takayu-temple

Are African Traditional Religions in Opposition to New Age Metaphysics?

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 00:02:53 +0100

I am a decendant of Post Ancient Egyptian Empires as well as Pre Slavery Religions being raised in a Eurocentric culture that hasen't quite found a comfortable dwelling for me. So what do I do? Where do I turn and how do I balance all of this chaos of ancient cultures and modern times? I do what anyone would do who is drowning in a cultural sea of chaos. Grab the first things that feels sturdy and helps me to keep my head above water. I found that in metaphysics(elemental wicca) and african religions,some,would say that is a parodox. One can not be religious and metaphysical at the same time...Well I have to disagree. Religion is a organized system of beliefs practiced by a certian groups,cultures or regions. You could decide today that you are going to worship a "Rock" and gain 1000 followers and thus you have formulated a Religion. So I am saying this to point out that ALL Religions utilize metaphysics simply by believing that somthing beyond them can help,heal or direct them to their goals,dreams or greater spiritual awareness. Metaphysics is broken down into Meta=Beyond and Physics=Physical..basically beyond the physical realm. You may say well a Rock is a physical object it is not beyond the physical realm. Yes that is true but the belief in it is something you can't see as well as the perceived results that it can create for you what you are really creating for yourself via Metaphysical Principals and Universal Laws.

I am more intune with Ancient Egyptian Culture by way of Bastet and Tehuti but I do feel a little Yoruba in my blood via Oshun Energy as well. I by no means am an expert on All African Religions but I was solicited once to get initiated into Vodou. I felt a strong urge to learn more but I was led in another direction by a sister that pointed this out to me. Why would I entrust my complete spiritual self to a stranger who could be out for his own personal gain and utilize me as an energy vampire would. After this detour my next direction was to work with ancient dieties of West Africa and Egypt but by creating and promoting New Modern Concepts that are more practical in today's society.The Ancient ways have beautiful traditions but the only thing that remains constant is change. I feel that time is "NOW" For example learn what you can but always listen first and foremost to your inner self. I don't feel that positive dieties want you to worship them or give animal sacrafice. This to me would be a strong sign of Egotism. Why would beings that are strong and powerful need you to kill in order for them to help you? Doesn't make sense to me. I feel that when you call on certain energies and spirits of ancient dieties you should be trying to align yourself with attributes that you may need in this realm such as: Water Energy and learning to flow (Tefnut); Beauty and SelfLove (Oshun); Warrior Energy and War (Sekhmet) and so on....

The other thing you could do is ask them to teach you what they have mastered and in reverence you offer them gifts particularly the gifts that please them the most. The same as you would a physical being that you have encountered that has taught you their mastery.I don't agree with worshiping beings and dieties but more of a reverence and appreciation for the energy that you may feel toward them and the energy that they have bestowed upon you.

It is apparent that New Age Metaphysics disputes many religious belief systems,however, there are still many bridges that connect them. The bridges that connect them are the fact that beleif is a term that is used in Religion and in Metaphysics.

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Belief–verb (used without object)

to have confidence in the truth, the existence, or the reliability of something, although without absolute proof that one is right in doing so: Only if one believes in something can one act purposefully. according to dictionary.com

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If you create something in your minds eye and visualize it long enough you will manifest it.How does one know that? By visualizing it and accepting that it is already true before you have physical evidence.If you don't believe in your visualization you will not manifest it or ritual,spell etc. The same with religious belief if you accept a thought in your minds eye and put your faith in it then you will manifest that thought. If you have a whole group of people focusing on the same thought the greater the manifestation. This is the Univeral Law of Attraction.(there are other laws see Kybalion.org)

In conclusion, you are ultimately the god or goddess that you seek. We are born to create as well as procreate. We do this consciouly,subconscioulsy as well as unconsciously. The only difference is the creation is usually flawed when you don't do it consciously and deliberately. The fact that many of us in the african diaspora are attracted to Ancient African Religions means that we are tapping into our ancestoral DNA. This doesn't mean that we don't have a choice and the ability to see the flaws. These traditions were created by your ancestors so does this not make you a creator as well. So what are you creating for us today? What new thinking or way of practicing metaphysics are you channeling? What contributions are you making to the collective consciousness?

Response Blog to Nicole Saxon

-Takayu Evening Eyes of Bastet

Morphic Resonance,Universal Synchronicity,and Claircognizance.......same thing or not?

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 08:27:01 +0100

(response to another blog).....in the realm of claircognizance aka clear knowing....and universal synchronicities I feel they are the same. I think when we are in a lack of knowing we are out of sync with the universe but once we get back in sync we begin to just know again. You stated about researching this topic...I think that is a great idea to research which would give us the logical explaination to support our intuitive theroy..... my husband and I often debate about logic vs intuition. I feel we need both but in logic I am seeing that anyone can make a thing seem logical in explanination to the logical mind.....however if you are intune with your intuitive nature you can barely be fooled because you see behind the smoke screen......back to the knowing again...Dr Jewel Pookrum spoke of topic called morphic resonance how the birds all fly in the same direction or the ants all march in the same beat.....and how we were all..who are genetically similar...use to resonate at the same frequency...I am beginning to see conscious black women going back to morphic resonance....I just felt that chill in the back of my neck....In conclusion I feel that are the same and we are becoming more in tune with this again or just more aware of what has already been present.

-Takayu

Masculine Balance in a Goddess Reality? What is it?

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 06:13:11 +0100

THE MAN "You just think you have things all figured out. I can't share my point of view and my frustrations"

THE WOMAN "Well you can but the problem is..."

THE MAN "There you go again trying to solve my problems...sum me up"

THE WOMAN " Why do yall complain so much...Can't you just be positive and optimistic...You are just causing your own problems"

THE MAN "Everything is not just positve in this world..there are evil forces that don't want me to succeed and a brother just doesn't have a chance."

THE WOMAN " I know it is difficult for black men but we all choose to be born..we all have a purpose. We will not change the whole world over night but if you just align with your purpose you will feel a sense of balance"

THE MAN " That is bullshit...and fantacy illusion..There is no purpose..Oh let me guess...all I need to do is call on some spirit guides and the magic fearies will save me and bring me peace and balance.... more bull and more shit"

THE WOMAN "Well then what you gonna do just live a life of misery and wait for death. You are always so negative. Why can't you just see the positive sometimes?"

This is a common dance between men and women on the path of evolution of the black woman and black man. In this instance the woman is tapping into her spirit guides,metaphysic,and trying to align to raise up the vibrations of the world and her family. Then there is her mate who wants to be positive but is overwhelmed by the negativity in this world and the hardships and doesn't think he has a real purpose. A purpose worth of living or dying for. What is the problem? What is it that causes a majority of black men to have difficulty connecting with a purpose? A goal? A reason they choose to be born and finding balance in that without blaming everyone and everything for their problems? What is it that cause them to get stuck and how can we help get them unstuck and back in the divine flow and balance of the divine feminine and divine masculine?

-Takayu

Common Myths and Magick

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 23:01:17 +0100

Common Myths and Magick

According to answer.com:
"The art that purports to control or forecast natural events, effects, or forces by invoking the supernatural.

The practice of using charms, spells, or rituals to attempt to produce supernatural effects or control events in nature."

This is a good working definition of Magick. In relation to Metaphysics I would say the term magick would be the verb and Metaphysics would be the noun. Metaphysics is the science that deals with the energy that is used to create magick in ones life.

When dealing in magick there are universal laws that one must keep into consideration. We see these laws come into play as commandments in the Bible, The Laws of Maat , and the Wiccan favorite law "Harm None" Not saying every single attempt to write a universal law in 100% correct but they all basically have a few things in common. What you give is what you get a basic underlying energy of karma. Karma is the think that should be kept in mind when dealing in metaphysics because this is how the universe works. In saying this words and intentions must be carfully thought out.

Magick or Myth

MYTH! Spells are something a old white lady with a croocked nose and a pointy hat does in a darken room all alone in the woods?

This is a total misconception by the Euro centric male dominated mainstream. A spell in an affirmation or visualization verbalized (usually it rhymes) to send out though and sound waves that will affect the outcome of a situation to alter your present reality.

MYTH! Potions are mixtures of dead animal parts and weird thing you never heard of like magick dust. They will transform you like Cinderella.

Potions are herbal or homeopathic mixtures, tinctures, brews, or teas used to aide on in their metaphysical intentions.

MYTH! Rituals are evil and anyone who does them are evil too.

Everyone performs rituals. They can be from your daily routines that you are used to that create a good energy in your life to weddings and funerals. In magick a ritual is a preplanned set of metaphysical actions that add several different types of energies into one. Example: position of the moon, time of day, color candles to burn, herbs to use, diety to call on, intentions, which aromas and words to chant or what type of movement or dance. Put all these things together and focus on one intention: this causes a stronger energy sent out into the universe.

With this remember the underlying rule of “ What you put out always come back”KARMA

- Takayu aka Earth Spirit of Bast

Metaphysical House Warming

Thu, 13 May 2010 13:24:42 +0100

Metaphysical House Warming:
Here is a great ritual you can do as often as you like on a waning moon whenever you feel the need to release and renew your homes energy an give your life a boost in the positive direction. Begin by walking around your home and asking the space to work with you and show you where everthing would like to be to allow positive energy to flow. Then trust that your request is being manifested.

Here Is What You Will Need And How To Use It.

Garabe Bags- To throw out all unwanted, broken, never used, junk that is taking up your sacred space and cluttering your positive energy. (If you like you can even purchase a Feng Shui Book to teach you about objects and energy placing)</i> If not just trust your vibes.

A Household Broom and Mop- This is used to clean as usual but as you clean say the below Spell to release negative energy. Both sweeping and moping(with ammonia). Try to clean in a direction where you can gather the negative energy as you visualize it going in one direction out of a door or window and being released.

HERBS
Sage- Smudge your self with sage oil and burn some sage around the house.

Lemon Oil-put the lemon oil in a diffuser and the aroma aides in purification and positive upliftment.

Ammonia- Use to clean aides in removal of negative energy that has accumulated.

Music- Play what ever motivates you or uplifts you.

Color- Yellow promotes cheerfulness and mental activity as this is why it is very uplifting and a color that works well with stimulating the intellect which is needed to adapt to change and promote creativity in your life: where something yellow or place a yellow candle or object around your house

I clear it out

Fear and Doubt

Release negative energy

And welcome only synergy

Negative energy no longer roam

I feel peace and tranquil in this home

-Takayu Bast

7 Most Common Road Blocks to Conscious Elevation

Thu, 13 May 2010 13:01:27 +0100

The 7 Road Blocks to Conscious Elevation and Their Emotional

Expression
feel free to add some if I missed any
1-Goddess/God Complex:Pride- getting completly wrapped up in being a goddess/god and forgetting about the other half
2-Angry Black Woman/Black Man Syndrome:Anger- too busy angry at life and what everyone is or is not doing to see their own faults
3-Holier Than Thou Fanatic:Pride- this is the holy rolling Religious Fanatic or could be a Conscious person that is extremely fanatical and looks down on others
4-Fear of Failure :Fear- wanting to succeed but too afraid of failing so this person never tries therefore they never learn from their mistakes
5-Fear of Success:Fear- wanting to succeed but really afraid of what changes must take place to be Successful
6- Reversed Racisim,Sexism, and Classism : Hate- this is feeling so victimized that when empowered (if not empowered just criticizes) this individual then becomes the oppressor whether it be race vs race....sex vs sex....or ....rich vs poor
7- Victim Syndrome: Sadness or Depression- this individual refuses to acknowledge that they are causing their problems and continues to see the external world as the problem

-Takayu

Calm My Inner Storm: Flexibility

Thu, 13 May 2010 12:37:25 +0100

Calm My Inner Storm

Storm
Wrapped in a Cocoon so tight and snug
No Room to move I am trapped like a bug
Looking out of this vessel yearning to be born
Anticipation, Deep contemplation
I won’t give up I’ve sworn
I hear the sounds around me far and near
I’m trying so hard to hold back this tear
Change is one thing that must always come
Whether I am alive or whether I am numb
I can see it I can smell it I can feel it’s very essence
That beautiful magnificent being
I reach and welcome her presence
So beautiful so serene so stupendously warm
Come be one with me and calm my inner storm
-Takayu

Just Breathe :Releasing Burden

Thu, 13 May 2010 12:36:57 +0100

Just Breathe

Sacred Affirmation Releasing Burden

I breathe and breathe as I breathe it out

I release the negative baggage and doubt

I am all I need on air I fly

Breath in my ancestors that float on high

Oh Mother Auset I call on you

When I am lost show me what to do

I am your daughter eternally

Wisdom flow thru so I can see

I float and fly my cares away

Mentally manipulating my course and day

-Takayu

How do I know my SIGNS!?!

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 08:03:46 +0100

Sitting at this computer late nights channeling the energy of my divine self I sometimes see a little white twinkle in the corner of my right eye or left eye or above my head. I have been told this is my guide or guides. Spirit guide, angel, or ancestors I know we all have them. What is exactly a spirit guide. Well upon birth there is a spiritual being that is assigned to you that sorta cushions life and is available to you to assist you. I also know that life is not always meant to be cushioned because we are here to learn lessons and have certain experiences. However, if you start communicating with them you will get answers and they can and will aide you. I recently got a glimps of one of my guides, not sure of his name but he was a brown skinned black tall male in an old black military uniform. Yes,your guide can be a male. But in actuality they can appear as anything race, color or nationality.

According to the ancient ways, when we use to live in tribes and villages the Oracle would know before you came here what your purpose was in the village. They would assit you in rememberance once of age. Now-adays, no village, no old oracle, just you? How in the world are you going to remember what you came here to do, and know where you are suspose to be. Well by trusting your vibes and learning to communicate with your innerself, guides, and reading the sign posts of your life. We as black women that are disconnected from our roots are thrust in the forefront to call on all our inate forces and raise to the occation. Our purpose doesn't always deal in getting educated,making lots of money eventhough this society makes that the most important thing. Your purpose is that thing that you do even if you didn't get paid to do it, the thing that brings you joy deep down in your soul and usually envolves helping others.We have to know again,trust again,and listen again. Our innerselves are sending us signals of what our purpose is we can not blindly live without answering our calling. You may ask..Okay I want to answer but I don't hear it. First of all you have to turn off the TV,the computer, the cell phone, the constant chattering or the world and go within. You won't find it outside of yourself.

HOW DOES OUR SUBCONSCIOUS SPEAK TO US AND HOW CAN I KNOW THE SIGNS

Internal Signs:Well for instance, the subconscious speaks to us in symbols for example you dream last night of a spider's web. (usually the dream has to have no relation to recently daily activities) You know this is your subconscious because there is no apparent reason to dream of a spider's web. The next step is to remember your first thought or feeling after the dream this is a good key to what it means. May
be a situation in life: you are entangled in. It is very important to go within because a spider's web may have different meaning to different people.

You can start a symbol journal and write what certain symbols mean to you ex: healing,fear, anger etc

External Signs are similar because your subconscious communicates to you during waking hours as well. Not to mention your spirit guides. The signs come in the split seconds that we usually don't
pay attentin to them. There are no coincidences, everything happens for a reason. Here is a personal example. My mate and I were moving.. we were all packed up but noticed our tv/radio was missing. The first thought popped in my head was a family friend that was just there and standing in the doorway. His image came in my head immediatly. Subtle but I realized it. I trusted
my intuition and proceeded to feel for the energy of the object. I was lead to the basement in a
cabinet. Sure enough I saw the tv/radio was there. Later he confessed. He hid it in hopes of taking it later once we were gone.

Signs come in the forms of:
Mental Images
Phrases (get stuck in you mind)
Feelings out of now where
Dreams
Premonitions
Other people (sometime will say certain things)
Certain scenerios that keep showing themselves in your life

This is when you need to tune in and ask yourself questions like......
Who am i?
Why did I come here?
What do I really want out of life?
What do I need to overcome? (weaknesses)
What type of relationships am I attracting?
Why?
after each question sit quietly and really listen get a notebook and brainstorm whatever thoughts
start to pour fourth and trust in your process and trust that you deep inside really know.

Have you ever had that gut intuiton and later found out you were right. Tell me you stories so we can confirm that we are working intuitive beings....

-Takayu Bast
Earth Spirit of Bast

Nurturing and Sexuality

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 07:26:18 +0100

This was a response to a random blog

Your pain and your ablility to analyze it is a beautiful sign that you are doing what I like to call " Dirty Work" Some people can not even identify and acknowledge the issues that stem from their inner child. I never did understand why a woman would treat her child different when they looked like or reminded them of a father they were no longer with. My mom treated my sister pretty harshly because she didn't like her dad and also I had a friend with the same dilema. It really does leave scars.

Dealing with men....this one is very tricky I think because it is hard to talk about without either sounding "old fashion" vs "independant womanish". I am somewhere in the middle of that. My mother was born in Liberia and came here at age 19 she did it all worked and domestic family. We debated all the time that my mom treated my brother better because he had less chore and didn't do nothing in the kitchen. Liberian men are pretty cocky but that is a whole nother thing. She married my dad who was American black guy. He use to always say he would not get married had he not met my mom cause of they way American women were. I had a chance first hand to see the difference.

MY Mother Family -African "Liberian"
MY Father Family- African American

What I learned is that alot "not all" american black women get caught up in the mind frame of being an independat black women and for get the balance of family. I do understand both mind frames because we have been beaten down so much we don't see or want to be the "nurturer" This is a burdensome job if you haven't found the balance to nurture yourself FIRST and the joy to realize how powerful nurturing is. I am just not realizing it is an art.. I myself am not the most affetionate woman and I am somewhat cut off from my emotionl body. Remember I am with a Pisces who is Sooo.....in touch with his emotional body. This goes back to where you say they feel like burdens. I know this feeling...I am in a house with four boys a mate and a male cat. LMAO couldn't get one girl so I created a group. But I digress....the burden is their dependancy on our nurturing. The women is so so so central to this whole reality. Men who act so demanding and agressive those are their little inner boys who didn't get properly nurtured and or disciplined and now they put those demands on you. We as up and coming goddesses have to heal our selves first of course and then for lack of an un common term "set the record straight" When we set up boundries not walls and nurture not self sacrafice then we will heal our selves and the men involved. We we attract a mate that reflect a part of us....it is like looking at a mirror they will reveal to us our most beautiful self as well as our most ugly. Being in relationship is a healing journey with pain and joy.... Men are not"Evil" they are just Grown Men with "wounded inner boys" just like alot of us are Grown Women with" wounded inner girls".

As far as the sexual nature of it goes I think women have bisexual tendancies by nature because we give birth to both sexes and nurture both sexes. I beleive we choose a male partner to merge with as a balance of male and female energy. If you are a woman with more maculine agression this sometime causes you to seek out nurturing from another woman usually because it was not received from your mother or if the father is absent it can cause you to take on the father mentality to your mom. There are many psycological levels of the expression of sexuality.

-Takyau