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Though the mysteries of the Tao and the mysteries of the universal creative power of Consciousness known as Kundalini aren't usually considered together, interesting connections arise when reading the Tao te Ching with Kundalini in mind. Lao Tzu wrote:
Tao is both Named and Nameless
As Nameless, it is the origin of all things
As Named, it is the mother of all things.
A mind free of thoughts,
merged with itself,
beholds the essence of Tao
A mind filled with thought,
identified with its own perceptions,
beholds the mere forms of this world.
Tao and this world seem different
but in truth they are one and the same.
The only difference is in what we call them
How deep and mysterous this unity is
How profound, how great!
It is the truth beyond the truth,
the hidden within the hidden
It is the path to all wonder,
the gate to the essence of everything!
Tao Te Ching, p.14
Definitive Edition, trans. and commentary by Jonathan Star
When taking an exalted view of Kundalini as Maha Kundalini, pure Shakti, not simply the throb of her power appearing as the subtle and physical bodies, then her full magnificence can be appreciated!
To paraphrase Lao Tzu:
Kundalini is both Named and Nameless
As Nameless, she is the origin of all things
As Named, she is the mother of all things.
A mind free of thoughts,
merged with itself,
beholds the essence of Kundalini
A mind filled with thought,
identified with its own perceptions,
beholds the mere forms of this world.
Kundalini Shakti and this world seem different
but in truth they are one and the same.
The only difference is in what we call them
How deep and mysterous this unity is
How profound, how great!
It is the truth beyond the truth,
the hidden within the hidden
It is the path to all wonder,
the gate to the essence of everything!
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Awakening Kundalini: The Path To Radical Freedom
Weekend Meditation Retreat Oct. 28-30, 2016
Awakening Kundalini: The Path To Radical Freedom
Kundalini Meditation Retreat
Friday evening-Sunday afternoon, Oct. 28-30, 2016
Garrison Institute, Garrison, NY
Profound meditation unfolds through Kundalini, the innate power of the Divine present in everyone. This power of revelation, transformation and grace is known by some name in every spiritual tradition - Holy Spirit, Kundalini Shakti, Chi, bodhicitta, and Great Mother. In this retreat you will be guided through practices that awaken and further unfold your power of Consciousness. With that light of Consciousness we'll explore archetypal realms of wisdom, grace and transcendence. Through empowered practices, diksha and the profound tales of Eastern and Western mystical traditions we will further access the inner source of true knowledge, wisdom and freedom. That inner source is your own highest Self, the Divine within. Awakening to that and living in radical freedom is your birthright.
Kundalini opens the most profound levels of meditation. There is nothing more potent, nothing more liberating, nothing more empowering. Let awakened Kundalini illuminate your soul's journey to radical freedom; come to know the love and ecstasy you are capable of.
Advance registration required.
Please visit the Garrison Institute to register.
For more information please visit: Events
The retreat fee is $225 plus meals and accommodations. It is included in the full registration fee listed on the Garrison Institute site. They combine the accommodations, meals and retreat fees into one total fee.
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