The Crown
Chakra and Spiritual Enlightenment
In ancient times there were
mystery schools dedicated to helping initiates explore the
mysteries of life. These schools flourished in places such
as Egypt, Tibet, and Persia, and were believed to have their
roots in Atlantis.
It was here that seekers of
truth were taught to develop their psychic and spiritual abilities
through special techniques, exercises and initiations. One
of the most important initiations, or rites, from thousands
of years ago still exists today. It was called the “First
Initiation Rite,” or “Great Initiation Rite,”
by the ancient Egyptians and involved the toning of special
chants or sounds. The high priest of the respective ancient
mystery school performed this wonderful rite with newly enrolled
students. This ritual took place at midnight in various locations
such as the Sacred Lake at Karnak or in a secret chamber that
existed below the Great Sphinx. The results of this initiation
were profound and lasting for all that took part in it.
More than three thousand years
ago, a beautiful man made lake existed amongst the temples
of Karnak in Egypt. This was the Sacred Lake just mentioned.
References to ancient Egyptian rituals and ceremonies can
be found in books such as Egypt’s Ancient Heritage,
Herbak: the Initiate and The Symbolic Prophecy of the Great
Pyramid. All are published by the Rosicrucian (AMORC) Brotherhood
in San Jose, California.
In my book Ancient Teachings
for Beginners, this initiation is explained in detail along
with a history of the ancient mystery schools. As the author,
I recognize the value of this ancient rite and have employed
it many times on myself and countless others. Many individuals
on a spiritual path have experimented with this ritual on
their own, as well. The effects have been beneficial for everyone.
One of the chants associated
with the First Initiation Rite affects the crown chakra greatly
and the third eye charka, or energy center, to a lesser degree.
The crown chakra, of course, is located at the top of the
head and is linked on a physical level to the pituitary gland.
The third eye chakra is situated in the middle of the forehead
and is connected to the pineal gland on a physical level.
When intoned properly, this
special chant or sound will send a vibration deep within the
head where both the pineal and pituitary glands are situated.
This causes these glands to vibrate, which in turn stimulates
them and the surrounding areas of the brain. As this happens,
the crown chakra will become ‘activated’ and open
up. The third eye chakra will also be activated slightly at
the same time. This allows higher vibrations of energy to
enter into the crown chakra, the third eye chakra, the body
and the human energy field or aura. This energy is connected
to the Godsource, or heavenly fields above, and exists all
around you. It is in the air that you breathe and the water
that you drink. This energy is also referred to as chi, universal
energy, prana, and spirit energy. Although this high vibration
of energy was explored and discussed in the ancient mystery
schools by the Egyptians, it was known simply as spirit.
When the crown chakra is activated
fully and the third eye chakra to a lesser degree, the universal
energy enters into the auric field, thereby letting several
things happen. The aura will become cleaner and brighter.
The seven main charkas, or energy centers, will receive this
high vibration and become more balanced. This will allow healing
energy to flow into the body. The stimulation and activation
of both of these glands will affect the hypothalamus region
of the brain resulting in the release of some endorphins into
the body. This in turn will help someone to feel better. This
in itself is particularly beneficial for anyone suffering
with mood swings. Also, the neo cortex of the brain becomes
stimulated and results in neurons firing into many areas of
the brain. This allows you to use more of your brain’s
potential, including the awakening of latent psychic abilities.
This special chant slows down the aging process as well, because
the endocrine glandular system becomes more balanced and in
harmony. This is due to the fact that the pineal gland and
pituitary gland when activated will influence the other glands
of the endocrine system in a very positive way.
A brief description of this
chanting exercise follows. The sound to use is May, as in
the month. Before you begin, take a deep breath in and hold
it for about five seconds. Then exhale slowly and evenly through
your mouth or nose. This is your choice. Repeat this breathing
technique two more times. It is important that the deep breathing
is done a total of three times. This allows some of the chi
or universal energy to be absorbed into the lungs and ultimately
the whole body via the circulatory system. This ensures that
the brain waves slow down, your auric field around you expands
and brightens, and you feel more relaxed. This is necessary
in order to receive the full benefits of performing the May
chant.
This chant is done in a mid
C musical note. For those of you who are not musically oriented,
follow this general rule. When you chant, make sure that your
voice is in a mid-range, not too high and not too low. You
can also experiment with the range and find the exact level
that works best for you.
Now, take in another deep
breath and hold it for a few seconds. Then, as you exhale,
intone the sound M-A-A-A-Y-Y-Y until all your breath has been
expelled. Let the pitch of your voice rise and fall a little
as you do this. Take in a second deep breath, hold it once
more for a bit and then repeat the chant. Intone the chant
a third and final time. Once completed, just relax for a few
moments.
Some of you may start to notice
certain physiological things happening during or just upon
completion of this “Crown Chakra Exercise.” For
others, the results may be slow at first and less significant.
In these cases, the results will be subtle but effective even
though you may not be fully aware of it. In Ancient Teachings
for Beginners, I explain the effects of performing this chant
along with other chants and exercises in great detail.
Another of the physiological
effects of this exercise is a feeling of ‘tingles’
on the top of the head where the crown chakra is located.
This is a sign that the crown energy center is opening up.
It is starting to receive higher vibrations of universal energy
from the heavenly fields above, as mentioned earlier. Also,
it is an indication that neurons are firing in the cerebrum
of the brain, creating new pathways to other areas within.
The cerebrum is the major mass of the human brain. Some of
your psychic abilities are stored within this part of your
brain.
As these pathways open up,
universal energy and electrical stimulation are sent to dormant
cells of the cerebrum that contain some of your psychic gifts
and abilities. These cells will then be activated, allowing
you to begin using some of these untapped abilities.
The pituitary gland has many
physical purposes. It also has a psychic and spiritual purpose.
When it is stimulated, it begins to work as a receiver of
psychic information and spiritual impressions. The potential
of working with your angels and spirit guides becomes available.
For those of you who already communicate with these wise beings,
your abilities will become enhanced.
As stated, the stimulation
of the cerebrum, pineal and pituitary releases endorphins
into the bloodstream. Seratonin is one of the hormonal secretions
released through this chant. This helps to give you a natural
high. Obviously, people who suffer from depression and low
seratonin levels can find this exercise beneficial in alleviating
this condition.
Once the pituitary gland has
been activated on a physical level, and the crown chakra has
been opened on a psychic level, more psychic and spiritual
gifts will unfold. Some of these gifts are as follows: intuition
increased, creativity expanded, clairvoyant abilities (to
see beyond the norm) developed or enhanced, and empathic abilities
developed or enhanced.
For many of you, these gifts
will allow you to become aura readers, energy healers, spiritual
mediums and medical intuitives. If you are already engaged
in any of these pursuits, these attributes will be increased.
Spiritual enlightenment is
a goal that everyone should seek. A spiritually developed
or enlightened person affects the world around them in wondrous
ways. When you become enlightened, your soul within will become
a beautiful light to others. Enjoy your spiritual journey!
'The husbandman deals
with land; physicians and trainers with the body; the wise
man with his own Mind.'
From The Golden Sayings of Epictetus
Authors Details: The Crown Chakra &
Spiritual Enlightenment
Douglas De Long
Douglas De Long and his wife, Carol, reside in Colonsay,
Saskatchewan where they own and operate the De Long Ancient
Mystery School. |
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