Was Einstein A Kabbalist?

Not only was Einstein a ground breaking physicist, but clearly, he had a true understanding about not just the scientific constructs and underpinnings of the cosmos, but the spiritual ones as well.

I have no real evidence to prove this, but I think Einstein studied Kabbalah, because of the way he was able to distinguish between the illusions we create about separateness, versus true at one-ment of all things. This, I'm sure, helped make his theory of relativity possible. He realized that time and space aren't separate, but are interwoven.

If you still view everything in terms of duality -- good and evil, light and dark, etc. -- then you're still viewing the world through the illusion of separateness -- and it's very hard not to. Even the Buddha himself struggled with this, so you're in good company! It wasn't until he remembered a time during his youth, when his father took him to a planting festival. As the villagers started digging into the earth to begin planting seeds, he felt great sadness and pain when he thought about all the insects who would be either killed, or displaced, because their earthly homes were being torn asunder by the all the digging.

Why did the Buddha feel sorry for bugs?! Because at that moment, he realized EVERYTHING is connected. It's that inner knowledge that came forth. It had been sublminated for so long. He was so busy searching outside of himself, and trying every method he could find, including aestheticism -- literally fasting to the point of death. This memory, long locked away, was what brought about his awakening. A very simple observation, but like the Buddha in his early years -- we make it so hard and difficult. Once he let go of everything; all the struggle -- enlightenment came.

Einstein was a prolific daydreamer. It was through a daydream about a bus he would see on it's daily route, that he made his great realization about the theory of relativity. Daydreams served as Einstein's meditation.

Whether he studied Kabbalah, or not, he created a connection between himself and the universe, through his observations of the world around him, and beyond. Actually, I should say, he realized the existence of the connection that was already there between all of us, and all that surrounds us -- seen and unseen, known and unknown.

Kabbalah isn't just the study and memorization of spheres, or angelic and god names. It's the examination and observation of the universe and creation itself, and how we fit in. Once you study Kabbalah for awhile, you realize that they aren't just 10 spheres, but that in actuality, there are worlds within these spheres and that the spheres aren't separate realms, but are, in a larger framework, interconnected and interwoven -- just like time and space.

I want to note that although I use the word universe, that in truth, the cosmos is a multiverse. Many worlds, and realms within worlds exist -- into infinity. Einstein knew these truths, because of his daydreams and observations. This is the true meaning of being in tune. Not just sitting at home in a yogic pose with your eyes closed. It means truly observing everything around you and relating it back to yourself, back and forth, over and over -- every day, every moment. Always observing and processing -- in other words, mindfulness.

Only someone who is truly in tune and connected can experience these truths. When we become engrossed in our own little worlds and dramas, we don't see the larger perspective. When we awaken, we expand. Never stop looking, or working towards true understanding -- first of yourself, then of the multiverse. It's part of the Great Work, our quest and our contribution towards the collective. As we individually break down barriers, advance and awaken -- we enable others to do the same, and clear the way for them. Strive on!

The Golden Key

Well, I'm nearly finished with my first go around with the planetary rites. Only one more to go. I was going to wait to post until after I was finished, but I realized it's been awhile, and I wanted to share my progress, because it has been extraordinary! In 6 weeks I have become much more focused, confident, in tune, and the stuff in my sphere (surroundings) is improving. I see a marked difference!

I began in late November with the gate of Jupiter. Each planet has an archangel, an Intelligence, and a Spirit of the Table of each respective planet to conjure. Because of my background in Qabalah, I've worked with the archangels before -- some more than others, because I admit, I have my favorites. In Qabalah, each sphere is assigned an archangel. Interesting how all these things correspond -- no? My advice is, if you're interested in pursuing magic, read up and try a few different things. Some may resonate some may not, but you may wind up using some of what you learned elsewhere.

That being said, Hermetics and Qabalah/Kabbalah are definitely Judeo-Christian based. Some may take issue with this. In fact, some of you who know me may even be scratching your heads and saying, "But wait a minute, I thought you were into all that Isis and Egyptian stuff?" I still pay homage to Isis, but I was also raised as a Christian, so the language in the rites that invokes the name of Jesus Christ doesn't particularly bother me. He is to me, another facet of God. I know of magicians that instead will use IAO or LOGOS. Either is perfectly acceptable. That's the beauty of magic vs. religion. No dogma here. Do what feels right for you, because that is ultimately what will bring you success, not blindly following what Crowley said or did, or anyone else for that matter. If it feels wrong, DON'T DO IT. Common sense is the only rule I would advise.

It's a common misconception that the ancient Egyptians worshipped many gods. On the face of it, they did. But to them, and to me, the gods are merely aspects or facets of one supreme God. You see, just as we have many facets to our being, so does God. This is how God manifests Himself to us.

In Hermetic magic, we are the "go betweens". We are here in the sphere of the physical to help God manifest that which is in the higher realms. That's right boys and girls -- you are here to help co-create with God! You are not a pawn on the chessboard of life. So don't just sit there. Start getting in tune! "But how?" you may ask. "What's this hocus pocus stuff? I don't think I want to get involved with that." That's ok, you don't have to. There are many ways to help create and become a positive force in he world. First I want to get back to getting in tune, because that's very important.

Meditation and prayer. That's it. That's the big secret. That's how you get in tune. Ok, now I admit, I have more free time than most of you, because I'm home all day. I have a bit of a one up on you there. lol! Still, even when I worked full time, I used to take breaks in between clients, go to my car to be alone and pray. Definitely at night when I got home as well. You don't have to spend hours trancing out -- seriously! Here's another tip. We always remember to pray when we're in trouble or need something, but please remember to pray when all is right with your world. When all is calm.

Alright, so you're meditating, you're praying.... so now what? "Do what thou wilt...", just like Uncle Al said. My choice is magic. I was called to it. Firstly to help myself become a better person. Sounds kind of selfish, but for those devoted to accomplishing The Great Work as described by Aleister Crowley:

The Great Work is the uniting of opposites. It may mean the uniting of the soul with God, of the microcosm with the macrocosm, of the female with the male, of the ego with the non-ego."^[3]

In my third year at Cambridge, I devoted myself consciously to the Great Work, understanding thereby the Work of becoming a Spiritual Being, free from the constraints, accidents, and deceptions of material existence.^[4]

If we don't get our own selves in order, how then are we going to achieve the ultimate goal of The Great Work in Hermetic magic -- projection? That is to then reflect back to all those around us the joy, the love, the compassion from the realm of God Himself? That's what I'm working on at present. I have been all along really. I just kind of got stuck in my magical progress. Hermetic magic for me has become the key to unlock the door to my continued progress. I firmly believe that it was my prayers for guidance that led me to this "golden key".

Your "golden key" could be art, music, computer programming, helping people in need, healing work like massage or reiki, or writing. I could go on and on. Just about any profession helps make the world better when it's done with a sense of love and pride. Not ego based pride -- honor based pride.

So get into the groove with the higher realms. Dance, sing, chant, pray meditate. You don't have to dance perfectly or sing beautifully. Just do it with a sense of fun and joy! You'll attract all sorts of benevolent spirits, whether you can sense them or not. Benevolent spirits love music, dancing, joy, peace and laughter. You'll then see how people and situations around you improve. It's because of the light surrounding you!

Whatever path you choose, I wish you many blessings. May you arrive at the footsteps of God and be bathed in His everlasting love and light always....

Since I have referenced Hermetic magic a few times, I would like to provide a link that briefly explains what it's all about. (I'm not proselytizing by the way -- I find that to be really offensive.) What I like about Hermeticism, is that it's eclectic, and draws from different traditions, just as I do. The link between the Egyptian god Thoth and Hermes is also pretty nifty ;-)

http://www.hermeticfellowship.org/HFHermeticism.html