Series: Timeless Gnostic Wisdom | Publication Date: March 30, 2007
"Gnosis is lived upon facts, withers away in abstractions, and is difficult to find even in the noblest of thoughts." (Samael Aun Weor)
The Revolution of the Dialectic is a profound and direct explanation of esoteric psychology; in it the reader finds a practical and clearly outlined synthesis of the universal psychological teachings found in ancient religions and esoteric traditions. The application of the esoteric psychology found in this book gives the means by which we can grow and develop not just psychologically, but spiritually as well: without psychological work, there is no spiritual growth. With the tools given in this book, any spiritual aspirant will energize and revitalize their efforts to awaken their consciousness and thereby enter into the direct knowledge of the superior and inferior worlds.
Chapters include: The Didactic for the Dissolution of the "I"; The Struggle of the Opposites; The K-H; Resistance; Defeatism; Psycho-astrology; The Rhetoric of the Ego; The Permanent Center of Consciousness; Super-individuality; Integral Well-being; Self-reflection; Psychoanalysis; Mental Dynamics; The Laconic Action of the Being; Self-esteem; A-himsa / Nonviolence; Gregarious Conduct; Deformation of the Word; Knowing How to Listen; The Exactness of the Term; The Psychological Robot; Anger; The Personality; Cathexis; Mystical Death; Dissolving the Loose Cathexis; Negligence; The Particular Characteristic Psychological Feature; Methodology of the Work; Sophisms of Distraction; The Fallacy of the Ego; Exertion; Psychological Slavery; The Kalkian Personality; Contumacy; The States of the Ego; Blue Time or Rest Therapeutics; The Corpses of the Ego; Psychogenesis; The Transformation of Impressions; Mental Stomach; Image, Values and Identity; Mo-Chao; Dispersed Mind and Integral Mind; The Revolution of Meditation; Mechanical Association; The Dominion of the Mind; Probationism; The Intellect; Intelligence; Comprehension; Imagination; Inspiration; Intuition; Human Problems; Sexual Super-dynamics; The Mercury; Fundamental Education; The Press; Television; Ultramodern Music; Solioonensius; Religious Principles; The Fourth Unit of Reasoning; Art; Materialistic Science; The Root Races of the Terrestrial Humanity; The Ex-personality and the Quantum Theory; Reincorporation; Super Discipline; The Individual and Society; Enlightenment; and more.
"Society is the extension of the individual...Therefore, if the individual fundamentally changes, the world will inevitably change." -- Samael Aun Weor
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"We, the bodhisattvas of compassion who love humanity immensely, state: as long as there is a single tear in any human eye, as long as there is even one suffering heart, we refuse to accept the happiness of Nirvana. We must seek the means to become more and more useful to this wretched, suffering humanity." (Samael Aun Weor, The Major Mysteries)
Samael Aun Weor wrote over sixty books, gave thousands of lectures, and formed the worldwide Gnostic Movement, whose members number in the millions. Though these accomplishments are certainly impressive by any standard, they are merely the pale terrestrial reflection of the work he accomplished internally, spiritually. And yet, in spite of his wisdom and generosity towards mankind, he said:
"Do not follow me. I am just a signpost. Reach your own Self-realization."
His lifelong mission was to deliver to humanity the total and exact science required by anyone of any religion, race, culture or creed who wishes to fully and completely develop as a human being. The path he taught is the Path of the Bodhisattva, that mysterious and ancient wisdom long hidden in the bosom of every great religion.
"It is necessary to study our own "I" if we really love our fellowmen. It is indispensable to comprehend that only by putting an end to the factors of egotism and cruelty (that each one of us carries within) can we create a better world, a world without hunger and fear. Society is the individual. The world is the individual. Therefore, if the individual fundamentally changes, the world will inevitably change. The consciousness is in critical danger and only by radically transforming ourselves as individuals can we save ourselves and save humanity." (Samael Aun Weor, The Revolution of the Dialectic)
The name Samael Aun Weor is Hebrew (סםאל און ואור) and is pronounced "sam-ayel on vay-ohr." Samael Aun Weor wrote over sixty books, gave thousands of lectures, and formed the worldwide Gnostic Movement, whose members number in the millions. Though these accomplishments are certainly impressive by any standard, they are merely the pale terrestrial reflection of the work he accomplished internally, spiritually. And yet, in spite of his wisdom and generosity towards mankind, he said:
"Do not follow me. I am just a signpost. Reach your own Self-realization."
His lifelong mission was to deliver to humanity the complete path toward the realization of the inner Being, or in other words, the total and exact science required by anyone of any religion, race, culture or creed who wishes to fully and completely develop the human soul. The path he taught is the Path of the Bodhisattva, that mysterious and ancient wisdom long hidden in the bosom of every great religion.
"For as long as space endures and for as long as the world lasts, may I live dispelling the miseries of the world." - From The Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life by Santideva
Samael Aun WeorThe Bodhisattva Path, also known as the Straight Path, is taken by very few. While many aspire to the Light, the vast majority take the easier Spiral Path, which is accomplished over a much longer period. The walker of the Straight Path is rare because that road is bitter, painful and filled with terrors. Embodied in the life story of Jesus of Nazareth, the Path of the Bodhisattva is a path of crucifixion and suffering on behalf of others.
"The straight path, the upright course of action, the eightfold path, conducts us from the darkness to the light. Thus, this is what Christ meant when he said to us: "I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. - John 14:6
"Those who renounce the happiness of Nirvana because of their love for mankind, those who have the body or vehicle of solar transformation, the Nirmanakaya, are the authentic Bodhisattvas, who indeed walk along the straight path; they know the word of the Lord.
"Regarding myself, concerning me, I am a walker of the straight path; thus, I teach the doctrine related with the straight path for those who want to go on the straight path. As to those who do not want to go on the straight path, well, I'm sorry, but the moment at which they have to define themselves will come: then, to those who choose the Spiral Nirvanic Path, we, the ones who follow the Straight Path, have to say "good-bye," because we go towards the Absolute!" - Samael Aun Weor
Clearly, the Path taught by Samael Aun Weor is a radical departure from the teachings of the Spiral Path, and is even more sharply opposed to the far more common teachings of the Baalim, or Lunar Path. Thus, the student, when encountering Gnosis for the first time, is often shocked, outraged, or offended, because these teachings contradict much of what we believe or hold dear. Upon closer study, it will be discovered that Gnosis is indeed the Doctrine of the Synthesis, the expression of the Universal Wisdom in the heart of every religion. What is in conflict with Gnosis are the ideas and interpretations of mankind. Truth is One; it is the mind we have within which degenerates that Truth into opinions, dogmas, politics and wars.
As a vibrant embodiment of the Bodhisattva ideal, which renounces all self-interest and seeks instead to benefit others, Samael Aun Weor rejected any notion of personality worship or the attachments of followers. Throughout his life, many thousands of students projected onto him their ideals and their needs, and this continues to this day. While many worship him and make Gnosis into just another system of belief, his own message is very clear: the only Master we should follow is our own inner Divinity. To reach that inner Divinity, we must remove from our mind mere belief: we must instead study the path as taught by all the great teachers of humanity, and put those teachings into daily practice.
Perhaps most remarkably, what he wrote and taught was not mere theory: unlike most authors (especially those who write about religion and spirituality), he taught from personal experience.
"There are authors who write marvels, but when one looks at them, one realizes that they have not lived what they have written; they did not experience it in themselves, and that is why they are mistaken. I understand that one must write what one has directly experienced by oneself. I have proceeded in this way on my part." - The Initiatic Path in the Arcana of Tarot and Kabbalah (1978)
This review is from: The Revolution of the Dialectic / A Practical Guide to Gnostic Psychology and Meditation (Timeless Gnostic Wisdom) (Perfect Paperback)
Of all of SAW's works, this one stands out. I would equate this book to a kind of field manual for the awakening of the consciousness.
Many talk of expanding consciousness, of 'waking up', but few elaborate on HOW. This book teaches you how. If you want to begin to change, or if you have already started, this book is for you.
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This review is from: The Revolution of the Dialectic / A Practical Guide to Gnostic Psychology and Meditation (Timeless Gnostic Wisdom) (Perfect Paperback)
Never before has the art and technique of true meditation been so vividly and practically explained as in this work. If you want to learn how to meditate, look no further.
Within it is an amazing overview of the practical work upon one's own psychology. This book is truly revolutionary as the author goes into detail of the necessity of an Integral Pyschological Revolution within our own interior.
Readers should keep in mind that this book is one that must be studied profoundly for many years (as recommend by the author). As you progress in your inner development you will see how multiple readings is necessary as you will gain more information each time.
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This review is from: The Revolution of the Dialectic / A Practical Guide to Gnostic Psychology and Meditation (Timeless Gnostic Wisdom) (Perfect Paperback)
This is a very nicely published book. The cover, paper, binding, illustrations, all are extremely nice.
I find this to be one of the most practical and inspiring books of Samael Aun Weor. It seems I can pick it up at any time and flip it open for some practical advice to help me dive into my own psychology throughout the day. It is certainly a gold mine of wisdom.
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