples that John the Baptist was indeed the reincarnation of the prophet Elijah. Throughout his ministry, Jesus taught people about the true resurrection - a spiritual rebirth within a living person. Thus, when Jesus stated that he was the resurrection and the life, he was teaching them a radical new principle. It was a rebirth of the spirit - not into a new body - as when we are born from our mother's womb - but a rebirth of our spirit within the body we now inhabit. Jesus was distinguishing between what was already believed in those days concerning the afterlife and a new teaching concerning a spiritual change within us that can lead to liberation. He was making a distinction between "the resurrection of the body" (returning to life from physical death) and "the resurrection of the spirit" (returning to life from spiritual death). As you will soon see, this confusion concerning Jesus teachings is documented in John 3 when Jesus had to explain to Nicodemus the difference between physical rebirth and spiritual rebirth.
The episode in the Bible where Jesus identified John the Baptist as the reincarnation of Elijah the prophet is one of the clearest statements which Jesus made concerning reincarnation.
"For all the prophets and the law have prophesied until John. And if you are willing to receive it, he is Elijah who was to come." (Matthew 11:13-14)
In the above passage, Jesus clearly identifies John the Baptist as the reincarnation of Elijah the prophet. Later in Matthew's gospel Jesus reiterates it.
"And the disciples asked him, saying, 'Why then do the scribes say that Elijah must come first?'
"But he answered them and said, 'Elijah indeed is to come and will restore all things. But I say to you that Elijah has come already, and they did not know him, but did to him whatever they wished. So also shall the Son of Man suffer at their hand.'
"Then the disciples understood that he had spoken of John the Baptist." (Matthew 17:10-13)
"Behold I will send you Elijah the prophet, before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the Lord." (Malachi 4:5)
The above Bible verse is one of the major Messianic promises from God that is found in the Bible. And these John is Elijah references clearly demonstrate the reality of reincarnation. So there are two important conclusions we can draw from this:
1. The Old Testament prophesied that Elijah himself - not someone like him or someone in the same ministry as him - but Elijah himself would return before the advent of the Messiah. (Malachi 4:5)
2. Jesus declared John to be Elijah when he stated that Elijah has come. (Matthew 17:10-13)
Now, based on the passages 1. and 2. alone, either 3. or 4. must be true:
3. John was the reincarnation of Elijah the Prophet; therefore, reincarnation must become once again a part of Judeo-Christian theology. It also means the current concept of resurrection - the "reanimation of corpses on judgment day" - can be discarded and replaced with "the reanimation of spiritually dead LIVING people." In other words, becoming "born again," or receiving "eternal life," or becoming free from the slavery of the birth-death-rebirth cycle. or ...
4. John the Baptist was not Elijah himself, meaning that Elijah himself had not returned. But if this is true, then we must conclude the following:
a. The Old Testament prophecy about Elijah returning before the advent of the Messiah failed to come to pass (meaning that Biblical prophecy is fallible), or...
b. Jesus was not the Messiah.
So based upon the above logic, only one of the following can be true:
(1) Reincarnation is a reality or...
(2) Jesus was not the Messiah or...
(3) Bible prophecies are not reliable.
But because Jesus' declaration of John as Elijah was overt and direct, then the only logical option is option (1) Reincarnation is a reality. Jesus explains in clear language that John is the reincarnation of Elijah
Skeptics of reincarnation like to quote the following Bible verse in an effort to refute Jesus' clear teaching of the reincarnation of Elijah as John the Baptist.
"And he [John the Baptist] will go on before the Lord, in the spirit and power of Elijah." (Luke 1:17)
Skeptics claim that the above Bible verse affirms John to be merely a prophet who performed the same ministryas Elijah - not that John was actually the reincarnation of Elijah. But this is not what the verse actually says. In fact, the verse gives a perfect definition of reincarnation: the return of a person's spirit and power into another body. It is the spirit and power that reincarnates. Therefore this verse clearly states that John the Baptist had the spirit and power of Elijah. And this is exactly what reincarnation means. It does not get much clearer than this.
Reincarnation in Buddhism:
A general misunderstanding of Buddhism exists today, especially in the notion of reincarnation. The common misunderstanding is that a person has led countless previous lives, usually as an animal, but somehow in this life he is born as a human being and in the next life he will be reborn as an animal, depending on the kind of life he has lived.
This misunderstanding arises because people usually do not know-how to read the sutras or sacred writings. It is said that the Buddha left 84,000 teachings; the symbolic figure represents the diverse backgrounds characteristics, tastes, etc. of the people. The Buddha taught according to the mental and spiritual capacity of each individual. For the simple village folks living during the time of the Buddha, the doctrine of reincarnation was a powerful moral lesson. Fear of birth into the animal world must have frightened many people from acting like animals in this life. If we take this teaching literally today we are confused because we cannot understand it rationally.
Herein lies our problem. A parable, when taken literally, does not make sense to the modern mind. Therefore we must learn to differentiate the parables and myths from actuality. However, if we learn to go beyond or transcend the parables and myths, we will be able to understand the truth.
People will say "If such is the case why not speak directly so that we will be able to come to an immediate grasp of the truth?" This statement is understandable, but truth is often inexpressible. [Ed comment: we as human beings are limited in understanding "Buddha Knowledge". We cannot speak TRUTH, only words ABOUT Truth] Thus, writers and teachers have often resorted to the language of the imagination to lead the reader from a lower to a higher truth. The doctrine of reincarnation is often understood in this light.
Traditionally, Buddhism teaches the existence of the ten realms of being. At the top is Buddha and the scale descends as follows: Bodhisattva (an enlightened being destined to be a Buddha, but purposely remaining on earth to teach others), Pratyeka Buddha (a Buddha for himself), Sravka (direct disciple of Buddha), heavenly beings (superhuman [angels?]), human beings, Asura (fighting spirits), beasts, Preta (hungry ghosts), and depraved men (hellish beings).
Now, these ten realms may be viewed as unfixed, nonobjective worlds, as mental and spiritual states of mind. These states of mind are created by men's thoughts, actions, and words. In other words, psychological states. These ten realms are "mutually immanent and mutually inclusive, each one having in it the remaining nine realms." For example, the realm of human beings has all the other nine states (from hell to Buddhahood). Man is at the same time capable of real selfishness, creating his own hell, or is truly compassionate, reflecting the compassion of Amida Buddha. Buddhas too have the other nine realms in their minds, for how can a Buddha possibly save those in hell if he himself does not identify with their suffering and guide them to enlightenment.
Reincarnation in Islam:
"When death comes to one of them, he says, "My Lord, send me back. I will then work righteousness in everything I left
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"They will say, "Our Lord, you have put us to death twice, and You gave us two lives; now we have confessed our sins. Is there any way out?" 40:11
"You have put us to death twice, and You gave us two lives"
"Use the provisions bestowed upon you by God to seek the abode of the Hereafter, without neglecting your SHARE in this world"28:77
"God provides for whomever He wills without limits" 24:38
By illuminating the theory from a religious perspective I venture as far as to presuming that all these incarnations that one experiences in every life what we go through in the cycle may be journeys in other universes we travel to. Be it a universe in our minds as a journey to inner self or one in outter space. Whereever these universes may be the journey to the infinite and unknown is granted for sure.
What if all these different experiences by reincarnation are trips to different universes within or may be outside of our body?
spiritualityMost spiritual teachings basis say we all are one and connect to one and other in an infinite way where there are no boundaries. In a way where space and time ceases to exist leaving all materialism behind allowing us to become one in a place where no things are tactile but sensible on mental and spiritual level of consciousness. To unite and to achieve the highest level of existence and consciousness in an elusive way. Not only we become one with one an other, but the whole universe of which we undeniably a part of and hence be a part of us. This way creating a never ending loop and cycle of connection and existence that lasts eternally.
Opposed to what many earth-bound/mundane -thinking people would assume, a lot of scientist who devoted his/her life to unravel and interpret the meaning of life and existence ended up finding him/her self in place where spirituality and science seemingly inevitably interweaves. Could it be an accident? I hardly doubt so, although reaching such conclusion certainly requires a kind of open and unlimited way of approach, as well as such experiences you can go through by not refusing the use of certain substances that were a big part of ancient rituals. Again -repeating myself- I hereby refer to psyihedelics that helps every or most individuals to experience a world he/she never seen before and reveals a world that differs a lot from what a person had called reality. On the other hand, once this so called "third eye" opens up, the world we see there looks somehow more or equally real to our tactile reality.
To those ultimately refuse trying such substances, I would like to draw their attentions to the fact, that reaching a high meditative state one can also get to reach likely interesting and exciting heights. It takes decades, a lifetime or may be more to develop such degree of meditating skills, like Yogis, Buddhist monks decide to leave all "modern life" behind for a higher "goal" (feedback to religion).
According to many spiritual teachers, all human beings are, in reality, spiritual beings on a human journey. We reincarnate as human beings in order to evolve as souls.
Our ultimate aim is to become fully conscious and capable as unique individual expressions of All That Is.
It is a long journey, but that’s okay because the soul is eternal, and so is the process of evolving.
On our way of evolving there are stages our souls have to go through, many says there is 5 main stages. There are a few theories that split the stages up differently to many other increments within them, some say there are seven making it 35 steps all together. For example, after completing the 7th level of the mature soul stage, the soul begins its next life as a 1st-level old soul.(see relevant chart below) The soul then undergoes the whole sequence of development as an old soul until finally it reaches 7th level. That is the final step – step 35, in the 35 steps of reincarnation proposed by the Michael teachings. The main concept remains the same although regardless the number of increments.
Let's see each main stage's purpose a bit more detailed
1. Infant souls focus on immediate survival needs. They flourish in simple environments close to nature, such as remote tribes or rural, pastoral settings. In the context of modern society, however, they can come across as uncivilised simpletons or yokels, and may even be deemed to be psychopathic or have some sort of developmental disorder. Psychologically, they are naive, impulsive and “pre-conventional”, acting on impulse or habit with little or no thought for consequences. Because they lack both social understanding and self-inhibition, they are capable of committing antisocial or immoral acts without any sense of wrongdoing. As such, they do not fit well within modern society and may end up in prison or in psychiatric units. While infant souls may lack the moral principles, social graces and cultural understanding of older souls, they are in a sense completely innocent, being without pretense or agenda.
2. Baby souls, in contrast to Infant souls, think a great deal about their actions. Their lives are about safety, security, structure and order — rigidly so. Both their beliefs and their actions are largely rule-bound, so they are often ultra-conservative, traditionalist, orthodox, upright, moralistic, religiously devout, and mindful of law and order. That said, they will occasionally give in to temptation, or a temper tantrum, and break the rules themselves — but then might find themselves tortured with guilt and shame. They come across to older souls as rather “square” – conscientious, conventional, conformist. Baby soul communities tend to be highly principled and civilised (think of the Amish or fundamental Christians). They are acutely aware of the rights and wrongs of people’s actions, including their own, though they have little insight into the motives behind them. Bad behaviour is sinful, and that’s that.
3. Young souls tend to be extravert, outward-bound, worldly, ambitious, materialistic, competitive, political, ambitious and individualistic. The main lesson for souls in the third stage of their evolvement has to do with exploring and expressing individuality, discovering the power of independence in thought, will and action. There is a strong desire to make a personal impact on the outer world, so the focus is very much outwards and with a lot of energy. At the same time, there is a strong tendency to compare oneself to others, evaluating self-worth in terms of “my” achievements relative to “their” achievements. This outward-bound, achievement-focused sense of self can lead to a determination to be a “winner” and to be seen to win. The danger is that the appearance of success can become more important than anything else, including even happiness. People in this stage are more ego-driven than personalities at any other soul age, keen to prove themselves in the world at large. They like to think for themselves, assert their own opinions, and follow their own agenda, with a certainty that their own way is by far the best way. What young souls do not quite recognize as yet is that all perspectives are equally valid. They are identified with their own perspective, feeling confident that theirs is the best way to see things. Young souls are acutely aware of their own goals and intentions but do not really question them. They are generally attracted to some form of worldly success — fame, fortune, power, glory. In fact, they are more fearful of death than souls at other stages, and those who aren’t sure about life after death may be anxious to make a big impact on the world stage – to create some kind of symbolic immortality for themselves.
4. Mature souls tend to be thoughtful, reflective and sincere within themselves, and sensitive and empathetic towards others. Psychologically, their awareness is no longer egocentric (in the sense of being limited to a single perspective), but capable of accommodating multiple perspectives. In fact, the self-serving ego comes to be seen as a problem, something to be overcome (though in reality it is more a case of incorporating it into a broader level of awareness). This tension between ego and ego-transcendence, or between having both a personal agenda and a desire to be more open and authentic, makes life much more complicated — sometimes overwhelmingly so. On the one hand, mature souls reject narrow-minded values. Yet on the other hand, they can empathize with whoever holds those same values. Fixed opinions are replaced by a sense of ever-shifting perspectives “It all depends on how you look at it”. This disappearance of solid ground kicks off a search for deeper meaning and self-understanding — whether through art, psychology, philosophy or spirituality. More than any at other soul stage, mature souls are likely to bond for life in a positive, loving, intimate partnership. It is a time for soul mates to get together and help each other work through their issues to create a mature, healthy relationship. At this level, love is generally experienced and expressed as appreciation and a genuine acceptance of the otherness of another. Politically, mature souls tend to be liberal and inclusive, and disapprove of narrow chauvinism. To younger souls, they can come across as bleeding-heart liberals. Inner conflict is common, as they tend to question everything including their own motives, and are prone to do a lot of soul-searching.
5. OId souls tend to exude some degree of depth, gravitas or wisdom that is quite unmistakable. Having moved beyond the conflicts of the mature soul, they are also lighter and have a sense of joyous freedom — the freedom to enjoy being very much in the world, but not of it. They are relatively calm, measured, untroubled and stable, unattached to social structures and cultural expectations, being sure of their own existence and inner strengths and their compassion for others. In the beginning stages of this stage, the soul will tend to focus on true self-expression and self-actualization, seeking experiences which provide personal fulfillment within life on the physical plane. The soul is not interested in success or fame so much as doing something it loves well, and finding inner satisfaction. They tend to go their own unique way in life, letting go and letting be, in a detached way that may seem very weird and eccentric to younger souls. Towards the end of the stage, there may be more of an emphasis on teaching rather than simply learning: passing on the lessons learnt, showing others the way. Many of the world’s great spiritual teachers are old souls. In this fifth and final cycle on the Earth plane, there is a more holistic perception of self, life and everything as part of a bigger picture. So while the mature soul comes to perceive others as its brothers and sisters, the old soul comes to perceive both self and others as integral parts of a greater whole, all unique yet all essential. In other words, the old soul comes to perceive every thing, every being, every moment, as part of one great tapestry. The issue now is how to relate to this united reality through one’s own being — how to be at peace with all of the conflicts, how to experience the harmony within all of the diversity. This involves recognising the validity of each being’s chosen path in life within the broader scheme of things. We are all part of the One, and yet we are many, each pursuing a different path. And no path is wrong. Hence the old soul motto: “You do your thing and I’ll do mine.”
By putting my theory in the light of spirituality I am assuming that these stages may be experiences that a person goes through in parallel universes be it in-, or outside our bodies. Knowing so little about universe, spirit and how it all connects together just makes it more easier to embrace these thoughts and make it much easier to accept. So much the more as the reason for having such little knowledge on each of these topics might be for the same reason.
Resources used:
christianity:
http://www.near-death.co...ation/history/bible.htmlbuddhism:
http://www.buddhanet.net...arning/reincarnation.htmhinduism:
https://www.himalayanaca...sics/karma-reincarnationislam:
http://www.quran-islam.o...es/reincarnation_theory_(P1170).html
spirituality:
http://personalityspirit...ncarnation-the-35-steps/http://www.nossolarheali...tages-of-soul-evolution/Free up your mind and imagination and let your thoughts fall far beyond the mere of
reality, or at least what mankind call that today. Providing our thoughts with the possibility to meet with one another at the endless tunnels of space and time. I wish you
all a pleasant journey who devoted some time to peruse or embrace my thoughts.
P.s.: The future is Nature brother!
