Religion is filled with a certain number of dogmatic concepts, but there are also pearls of thought hidden under the doctrine and help a person to understand the spiritual life. Aside from literal descriptions of the creation of the world and concentrate on more mundane issues, you can find basic lessons and see the values lurking in every religious system.
At the same time, you will not need to fully follow the ideology of religion - you will have access to the truth, information on how to live happily and peacefully, getting what you want and helping others. Just what exactly can you learn by excluding dogmas from religion?
Issues of concern to humanity
People strive to find answers to questions about who we are, what is the essence of our life and what is the role of man in the Universe, how he should behave with others and what is happening to the planet today. By examining some of the myths and theological concepts, you can find answers to all these questions - they are hidden behind the narrative, clothed in spiritual form.
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It is worth starting research with ancient beliefs, because their wisdom became the basis for the creation of all subsequent religions that define world culture today. You will be able to understand how differently some peoples understood the basic rules of morality and conscience, while maintaining a certain unity in describing the principles of self-control, both emotional and physical. The amazing wisdom of all this knowledge can make your outlook on life clearer and guide you on the right path.
The essence of ancient teachings
The stories and images of ancient religions should not be taken literally - they are archetypes, allegories, symbols, parables, all of this is used to describe the laws of reality in relation to the sphere of the invisible and divine.
In former times, science was not available to a wide range of people, and technologies were not yet developed, so the perception of reality was deeply imbued with symbols and directly related to the use of imagination, which becomes the key to the meaning of each of the ancient stories. People have always looked for the truth. Anyone who takes ancient legends literally in the modern world becomes a victim of strict ideology and forgets about the rational analysis of information. As a result, religious conflicts arise on the basis of thoughtless worship.
The correct approach to religion
Separate yourself from fiction, immerse yourself in the esoteric meaning of religious stories and give up illusions. This will help you understand divine truth and better understand yourself. Did an enlightened Jesus really exist? That's quite possible! Could he walk on water and turn water into wine? It is impossible to prove this in any case. Instead of clinging to details, it is better to think about what the narratives and other religious traditions teach about him. It is no coincidence that most of the world's religions are quite similar to each other.
The negative effect of religion
Most people tend to focus on the differences between religions that alienate people from each other. It would be much better to think about what unites us all, to assess our universal human needs and values. So it is worth getting rid of the formalities of religion, concentrating on basic knowledge aimed at understanding oneself and the world around us.
The word "religion" comes from the Latin word religare, which means to bind or to restrain. Religion focuses on understanding the divine essence and at the same time not allowing a person to allow thoughts that have not received approval from above. Religion limits the perception of a person, not allowing him to take a holistic view of the world.
Esoteric traditions
Esotericism has much more to do with the moment than with trying to find a purpose in the next life. Divine will should not initially be an authoritarian constraint, it is just the basis that allows you to achieve harmony and order, controlling the surrounding chaos. The concept of paradise arose for the reason that many religious systems were associated with astrotheology, that is, a cult that unites deities with astronomical bodies. To this day, staunch Catholics are forbidden to study the night sky - it is considered sacrilegious. Moreover, the planets, stars, sun and moon are associated with the esoteric law of analogy. Its essence lies in the fact that the same cycles are repeated at various levels of reality.
Connection with ancient Egypt
The connection between astronomy and esotericism is also manifested in horoscopes. The word "horoscope" itself denotes a person's life path, described in the context of solar cycles. The definition originated from the name of the Egyptian god Horus, also known as Horus. Ancient Egyptian culture and mythology influenced other religions. Their essence was sun worship. In many cultures, the sun is a key force. It inspires theologians to create belief systems based on duality - the contrast between darkness and light. Horus was a god depicted as a golden falcon flying across the sky. The word "horizon" also refers to this concept. Horus is the savior, the focus of wisdom and knowledge. He brings the truth by shedding light on the earth.
Cult of the god Horus
To understand the impact of Egyptian beliefs on other religions, you should familiarize yourself with mythology in more detail. So Horus has three family members - mother, father and brother. Mother Isis is the goddess of the night sky, she rules the heavens together with her husband Osiris, the creator of all things. After Horus makes his way through the sky, power passes to his brother Seth, who rules the world of darkness. Seth is a grim figure representing sin, chaos, and death. This is the analogue of the devil in Egyptian mythology. However, he is not considered evil - the Egyptians understood that darkness is necessary for the existence of light. It is a reflection of the concept of duality, darkness and light, good and bad, positive and negative.
Harmony concept
In Egyptian mythology, it is described that Horus and Seth found harmony, agreeing not to strive only for their own interests. Their relationship is based on trust. Without the balance of opposites, the world would plunge into chaos. Only in harmony with the Set of Mountains can he calmly make his way. There is another god of chaos - Apep. If Set is a symbol of internal contradictions, then Apep is the focus of external chaos. People who succumb to the devil, or, in other words, are too busy with themselves, in the Egyptian concept represent Apep. Anything bad that happens is connected with Apep. Finding harmony within himself, a person unites Horus and Set in his soul, allowing himself to control chaos and find a guiding light. If there is also chaos in the soul, the external influence of Apep turns out to be decisive. The more a person succumbs to him, the more difficult it is for him to restore the former harmony.
Using the concept
The ancient Egyptians used these myths and analogies in order to explain the struggle of archetypes within a person and told in symbols about things related to our daily life. The point is not that gods do exist, but the moral implications of their stories. The main thing is duality: in every person there is both light and darkness. We choose between them ourselves. Darkness helps us deal with fears and desires, and then wisdom illuminates the decision. Divine balance works within each of us, and each person determines his own destiny.