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hey R, nice to see ya... Yes, serious cleansing is in order...opening of a sacred space, sage, cedar, protection.. Some may be there for a reason, only you can determine that and you can. |
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who are the free masons?
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okay i remembered a new bit of information should anyone now or in the future be interested.
once a free mason you have the choice to persue dgrees through the york or scottish rites. the york rite is the shorter of the two and the levels of degrees break down into three categories (correct me if im wrong):the royal arch, the cryptic degrees, and the knights templar sequentially. the scottish right has 32 -starting with the "ineffable" degrees of the lodge of perfection in masonry- taking longer to complete. i believe the rose of croix and the council of kadosh falls under the 32 degrees as well and i think i recall the last few degrees being called degrees of honour. there is also a new worshipful master of the lodge every year in some lodges...this may be different in other lodges. the position in the lodges im "familiar with" is an elected position. also it takes a few years to become a worshipful master...having to be elected by brethren to become a steward, senior steward, tiler, junior warden, senior warden and junior/senior deacons etc etc etc first and having progressed through the different "offices". most lodges are always expanding as well and coming up with new plans for the lodge and outreach to the community which require official chairs. the basic principal is working together in brotherhood to find your own truths in life. i know this doesnt really relate to alchemy but i think anyone who might chance upon this thread in interest of masonry might find the information here to further pique their interest. |
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If you believe in karma....
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I don't see karma as a moral compass. I am the moral compass. I know what is right and wrong and if I choose wrong, negative, then I am going to receive that energy back. Karma in not an entity of judgment, it is living energy passing between all things. ive been really studying further into reincarnations than i ever have before lately and i find my defintion(stated above) has changed as i persue my studies further. i too believe karma is a living energy passing between all things, because all things are made up of the same energy...the great spirit,have you. because karma is the part of us we bring forward into our new lives it is this energy that comes forth with us. (when we die our energy must go somewhere changing form in all the ways you learn as a little kid in school but further multiplied into spiritual realms)karmic debt is all of the ideas and restrictions and griefs and regrets we keep bringing forth lifetime to lifetime...until we realize that the true karma of all things is that it is really easy for us to heal all those moments and cleanse ourselves of all that debt and to move forward in our paths of ascension. probably to create some new karmic debts along the way but hey thats life = ) The energy in our body is chemically induced. We feed our engine, give it sunlight and water and it makes all these little chemicals that interact to create energy. When we stop feeding our body or when the biological functioning of the cells are interrupted, it stops making chemicals and it dies. There is no energy that goes anywhere, it simply stops being produced. |
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Edited by
bohemianbugeater
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Wed 09/15/10 11:41 PM
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and out came a pillow to place under the table for next time
i put in the t-shirt (i was thinking the same thing chulo....glad to see you again!) |
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hauntings
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Sounds like your initial problem was solved very nicely. Thanks for sharing your experience with us. |
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Edited by
bohemianbugeater
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Wed 09/15/10 10:43 PM
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and out came the secrets to the universe.
i put in some cerveza ((rara)) ((papi chulo)) (ps hope i did that right...lemme know) |
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who are the free masons?
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I am a freemason and I believe that to understand the Freemasons you have to understand their history to some extent. There is allot of gray area as far as this is concerned but from my research the Freemasons began as a guild of stone masons. Later they were contracted to build the many of the great Gothic Cathedrals in Europe at which point they were imparted sacred knowledge by the Cistercians which was a off shoot of the Essenes. The secrets of the Freemasons are that they obtained proof of God that is veiled in symbol and only those that are dedicated and determined enough will find it. The Freemasons know that everyone is on the same spiritual path, but we are all just at different points so only those that are ready to get the information will find it. Lions' Club. |
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who are the free masons?
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as i recall are you how ya been? i didnt recognize you without the old prof pic! My little lab dude with metal wings? He is still hanging around in my profile. I don't remember why I switched, probably just for fun. A guy needs to have a little fun on Mingle! |
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hauntings
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Would someone who is so sensitive to vibrations also sense weather patterns, earthquakes, meteor showers all around the world? The earth is, after all, just a very teeny – teeny tiny little closed system. So it would make sense that one who is so 'sensitive' to vibrations on a more universal level as to feel non-physical spiritual vibrations, would be extraordinarily well equipped to be an early warning system to billions of people here on earth. I mean we’re only here for a short time and we have an eternity to be spirits – so why not use all that love, compassion, and desire to help others, by putting that sensitivity to use right here? I'm just asking, who know's someone reading might think "I never thought of that" the hope is that what followes would be some valid research in understanding a little more about the thinks they speak of. however in scanning your posts this popped out. actually in my experience there are lots of people (and children included) in todays world that do "use all that love, compassion, and desire to help others, by putting that sensitivity to use right here". as there have been throughout history. im going to adress this later but wanted to post this as a reminder to myself too. paradox tends to approach his views as research and since he analyzes everything he takes a slightly different viewpoint than myself. i on the other hand find my own truths through my own intuition and and maybe some stuff i pick up along the way in my search for my own peronal truths and beliefs. so in my mind its more of a philosophical discussion and one im really enjoying. i have to head out for tonight but ill check in soon with some new posts the other thing that bothered me is you wonder why ppl talk aloud to spirits...its because its one of the most basic ways the majority of the population of humans on earth communicate. its actually not needed in communicating with the spirit realm. most of it isnt communicated that way anyway but ratherin will, intent, thought, and symbols in my mind. also this is not something that is singular to a select group of ppl...everyone has this capability. each persons capability is also unique...kind of like a fingerprint...there are similarities...but it is unique. for me speaking aloud sometimes gives me strength and resolve in getting my points across...or if im in front of other ppl i deem it polite. also if they see how im choosing to communicate then they can follow my thought pattern more easily, which may in turn inspire them to individualize their own form of future communication. ill have to read this page of the thread again in the morning but i couldnt shut my mind off tonight without spilling these words out of me lol. hope everyone has an enjoyable evening and wonderful day tomorrow. hopefully my mind will be more with it tomorrow. night all |
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hauntings
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Would someone who is so sensitive to vibrations also sense weather patterns, earthquakes, meteor showers all around the world? The earth is, after all, just a very teeny – teeny tiny little closed system. So it would make sense that one who is so 'sensitive' to vibrations on a more universal level as to feel non-physical spiritual vibrations, would be extraordinarily well equipped to be an early warning system to billions of people here on earth. I mean we’re only here for a short time and we have an eternity to be spirits – so why not use all that love, compassion, and desire to help others, by putting that sensitivity to use right here? I'm just asking, who know's someone reading might think "I never thought of that" the hope is that what followes would be some valid research in understanding a little more about the thinks they speak of. however in scanning your posts this popped out. actually in my experience there are lots of people (and children included) in todays world that do "use all that love, compassion, and desire to help others, by putting that sensitivity to use right here". as there have been throughout history. im going to adress this later but wanted to post this as a reminder to myself too. paradox tends to approach his views as research and since he analyzes everything he takes a slightly different viewpoint than myself. i on the other hand find my own truths through my own intuition and and maybe some stuff i pick up along the way in my search for my own peronal truths and beliefs. so in my mind its more of a philosophical discussion and one im really enjoying. i have to head out for tonight but ill check in soon with some new posts |
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hauntings
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i also love to write poetry. i can see where the afore mentioned readers could have drawn their conclusions from. do you remember when anna nicole smith raved about her personal ghost lover to a magazine during the bill clinton scandal? the same anna nicole that died from a prescription overdose, right? |
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hauntings
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When the three ghosts would visit I found that they were just watching over me and making sure I was okay. It took a bit getting used. I mean when they would all try to talk at once it was a problem but they worked it out. 3? I'm dealing with an entire crowd here...indeed the "all talking to me at once" thing..I can relate to that..you have to make a point that you need to rest and your mind is not a revolving door for them to use. By the way, the spirits in general are pissed off lately..no one in particular, but just how things are with life and humanity. yeah ive noticed that theres more anger and tension in the environment. early this year i actually woke up from a child scratching me and bled for a good five minutes. trent even took pics of it. however it was a one time instance. most i notice are just very disgruntled. this is the first year,ferenc, in my whole life that things actually wouldnt stop being loud or go away no matter how i asked them or put my foot down. when that happens i smudge with white sage and have a friend of ours that is a priest bless our home. since ive posted this ive been guided to do some very grounding meditations to help regain control of my environment. theyve worked phenomenally well. i used to do variations of this meditation, especially before bed, a few years back and had success with it, however i never thought of it this year. this mor eintense one has really helped enable me to calm my whole environment which has been a HUGE blessing. activity is higher, but im able to tamper it down and deal with what i opt to deal with in my own time. thanks for the great advice |
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I Love
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and i love how much love you share and how happy you are...and how sappy i sound...if heartfelt kotc sister
I love my new digs here on the coast I love strolling the beach I love my new man I love my life |
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I Love
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too cool! how fun!
I LOVE THAT NEXT WEEK WILL BE TAKING A TRIP TO THE TRAIL OF TEN FALLS hope it has rained lots by then i love the smell of all the wild flowers trees and when all the falls are flowing super heavy love the deafaning sound of the roaring water |
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thanks. weve made a lot of progress.
I don't have any experience with helping spirits/souls to the light. Sorry I can't help you with it. I hope the individual you met will be able to help you. |
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I always thought that if they cant get to where they are trying to go, it means that they have unfinished business. Maybe they have regrets that need to be addressed? I dunno. I sure hope you get the answers you need. the feeling i kept getting with this certain spirit was wanting to move on but afraid to do so. kind of like psyching yourself out - which if you think about it is pretty normal...everyone does it now and again. i just wanted to post that "dess" did move on (supposedly into the light) and since then weve had another group request but have been able to help them forward. i was expecting this however with the high volume of activity through our home and was prepared the second time around. i also had posted this in another thread called "hauntings" in the science and philosophy forum (you can just follow my posts under my <--- default if youre interested in discussing it there). some members had some very helpful tips that have worked and there has been some slight discussion about different types of souls and why they may be "trapped" and different ppls beliefs. im such a "chatty cathy" that i love talking about anything with anyone so if youd like to check it out anyone is of course more than welcome. i look forward to learning others pov and the discussions on personal beliefs and philosophies that can spin off topics such as these. thanks again everyone for posting |
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Hi bohemian - I don't know how to help you but I wanted you to know that I read your post and wanted to send my support. Good luck to you, it sounds like a very difficult thing to deal with. |
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Chuck Norris has my phone #
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Yes he does. And it is scary. Did you know he has grandkids? he also has a PhD... ...in PAIN. |
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Chuck Norris has my phone #
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Watch out though...the answering machine answers to Chuck Norris and for a wrong answer, the answering machine is promptly destroyed by low-frequency tones Chuck Norris makes..it shorts out the circuits of anything. you should use this to your advantage. record the part of the call where he says "this is chuck norris" and make it your new answering machine msg. then all telemarketers will actually take you off their lists even though you asked them to yrs ago and youre on the national do not call list, all debt collectors will run and hide forgive your debts, and hey if the irs calls youll be exempt from taxes...forever. in the words of borat...is niiiice. if anything else you know that the last ten minutes you spend around chuck youre going to get to watch an amazing fight. beats ringside tickets. just dont mess with texas |
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Topic:
If you believe in karma....
Edited by
bohemianbugeater
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Tue 09/14/10 05:50 PM
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If you believe in karma does that make you spiritual or religious? I believe in karma, so I do not do bad things no matter whether I will get caught or not. No lying, no cheating, no gossiping, etc... I even feel if I have terrible thoughts about someone else I will be paid back in some way by the karma that will come back to me. Does that make me spiritual? I don't know. Because karma to me is the energy exchange we have with our environment and all that reside in it, I think of it as more scientific than spiritual. But it can't be verified so that takes the proof out of the equation. Do you believe in karma? Several yeas after I had given up on the American (Western)religious ideals I began exploring the mysticism of ancient Eastern Indian philosophy/beliefs. (about 30 odd years ago). It was quite an interesting passtime, alas, after years of following its history and tracing through its various manifestations in different parts of the world to the (then) present, to me it seemed like all the other beliefs, created by humans who desparately needed to have answers that could explain their lot in life. At an rate, I always considered it mysticism because in its original form, it was a belief in which souls/spirits and a spiritual realm existed. So when I think of karma, I consider it a spiritual belief -although it really is more philosophy, aimed at explaining our circumstances and what power we had to control the course of cause and effect, as well as a very creative story line that explained the re-emergence of the universe according to its own karma. So creative was some of the original myths that they lead to some very interesting philisophical perspectives about life. Anyway - I really just wanted to make the following contribution - one of my favorite songs and it just happens to fall in with the topic at hand: If you've never heard them sing it here's a live version http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HiiNjog4k7k&feature=related Indigo Girls Galileo Lyrics Songwriters: Saliers, Emily Ann Galileo's head was on the block the crime was looking up the truth as the bombshells of my daily fears explode I try to trace them to my youth Then you had to bring up reincarnation over a couple of beers the other night And now I'm serving time for mistakes made by another in another lifetime How long till my soul gets it right can any human being ever reach that kind of light I call on the resting soul of Galileo king of night vision king of insight I think about my fear of motion which I never could explain some other fool across the ocean years ago must have crashed his little airplane How long till my soul gets it right can any human being ever reach that kind of light I call on the resting soul of Galileo king of night vision king of insight I'm not making a joke you know me I take everything so seriously if we wait for the time till all souls get it right then at least I know there'll be no nuclear annihilation in my lifetime …I'm still not right I offer thanks to those before me that's all i've got to say maybe you squandered big bucks in your lifetime now I've got to pay but then again it feels like some sort of inspiration to let the next life off the hook or she'll say look what i had to overcome from my last life I think I'll write a book How long till my soul gets it right can any human being ever reach that kind of light except for the resting sould of galileo king of night vision king of insight how long, (till my soul gets it right) how long, (till my soul gets it right) how lo o o n n g "after following its history and tracing through its various manifestations in different parts of the world to the (then) present, to me it seemed like all the other beliefs, created by humans who desparately needed to have answers that could explain their lot in life. At an rate, I always considered it mysticism because in its original form, it was a belief in which souls/spirits and a spiritual realm existed. So when I think of karma, I consider it a spiritual belief -although it really is more philosophy, aimed at explaining our circumstances and what power we had to control the course of cause and effect, as well as a very creative story line that explained the re-emergence of the universe according to its own karma." this really sums up how i used to view karma fairly well. i dont really think it matters whether it is spiritual or philosophical,whether religion or silly notion. whatever causes us to think and flex our brain muscles in this life is whats important. we all have the ability to be "our own moral compass." which really are two huge steps on each of our journeys. if we were in a coffee shop right now speaking into the mike id be snapping my fingers off to you posters. kudos. |
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