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What is a Vedic Divine Archetype?

3/25/2019

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An archetype is typically defined as a statement, pattern of behavior, or prototype (model) which other statements, patterns of behavior, and objects copy or emulate. It can also be a platonic or philosophical idea referring to pure forms which embody the fundamental characteristics of a thing. In addition, an archetype can also be a collectively or inherited unconscious idea, pattern of thought, image etc. which is believed to be universally present.

This concept of archetype was widely used by philosophers such as Plato and then made famous with extensive usage by psychiatrist- Carl Jung. One simple and yet clear definition for the word ‘archetype’ is that it is a constantly recurring symbol or motif in literature, painting or mythology.

The question that comes up is what does the concept of Vedic Divine Archetype really mean??
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In the Vedic tradition, a being with higher energy and the best in their field of expertise is called a Deva. Deva is an archetype that typifies a particular quality (specific energy). When we pray to them, mull on their wisdom; we can slowly start to imbibe and assimilate their energy and their wisdom.  Slowly over time, this helps us to start resonating with the Deva and the wisdom and blessings they characterize- this resonance is what was called as Siddhi in the Vedic tradition.
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The many archetypes from the Vedic tradition were later called as “Gods” within Hinduism, as this religion started forming (much later in history and after several invasions by western forces). This creats massive confusion! Since there are many who feel that Hindus believe in many gods. NOT AT ALL…
There is the concept of Brahman or one supreme God-head. But when one reaches the very epitome of any quality of any state of existence or being-ness, then they become a deva, i.e. a ‘God- highest being’ in that space and for that thing!!
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So, we have an archetype or Deva for Intellect called Lord Ganesha or an archetype or Devi (female deva) for Creative Expression called Goddess Saraswati and so on…
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    Vedic Culture, which   is the culture of the original Himalayan Masters,    is one of the most advanced ancient civilizations.  It is a tradition which has given mankind several treasures such Yoga, Meditation, Conscious-Living and Vedic Sciences such as Ayurveda, Vedic Physics & Vedic Mathematics.

    It was always a scientific culture that understood the very mechanics and workings of this Universe. Their deities, their gods and goddesses were all a way of expressing and explaining these energies and their inter-working. Modern Quantum Mechanics is just starting to understand string theory, dark matter etc. which have all been fundamental to the Vedic understanding. Because of this, they developed ways and methods which allowed one to best tap into life-energy itself.

    Vedic Culture, as it was practiced by the Himalayan Masters, was always a "way of life" and not a religion.

    Their basic view was that, there is only ONE Supreme God-head (God as our creator) and each one of us can find our path to it- experience union with that divinity (Yoga) in their own way.

    Because of this, anyone with any religious affiliations and beliefs can still benefit from their knowledgeable ways of Vedic Wisdom.

    Our attempt here is to present this ancient wisdom in a modern light, so our readers can interpret the true, essential meaning more easily and then extrapolate it to their own specific scenarios and enhance the quality of their life and being-ness.
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