God – Compassionate Awakening

Exploring the Sun’s Symbolism: Embracing the Compassionate Radiance

Published on February 2, 2014June 7, 2023 by Jennifer LillaLeave a comment

The sun, with its profound symbolism, serves as a powerful image of spiritual enlightenment. It rises each day, dispelling darkness and illuminating the world, making it a fitting representation of spiritual awakening. Across cultures, the sun is depicted as a circle, with rays, or in a spiral form, reflecting its radiant and transformative energy. In various spiritual traditions, the sun is personified as a god, embodying the life-giving force within the vastness of the cosmos. By delving into the symbolism of the sun, we deepen our understanding of compassion and its connection to spiritual growth.

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Beyond Binary Gender: The Hermaphrodite as a Catalyst for Compassion and Self-Understanding

Published on September 9, 2013June 7, 2023 by Jennifer LillaLeave a comment

The societal structures that define our understanding of gender have been ingrained in our consciousness over centuries. These constructs have traditionally offered us two choices, male and female, defining our roles, expectations, and identities. However, the hermaphrodite, a figure encompassing both male and female attributes, invites us to transcend this binary perspective and explore a more fluid, compassionate, and self-aware understanding of gender and the self.

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Exploring Oneness and Multiplicity: The Pomegranate as Fruit of Enlightenment

Published on February 22, 2013June 7, 2023 by Jennifer Lilla

The spiritual path is often depicted through profound metaphors and symbolism, eloquently encapsulating the profound journey toward enlightenment. One such emblem is the pomegranate, a fruit that exquisitely embodies the interplay of Oneness and Multiplicity, fundamental principles of spiritual awareness.

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The Quaternity: Symbolizing Self-Realization, Spiritual Awakening, and Self-Compassion

Published on January 17, 2013June 2, 2023 by Jennifer LillaLeave a comment

The quaternity, a profound symbol of inner wholeness and the emergence of our true nature, holds significant implications for self-realization, spiritual awakening, and self-compassion. Carl Jung identified the squaring of the circle as the archetype of wholeness, highlighting its crucial role in our dreams and fantasies. This article explores the myth and symbolism surrounding the quaternity, delving into its transformative power and its capacity to guide us towards self-discovery and compassion.

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