The Black Ferris
Chymist
COSMIC LAW:
Sound, Symbols and Vibration:
The Law of Duality
Any concept or force may be divided into two totally opposite
concepts or forces, each of which contain the essence of the other.
This is symbolized by the Tai Chi symbol, the Yin and Yang. Opposites
can be defined only in relation to each other.
Duality is the sense and perception of one's universe as other than
oneself, the seperative "you and I" concept. It defines the world
that we realize. Duality is an illusion of the senses, an illusion
perceived by life-units of human and animal consciousness levels. The
absolute state knows only oneness. In the state of samadhi the yogi
transcends the state of duality to be aware solely of the oneness of
the universe, commonly called "the Void," and of the emptiness of
form of any inherent, independent existence.
Relativity has its birth in the state of duality. It is an expression
of the Law of Duality and is the consequence of the motion and
overload of power generated within the One, the Absolute, which
subsequently gave rise to the projection of masculine and feminine
energies or polarities. The interaction between the masculine and
feminine energies created all of the beings and realms of the
universe. Concerning creation, in the Book of Genesis, these energies
are called, "Elohim," the meaning of which refers to a plurality of
divine energies or Intelligences with both male and female polarities
or genders. This word is often mistranslated as the singular male
pronoun "God."
The Law of Opposites is related to the Law of Duality and also to the
Law of Polarity. It represents the oppositional poles to be found in
all planes of manifestation, all levels of becoming. For instance:
attraction-repulsio n; cold-hot; contraction- expansion; darkness-
light; destruction- construction; evil-good; love-fear; night-day;
nothing-everything; noumena-phenomena; spirit-matter, etc.
The Law of Trinity
This law is exemplified in the triads and trinities to be found in
various religions and philosophies. In Hinduism we have
the "Trimurti," the triad of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. In
Christianity the Trinity is personified by "the Father, Son, and the
Holy Ghost." The Trinity is an expression of the Law of Creation. It
also describes the triune aspects to be found in any life-unit, from
man to God. For instance, God may be understood as Light, Life and
Love. Energy or substance expresses through the triune qualities of
stability, orderliness, and restlessness. In Sanskrit, these
qualities, these "gunas," are termed tamas, sattva, and raja,
respectively.
The Trinity symbolizes the triune functions and qualities of all
creative energies in the Universe. These energies give birth to (Law
of Formation), sustains (Law of Preservation) , and transforms (Law of
Disintegration) all manifestations, phenomena, conditions,
circumstances, and experiences.
From the perspective of creation, the Law of Trinity functions in the
following manner: for a manifestation to occur at any level,
dimension, or realm, there must be two parts of different
marriageable properties in complete unification. The result of the
union is a new creation, alike in essence to its parents, but
different as to its outward manifestation. As an example, the union
of a man and woman produces a being which contains the genes or
essences of each, though differing from both as to its appearance.
In the mental plane, as another instance, we have an idea, a thesis,
and an opposing antithesis. The possible reconciliation of both may
result as a synthesis, a dynamic new idea.
Every manifestation is an effect of two causes, one primary, the
other secondary; one active, the other passive; one positive, the
other negative, one electric, the other magnetic. In practical
occultism this is symbolized by the triangle, with the points of the
base representing the primary and secondary causes, while the apex
representing the manifestation. When applied to creation the Law of
Trinity is also referred to as the Law of the Triangle. In order to
create anything in one's world this law must be applied. For
instance, in magick, one would conduct a ritual to manifest one's
desires, this is the first pole; for the manifestation to occur, the
other pole should be added--direct influence physically upon the
material plane.
The Law of Seven
For some unknown reason our solar system is structured according to
the septenary law. This is evident in our scale of colors represented
in the seven colors of the rainbow, and our musical octave of seven
notes. Occultism also deals in the Seven Rays radiating from the
spiritual aspect of the Sun.
It is probable that the septenary law is a development of the Law of
Trinity which in turn results from the Law of Duality, which again,
in turn, is the unfoldment of the Law of One. This would make the Law
of Seven a manifestation of the Law of One in the lower planes, and
concerns the flux, influx, and efflux of energy in a constant state
of creation.
The Law of Seven is considered by some to be an exoteric law, for
esoterically it is inherently twelve. Take for instance the five
extra notes in an octave, and the five hidden rays of the seven
Cosmic Rays taught in Occultism.
The Law of Magnetism
Every object, whether physical or non-physical in the universe
vibrates, and this vibration or the oscillation of the electronic
particles composing it causes a magnetic field to surround it. This
magnetic field is called "aura" by metaphysicians and occultists.
Every organic and non-organic object has an aura surrounding it,
although their quality, frequency, and nature may differ in many
respects, and in different environmental conditions.
Every magnetic-field possesses a dual quality. We call these
qualities, "polarity." In a general sense, polarity refers to
positive and negative poles. In a specific sense polarity refers to
the "frequency" of an object. These poles obey the Law of Attraction,
of which the Law of Magnetism is but a subsidiary.
Magnetic fields are radiatory and influential in nature. They affect
every object that comes within their field of influence. An object in
close proximity to other objects have a non-physical impact upon
these other objects that may result in tangible effects. This is
called "induction," and the Law of Thermodynamics is closely related
to it. Certain radioactive elements, such as uranium and plutonium,
for instance, may cause cell mutation when brought into close
proximity to organic matter. Human beings possess a magnetic field
just like everything else, and unconsciously we affect everything
that we touch or that comes close to us. The metaphysician, knowing
this law, applies it consciously to affect his surroundings the way
he desires. From the electron to the largest star, from an amoeba to
a human being--all possess an auric field.
The Law of Attraction
At the atomic or electronic level the Law of Attraction is thusly
stated: like attracts unlike, like repels like. Paradoxically, at the
psychological level this is reversed: like attracts like, unlike
repels unlike. The old-age adage expresses it thus: "birds of a
feather flock together."
The laws of Magnetism and Attraction are closely related; one is a
subsidiary law of the other. The nature of our magnetism attracts to
us things that resonate with our radiation. For instance, if we fear
a thing and radiate fear, that thing shall be part of our experience
for we would attract it to us. The law may be usefully applied in
such a manner: in order to be prosperous and wealthy, one has to
create the condition within one's conscious and subconscious mind
that would attract riches. This is done firstly, by removing any
negative fixations and complexes that one may have of money or
anything related to wealth. Next, the subconscious mind would have to
be reprogrammed with a new pattern of thought. One's charisma and
true attractiveness are derived mainly from the positive and
spiritual quality of one's personal magnetism.
We can magnetize our field with the energies that we are lacking
through induction or absorption, and by that energization acquire the
thing that we desire. As an illustration, if we desire to be rich, we
would socialize with rich people. If we desire to be pure and holy we
would socialize with saints, yogis, etc. Some of the other sub-laws
of the Law of Attraction are:
Law of Sex
This law applies generally to the physical plane. The attraction
between the male and female aspects of life about sums up the law.
However, on a higher level, the Law of Sex is also the sensitivity,
the desire and will to respond to the pull of the Cosmic Divine Spark
of God within the microcosm and to use the energies and forces
available to lead the unfolding soul to its Divine Parent.
Law of Chemical Affinity
The Law of Chemical Affinity may also be termed the "Law of
Cohesion." It is usually applied by the physicist in explaining the
attractive forces between substances of a homogenous nature or
substances that amalgamate well.
Law of Radiation
Every substance radiates energy to a lesser or a greater degree.
Since nothing in the universe is ever still, energy in beings or
substances is in a continuous motion, is in a compositional or in a
de-compositional state. It is in the act of building or destroying.
Radioactive substances represent energy in the state of dispersal.
The point of attraction is now space itself. Radiation from various
sources, of various qualities and nature may be directed by the mind
of the metaphysician for spiritual purposes.
Law of Color
Vibrations may be sensed in various ways. It may be sensed as color,
sound, scent, taste, etc. Colors among the other ways that vibrations
may be perceived, are especially interesting when used as tools of
attraction. Colors are centers of attraction. Colors and light may be
seen from afar, and they intrigue the consciousness. It is no
coincidence that flowers are colorful or that women are accustomed to
wearing colorful apparel. One attracts the bees, while the other
attracts men. Colors when arranged harmoniously are pleasing, when
they clash they may cause irritation.
Law of Schools
This law pertains to the evolutionary progress of a spiritual
aspirant, disciple, or an initiate. This law comes into effect as the
human consciousness expands to a certain degree. When this expansion
occurs, the spiritually inclined may attract to him or herself the
following:
a) The Higher Self
b) The Spiritual Guru or his representative
c) That which he or she seeks to know
d) That which may be utilized in the work of service
e) Other Souls with the same spiritual ideals and objectives
f) Information on spiritual organizations teaching the Ageless Wisdom
The Law of Repulsion
This is a law working in reversal of the Law of Attraction. In the
Law of Attraction we have a point, a particle that pulls. In this
law, one may say that the point of attraction is now space itself--
this results in disintegration. Disintegration of forms is the result
of the Law of Repulsion at work.
This particular law governs the relationship between atoms, which
results in their non-attachment and in their complete freedom from
each other; it also keeps them rotating at fixed points from the
globe or sphere of opposite polarity. For instance, the Law of
Repulsion working in "opposition" to the Law of Attraction causes the
moon to remain at a more or less constant distance away from the
Earth.
The Law of Vibration
Nothing rests in the universe. Everything is in a state of motion, of
movement. Everything vibrates, and at a certain frequency of its own.
Objects not in motion at the form level are always in intense motion
at the molecular and atomic level. It is because everything vibrates
that we perceive images in our consciousness. For instance, sounds
and colors do not exist in nature, they exist solely as vibrations.
Sounds and colors only have a reality in our consciousness. What we
call sounds and colors merely appear as such in our consciousness; in
actuality, they are simply energies vibrating at a certain rate. The
same thing goes with what we see, feel, smell and taste. Without
consciousness to sense vibrations, sounds, colors, lights, etc., do
not exist. Every life-unit of whatever kingdom of nature perceive
vibratory waves in a different fashion. For instance, we interpret
certain vibrations to be red in color, while certain animals may
perceive the same vibrations to be a shade of gray. Amongst us
humans, there are some that perceive colors differently, we call
these individuals "color-blind. "
Vibrations produce realities in our consciousness, though that which
produce vibrations may not be at all like what we perceive. Thus, in
metaphysics we often differentiate that which is actual and that
which is real. That which is actual, or actuality, is related to the
essence of the Cosmic, the absolute state of Being. What is real is
what we realize, the picture we have in our consciousness of the
actuality. Philosophically, Actuality is Truth, ever-constant, never-
changing, and eternal. Truth Is. Reality is related to forms,
to "illusions" that the actual state produces through its vibrations.
The Absolute state is immutable. Realities are transmutable. Change
the vibrations of a thing and we change the manifestation of the
thing. This is the basis of alchemy where through certain processes
it is possible to change base metals into gold, or water into wine.
The various manifestations of matter and spirit are the result of
differences in their vibratory rate. From pure spirit to gross
matter, all is energy in vibratory motion.
Vibrations are measured in numbers, in frequency. Each frequency
emanating from an "object" or "substance" has a positive or negative
polarity, that is they may vibrate in an even or an uneven number;
and this determines its predisposition to be attracted to or repelled
by other objects or substances with an opposing polarity. The octave
in which an object vibrates also determines to a large degree whether
it will be attracted to or repelled by another object. Every particle
of energy vibrates with a certain motion, speed, and frequency. The
combination of these factors determines the substance of any given
object, whether it be physical or metaphysical.
The Law of Polarity
In Hermeticism, this law is expressed thus: "Everything is dual,
everything has poles. Everything has its pair of opposites; like and
unlike are the same; opposites are identical in nature but different
in degree; extremes meet; all truths are but half-truths, partial
truths; all paradoxes may be reconciled." Polarity is to be found in
everything. All forms of energies have their positive and negative
aspects. A change in a person's mental, emotional and physical
condition is a change in their polarity. The term "polarity" and its
positive and negative aspects as used here do not carry any moral
connotation. It is strictly an electronic issue and not a moralistic
one.
"Positive" and "negative" are relative terms. As seen from a certain
perspective a thing may be called positive; however, should it be
viewed from a higher standpoint it could be labeled negative. To
illustrate this, it is difficult to tell where "cold" ends, and "hot"
begins, both opposites being really identical in nature, though
different in degree. This principle also applies in the mental and
desire realms.
The positive polarity is penetrative, electric, and active. The
negative polarity is receptive, magnetic, and passive.
The Law of Rhythm
This law is sometimes called the Law of Cycles. Everything moves in
cycles and at a certain rhythm. Everything is in a constant state of
flux; everything has its tides, its ebb and flow, its rise and fall;
the pendulum--swing manifests in everything; the measure of the swing
to the right is the measure of the swing to the left; rhythm
compensates.
Everything has its phases of action and rest; activity and passivity;
its zenith and nadir. Nature has her seasons which are indicated by
the equinoxes and solstices. There are certain things best done in a
certain cycle rather than in another. In Ecclesiastes, King Solomon
expresses it thus: "To every thing there is a season, and a time to
every purpose under the heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die;
a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted; a time
to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to
build up . . . " The Law of Cycles may be a superstition to some;
however, its reality is now being proven by Science.
It is well known that all organisms are governed by the Law of Rhythm
or Cycles. For instance, the menstruation cycle of female mammals,
the biorhythm governing man's physical, emotional and mental
performance, etc.
Everything that has happened throughout the ages has happened in
cycles--earthquakes , wars, the rise and fall of empires and nations--
which some scientists have discovered to be related to the cyclic
occurrence of solar flares and sun spots. Some prophecies may be
accurate because they are based on the Law of Cycles. The cyclic law
gave birth to the sayings, "history repeats itself," and that "there
is nothing new under the sun."
The Law of Friction
This law governs the heat aspect of any atom, the radiation of an
atom, and the effect of that radiation on any other atom. Basically,
friction occurs when two particles, substances, or bodies interact or
collide. Kinetic energy is produced when this occurs and it may be
harnessed to empower the building-up of thought-forms in magickal
work.
The Law of Gender
Gender is in everything. It is related to form and characteristics.
On the other hand, polarity is related to the frequency of an energy-
structure. Everything in existence has its Masculine and Feminine
Principles-- one expressive, the other potential; gender manifests in
all planes. Psychologically, in man we have the anima, or female
aspect, and the animus, or male aspect; one is dominant in the
female, the other dominant in the male, while the opposite gender of
both usually lies dormant in the sub-consciousness.
The Law of Mentalism
All is Mind; the Universe is Mental. Whatever exist, exists as a
thought in the Cosmic Mind. All thoughts in the Cosmic Mind are
patterns of energies structured with the essence of God. All thoughts
are realities that are transmutable. Man, like everything else, is a
thought in the Cosmic Mind. Should the Cosmic Mind cease to think,
everything would vanish, including man; realities would disappear.
Everything in the universe is created by thought, and it is an occult
axiom that "thoughts are things."
Paradoxically, although man is but a thought in the Cosmic Mind, he
in turns produces thought; and whatever he produces in his world is a
result of his thought. Through thought man produces his reality. When
man functions from the human level, he produces human creations from
the power of his mind, his thoughts and his creations are limited in
scope; however, as man progresses and acquires a higher consciousness
attuned with the Cosmic Mind, he may produce creations of cosmic
proportions. Man is destined to be God's co-creator; for man's true
being in actuality, is of God. Progression is not dependent upon
space and time, it may occur here and now through proper oneness with
the Cosmic.
Everything is basically energy--mind is likewise composed of energy
in a certain structural pattern. When mind influences matter, in
actual fact it is energy working upon itself in a certain way. Since
energy is fluidic and kinetic in nature it flows where it is directed
to by one's mental attention. The direction of energy is not limited
by time or space, for these are simply illusions perceived by one's
consciousness. The law of Mentalism is one of the keys to
manifestation.
The Law of World-View/Perspect ive
The world we perceive is actually the interface or mixture of the
noumenal world--the Tao, the objective actuality that is unknowable--
and our selves (the subject). Our conception, interpretations and
beliefs concerning outer reality plays a definite role in determining
the reality that we experience. Changing our conceptions, our world
view, does not change the eternal, actual world, but it does change
the perceived world--the reality that we perceive. This is important
because it is the world we touch, see, and act upon. This is how we
create our own reality.
The world is what we think it is. If we want to change our reality,
we should change what we think. If the reality is shared collectively
by many individuals comprising a group-consciousness , then the whole
group should agree to establish a new thought in order to create
changes. It should be understood from the above that all systems
instilling in us a certain world-view are arbitrary as they are all
based on interpretation. Most of life's problems may be solved by
simply changing our world view, our attitudes, perspectives,
feelings, and beliefs. The power to transmute one's world-view is a
part of the occult science called "mental alchemy."
Changing our world-view makes real changes in the world of our
experiences. "Because there are an infinite number of ways to
perceive the world, there are an infinite number of worlds we may
assemble with our awareness." Struggles, suffering and strife in life
are fundamentally expressions of our own reality that we create
daily. We may run away from our problems by changing our environment,
but our inner reality, our world-view, re-creates similar problems
over and over again until we learn to transmute or transcend them.
The actual underlying state of the universe is unknowable to us as
long as we retain the world-view of the separateness of self (the Law
of Duality). "You can become one with the universe but you cannot
step back and observe it, because you are in it. You cannot observe a
phenomenon without altering it by your mode of perception. There is
no such thing as an independent observer. You participate in creating
the world by perceiving it." This is proven in laboratory experiments
concerning the behavior of subatomic particles. Physicists have
discovered that their own mental force or observations upon subatomic
particles influences those particles greatly, causing them to act in
an erratic and unpredictable manner.
The Law of Paradox
No world-view or belief framework may encompass the whole world. No
world-view is universally valid. "Two models, or "laws" may conflict
with each other and still be true in their proper context;" or on the
other hand, they may be false. "Two people may experience the same
event yet perceive entirely different occurrences. " What is real to
one may be unreal to another. Our nerve receptors or senses are
limited in the scope of frequencies that they may receive. Our minds
are restricted as to its faculties. Our interpretations of what we
experience may be faulty. Our rationality is circumscribed by the
intellect, the world out there is as it is. The world is not bound by
the confines of our world-views. "The trick is to switch from one
model to another as it becomes appropriate. "
The Law of Pragmatism
"If it works, it is true," at least in a relative sense. "A world-
view is only valid if it enables its perceivers to accomplish their
goals," whatever that may be. "The more successful a world view is in
fulfilling the goal structure that its viewers possess, the more
valid it could be said to be." If a world view is practical and
universally applicable it gradually acquires a collective reality
status in the consciousness of humanity. It becomes a living entity
in the mental world and influences men for good or for ill.
The Law of Attention
This is one of the laws of the mental plane. "The more evidence one
looks for to support a given law, conclusion, or world-view the more
one will find."
"Since we create our world each moment, we are constantly maintaining
our world-view. This is done by means of a recursive internal
dialogue of words and symbols with which we constantly edit our
perceptions. By rearranging our attention, we arrange our world-
view." In short, we perceive what we wish to perceive. We interpret
things in accord with our beliefs. We change facts to fit our
conceptions. Our behavior and reactions or responsive actions to the
world are dependent upon what world-view we constantly keep alive in
our minds by our conscious or subconscious attention.
The Law of Attention may also be called the "Law of Fixation." It
pertains to energy transmission. Whatever and wherever we focus our
attention, we send energy rays. By focusing our attention on an
object with a certain thought or feeling, we impress our thought-
feeling force upon the object, thus influencing it. Energy follows
mental attention. As evolution progresses, the Soul will evolve the
faculty of forming definite concrete thoughtforms, and through these
stable products the Soul produces what it needs to evolve or subdue
the fluctuations of the lower principles of the microcosm.
The Law of Synchronicity
"Synchronicity is a term coined by Dr. Carl Jung to describe the
meaningful coincidences that seemingly cannot be described by the Law
of Cause and Effect (Karma). They are events connected by pattern or
meaning rather than time. Some interpret this as a developing and
ongoing dialogue between the perceiver and the consciousness of the
universe. This dialogue is overt to the degree the perceiver is
receptive to or aware of it." Communications between the
consciousness of the universe and the perceiver usually comes in the
form of symbols, or seemingly unrelated symbolic events with a
similar import. These symbolic coincidences are a working code
transmitted by higher intelligences to the human mind. They contain a
special cryptic message that must be solved by the harmonious
cooperation of both brain hemispheres and through soul-alignment. All
forms of divination are based on the Law of Synchronicity.
In the writer's experience and understanding, the Cosmic does not
cause a thing to occur solely for a single reason. It usually has
several reasons for manifesting a certain condition or circumstance
in a person's life. This is in fact an expression of the Law of
Economics. Figuratively speaking, the Cosmic "kills several birds
with a single stone."
The Law of Relative Truth
Every statement is true in one sense, false in another, and
meaningless from the standpoint of the Tao. This is a function of
one's vantage point (world-view) . In the words of Hassan Ibn
Sabbah, "Nothing is true. Everything is permissible. "
There are two kinds of Truth in the cosmos, one Absolute, the other
Relative. The Absolute Truth is unchanging and eternal. What it is in
actuality cannot be described with positive statements but with
negative pronouncements, such as the famous yogic expression; "neti,
neti," or "not this, not this." Positive statements simply
circumscribe and limit the nature of Absolute Truth. We may, for
instance, describe the Absolute as being pure; instantly, the
question comes up, "how pure?" By such inquiries we fall back into
the conceptual world, into the world of relativity with which we
customarily feel comfortable.
Relative truth has many facets and is ever changing. It is illusory
in one sense, and in another real only to those who have conscious
awareness of it or give it credence. For instance, certain forms of
black magic are based upon the fear principle as transmitted through
suggestions. Should one accept and believe in the nefarious
suggestions one gives them power over oneself. If their illusory
power is seen for what it is and negated through right understanding,
then the suggestions have no affect on one's being.
The Law of Connection
Every action between two psycho-organisms is an energy exchange, and
connection between them remains even after separation. Every
transmission of energy causes a link to be formed between the giver
and the receiver. Unless severed by metaphysical means, this link
created by the processes described above remains indefinitely; and
this linkage may cause some problems to both parties. In the Huna
teachings of Polynesia this link is called the "aka thread."
To oppose something with force, whether physical, emotional or
mental, is to maintain its psychic connection and power over us. "Two
opposites each contain the essence of the other." This law is the
basis of karmic relationships between life-units and is far reaching
in its effects.
The Law of Synthesis
"Any two opposing forces or concepts may be unified in a (single)
force which will contain both the original opposites." This is the
Law of Creation. By unifying two different energies we create
something new which has something of each of its parent and yet,
different from the energies that produced it. Take for instance
hydrogen and oxygen. Both are different manifestations which may be
isolated in the laboratory. By combining these gases, we produce
water, H2O. We use this illustration as an example of the application
of the law in a physical sense. This law is not confined to the
physical, however. It may be applied to the emotional, mental, and
spiritual aspects of the micro- and macrocosm. This Law of Synthesis
is a sub-law of the Law of Trinity.
The Law of Personification
"Any concept, force, object, or phenomena may be considered to be
alive, to have a personality, to be an entity." Corollary to this law
are the sub-laws of Invocation and Evocation: "any concepts, forces,
or objects which manifest as entities can and should be treated as
real beings. These beings, (or patterns of conscious energy), can
also be viewed as objectified aspects of ourselves, but it is
useless, perhaps even dangerous, to take this attitude while actually
dealing with them. Do not be fooled just because something is only
the personification of a pattern of energies. You can be described
this way, too."
It should be stressed that this universe is a living organism. This
universe is made up of patterns of energies of different structures
and frequencies. There is nothing dead in the universe, and energy is
the basis of life. Patterns of energies possesses intelligence, each
with its own degree of awareness. Humans, like everything else are
composed of energies. Interaction or intercourse with energies may be
beneficial or harmful-not because of any inherent goodness or evil,
but because the energies are inharmonious or harmonious with one's
energy-structure and system.
The Law of Interfaces
"Power exists in the interfaces of things. These are the "between"
places that are not entirely one thing or another. Traditionally,
these places include caves, grottoes, towers, mountains, beaches,
wells, crossroads, and cliffs."
"All the chief times of change of the day are also considered to be
powerful (as interfaces). These are dawn, noon, twilight (sunset),
and midnight." Dawn is neither morning nor night, twilight is neither
night nor day, etc. Also, the solstices and equinoxes, the seasonal
changes of the year, have always been thought very important for the
same reason.
During the "between" time and places the interface between the third
dimension and the fourth or higher are thinned; it is also a
condition where cosmic energies are increased. At the various
interfaces, human consciousness, vibrations and energies are raised,
while the consciousness, vibrations and energies of fourth-
dimensional beings are lowered causing a possible interaction between
both. Magical rituals and mystical practices are more potent when
carried-out according to the Law of Interfaces.
There are also energy points located geographically on the planet
that function as interfaces between dimensions. They may be located
anywhere at all, even in one's own living room. These power points
are located on energy channels called in Chinese Occultism, "dragon
lines." They correspond to the Ley lines of Western occultism, and
microcosmically, to the meridian channels within the human body.
These dragon lines and their power points are electromagnetic in
nature, and though they may have a geographical location they may
change their position when caused by disruptive environmental
conditions or disturbed by geo-terrestrial movements. Power points
may radiate beneficial or harmful energies--the "good and bad" chi of
Feng Shui. Ancient temples and sites of worship were normally built
upon the earth's power points. The sacred feeling that ancient
temples may arouse in one is derived from the presence of the
magnetism of the location's interface. Conversely, a feeling of
eeriness of a certain place may also be the result of a power point
radiating negative energy, or bad Chi. These energies attract spirits-
-whether nature or human-vibrating at similar frequencies.
The Law of Words of Power
"There are words (symbols) that are able to change the inner and/or
outer realities of those using/perceiving them. These words do not
necessarily need to be consciously understood by those
using/perceiving them in order to have their effect." The basis of
these words of power, or mantras lie in their vibrational value, in
the structural energy-pattern that they form through the enunciation
of them, and the way that these vibrations and energy-pattern affect
our bio-field, internal organs, and environment.
That sound vibrations may form into patterns may be demonstrated by
placing a plate of glass on a pedestal and sprinkling fine sand on
the glass, one can manifest the patterns of the vibrations by drawing
a violin bow on the edge of the glass plate and cause the vibrations
to flow across the surface of the glass thereby arranging the sand in
various forms and patterns. The formation of intricate patterns of
snow flakes are also the result of "sound," or vibration.
The vibrational value is just one aspect of the power of mantras;
another view is that these words have accumulated power through their
use and attention over thousands of years. From this perspective,
mantras through their constant use, are imbued with a certain
consciousness and acquire a certain existence in the higher
dimensions. The use of them puts one into contact with their
intrinsic mother-power bestowed upon them by the mind of beings who
have used them throughout the ages. Through its use mantras become
more and more powerful.
One of the notions concerning words of power is that there is an
intrinsic primordial connection, a resonance, between these words and
the forces or concepts they represent that goes beyond human
design. "Many people believe this about Sanskrit, claiming that it is
the original root language of humanity." The same principle applies
to the Arabic alphabet where each character is supposed to represent
a khodam, or angelic spirit being and its power. Repeated
enunciation, or chanting of the characters of the alphabet supposedly
evokes the spirit beings which resonates with them.
From the above we can see that in some ancient traditions and
languages, the occult power and value of sounds were embodied in or
represented by the characters of their alphabet. The knowledgeable
one would know how to arrange these characters/sounds to manipulate
nature's forces for the desired effects.
The Law of Magical Names
In magical systems of symbolism, "a name is the thing named." "This
is to say that, in some way, there is an analogical correspondence
between the name and the thing named. There is a connection created
by shared structure," a certain resonance.
"To know the true name of a person, place, or thing is to have
complete control over it. Of course, you could never command
something to do anything which was not in its nature. To know a
thing's true name is to know its nature. What most people consider to
be a name is really, in the magical sense, only a label." One's true
name is related to the vibrational value, or the frequency of one's
Soul-Self.
The Law of Group-Consciousness
An individual has power to transform his personal reality, but a
group of individuals possess the power to transform a collective
reality by working together for a common purpose. There is more power
working in numbers than when working solitarily. Reality may be
shared with others--one' s experiences, circumstances, and conditions
may be adopted by others as their own. A single person may fail to
save his nation from catastrophe, but by working with others the
impending catastrophe may be eradicated. For instance, in the Old
Testament there is this story of Sodom and Gomorrah. The inhabitants
of these twin cities were degenerated. One day God visited Abraham
and expressed his intention of destroying them. Abraham then started
bargaining on their behalf. The bargain ended by God acquiescing to
Abraham's plea that if 10 good men were found He would not destroy
those cities.
This tale demonstrates the law that if a group of men were to gather
together for a common purpose and work some changes, whether
physically or metaphysically, dire predictions of calamities may be
withheld from manifestation and destroyed before they outpicture in
the physical world. The prayer of a single person may have the power
to affect two persons, the prayers of two individuals may affect 4
people, the prayers of three individuals affect 8, and so on. Each
time the power is multiplied by two and grows in momentum.
Sound, Symbols and Vibration:
The Law of Duality
Any concept or force may be divided into two totally opposite
concepts or forces, each of which contain the essence of the other.
This is symbolized by the Tai Chi symbol, the Yin and Yang. Opposites
can be defined only in relation to each other.
Duality is the sense and perception of one's universe as other than
oneself, the seperative "you and I" concept. It defines the world
that we realize. Duality is an illusion of the senses, an illusion
perceived by life-units of human and animal consciousness levels. The
absolute state knows only oneness. In the state of samadhi the yogi
transcends the state of duality to be aware solely of the oneness of
the universe, commonly called "the Void," and of the emptiness of
form of any inherent, independent existence.
Relativity has its birth in the state of duality. It is an expression
of the Law of Duality and is the consequence of the motion and
overload of power generated within the One, the Absolute, which
subsequently gave rise to the projection of masculine and feminine
energies or polarities. The interaction between the masculine and
feminine energies created all of the beings and realms of the
universe. Concerning creation, in the Book of Genesis, these energies
are called, "Elohim," the meaning of which refers to a plurality of
divine energies or Intelligences with both male and female polarities
or genders. This word is often mistranslated as the singular male
pronoun "God."
The Law of Opposites is related to the Law of Duality and also to the
Law of Polarity. It represents the oppositional poles to be found in
all planes of manifestation, all levels of becoming. For instance:
attraction-repulsio n; cold-hot; contraction- expansion; darkness-
light; destruction- construction; evil-good; love-fear; night-day;
nothing-everything; noumena-phenomena; spirit-matter, etc.
The Law of Trinity
This law is exemplified in the triads and trinities to be found in
various religions and philosophies. In Hinduism we have
the "Trimurti," the triad of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. In
Christianity the Trinity is personified by "the Father, Son, and the
Holy Ghost." The Trinity is an expression of the Law of Creation. It
also describes the triune aspects to be found in any life-unit, from
man to God. For instance, God may be understood as Light, Life and
Love. Energy or substance expresses through the triune qualities of
stability, orderliness, and restlessness. In Sanskrit, these
qualities, these "gunas," are termed tamas, sattva, and raja,
respectively.
The Trinity symbolizes the triune functions and qualities of all
creative energies in the Universe. These energies give birth to (Law
of Formation), sustains (Law of Preservation) , and transforms (Law of
Disintegration) all manifestations, phenomena, conditions,
circumstances, and experiences.
From the perspective of creation, the Law of Trinity functions in the
following manner: for a manifestation to occur at any level,
dimension, or realm, there must be two parts of different
marriageable properties in complete unification. The result of the
union is a new creation, alike in essence to its parents, but
different as to its outward manifestation. As an example, the union
of a man and woman produces a being which contains the genes or
essences of each, though differing from both as to its appearance.
In the mental plane, as another instance, we have an idea, a thesis,
and an opposing antithesis. The possible reconciliation of both may
result as a synthesis, a dynamic new idea.
Every manifestation is an effect of two causes, one primary, the
other secondary; one active, the other passive; one positive, the
other negative, one electric, the other magnetic. In practical
occultism this is symbolized by the triangle, with the points of the
base representing the primary and secondary causes, while the apex
representing the manifestation. When applied to creation the Law of
Trinity is also referred to as the Law of the Triangle. In order to
create anything in one's world this law must be applied. For
instance, in magick, one would conduct a ritual to manifest one's
desires, this is the first pole; for the manifestation to occur, the
other pole should be added--direct influence physically upon the
material plane.
The Law of Seven
For some unknown reason our solar system is structured according to
the septenary law. This is evident in our scale of colors represented
in the seven colors of the rainbow, and our musical octave of seven
notes. Occultism also deals in the Seven Rays radiating from the
spiritual aspect of the Sun.
It is probable that the septenary law is a development of the Law of
Trinity which in turn results from the Law of Duality, which again,
in turn, is the unfoldment of the Law of One. This would make the Law
of Seven a manifestation of the Law of One in the lower planes, and
concerns the flux, influx, and efflux of energy in a constant state
of creation.
The Law of Seven is considered by some to be an exoteric law, for
esoterically it is inherently twelve. Take for instance the five
extra notes in an octave, and the five hidden rays of the seven
Cosmic Rays taught in Occultism.
The Law of Magnetism
Every object, whether physical or non-physical in the universe
vibrates, and this vibration or the oscillation of the electronic
particles composing it causes a magnetic field to surround it. This
magnetic field is called "aura" by metaphysicians and occultists.
Every organic and non-organic object has an aura surrounding it,
although their quality, frequency, and nature may differ in many
respects, and in different environmental conditions.
Every magnetic-field possesses a dual quality. We call these
qualities, "polarity." In a general sense, polarity refers to
positive and negative poles. In a specific sense polarity refers to
the "frequency" of an object. These poles obey the Law of Attraction,
of which the Law of Magnetism is but a subsidiary.
Magnetic fields are radiatory and influential in nature. They affect
every object that comes within their field of influence. An object in
close proximity to other objects have a non-physical impact upon
these other objects that may result in tangible effects. This is
called "induction," and the Law of Thermodynamics is closely related
to it. Certain radioactive elements, such as uranium and plutonium,
for instance, may cause cell mutation when brought into close
proximity to organic matter. Human beings possess a magnetic field
just like everything else, and unconsciously we affect everything
that we touch or that comes close to us. The metaphysician, knowing
this law, applies it consciously to affect his surroundings the way
he desires. From the electron to the largest star, from an amoeba to
a human being--all possess an auric field.
The Law of Attraction
At the atomic or electronic level the Law of Attraction is thusly
stated: like attracts unlike, like repels like. Paradoxically, at the
psychological level this is reversed: like attracts like, unlike
repels unlike. The old-age adage expresses it thus: "birds of a
feather flock together."
The laws of Magnetism and Attraction are closely related; one is a
subsidiary law of the other. The nature of our magnetism attracts to
us things that resonate with our radiation. For instance, if we fear
a thing and radiate fear, that thing shall be part of our experience
for we would attract it to us. The law may be usefully applied in
such a manner: in order to be prosperous and wealthy, one has to
create the condition within one's conscious and subconscious mind
that would attract riches. This is done firstly, by removing any
negative fixations and complexes that one may have of money or
anything related to wealth. Next, the subconscious mind would have to
be reprogrammed with a new pattern of thought. One's charisma and
true attractiveness are derived mainly from the positive and
spiritual quality of one's personal magnetism.
We can magnetize our field with the energies that we are lacking
through induction or absorption, and by that energization acquire the
thing that we desire. As an illustration, if we desire to be rich, we
would socialize with rich people. If we desire to be pure and holy we
would socialize with saints, yogis, etc. Some of the other sub-laws
of the Law of Attraction are:
Law of Sex
This law applies generally to the physical plane. The attraction
between the male and female aspects of life about sums up the law.
However, on a higher level, the Law of Sex is also the sensitivity,
the desire and will to respond to the pull of the Cosmic Divine Spark
of God within the microcosm and to use the energies and forces
available to lead the unfolding soul to its Divine Parent.
Law of Chemical Affinity
The Law of Chemical Affinity may also be termed the "Law of
Cohesion." It is usually applied by the physicist in explaining the
attractive forces between substances of a homogenous nature or
substances that amalgamate well.
Law of Radiation
Every substance radiates energy to a lesser or a greater degree.
Since nothing in the universe is ever still, energy in beings or
substances is in a continuous motion, is in a compositional or in a
de-compositional state. It is in the act of building or destroying.
Radioactive substances represent energy in the state of dispersal.
The point of attraction is now space itself. Radiation from various
sources, of various qualities and nature may be directed by the mind
of the metaphysician for spiritual purposes.
Law of Color
Vibrations may be sensed in various ways. It may be sensed as color,
sound, scent, taste, etc. Colors among the other ways that vibrations
may be perceived, are especially interesting when used as tools of
attraction. Colors are centers of attraction. Colors and light may be
seen from afar, and they intrigue the consciousness. It is no
coincidence that flowers are colorful or that women are accustomed to
wearing colorful apparel. One attracts the bees, while the other
attracts men. Colors when arranged harmoniously are pleasing, when
they clash they may cause irritation.
Law of Schools
This law pertains to the evolutionary progress of a spiritual
aspirant, disciple, or an initiate. This law comes into effect as the
human consciousness expands to a certain degree. When this expansion
occurs, the spiritually inclined may attract to him or herself the
following:
a) The Higher Self
b) The Spiritual Guru or his representative
c) That which he or she seeks to know
d) That which may be utilized in the work of service
e) Other Souls with the same spiritual ideals and objectives
f) Information on spiritual organizations teaching the Ageless Wisdom
The Law of Repulsion
This is a law working in reversal of the Law of Attraction. In the
Law of Attraction we have a point, a particle that pulls. In this
law, one may say that the point of attraction is now space itself--
this results in disintegration. Disintegration of forms is the result
of the Law of Repulsion at work.
This particular law governs the relationship between atoms, which
results in their non-attachment and in their complete freedom from
each other; it also keeps them rotating at fixed points from the
globe or sphere of opposite polarity. For instance, the Law of
Repulsion working in "opposition" to the Law of Attraction causes the
moon to remain at a more or less constant distance away from the
Earth.
The Law of Vibration
Nothing rests in the universe. Everything is in a state of motion, of
movement. Everything vibrates, and at a certain frequency of its own.
Objects not in motion at the form level are always in intense motion
at the molecular and atomic level. It is because everything vibrates
that we perceive images in our consciousness. For instance, sounds
and colors do not exist in nature, they exist solely as vibrations.
Sounds and colors only have a reality in our consciousness. What we
call sounds and colors merely appear as such in our consciousness; in
actuality, they are simply energies vibrating at a certain rate. The
same thing goes with what we see, feel, smell and taste. Without
consciousness to sense vibrations, sounds, colors, lights, etc., do
not exist. Every life-unit of whatever kingdom of nature perceive
vibratory waves in a different fashion. For instance, we interpret
certain vibrations to be red in color, while certain animals may
perceive the same vibrations to be a shade of gray. Amongst us
humans, there are some that perceive colors differently, we call
these individuals "color-blind. "
Vibrations produce realities in our consciousness, though that which
produce vibrations may not be at all like what we perceive. Thus, in
metaphysics we often differentiate that which is actual and that
which is real. That which is actual, or actuality, is related to the
essence of the Cosmic, the absolute state of Being. What is real is
what we realize, the picture we have in our consciousness of the
actuality. Philosophically, Actuality is Truth, ever-constant, never-
changing, and eternal. Truth Is. Reality is related to forms,
to "illusions" that the actual state produces through its vibrations.
The Absolute state is immutable. Realities are transmutable. Change
the vibrations of a thing and we change the manifestation of the
thing. This is the basis of alchemy where through certain processes
it is possible to change base metals into gold, or water into wine.
The various manifestations of matter and spirit are the result of
differences in their vibratory rate. From pure spirit to gross
matter, all is energy in vibratory motion.
Vibrations are measured in numbers, in frequency. Each frequency
emanating from an "object" or "substance" has a positive or negative
polarity, that is they may vibrate in an even or an uneven number;
and this determines its predisposition to be attracted to or repelled
by other objects or substances with an opposing polarity. The octave
in which an object vibrates also determines to a large degree whether
it will be attracted to or repelled by another object. Every particle
of energy vibrates with a certain motion, speed, and frequency. The
combination of these factors determines the substance of any given
object, whether it be physical or metaphysical.
The Law of Polarity
In Hermeticism, this law is expressed thus: "Everything is dual,
everything has poles. Everything has its pair of opposites; like and
unlike are the same; opposites are identical in nature but different
in degree; extremes meet; all truths are but half-truths, partial
truths; all paradoxes may be reconciled." Polarity is to be found in
everything. All forms of energies have their positive and negative
aspects. A change in a person's mental, emotional and physical
condition is a change in their polarity. The term "polarity" and its
positive and negative aspects as used here do not carry any moral
connotation. It is strictly an electronic issue and not a moralistic
one.
"Positive" and "negative" are relative terms. As seen from a certain
perspective a thing may be called positive; however, should it be
viewed from a higher standpoint it could be labeled negative. To
illustrate this, it is difficult to tell where "cold" ends, and "hot"
begins, both opposites being really identical in nature, though
different in degree. This principle also applies in the mental and
desire realms.
The positive polarity is penetrative, electric, and active. The
negative polarity is receptive, magnetic, and passive.
The Law of Rhythm
This law is sometimes called the Law of Cycles. Everything moves in
cycles and at a certain rhythm. Everything is in a constant state of
flux; everything has its tides, its ebb and flow, its rise and fall;
the pendulum--swing manifests in everything; the measure of the swing
to the right is the measure of the swing to the left; rhythm
compensates.
Everything has its phases of action and rest; activity and passivity;
its zenith and nadir. Nature has her seasons which are indicated by
the equinoxes and solstices. There are certain things best done in a
certain cycle rather than in another. In Ecclesiastes, King Solomon
expresses it thus: "To every thing there is a season, and a time to
every purpose under the heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die;
a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted; a time
to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to
build up . . . " The Law of Cycles may be a superstition to some;
however, its reality is now being proven by Science.
It is well known that all organisms are governed by the Law of Rhythm
or Cycles. For instance, the menstruation cycle of female mammals,
the biorhythm governing man's physical, emotional and mental
performance, etc.
Everything that has happened throughout the ages has happened in
cycles--earthquakes , wars, the rise and fall of empires and nations--
which some scientists have discovered to be related to the cyclic
occurrence of solar flares and sun spots. Some prophecies may be
accurate because they are based on the Law of Cycles. The cyclic law
gave birth to the sayings, "history repeats itself," and that "there
is nothing new under the sun."
The Law of Friction
This law governs the heat aspect of any atom, the radiation of an
atom, and the effect of that radiation on any other atom. Basically,
friction occurs when two particles, substances, or bodies interact or
collide. Kinetic energy is produced when this occurs and it may be
harnessed to empower the building-up of thought-forms in magickal
work.
The Law of Gender
Gender is in everything. It is related to form and characteristics.
On the other hand, polarity is related to the frequency of an energy-
structure. Everything in existence has its Masculine and Feminine
Principles-- one expressive, the other potential; gender manifests in
all planes. Psychologically, in man we have the anima, or female
aspect, and the animus, or male aspect; one is dominant in the
female, the other dominant in the male, while the opposite gender of
both usually lies dormant in the sub-consciousness.
The Law of Mentalism
All is Mind; the Universe is Mental. Whatever exist, exists as a
thought in the Cosmic Mind. All thoughts in the Cosmic Mind are
patterns of energies structured with the essence of God. All thoughts
are realities that are transmutable. Man, like everything else, is a
thought in the Cosmic Mind. Should the Cosmic Mind cease to think,
everything would vanish, including man; realities would disappear.
Everything in the universe is created by thought, and it is an occult
axiom that "thoughts are things."
Paradoxically, although man is but a thought in the Cosmic Mind, he
in turns produces thought; and whatever he produces in his world is a
result of his thought. Through thought man produces his reality. When
man functions from the human level, he produces human creations from
the power of his mind, his thoughts and his creations are limited in
scope; however, as man progresses and acquires a higher consciousness
attuned with the Cosmic Mind, he may produce creations of cosmic
proportions. Man is destined to be God's co-creator; for man's true
being in actuality, is of God. Progression is not dependent upon
space and time, it may occur here and now through proper oneness with
the Cosmic.
Everything is basically energy--mind is likewise composed of energy
in a certain structural pattern. When mind influences matter, in
actual fact it is energy working upon itself in a certain way. Since
energy is fluidic and kinetic in nature it flows where it is directed
to by one's mental attention. The direction of energy is not limited
by time or space, for these are simply illusions perceived by one's
consciousness. The law of Mentalism is one of the keys to
manifestation.
The Law of World-View/Perspect ive
The world we perceive is actually the interface or mixture of the
noumenal world--the Tao, the objective actuality that is unknowable--
and our selves (the subject). Our conception, interpretations and
beliefs concerning outer reality plays a definite role in determining
the reality that we experience. Changing our conceptions, our world
view, does not change the eternal, actual world, but it does change
the perceived world--the reality that we perceive. This is important
because it is the world we touch, see, and act upon. This is how we
create our own reality.
The world is what we think it is. If we want to change our reality,
we should change what we think. If the reality is shared collectively
by many individuals comprising a group-consciousness , then the whole
group should agree to establish a new thought in order to create
changes. It should be understood from the above that all systems
instilling in us a certain world-view are arbitrary as they are all
based on interpretation. Most of life's problems may be solved by
simply changing our world view, our attitudes, perspectives,
feelings, and beliefs. The power to transmute one's world-view is a
part of the occult science called "mental alchemy."
Changing our world-view makes real changes in the world of our
experiences. "Because there are an infinite number of ways to
perceive the world, there are an infinite number of worlds we may
assemble with our awareness." Struggles, suffering and strife in life
are fundamentally expressions of our own reality that we create
daily. We may run away from our problems by changing our environment,
but our inner reality, our world-view, re-creates similar problems
over and over again until we learn to transmute or transcend them.
The actual underlying state of the universe is unknowable to us as
long as we retain the world-view of the separateness of self (the Law
of Duality). "You can become one with the universe but you cannot
step back and observe it, because you are in it. You cannot observe a
phenomenon without altering it by your mode of perception. There is
no such thing as an independent observer. You participate in creating
the world by perceiving it." This is proven in laboratory experiments
concerning the behavior of subatomic particles. Physicists have
discovered that their own mental force or observations upon subatomic
particles influences those particles greatly, causing them to act in
an erratic and unpredictable manner.
The Law of Paradox
No world-view or belief framework may encompass the whole world. No
world-view is universally valid. "Two models, or "laws" may conflict
with each other and still be true in their proper context;" or on the
other hand, they may be false. "Two people may experience the same
event yet perceive entirely different occurrences. " What is real to
one may be unreal to another. Our nerve receptors or senses are
limited in the scope of frequencies that they may receive. Our minds
are restricted as to its faculties. Our interpretations of what we
experience may be faulty. Our rationality is circumscribed by the
intellect, the world out there is as it is. The world is not bound by
the confines of our world-views. "The trick is to switch from one
model to another as it becomes appropriate. "
The Law of Pragmatism
"If it works, it is true," at least in a relative sense. "A world-
view is only valid if it enables its perceivers to accomplish their
goals," whatever that may be. "The more successful a world view is in
fulfilling the goal structure that its viewers possess, the more
valid it could be said to be." If a world view is practical and
universally applicable it gradually acquires a collective reality
status in the consciousness of humanity. It becomes a living entity
in the mental world and influences men for good or for ill.
The Law of Attention
This is one of the laws of the mental plane. "The more evidence one
looks for to support a given law, conclusion, or world-view the more
one will find."
"Since we create our world each moment, we are constantly maintaining
our world-view. This is done by means of a recursive internal
dialogue of words and symbols with which we constantly edit our
perceptions. By rearranging our attention, we arrange our world-
view." In short, we perceive what we wish to perceive. We interpret
things in accord with our beliefs. We change facts to fit our
conceptions. Our behavior and reactions or responsive actions to the
world are dependent upon what world-view we constantly keep alive in
our minds by our conscious or subconscious attention.
The Law of Attention may also be called the "Law of Fixation." It
pertains to energy transmission. Whatever and wherever we focus our
attention, we send energy rays. By focusing our attention on an
object with a certain thought or feeling, we impress our thought-
feeling force upon the object, thus influencing it. Energy follows
mental attention. As evolution progresses, the Soul will evolve the
faculty of forming definite concrete thoughtforms, and through these
stable products the Soul produces what it needs to evolve or subdue
the fluctuations of the lower principles of the microcosm.
The Law of Synchronicity
"Synchronicity is a term coined by Dr. Carl Jung to describe the
meaningful coincidences that seemingly cannot be described by the Law
of Cause and Effect (Karma). They are events connected by pattern or
meaning rather than time. Some interpret this as a developing and
ongoing dialogue between the perceiver and the consciousness of the
universe. This dialogue is overt to the degree the perceiver is
receptive to or aware of it." Communications between the
consciousness of the universe and the perceiver usually comes in the
form of symbols, or seemingly unrelated symbolic events with a
similar import. These symbolic coincidences are a working code
transmitted by higher intelligences to the human mind. They contain a
special cryptic message that must be solved by the harmonious
cooperation of both brain hemispheres and through soul-alignment. All
forms of divination are based on the Law of Synchronicity.
In the writer's experience and understanding, the Cosmic does not
cause a thing to occur solely for a single reason. It usually has
several reasons for manifesting a certain condition or circumstance
in a person's life. This is in fact an expression of the Law of
Economics. Figuratively speaking, the Cosmic "kills several birds
with a single stone."
The Law of Relative Truth
Every statement is true in one sense, false in another, and
meaningless from the standpoint of the Tao. This is a function of
one's vantage point (world-view) . In the words of Hassan Ibn
Sabbah, "Nothing is true. Everything is permissible. "
There are two kinds of Truth in the cosmos, one Absolute, the other
Relative. The Absolute Truth is unchanging and eternal. What it is in
actuality cannot be described with positive statements but with
negative pronouncements, such as the famous yogic expression; "neti,
neti," or "not this, not this." Positive statements simply
circumscribe and limit the nature of Absolute Truth. We may, for
instance, describe the Absolute as being pure; instantly, the
question comes up, "how pure?" By such inquiries we fall back into
the conceptual world, into the world of relativity with which we
customarily feel comfortable.
Relative truth has many facets and is ever changing. It is illusory
in one sense, and in another real only to those who have conscious
awareness of it or give it credence. For instance, certain forms of
black magic are based upon the fear principle as transmitted through
suggestions. Should one accept and believe in the nefarious
suggestions one gives them power over oneself. If their illusory
power is seen for what it is and negated through right understanding,
then the suggestions have no affect on one's being.
The Law of Connection
Every action between two psycho-organisms is an energy exchange, and
connection between them remains even after separation. Every
transmission of energy causes a link to be formed between the giver
and the receiver. Unless severed by metaphysical means, this link
created by the processes described above remains indefinitely; and
this linkage may cause some problems to both parties. In the Huna
teachings of Polynesia this link is called the "aka thread."
To oppose something with force, whether physical, emotional or
mental, is to maintain its psychic connection and power over us. "Two
opposites each contain the essence of the other." This law is the
basis of karmic relationships between life-units and is far reaching
in its effects.
The Law of Synthesis
"Any two opposing forces or concepts may be unified in a (single)
force which will contain both the original opposites." This is the
Law of Creation. By unifying two different energies we create
something new which has something of each of its parent and yet,
different from the energies that produced it. Take for instance
hydrogen and oxygen. Both are different manifestations which may be
isolated in the laboratory. By combining these gases, we produce
water, H2O. We use this illustration as an example of the application
of the law in a physical sense. This law is not confined to the
physical, however. It may be applied to the emotional, mental, and
spiritual aspects of the micro- and macrocosm. This Law of Synthesis
is a sub-law of the Law of Trinity.
The Law of Personification
"Any concept, force, object, or phenomena may be considered to be
alive, to have a personality, to be an entity." Corollary to this law
are the sub-laws of Invocation and Evocation: "any concepts, forces,
or objects which manifest as entities can and should be treated as
real beings. These beings, (or patterns of conscious energy), can
also be viewed as objectified aspects of ourselves, but it is
useless, perhaps even dangerous, to take this attitude while actually
dealing with them. Do not be fooled just because something is only
the personification of a pattern of energies. You can be described
this way, too."
It should be stressed that this universe is a living organism. This
universe is made up of patterns of energies of different structures
and frequencies. There is nothing dead in the universe, and energy is
the basis of life. Patterns of energies possesses intelligence, each
with its own degree of awareness. Humans, like everything else are
composed of energies. Interaction or intercourse with energies may be
beneficial or harmful-not because of any inherent goodness or evil,
but because the energies are inharmonious or harmonious with one's
energy-structure and system.
The Law of Interfaces
"Power exists in the interfaces of things. These are the "between"
places that are not entirely one thing or another. Traditionally,
these places include caves, grottoes, towers, mountains, beaches,
wells, crossroads, and cliffs."
"All the chief times of change of the day are also considered to be
powerful (as interfaces). These are dawn, noon, twilight (sunset),
and midnight." Dawn is neither morning nor night, twilight is neither
night nor day, etc. Also, the solstices and equinoxes, the seasonal
changes of the year, have always been thought very important for the
same reason.
During the "between" time and places the interface between the third
dimension and the fourth or higher are thinned; it is also a
condition where cosmic energies are increased. At the various
interfaces, human consciousness, vibrations and energies are raised,
while the consciousness, vibrations and energies of fourth-
dimensional beings are lowered causing a possible interaction between
both. Magical rituals and mystical practices are more potent when
carried-out according to the Law of Interfaces.
There are also energy points located geographically on the planet
that function as interfaces between dimensions. They may be located
anywhere at all, even in one's own living room. These power points
are located on energy channels called in Chinese Occultism, "dragon
lines." They correspond to the Ley lines of Western occultism, and
microcosmically, to the meridian channels within the human body.
These dragon lines and their power points are electromagnetic in
nature, and though they may have a geographical location they may
change their position when caused by disruptive environmental
conditions or disturbed by geo-terrestrial movements. Power points
may radiate beneficial or harmful energies--the "good and bad" chi of
Feng Shui. Ancient temples and sites of worship were normally built
upon the earth's power points. The sacred feeling that ancient
temples may arouse in one is derived from the presence of the
magnetism of the location's interface. Conversely, a feeling of
eeriness of a certain place may also be the result of a power point
radiating negative energy, or bad Chi. These energies attract spirits-
-whether nature or human-vibrating at similar frequencies.
The Law of Words of Power
"There are words (symbols) that are able to change the inner and/or
outer realities of those using/perceiving them. These words do not
necessarily need to be consciously understood by those
using/perceiving them in order to have their effect." The basis of
these words of power, or mantras lie in their vibrational value, in
the structural energy-pattern that they form through the enunciation
of them, and the way that these vibrations and energy-pattern affect
our bio-field, internal organs, and environment.
That sound vibrations may form into patterns may be demonstrated by
placing a plate of glass on a pedestal and sprinkling fine sand on
the glass, one can manifest the patterns of the vibrations by drawing
a violin bow on the edge of the glass plate and cause the vibrations
to flow across the surface of the glass thereby arranging the sand in
various forms and patterns. The formation of intricate patterns of
snow flakes are also the result of "sound," or vibration.
The vibrational value is just one aspect of the power of mantras;
another view is that these words have accumulated power through their
use and attention over thousands of years. From this perspective,
mantras through their constant use, are imbued with a certain
consciousness and acquire a certain existence in the higher
dimensions. The use of them puts one into contact with their
intrinsic mother-power bestowed upon them by the mind of beings who
have used them throughout the ages. Through its use mantras become
more and more powerful.
One of the notions concerning words of power is that there is an
intrinsic primordial connection, a resonance, between these words and
the forces or concepts they represent that goes beyond human
design. "Many people believe this about Sanskrit, claiming that it is
the original root language of humanity." The same principle applies
to the Arabic alphabet where each character is supposed to represent
a khodam, or angelic spirit being and its power. Repeated
enunciation, or chanting of the characters of the alphabet supposedly
evokes the spirit beings which resonates with them.
From the above we can see that in some ancient traditions and
languages, the occult power and value of sounds were embodied in or
represented by the characters of their alphabet. The knowledgeable
one would know how to arrange these characters/sounds to manipulate
nature's forces for the desired effects.
The Law of Magical Names
In magical systems of symbolism, "a name is the thing named." "This
is to say that, in some way, there is an analogical correspondence
between the name and the thing named. There is a connection created
by shared structure," a certain resonance.
"To know the true name of a person, place, or thing is to have
complete control over it. Of course, you could never command
something to do anything which was not in its nature. To know a
thing's true name is to know its nature. What most people consider to
be a name is really, in the magical sense, only a label." One's true
name is related to the vibrational value, or the frequency of one's
Soul-Self.
The Law of Group-Consciousness
An individual has power to transform his personal reality, but a
group of individuals possess the power to transform a collective
reality by working together for a common purpose. There is more power
working in numbers than when working solitarily. Reality may be
shared with others--one' s experiences, circumstances, and conditions
may be adopted by others as their own. A single person may fail to
save his nation from catastrophe, but by working with others the
impending catastrophe may be eradicated. For instance, in the Old
Testament there is this story of Sodom and Gomorrah. The inhabitants
of these twin cities were degenerated. One day God visited Abraham
and expressed his intention of destroying them. Abraham then started
bargaining on their behalf. The bargain ended by God acquiescing to
Abraham's plea that if 10 good men were found He would not destroy
those cities.
This tale demonstrates the law that if a group of men were to gather
together for a common purpose and work some changes, whether
physically or metaphysically, dire predictions of calamities may be
withheld from manifestation and destroyed before they outpicture in
the physical world. The prayer of a single person may have the power
to affect two persons, the prayers of two individuals may affect 4
people, the prayers of three individuals affect 8, and so on. Each
time the power is multiplied by two and grows in momentum.
