Universal Kabbalah in contrast to Jewish Kabbalah

Kabbalah can be studied from many perspectives including Jewish, Christian, Egyptian, Gnostic, Sufi, Hermetic, Universal, and many others.  The Universal perspective is pure in that it utilizes all aspects of the Kabbalah without the dogma or religious focus of individual traditions.  This is the Kabbalah that we teach, in accordance with the lineage and techniques handed down through the Modern Mystery School, one of the seven ancient mystery schools on the planet.

Although considered Jewish Mysticism by many, Kabbalah originates as far back as the dawn of human thought, predating any of the world's religions. Additionally, it has continued to expand and develop as human consciousness has evolved, influencing and being influenced by every golden age in the evolution of the world. Throughout it’s venerable life span the Kabbalah has remained adaptable to contemporary thought and compatible with western lifestyles, earning it the title of “The Ancient Yoga of the West”. Like Yoga, it's ultimate goal is Union.

Historically, in order to study the Kabbalah in the Jewish tradition it was required that one be male, over 40 years old, well-versed in the Torah, a stable life with family and a steady job, and so on. In the Jewish Kabbalah there is much focus on the science of "Gematria" (discovering hidden connections and meanings between words via their numerological value), Decoding the Torah, Intellectual/Philosophical Exploration, Studying the Zohar, Contemplating God’s Creation, Restoration of the Soul by becoming the "Adam Kadmon" and thereby reuniting the "Shekinah" with the Creator.

Many of these things can be addressed through the Universal Kabbalah as well, although we do so in a fashion that is free of any specific religious focus. However, the main focus in the Universal Kabbalah system is that of energetically and experientially ascending the Tree of Life. This process is one of spiritual and personal Alchemy that transforms our lives into a more pure manifestation of our full potential and true self. It culminates in an experience of what is known as "Crossing the Abyss" which grants one access to a spiritual vision of Union with the Creator. In a sense, the Abyss represents everything that keeps us feeling separate and isolated from God/dess. Crossing the Abyss helps us to remove the veils of perceived separation and return to a sense of wholeness and completion. Doing so helps us to come into more full conscious awareness and direct knowing of the divine essence within us. Such self-awareness and re-awakening can truly revolutionize our entire approach to life in the physical.

We believe that we have never been separated from God/dess, other than by the veils of our own perception. The Supernal Realm is already a part of our being. Given that an aspect of our being has never truly separated from God/dess, we offer through what is known as the "Secret Kabbalah" a method for healing the division in our mind and soul. This process can take place in an instant, or it may require several rounds of ascending the Tree of Life, depending on the individual and their readiness to empty themselves and embrace the Oneness of All That Is. Without a doubt, though, the system of Universal Kabbalah and the process of ascending the Tree of Life through methods of spiritual Alchemy is a truly Transformative Journey.