The Hidden Dimension

Joseph Campbell Foundation2 minutes read

Belief in a dimension beyond the senses across cultures leads to a perception of divinity as a manifestation of energy, reflecting different aspects like violence or compassion, shaping personal experiences and internal conflicts, ultimately questioning the need for a personified source of life's energy.

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  • Personal experiences deeply influence how individuals perceive divinity, with internal struggles represented by guardian angels and tempting devils impacting decision-making processes, illustrating the intricate relationship between internal energies and external influences.
  • The concept of divinity across cultures often revolves around a realm beyond the tangible, where gods are viewed as embodiments of various energies rather than the creators of such energies, showcasing a belief in a mysterious dimension that transcends the ordinary senses and emphasizes wonder and power as vehicles for experiencing the divine.

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"Divinity: Energy Manifestations Across Cultures"

  • Across cultures, a shared sense of mystery leads to a belief in a dimension beyond the senses, where divinity is experienced through wonder and power, with gods seen as manifestations of energy rather than its source, reflecting different aspects of that energy such as violence or compassion.
  • Personal experiences shape one's perception of divinity, with internal conflicts symbolized by guardian angels and tempting devils influencing decisions, highlighting the interplay of energies within oneself and the universe, ultimately questioning the need for a personal, personified source of life's energy.
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