06-13-2012, 08:53 PM
(This post was last modified: 06-13-2012, 09:19 PM by godwide_void.)
(05-22-2012, 09:19 AM)ShinAr Wrote: When you come to a very narrow doorway hidden in deep fog you can force your self through it and fall blindly into whatever resides on the other side unprepared and vulnerable to those influences. Or you can take the time to feel around and discern the environment before you enter through carefully, and pay close attention to every aspect of your surrounding as you become a part of it.
Those people who go crazy in their churches claiming to be under the influence of the Spirit, have simply allowed themselves to fall through that doorway.
The Shaman sitting quietly next to the fire while his spirit soars with the eagle, has stepped through that passage with great caution and clarity.
Shin'Ar's addition speaks the truth in all points made, the above being an especially potent verse of wisdom that conveys the marked contrast between those who may walk to and fro dissonant worlds at will with the knowledge held prior of what awaits one, what the destination will be in the general sense, and the manner in which to perform the intended works in the altered state. The prominent degrees of traversing realms manifests as the middle ground of the experience in which the altered state is entered where the circumstance is that a higher state is held while still grounded and conscious in the 'lower' or baseline realm.
For those who seek to perform acts of plant-assisted healing, to execute manifestations or to perform magical workings (e.g. bending the will of another with the mind as I was once on the receiving end of, transmitting thoughts or sharing a group mind, creating objects or projectiles of energy, etc.) this state is crucial to achieve in that grounding is retained yet the consciousness soars high. The second degree is that of the state where large quantities of the sacrament are ingested to result in a physically and involuntarily catatonic state, typically in order to perform 'deeper' work such as immersing oneself into extra-dimensional realities, accessing parallel realities, out of body experiences, venturing inwards to achieve contact with one's inner essence, 'doing work' in the abysmal jeweled chambers of the clearing one accesses or merely to attain direct experiences of hidden truths which lie beyond those experiences afforded in consensus reality.
Gemini Wolf Wrote:GV, your insight into the shamanic path was very revealing.
Would you say that shamans who practice healing, and doing their talents are walking a left-hand path?
To be sure, that's the path of self-development, correct?
Although shamans do not generally concern themselves with this dichotomy of left and right hand paths, the shamanic practice would be considered a left hand path system as dogma is non-existent and faith is not baseless as it is entirely dependent upon and determined by the direct experiences which the shaman has undergone. Their works cannot be accomplished through faith alone, for they know what energy they are working with and they have perceived and understood that which they honor and seek to revere in, by, and through their practice. However, what constitutes a shaman goes far beyond merely understanding the functions and proper usage of certain plants and the ability to utilize these states brought about by these tools to their fullest mystical extent. Though this is a generalization, the shaman co-exists and lives in harmony with nature, being at one with him/herself and the world around them, understanding that the essence of both is one in the same. The shaman of a community typically acts as mediator, healer, patriarch, adviser and esoteric peacekeeper.
However, not all shamans use their power for benevolent purposes and practice dark sorcery for their own selfish and perhaps wicked ends, this analogous to what Shin'Ar spoke of in his relaying of the notion that not all those whose powers, capabilities, knowledge of truth and level of consciousness are equal to or surpassing of those of the negative elite join the elite, but rather become proponents of the personal practice of the left hand path (as Serpent Masters) or merely wandering and humble individuals who cultivate enormous power in order to one day benefit the entire planet. Interesting to note is that the term "shaman" is a general umbrella term and the vast majority of communities and cultures where there exist a 'shaman' do not call them 'shamans'. This term is only used because it most easily communicates the only slightly accurate concept of 'old wise medicine man at one with nature who ingests plants and does magical and mystical miracles thereafter'. In reality their practice and system are so much more, they are generally traditionally-minded as it pertains to their tribe or community and more often than not they are indigenous.
I in no way consider myself a 'true' shaman although I have aligned myself somewhat sardonically and not entirely seriously with being a neo/urban shaman in that my focus, intentions and approach and when I engage in my personal practice share similar elements with that of a 'shaman', also considering that I am not Caucasian and have a great deal of indigenous blood coursing through my veins which, although I doubt plays too much of a role in my current disposition, interests, connections and capabilities, is incentive enough to cause me to seek to connect with my current life's ancestral roots and emulate their practice (i.e. Ayahuasqueros of the Brasilian Amazon). In reality, my practice is unorthodox and circumstantial and nowhere near as refined and highly developed relative to that of my ancestor's but then again I don't lack daily life obligations and responsibilities nor do I have virtually unlimited time and freedom to spend my days in jungles/forests sipping Ayahuasca in pursuit of enlightenment/divine gnosis, transcendence, and superior shamanic/psychic ability (although I still do and have managed to work towards and achieve to varying degrees such goals), yet in the few times I am able to spend my time in and connect with the beauty of nature are cherished and the fewer times I've imbibed Ayahuasca were unfortunately not in the beautiful setting which should generally accompany its usage, although the main functions, results and effects manifest primarily internally.
(06-13-2012, 05:13 PM)indolering Wrote: The reptilians are not inherently bad nor are humans inherently stupid. In our Universe of many dimensions and time-space realities there are good, loving creatures of most all races, and there are some who choose the path of service to self.
As Icke points out, in our present 'reality' a negative race of interdimensional reptilians have invaded this planet with the intent of extreme exploitation. For humanity, this is unacceptable. They must depart at once. And so they shall. But each of us must play our part - we have help from on high, for this conflict occurs on other levels also - but each of us who possess a measure of clarity and truth has a responsibility to actively participate in this transition.
The sacraments are a great gift from the Creator. Their great purpose of course is initiation and healing. There is a time and place for such things....:idea:
I am heavily in agreement with you especially in that these sacraments are gifts manifested by the Creator to help us remember and re-experience our true natures by initiating us into the majestic mystery of nature and unlocking our innate capabilities and also that those aligned with the light who have become aware and are capable of what forces would seek to harness and disperse ruin should make their stand when the time is ready. Perhaps the endeavors oriented in the former would greatly empower pursuit of the latter...? :idea:

I also have not yet finished watching your posted video in its entirety although it is very intriguing material and I will comment on it when I have completed it.