#Unity with the Divine

[eyeoftheheart]

A Sufi master once said: “A Sufi is one who breathes well.” (Pir Zia Inayat Khan) Breath is a bridge to the divine and a path to enlightenment. The art of breathing is also linked to healing.

“When we breathe deeply and consciously, we enter into a state of unity with the divine. This connection opens our hearts to the beauty of creation, reminding us that we are not separate but part of a greater whole, woven together by the breath of life.”

~ Dr. Neil Douglas-Klotz, "The Healing Breath: A Sufi Approach to Integrating Body and Spirit" (2000)

(Photo: Into the Light. Autumnal drive through golden light. Germany | Kilian Schoenberger Photography)

[pennymaykittensworld]

Would you ever date a trans gamer girl? ❤️🐰🐝🧩

[thesirenisles]

daughters of the sun.

[larvenecox]

It been a while

[shisasan]

In every beam of light, a shadow lingers, silent, unseen, yet inseparable. The shadow whispers what the light cannot say, carrying the weight of hidden truths, the depth beneath the surface. Two halves of the same whole, light and dark entwined, one cannot be without the other. For even the brightest star casts a shadow, and every shadow remembers the light.

[urloveangel]

[fisherrprince]

miskellaneous

[848ellie]

Sin all week. Repent on Sunday 🙏

[stellawolfearts]

Its almost 5am. im scheduling this post for the morning cause im gonna be out like a damn light. Here. I do artfight this year with my bbs. They saw the theme this year, possessed my body and made me spend the last 10 and a half hours (not an exageration) finishing thier refs and uploading them and writing LENGTHY FUCKING DESCRIPTIONS-

Genuinly pls read through em if u decide to draw them. The descriptions have important information about these guys.

I would have had them all up before Art Fight started but I got a fever for a couple days so that didnt happen SO ITS HAPPENING NOW HERES MY ACCOUNT ATTACK MY BBS IF THEY CALL TO YOU IM GOING TO BED-

[y-rhywbeth2]

Durge, giddy and on the verge of swooning with ecstasy: "Kill the dead. Kill the killed dead. Kill the killed dead again and again." Some Shadar-Kai Killjoy: "No."

*sigh*

Orin would understand. (I like how much like their sister Durge sounds here)

[alchemyofmaya]

The rest falls into place like Magic, the moment you surrender the ego to Divine Will

[eyeoftheheart]

The Gnosis of Advent: A Sacred Journey of Awakening

In the Christian tradition, Advent is a time of preparation and anticipation for the birth of Christ—a sacred moment symbolizing the incarnation of divine light and love into the world. From a gnostic or esoteric perspective, this period invites individuals to awaken to their own inner Christ, the divine spark within.

Key Elements of the Gnosis of Advent

1. Inner Birth of the Christ Consciousness

Advent is the sacred invitation to awaken the Christ within—the divine essence of love, wisdom, and compassion. This inner birth transcends the historical narrative, symbolizing the personal realization of one’s divine nature. The Christ-consciousness is not an external deity but the highest potential within each soul, waiting to manifest through surrender and spiritual awakening.

The Christ as Archetype: Christ embodies the universal divine presence, the eternal Logos, seeking expression within every heart.

Spiritual Gestation: Just as Mary nurtured the Christ child, each soul is called to prepare a sacred space for this inner birth.

Living in Divine Awareness: The awakening of Christ-consciousness transforms perception, allowing one to see the world as infused with divine love.

2. Illumination in the Darkness

Advent takes place during the darkest time of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, mirroring the soul’s journey through its own inner darkness. This season teaches that true illumination arises not by avoiding the shadows but by entering them with courage and faith, uncovering the divine light hidden within.

Darkness as Sacred Womb: The shadows of life hold the seeds of divine illumination, where transformation begins.

The Journey Through Shadow: Facing fears and doubts allows the soul to integrate its fragmented aspects, paving the way for enlightenment.

Cosmic Harmony: The interplay of light and dark reflects the eternal rhythm of creation, where even the darkest night yields to dawn.

3. Spiritual Preparation and Purification

Advent is a time of cleansing and renewal, an inner preparation for receiving the divine presence. This purification involves releasing attachments, ego-driven desires, and distractions to create a sacred space within the soul for Christ to emerge.

Practices of Purification: Prayer, meditation, fasting, and acts of service align the heart with divine purpose.

Receptivity to the Divine: A purified heart becomes a vessel capable of holding and radiating divine love.

The Humble Manger: The simplicity of Christ’s birth reflects the humility and openness required for divine manifestation.

4. Sacred Anticipation and Patience

Advent teaches the virtue of waiting—not as passive idleness but as an active, hope-filled anticipation of divine fulfillment. It is a time of trusting the unseen workings of grace, preparing the soul for transformation.

Time as Sacred: The four weeks of Advent mirror stages of spiritual awakening—hope, peace, joy, and love.

Faith in the Unseen: This sacred waiting reflects a deep trust in the divine plan, even when its workings are not visible.

Inner Stillness: Patience creates the stillness necessary for the divine to speak and the soul to listen.

5. The Mystery of Incarnation

The Gnosis of Advent celebrates the incarnation of the Logos as a mystical event with both historical and eternal significance. It reveals the intimate union of the divine and the human, showing that the sacred is present in every aspect of life.

The Cosmic Christ: Beyond the historical Jesus, Christ represents an eternal, universal principle of divine light and wisdom.

God With Us: The incarnation is a reminder of the divine presence within all creation, bridging heaven and earth.

Manifestation in the Present: The Christ is born anew whenever a soul awakens to its divine nature.

6. Hope as a Spiritual Virtue

Hope is the cornerstone of Advent, a profound assurance of the divine’s ever-present activity. This hope is not wishful thinking but a deep, intuitive knowing that light will emerge from darkness and that love will triumph over fear.

Hope as a Light in Darkness: It sustains the soul through times of trial, guiding it toward renewal and awakening.

A Virtue of Action: Hope inspires individuals to act in alignment with divine will, spreading light in the world.

A Shared Energy: The collective hope of Advent creates a spiritual resonance, strengthening faith and unity.

7. Rediscovery of the Sacred in the Ordinary

Advent reveals that the divine is not distant but present in the simplicity of daily life. It invites a renewed awareness of the sacred hidden within the mundane, transforming ordinary moments into opportunities for divine encounter.

The Hidden Divine: Like the Christ child born in a humble stable, the sacred often resides in the unnoticed and unadorned.

A Shift in Perception: Seeing the ordinary as infused with divine presence awakens gratitude, wonder, and reverence.

Living Sacramentally: Every act, from lighting a candle to sharing a meal, becomes a reflection of divine love.

8. Awakening to the Cosmic Christ

Advent expands the understanding of Christ as a cosmic principle—a unifying force of divine light and love that permeates all creation. This awakening inspires a universal perspective, fostering harmony with all beings.

Christ as the Logos: The Cosmic Christ is the sustaining and guiding wisdom of the universe, calling all creation toward fulfillment.

Unity with All Beings: Recognizing the Christ in all fosters interconnectedness and compassionate action.

A Call to Stewardship: Awakening to the Cosmic Christ inspires care for the earth and its creatures as part of the divine whole.

9. The Journey of the Soul

Advent reflects the soul’s journey through the stages of spiritual growth, from darkness to light, ignorance to wisdom, and separation to unity. The weekly themes—hope, peace, joy, and love—offer a map for this sacred pilgrimage.

The Spiral Path: Spiritual growth revisits themes at deeper levels, reflecting the soul’s ongoing evolution.

Symbols of the Journey: The Advent wreath and candles are reminders of the soul’s path toward illumination.

Pilgrimage to Light: The journey is a sacred quest for divine presence, culminating in the birth of the Christ-light.

10. Integration of Dualities

Advent teaches the unity of opposites, such as light and dark, spirit and matter, and divine and human. It is an invitation to transcend dualities and embrace the wholeness of divine creation.

Divine Paradox: The incarnation reveals the mystery of the infinite within the finite, the eternal within the temporal.

A Path to Wholeness: Integration heals division, allowing one to live fully in the world while rooted in the divine.

Harmony in Diversity: Advent celebrates the beauty of diversity as an expression of divine unity.

11. A Call to Co-Creation

The Gnosis of Advent emphasizes the active role of the soul in the divine plan. By awakening Christ-consciousness, one becomes a co-creator of love, light, and transformation in the world.

Participation in Divine Will: Co-creation aligns individual actions with the divine purpose, making each act a channel for grace.

Embodiment of Christ-Light: Living as the Christ in the world means embodying love, compassion, and peace in every moment.

A Ripple of Transformation: Each awakened soul contributes to the collective elevation of consciousness, spreading divine light throughout creation.

The Gnosis of Advent transforms this season into a mystical journey of awakening, illumination, and transformation. It is a time of sacred anticipation, where the historical birth of Christ becomes a living reality within the soul. By embracing the light, integrating the shadow, and participating in divine creation, Advent becomes not just a season but a way of life—an eternal call to embody the divine and awaken the Christ within.

[pennymaykittensworld]

Who wants to make my bulge bigger today ? 🥺🛌🐰🧩🐳🐢🦃

[mybeautifulchristianjourney]

Abiding in Christ

If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you. — John 15:7 | Cambridge Paragraph Bible (CAMB) The Cambridge Paragraph Bible of the Authorized English Version, by Scrivener, Frederick Henry Ambrose, 1813-1891. Published by Cambridge University Press. Cross References: 1 Kings 3:5; Matthew 7:7; John 8:31; John 15:16

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If My Words Abide In You

[the-ravenist]

Hello everyone!

I have made the decision for my mental health and safety. As I've been sent rape threats or rather promises and wishes and been told to k!ll myself along with very threatening messages. I'll be deleting any posts I've made regarding the 4B movement. I'm glad that my post had reached those who agreed or wanted to feel reassured or whatever. Just know that I'm in your corner, I love every single one of you, and I wish for everyone to stay safe and aware. Life will not be the same for who knows how long. For those who are participating in the 4b movement or are deemed a threat to men or anyone in general. Please be safe, aware and armed, it does not have to be a g_n or a kn!fe, just be safe and careful. Build a community, a unit Make sure it's offline as well or off social media. I love you all, the fight is not over.

[compassionmattersmost]

Bob Marley: A Christian Mystic in the Rastafarian Tradition

When we think of Christian mystics, names like St. John of the Cross, Teresa of Avila, and Thomas Merton often come to mind. These individuals, through their writings and lives, embodied a deep and profound connection with the divine, often expressed through personal, mystical experiences of God. However, the notion of Christian mysticism is broader than traditional Catholic or Protestant…