Exploring the Mysteries of Dreams: A Path to Self-Realization through Yoga and Vedic Wisdom

Is it possible to dream about things that you have never seen or experienced? The vast and uncharted territory of our dreams holds profound secrets about the human mind and consciousness. This article delves into the realms of dreaming, offering insights from Vedic wisdom and the practice of 8-Limbs of Patanjali Yoga. By understanding the different states of consciousness, we can harness the power of dreams for self-realization and spiritual growth.

The Four Realities: Waking, Dreaming, Sleeping, and Samadhi

The philosophy of Panhellenic Wisdom posits that a human being can exist in four natural and sequential states of reality, each associated with a distinct form of consciousness. These states are:

Waking (Jagrukta-R): In this state, the svarupa or true self expresses itself through the physical body, engaging with the material world. At this level, the self-consciousness is unaware of itself. Dreaming (Swapna-R): During dreaming, the self 'sees' on the brain screen, also known as rapids-eye-movement (REM) sleep. Here, the self-consciousness is still not aware of itself. It is important to note that no one leaves their physical body during dreams. The contents of dreams can be influenced by various factors: In-take: This includes food, drink, clothing, and environmental changes like weather, eclipses, or natural disasters. Physical body sleeping conditions. Imaginary thinking, which can be vivid and reflective of a lucid dream where one is the writer, producer, director, and visitor of their own dream. Messages from a higher source, referred to as a true dream.

Understanding and managing the content of our dreams can be achieved by reciting Veda Mantras. Some examples include:

Aum! Oh Savitr Sun! Lord of the Universe, remove our defects. Bring whatever is auspicious to us. Let us repeat the Yajur Veda Shiva Samkalpa Mantra before sleep Mātrā dancer, divine messenger, reflect the light of Veda within my heart

Additionally, creating a psychic self-defense sieve, also known as a Lakshmana Rekha, around the body can protect against negative influences.

The Dreaming State: A Gateway to Deeper Realities

The Swapna state is further divided into:

Normal Dreaming: The self-consciousness is not aware of itself. Dreams of Intuition (ACadastro/ OBE): The self-consciousness is aware that it dreams but remains within the physical body. This can lead to sleep paralysis, where the physical body is asleep but the mind remains awake.

The Nightmare, acting as a gatekeeper, ensures that only those with proper mental conditioning can transition into the realm of Samadhi (Ap/OBE). In this state, the self-consciousness is fully aware and can experience:

Consciousness of Earth Awareness of other planets Encounters with deceased loved ones and higher beings.

Such experiences are physically verifiable. For a deeper understanding, one can study the Mandukya Upanishad and explore the concept of Invisible Helpers as described in the works of the Theosophical Publishing House.

Conclusion: Controlling the States of Consciousness

A wise human being must learn to control these four states of consciousness to achieve a balanced and purposeful life. By mastering the ability to transition between them, one gains a greater understanding of self-realization and the power of the mind. Remember, a wise human rules their stars, while fools obey them.