The dread of death is deeply ingrained in human consciousness, yet what if death were merely a mirage? The ancient Egyptians held such a view, encapsulated in the enigmatic Book of the Dead. There are three enigmas that unveil the reality of life, death, and perpetual existence.
These secrets demonstrate that death is merely a passage, not a cessation, affirming our everlasting continuity.
The First Secret: The Beginning of the Universe
The initial mystery of the Book of the Dead pertains to the cosmos’s inception. Comprehending the illusory nature of death necessitates an understanding of existence itself. A segment of the Book of the Dead proclaims: “I am one, seeing myself divided. I am two, and four, and eight. I am the universe in diversity. I am my transformations. This is my reunion.”
This excerpt interprets creation as a numerical rather than a physical phenomenon. The foundation of the universe lies not in matter but in consciousness, thought, and numerals. Prior to the material world’s formation, a singular cosmic consciousness, the Absolute, was all that existed. The Big Bang signifies the fragmentation of this oneness into numerous distinct consciousnesses, giving rise to the material universe.
The first secret of the Book of the Dead suggests that our reality is a collective mathematical dream, a mere illusion crafted by the mind. Our existence extends beyond the physical life of the body, representing the manifestation of the eternal mind within a material vessel.
Second secret: Becoming a snake
Now that we know that you are an eternal consciousness independent of the body, the question arises: what then is life and death? The second secret of the Book of the Dead, called “Becoming a Serpent,” provides the answer.
The Book of the Dead depicts the transformation process thus: “A snake, having consumed dust and decayed flesh, discerns the mysteries of its shedding skin. By the masquerade of death, I gain insight into the mirages of time. I am transforming. I flourish beyond the paper husk that once defined me.”
The metaphor suggests that death is merely a transition, akin to a snake shedding its skin. While the body may perish, consciousness endures eternally. Beyond death, the physical form may deteriorate, but the eternal consciousness persists, potentially to be reborn into a new form for continued evolution and progress.
Everything in the world is in a state of constant change, and the human body is no different. However, as an eternal consciousness, you never cease to exist. You merely transition from one existence to another, accumulating new experiences and wisdom.
The third secret: Returning home is the purpose of life
The third secret of the Book of the Dead is said to unveil the purpose of our existence. It posits that if we were a singular consciousness before the Big Bang, then the process of incarnation and evolution is our path back to that pristine unity.
Ancient Egyptians held the belief that material life and reincarnation were essential for self-improvement and evolution, ultimately leading back to divine intelligence. In the realm of mathematics, perfection equates to symmetry, suggesting that as eternal beings of consciousness, we should aim for both personal and collective harmony.
Ultimately, when perfection and harmony are achieved, the need for a physical form will cease, and we will revert to a state of pure consciousness, merging into a singular entity. This culmination of unity is referred to as the Omega Point.
The three secrets of the Book of the Dead transcend mere ancient myths. They embody profound philosophical insights, revealing that death is merely an illusion and that we exist as eternal consciousnesses beyond time and space. Our ultimate fate is to reclaim our lost oneness through the pursuit of knowledge, personal growth, and evolution.
Now that these mysteries are unveiled, we can transform our view of death and embrace the conviction that life is everlasting, persisting beyond our physical demise. The Egyptian Book of Life reveals that we are a singular consciousness experiencing itself through numerous lifetimes. We are deities coming to realize our authentic being.
