ORGANIZATION OF THE MATERIAL
Our journey will require some preparation. Before we can begin, we first have to clarify the ancient worldview and discuss the general principles upon which it was based.
We must examine the field-theory view of consciousness in more detail and develop a terminology appropriate to that view.
In this regard, the ancients commonly referred to the fields of consciousness as universal gods. We can therefore characterize the ancient theory regarding these fields as a science of the gods.The first few chapters that follow elaborate on a general field theory of consciousness and outline the mechanics by which individual human consciousness can be identified with the universal field of consciousness. According to the ancient teachings, this identification marks the onset of spiritual enlightenment. Yet the mere attainment of spiritual enlightenment marks not the end of the path, but the very beginning. It is only after enlightenment that the real journey begins—the step-bystep journey toward full immortality in the bosom of the infinite. That is the journey we will undertake, at least in principle, in this book.
To prepare for these travels, we first must enlighten ourselves—at least intellectually—regarding the nature of human consciousness and its relation to the field of pure consciousness. Once the general principles have been laid out and the ancient science of the gods has been outlined, we will begin our journey by examining the major milestones along the path.
This will culminate in a new (yet very old) picture of the universe and the role of human beings within it—something about which modern science is largely mute. Whether you agree with the interpretation presented here or not, it is hoped that you will enjoy the journey.