The basis of understanding reality is direct perception. While contemporary science accepts sensory and conceptual means of apprehending truth, the ancient mystical traditions taught that the awakened consciousness possesses superior faculties beyond the limitations of individual subjectivity and personal bias. Rather than imprison oneself within a sensual or believing mind, it is possible to awaken a third type: the inner that knows how to perceive and comprehend states of being beyond subjecti...
Jun 29, 2024•50 min
The proper use of sexual energy can empower us to attain the highest spiritual potential, though we must be aware of the dangers that the misuse of this energy can cause.
Jun 22, 2024•43 min
Our current psychological state is not unitary, but aggregated within varying levels of density. Another analogy is a spectrum or gradient marked by two extremes. The lowest qualities of being are attributed to affliction, confusion, pain, ignorance, and a whole constellation of destructive behaviors, characterized by complexity, problems, and all their concomitant sufferings. As hinted by the great mystical traditions of antiquity, superior states of being relate to spiritual awakening, serenit...
Jun 16, 2024•1 hr 7 min
The foundation for experiencing the most fundamental truths of human and divine reality lies within the field of psychological self-observation. By watching our thoughts, feelings, and impulses, it becomes possible to discover who and what we really are, not from any theory, theology, or belief system, but direct perception: the basis of real faith.
Jun 09, 2024•1 hr 39 min
Enlightenment is realized through renouncing desire.
Jun 01, 2024•5 min
Practical advice for Gnostics who seriously wish to preserve their chastity. Resources and references mentioned in this article: Articles by Glorian Publishing Daily Life on the Path: Home and Altar What is Pranayama? Books by Samael Aun Weor Esoteric Medicine and Practical Magic Magic of the Runes Magic of the Runes: Practice for Willpower (Rune Dorn) The Perfect Matrimony Sacred Rites for Rejuvenation Lectures The Mantra of Christ: Om Mani Padme Hum (Glorian Publishing) Meditation Essentials (...
May 26, 2024•1 hr 9 min
The truth about drugs, perception, awakening, and obstacles to spiritual enlightenment.
May 18, 2024•51 min
Take advantage of the crisis to spiritually awaken. See the following recommended sources for meditation and spiritual practices to initiate a personal, in-home retreat: Alchemy Techniques for Married Couples The Perfect Matrimony The Mystery of the Golden Flower Dream Yoga Exercises Astral Projection and Dream Yoga (Glorian) Clues for Astral Projection Dream Yoga (Book) Dream Yoga and Astral Travel (Course) Mantras for Astral Projection Jinn Science The Yellow Book Mantras and Prayers for Prot...
May 11, 2024•14 min
"The Buddha Replies to the Deva" explained through the gnostic wisdom.
May 04, 2024•4 min
An esoteric key for transforming our daily lives and practical tips for how to apply it.
Apr 28, 2024•45 min
It is possible to know the breadth, depth, and complexities of humanity by exploring our own psychology, since each individual is a reflection or microcosm of the external world. Conventional wisdom also encourages conformity to society while acknowledging its possible costs: the end of originality, the loss of beauty, the corruption of innocence, and the weakening of virtue. By identifying three constituents of psychological experience (consciousness, defects, and personality) in relation to sp...
Apr 20, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Develop your spiritual life and receive divine aid from Melchizedek every Saturday the 13th. Resources Chicago Gnosis Article Chicago Gnosis Guided Practice Glorian Publishing Guided Practice...
Apr 13, 2024•12 min
Every candidate for spiritual initiation must enter a probationary period known as the Minor Mysteries, so that divinity can prove his or her sincerity, willingness, and caliber. This is in preparation for greater spiritual advancements (the Major Mysteries) within the path of the perfect matrimony. Discover the challenges, qualifications, and means of successful candidates in the probationary path.
Apr 09, 2024•1 hr 28 min
Determine the authenticity of a spiritual teacher or teaching from your own experience. Resources Meditation Essentials (Course) The Perfect Matrimony (Book) Types of Spiritual Schools (Lecture)
Apr 06, 2024•17 min
Learn what the science of meditation is and the reasons for practicing it. Lectures on Meditation Gnostic Meditation Gnostic Psychology Meditation Essentials Sufi Principles of Meditation Guided Practices Guided Practices...
Mar 31, 2024•5 min
Genuine spiritual life is direct experience of religious truths. The basis of all mystical traditions is personal verification of divine reality. Therefore, the Gnostic tradition as a locus of practical spirituality leaves beliefs and theories behind. Explore resources on how to awaken such potentials within oneself: Videos Chicago Gnosis | What is Gnosis? Glorian Publishing | What is Gnosis? Knowledge is the Key to Liberation from Suffering Courses Introduction to Gnostic Studies Fundamentals o...
Mar 24, 2024•6 min
This lecture builds on controversial gnostic motifs in Transcendent Betrayal in The Gospel of Judas . By rebelling against one's own false notions good and evil, the initiate recognizes and submits to divine will even when it is contentious, scandalous, and displeasing. Therefore, mystical revolutionaries transcend incipient beliefs and hypocritical sanctimony to perform that which is truly good, even when it is inconvenient and misunderstood....
Mar 16, 2024•1 hr 3 min
How to begin practicing and applying the principles of the Gnostic tradition of Samael Aun Weor. References and Resources: Pranayama for Single Practitioners Christic Egyptian Pranayama (and other exercises) in The Yellow Book Kundalini: The Sacred Fire of All Religions Pranayama and Sexual Transmutation Ham-Sah Pranayama Lecture Ham-Sah Pranayama Practical Alchemy Techniques for Married Couples The Perfect Matrimony The Mystery of the Golden Flower Mantras and Prayers for Protection The Divine ...
Mar 09, 2024•16 min
Gnostics utilize kabbalah for its profundity, accessibility, and synthetic power. When consciously utilized, kabbalah becomes incredibly practical for interpreting diverse religious symbolism, creation stories, and the development of the soul. Contrary to popular assumption, the tree of life is not merely a Jewish paradigm, but an essential, eternal, and universal representation within all cosmologies and mythologies. A continuation of Kabbalah: The Legacy of the Initiates , this lecture will ex...
Mar 05, 2024•1 hr 31 min
Book, course, and lecture sequence recommendations for students new to gnosticism. Books The Dayspring of Youth Fundamentals of Gnostic Education Gazing at the Mystery The Great Rebellion Introduction to Gnosis Karma is Negotiable Treatise of Revolutionary Psychology Introductory Courses Beginning Self-Transformation Dream Yoga and Astral Travel Fundamentals of Gnosticism Gnostic Kabbalah: The Tree of Life Introduction to Gnostic Studies Spiritual Awakening The Sufi Path of Self-Knowledge To Thi...
Feb 25, 2024•6 min
To pursue inner esoteric development, spiritual aspirants seek to become "hermetically sealed" from the world. Many struggle to balance this psychological isolation with worldly responsibilities and relationships. Through examining the mysteries of Arcanum 9, this lecture explores why "The Hermit" is an essential spiritual archetype for living a healthy life and navigating social relationships.
Feb 17, 2024•1 hr 17 min
A continuation of Mayan Mysteries of the Cosmos , this lecture explores the spiritual requisites for awakening, developing, and perfecting the soul. Contrary to popular Western belief, the Mayan mystics affirmed that immortality is earned, not innate. Learn how through a profound study of The Flight of the Feathered Serpent, an initiatic work of Mayan esotericism.
Feb 16, 2024•1 hr 16 min
How to apply the principles of the Magician to beginning our Gnostic work.
Feb 11, 2024•42 min
Celebrate the Aquarian New Year this February 4th by investigating, meditating upon, and comprehending the sexual mysteries. Resources on the Aquarian Mysteries The Aquarian New Year (Text) The Perfect Matrimony The Mystery of the Golden Flower The Aquarian Message Divine Love: The Sufi Path of Self-Knowledge The Evolution of Sex: Sexual Revolution...
Feb 04, 2024•30 min
The controversial Gospel of Judas is a powerful scripture depicting the relationship between betrayal and transcendence. While religious groups intensely, fearfully, and dogmatically contest its authenticity, this scripture is clarified through a comparative study of Samael Aun Weor's writings. Just as an actor plays a part in a film and should not be condemned for it, likewise the Apostle Judas should not be denigrated for the role he played in a necessary cosmic drama led by Jesus, the Master ...
Jan 28, 2024•1 hr 3 min
The Mayan mystics possess an abundance of spiritual knowledge about the nature of the universe and the complete development of the human being. While their methods of exploring and understanding existence differ from that of conventional, materialistic science, such wisdom is accessible through meditation and the clarified perceptions of an awakened consciousness. From this perspective, it becomes possible to comprehend the organization, unity, and complexity of the cosmos, evidenced by the Maya...
Jan 21, 2024•1 hr 25 min
The importance of spiritual practice to awaken consciousness and personally experience divinity. Resources on Practical Spirituality Article Text: Practice, Not Theories Beginning Self-Transformation Dream Yoga and Astral Travel Fundamentals of Gnosticism Introduction to Gnostic Studies Spiritual Awakening The Sufi Path of Self-Knowledge...
Jan 14, 2024•8 min
"Our Gnostic Church is the Transcended Church. This church is found in the Superior Worlds. We also have many temples in the physical world. In addition, we have opened thousands of Gnostic Lumisials where holy rituals are celebrated and the secret doctrine of the Beloved Savior of the world is studied. We must not forget that our Gnostic Movement has both a school and a religion. It has already been decisively confirmed that Jesus the Christ was Gnostic. The Savior of the World was an active me...
Jan 05, 2024•14 min
The Nativity is a cosmic event of tremendous import, not merely in terms of literal history, but psychological and spiritual development. It reveals a universal phenomenon: how a properly prepared individual can give birth to and realize their own divine being upon the initiatic path, thereby providing profound benefit to humanity. Discover the hidden symbolism behind Christmas: Santa and his reindeer, kissing under the mistletoe, the Christmas tree, the Three Magi, the Immaculate Conception, gi...
Dec 17, 2023•1 hr 20 min
Many spiritual devotees preach about the need to love. However, what many lack is the knowledge how. Compassion must be balanced with wisdom, otherwise it can fall into complacency with crime. Likewise, wisdom without love is impractical, inapplicable to the problems of daily living. Genuine spirituality is therefore based on facts and direct, conscious experience. Discover how the ancient mystical traditions, primarily Christianity and Buddhism, explain what enlightened compassion signifies: ho...
Dec 13, 2023•1 hr 51 min
