Theos-Talk Archives (April 1999 Message tt00156)

In a message dated 4/15/99 8:45:34 PM, Richtay@aol.com writes:

><<<<However in the KEY TO THEOSOPHY you will find that HPB narrows and
>defines the actual functions of the Theosophical principles and assigns
>reasons for those.  Also in FIVE YEARS OF THEOSOPHY will be found an
>article of hers on the SEVEN PRINCIPLES which antecedes the publishing
>of the KEY.  In that the 7 principles are discussed from the point of
>view of the Hindu schools and their basis is amply explained.>>>>
>
>It is also pretty clear, from HPB's flexibility in using these 'principles'
>>that they too are merely designations, and not realities in themselves.
> The seven 'principles' provide a picture of the universe and man that opens
>up our perspective and encourages us to work for the highest, but we must
>not be attached to this constellation of energies as the final picture.  HPB 
says
>herself, according to Commander Bowen in his article "How to Study the
>Secret Doctrine," that one's ideas must continually change and become 
grander,
>until the best position is to have no 'position' at all, even on the seven 
>principles.

I suggest that before assumptions are made as to the "reality" or not of the 
seven principles, you check out the cross-sectional "chakrafield" diagram (on 
the  website at 
http://members.aol.com/uniwldarts/uniworld.artisans.guild/chakrafield.html) 
...showing how the "principles" (or energy fields that represent them) are 
actually evolved, while indicating the complex network of lines of force 
linking them together in a logical manner based on, and consistent with, the 
teachings in the Secret Doctrine, as well as with the evolutionary "formulas" 
given out in the Book of Dzyan.

Also attached herewith is a copy a letter explaining this evolution (that is 
also posted to the bn-study list).  I hope it helps clarify the "reality" of 
the 7 principles, and gives us all a better understanding of the pure science 
behind ALL the teachings of theosophy with relationship to our connection 
with the universal spirit.  

Respectfully,

Leon Maurer
leonmaurer@aol.com
http://www.tellworld.com/Astro.Biological.Coenergetics/


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Greetings friends,

Here is a further look at the scientific basis of cosmogenesis with reference 
to the second fundamental principle (the laws of cycles and periodicity) and 
their influence on the subsequent formation of the descending fields that 
correspond to the fundamental nature of all evolving beings throughout the 
manifest universe.  

Study of and meditation on these processes should lead us to a greater 
understanding of why the 3 objects of the TM were formulated by HPB as a 
guide to the work and study necessary to be engaged in by all theosophists, 
in order to arrive at a "truer understanding of the Self, and to be better 
able to help and teach others."

To follow up on 7 as a universal prime number related to all manifest fields 
or levels (planes) of consciousness in the universe--using purely geometric 
analysis in combination with the laws of cycles--(referring to my previous 
posts as well as  the cross-sectional "chakrafield" energy flow diagram** at 
http://members.aol.com/uniwldarts/uniworld.artisans.guild/chakrafield.html)-- 

Observe that: 

The (outer) spherical field (shown as a circle on the 2-D cross-section 
diagram) of universal energy emanating, or expanding from the spin of the 
*primal* zero-(Laya-) point--initially forms a three cycle continuous, 
beginningless and endless, "figure eight" loop (two circles inside the 
surrounding outer circle)--with the dual lines of force flowing inward at the 
*positive* zero- (cross-) point, through the central (origin) zero- (cross-) 
point, and outward at the *negative* zero- (cross-) point.  

Both of the zero points located at the positive (top) and negative (bottom) 
sides of the outer sphere (corresponding to the supreme spiritual field), are 
reflections of the primal zero-point at its center of origin.  (Note that the 
energy flows begin at this central zero-point.  First, flowing in two streams 
downward around the lower inner field.  Then outward around the outer 
"mother" field.  Then Inward around the upper inner field.  To finally return 
to the primal center.)

Since pure perceptive awareness must reside at the zero points (as they are 
neutral in charge and static in motion), these first three points represent, 
analogously, the primal subjective trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, or 
Kether, Chochma, Binah.  They also could analogously represent the three 
gunas;  Tamas (as the inertial stillness of the initial and reflected 
zero-points);  Sattva, (as the balance between the positive and negative 
zero-point forces at the circumference of the fields;  And rajas (as the 
action of the flow of energy in and around the three primal fields--one outer 
and two inner).  This first, triple field stage also represents the "first 
logos" described more fully in Stanza III of Cosmogenesis in the Book of 
Dzyan.

Since the twin inner derivative spheres are exactly analogous to the outer 
primal sphere, their energy flows, and inner spherical geometry would also be 
identical. However, they are on different levels of substantiality 
(corresponding to frequency changes within each field)--with their positive 
sides (higher frequency end) being the least substantial, and their negative 
sides (lower frequency end) being of greater substantiality.  Also, where 
these fields touch each other, their adjacent substantiality (frequency, 
particle, wave, etc.) approaches identity where their coterminous (and 
therefore neutral) positive and negative zero- (cross-) points overlap.  
Thus, the density of each triplet of spheres gradually increases (as 
frequency decreases) in continuous shading from the initial outer field's 
positive point (at the top in the diagram) to its negative point (at the 
bottom of the diagram) in multiples of eight steps (or octaves) following 
strict mathematical laws of harmony.  

It follows that all fields are fundamentally dual in nature with respect to 
their maximum and minimum densities as well as their maximum and minimum 
energy levels, frequencies, wavelengths, etc.--as they are modified between 
the extreme zero- (laya-) points where the inner dual spheres meet the 
surrounding "mother' field (as well as each other)--and where the energy flow 
crosses over from one field to the other.  (In scientific terms this change 
of field characteristics, from one frequency "order" to another, could be 
called a *phase* change.  It is analogous to the phase changes between, ice, 
water, vapor, and steam, etc.... And the energy is transformed, similarly, at 
each such change of state--which may be exoergic or endoergic depending on 
the direction of change.) 

Note that any transformation of consciousness from one field to another must 
pass through the zero-point between them--where the energy flows reverse 
direction.  This accounts for HPB's teaching that images in the astral are 
reversed.  Also, in the case of vision, it accounts for the reversal of image 
whenever the rays of light, or their derivative image on the retina, in the 
brain, or in the consciousness fields pass from one "medium" to 
another--either through a "focussing" lens, or through the similarly 
focussing zero-point between the fields.  This is described in more detail at 
the web site: http://www.tellworld.com/Astro.Biological.Coenergetics/ 

When the initial (primal) field and its two inner fields, all complete their 
triune spherical formations (at stage two), their total number becomes 7 
fields.  This might be considered the second logos and represents the 
primordial seven as described beginning in Stanza IV. 

As this tripling of each inner sphere proceeds to the next (third) stage, the 
total number of inner spherical fields becomes 14 (although, the total is 
15).  This is equivalent to the third logos (as described in the last Stanzas 
of Cosmogenesis in the Book of Dzyan) and is the first initiation of sentient 
entities--since there are now 7 inner zero-points (Chakras) of manifest 
consciousness or awareness in addition to and between the extreme or outer 
positive and negative points of the initial primal sphere--(all, totaling 9 
zero-points of awareness).  At this third stage or phase we have reached the 
level referred to in the Book of Dzyan as "the 3, the 1, the 4, the 1, the 
five, the twice 7, the sum total."  We can presume this means that the first 
sentient beings or entities of the highest consciousness (the "Mind Born 
Sons") become manifest and active on the cosmic planes.  This stage 
corresponds exactly to the human stage with its seven active principles or 
levels of "awareness" (sometimes interchangeably called states of 
"consciousness")  

(In theosophical parlance, as used by HPB in the Secret doctrine, "planes" 
would represent the different levels of consciousness within any analogous 
"mother" field. However, depending on the context, "planes" could also 
represent the vertical axes (between the positive and negative energy points) 
on which the primal and the succeeding smaller and smaller fields (created 
analogously on the vertical line) are strung--as evolution proceeds on down 
the scale of manifestation to smaller and smaller inline fields after the 
initial 14 inner fields are evolved a the third logos.  

One can imagine this evolution proceeding for at least 7 more inward 
changes--and perhaps many more in multiples of 3, and 7--until the final 
*physical* human stage is reached.)  In all cases, the field structures, no 
matter how small they are particularized, are identically analogous and 
corresponding in their intrinsic structure, energy flow characteristics, 
relative frequency range, polarities, etc.  

i. e. The dividing of each derivative sphere (field) into its trinity, and 
inner duality, is continued analogously on ever smaller inward and downward 
cycles until we reach the final density of the "physical" or material stage 
where the seven fold nature of individualized human beings can be fully 
expressed--as a directly derivative, analogous, and corresponding reflection 
of the second logos, or "primordial seven."

This is not meant to be an exact description of the "guided" evolution of the 
primal and all the derivative fields within it--since, these fields, composed 
of infinite degrees of variable vibrational energies, interfere with each 
other karmically (as influenced by the choices made by ALL its zero-point 
centers of "sentient" consciousness), as well as chaotically (due to random 
fluctuations and fractalizations that science observes).  As a result, it 
forms ever more complex and indeterminate images and entanglements... Leading 
to the tremendous diversity of form and structure in the Universe. This 
includes the right choices as well as the many errors and interferences of 
misguided evolution made by both advanced beings and humans of both a 
negative and positive motivation--leading them to make individual choices 
leading to either creation or destruction.  

By meditating on the first 14 root fields and visualizing them as more or 
less transparent spheres, along with an understanding of their analogous 
relationships to the 1, 3, 5, 7 and 9 universal and human principles, along 
with the 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 levels of both universal and human awareness--one 
can approach a deeper understanding of the relationships between, as well as 
the synthesis of science, religion and philosophy that makes up the vast and 
complex scope of theosophy.

In addition, one can carry this meditation even further, by visualizing the 
motion of energy entering the outer field, splitting into three (or seven) 
rays, and flowing in and around the inner fields, and then out and around the 
outer field, to complete an endless series of cycle which maintains the 
fields until the initial impulse is dissipated, the energy exhausted, and the 
fields eventually draw back in on themselves--to sleep again...  Until, 
refreshed and energized by the infinitely aware and intelligent primal 
zero-point center of abstract spin--which is always in touch with the 
infinite absolute--they awaken and "live" (vibrate) again through their 
cycles of necessity.  (There's much more to be said here about the effects of 
karma... But, that should be left for another time--since, at this stage, we 
are concerned only with the ideal states (at the initial manifestation) as 
well as their analogous and corresponding generations that influence all 
past, present and future action as if they existed in an eternal NOW).

A clear understanding of these lawful processes, leading to a diversity 
within a unity, will help us attain sufficient wisdom to recognize the 
essential unity of all beings and their individual connections to the primal 
source of all, as well as enable us to approach a truer realization of the 
Self.  

Such study will not only help awaken in us the realization that "brotherhood" 
is a law of nature, but will justify the "first object of the theosophical 
movement" as a necessity in bringing all humankind together into a common 
recognition of the fundamental need for compassion and altruism in order to 
promote the peaceful evolution of all mankind as ONE unitary, interrelated 
organism.  In addition it will enable us to correlate science in all its 
aspects (based on the fundamental laws of cycles and periodicity) with both 
religion and philosophy, and to understand that these fundamental laws lead 
to the reality of both karma (based on the eternal "memory" represented by 
patterns of the highest frequency of vibrational energy (akasha) describing 
all actions in the universe) and reincarnation (based on the eternality of 
the common and non-local awareness inherent in each zero-point reflected from 
and connected to the primal point of universal conscious awareness). 

This understanding can also be reinforced by a study of all ancient and 
modern religions--under the guidance of the second object.  It will as, as 
well, give us a basic understanding of the "correlation of forces" in 
conjunction with the "7 fold human principles" or fields that underlie the 
reality of the psychical powers latent in man. i.e., The ability to 
creatively guide the lower energies of matter by focussing (through the will, 
or the "force" of concentrated awareness) the higher energies of both the 
consciousness and mind fields--as proposed for investigation in the third 
object.

All questions and comments are welcome. 

Respectfully,

Leon Maurer
leonmaurer@aol.com



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