The Shape of Things to Come

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There are many interpretations of Sacred Geometry. Some consider it to be simply a mathematical puzzle, while others believe it to be a profound philosophy that underpins the very existence of this Universe.Ultimately, Sacred Geometry refers to the intrinsic, universal patterns that form the basis of our reality, from our DNA strands to the way our bodies grow; from the intricate symmetry of snowflakes to the arrangement of the seeds in a sunflower; from the spiral of a seashell to the circuit of the Earth around theSun; and from the tempo of a musical composition to the dance of the stars in the galaxy. Every aspect of our world is defined by timeless geometric codes.

The origins of Sacred Geometry

It is commonly believed that the Ancient Egyptians were the first to recognise Sacred Geometry and consciously integrate it into daily life.Ancient Egyptian structures, not least the three pyramids at Giza, have astounded archaeologists with the exactitude of their proportions, and confounded astrologers with the precise way in which their positioning appears to reflect certain galactic constellations. The architectural dimensions ofAncient Egypt seem to be informed by something more profound than

human intelligence. The precise progression of proportion and growth in Ancient Egyptian structures is reminiscent of the same laws that govern proportion and growth in nature. Indeed, these ancient monuments show an intelligent reciprocation of the very pattern of creation.

Following on from the Ancient Egyptians, the Ancient Greeks also noted that there is a common pattern or ratio of proportional harmony that occurs throughout nature which, when applied to architecture, makes it aesthetically pleasing and imbues it with a sense of sacredness. They used this natural ratio in the design of their temples and holy monuments. These awe-inspiring constructions were built around the same system of precise measurements and ratios of the great Ancient Egyptian monuments, if not in the same style, then certainly in the same manner.

In 1202, Italian mathematician Fibonacci distilled the ratio that was used so consistently throughout the architecture of ancient civilisations into an order of numbers known as the Fibonacci series. This numerical pattern, in which each number is the sum of the two preceding ones (for example, 0, 1,1,2, 3,5, 8, etc.), is used to create the Fibonacci rectangle, which in turn forms the golden ratio, phi ratio or golden mean. The golden mean is an irrational number, the closest to it being 1.618, and all shapes that are proportioned to it produce a perfect aesthetic balance between symmetry and asymmetry. The golden mean is used as a blueprint for sacred architecture and design. Although it was only defined by Fibonacci centuries later, the three pyramids of Giza are positioned in relation to each other along the back of the golden mean (which also follows the curve of the constellation, Orion's Belt), while the Great Pyramid, the Acropolis and the Parthenon's statistics match the sacred ratio exactly. Any structure that is designed and built according to the golden mean's guidelines ignites the same sense of awe that is inspired by nature. This qualifies the atmosphere of sacredness and presence that one feels when visiting the likes of Stonehenge and the Sphinx.

The sacred ratio of the golden mean continues to inform architecture today. It is the key to instilling a physical structure with areligious or spiritual experience. Represented by an asymmetrical spiral, the golden mean is found in many natural structures, such as nautilus shells and whirlpools. The Pythagoreans considered it a divine embodiment of the ultimate, cosmic truth. In the golden mean is the growth pattern of all biological things.

Leonardo da Vinci used the ratio to demonstrate the proportionate measurement of bones in the human body, and it remains today that the parts 'of a human body can be measured against the whole in terms of this all-encompassing ratio. Da Vinci was also fascinated by the sacred symbol of the Flower of Life. Examples of both this and the Seed of Life, which is the Flower's inner circle, have been recognised in his studies and drawings. The Flower of Life, which also follows the ratio of the golden mean, is essential to SacredGeometry. Formed by 19 overlapping circles with a six-fold symmetry within two larger circles, this sacred symbol describes the laws and proportions of absolutely everything in our Universe. The Flower of Life is considered by many to be the heart of Sacred Geometry and the blueprint of the cosmos.

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One of the oldest findings of the Flower of Life is indelibly etched on to the granite walls of the Ancient Egyptian Osirion temple. It has also been cited in Ancient Indian, Phoenician, Assyrian, Middle Eastern,Ancient Greek and medieval art, and it is said that the Kabbalah's mysticalTree of Life finds its roots in the Flower of Life's form.

From the Flower of Life's complex structure can be drawn the intricate, three-dimensional Metatron's Cube. Traceable within this cube are all five Platonic Solids. The five Platonic Solids are perfect, unique, 3-D forms that are the irrefutable building blocks of everything in the physical world, from atoms to viruses to crystals.

The Platonic Solids have existed long before Plato but were named after the Ancient Greek philosopher as he was the first to recognise their philosophical significance. These unique 3-D shapes were the basis of theAncient Greek Mystery Schools' syllabi. To the Greeks, the Platonic Solids symbolised the five elements that make up our reality; the cube represented Earth,

the tetrahedron (or four-sided pyramid)represented Fire,

the octahedron (or eight-sided diamond)represented Air,

the dodecahedron (12-sided hexagon) represented ether or prana,

and the icosahedron (20-sided triangle) represented Water.

With each PlatonicSolid embodying a core element of creation, it follows that a blend of thePlatonic Solids is alchemical metaphor for creation itself.

One of the most prolific contemporary teachers on SacredGeometry is Drunvalo Melchizedek. He describes this system of thought as a doorway through which the student can travel beyond time and space to connect with greater consciousness and, ultimately, reach enlightenment. The Merkaba, a star tetrahedron that can also be traced from the template of Metatron's Cube, features importantly in Drunvalo's teachings. The shape of the Merkaba echoes the format and structure in which cells reproduce to create life. Formed by two counter-rotating, interlocking tetrahedrons, it is an inter-dimensional vehicle of light that transports the individual to higher realms of consciousness.

Drunvalo teaches the student how to 'remember' the Merkaba during a breathing meditation in his Flower of Life workshop. In this meditation, the student creates the Merkaba around the body using breath work, which helps make conscious contact with the higher self. Galadon Heart is a development from Drunvalo's Flower of Life teachings. Channelled by Delhi-based Saranya Zaveri, the Gaiadon Heart teachings are a series of visual meditations that use Sacred Geometry and ancient wisdom to initiate thestudent into the 'ascension process.  A sin the Flower of Life workshop, the ascension process connects the student to their higher consciousness and opens the doors to enlightenment. The Gaiadon Heart courses are in a DVD format and comprise of open-eyed meditations with computerised images of various sacred symbols and Sacred Geometry forms, guided by Saranya's voice. There is a strong emphasis on the Flower of Life in the Gaiadon Heart teachings and a sense of 'remembering’ sacred,ancient wisdom stretching back to the Atlantean and Lemurian eras.

The Buddha Maitreya's Shambala Healing Tools use physicalSacred Geometry forms to heal and raise the vibrational frequency of the individual's energy field. The healing tools are complex Sacred Geometry forms made from different metals, magnets, and crystals, and are designed to bring the individual closer to a higher evolution of consciousness. For a direct experience, visit the Shambala Healing Tools centre in Glastonbury and interact and meditate with the tools. Many believe that Sacred Geometry is the one truth that flows through everything. It appeals simultaneously to both the logical, right side of the brain and the intuitive, creative, left side. In this way, Sacred Geometry finds a common balance between the two polarities of the human mind. It is through this balance that we can gaze at the vastness of our true selves and our infinite potential. By understanding completely, the Sacred Geometric code that knits together all of creation, one can reach enlightenment.

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