The Serpent’s Gaze

Awakening Through the Fire of Kundalini

The surge of Kundalini energy does not arrive as a gentle visitor. It comes as a serpent rising, a King Cobra rearing its hood, carrying both the gift of awakening and the threat of annihilation. Those who encounter this force discover it is not a metaphor; it is a reality coursing through every nerve, every cell, as if the body itself were being rewritten from the inside out.

When this energy pierces upward through the spine and explodes through the crown, the encounter feels like a confrontation with divinity itself. The serpent turns its head, upside down, to stare directly at you. In that gaze is the paradox: vitality at its peak and the shadow of death standing closer than ever. The breath sharpens, the heartbeat quickens, and one realizes that this power could end everything in an instant—or transfigure it beyond recognition.

Many speak of spiritual awakening as blissful or serene, but the truth carries far more weight. The awakening of Kundalini is as much a dance with mortality as it is with enlightenment. To feel more alive than ever before is to simultaneously brush against the veil of death, because both are rooted in the same ultimate source. Death is not the opposite of life, but the threshold that life constantly leans against.

The serpent reminds us that awakening is not safe. It burns away illusions, sears through the fragile boundaries of identity, and brings us face-to-face with what cannot die. The brush with death is not punishment—it is initiation. To survive, it is to be reborn, no longer mistaking yourself for the limited frame of flesh and thought, but knowing yourself as the vast consciousness in which even death dissolves.

Kundalini does not ask for permission. It does not ask if you are ready. It rises, and in that rising, you discover whether you can hold its gaze without collapsing into fear. The courage required is not of the ego, but of the soul. To endure the serpent’s fire is to step into a reality that few dare to enter, where life and death are revealed as two faces of the same eternal current.

Morgan O. Smith

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The Cosmic Womb

A Journey Through Samsara and the Spiritual Peak Experience

Introduction:

Join us on a profound exploration into the deep reaches of the cosmic womb, where the universe perpetually recreates itself, moment by moment, hosting the limitless potentiality of creation. Our journey uncovers the spiritual apex of awareness, illuminating the eternal cycle of death and rebirth that defines the universe, referred to as Samsara. We draw a significant parallel between the process, pain, and labour involved in physical childbirth and this infinite cosmic evolution.

The Cosmic Pregnancy: The Dormant Potential of the Universe

The cosmic womb, in its vast, pregnant stillness, cradles all potential, representing the dormant stage of all shapes and forms. It is a condition of profound tranquillity preceding creation. Within this womb, the boundaries of possible and impossible blur, the probable and improbable coexist harmoniously. This cosmic pregnancy symbolizes the universe’s infinite potential, perpetually prepared to materialize into existence.

The Spiritual Apex: Understanding the Eternal Cycle of Samsara

The spiritual apex is a transcendent episode of profound realization when one becomes deeply aware of Samsara – the universal cycle of death and rebirth. This heightened consciousness provides a sneak peek into the cosmic womb and the incessant birthing process of the universe. At this pivotal moment, the seeker aligns with the intricate rhythm of creation and dissolution, recognizing the inherent interconnectedness of all entities.

The Pain and Labor: Cosmic Childbirth Mirroring the Dance of Samsara

Mirroring the agony and labour that a prospective mother endures during childbirth, the universe undergoes a similar process in cosmic birth. This cosmic labour reflects Samsara’s cycle, where the universe constantly perishes and revives. The suffering inherent in this process is integral to creation, enabling the universe’s continuous evolution and transformation.

The Moment of Birth: The Universe Taking Form

Each moment, the cosmic womb nurtures a new version of the universe. This manifestation is a divine act of creation, translating the dormant into the tangible, and the limitless potential of cosmic pregnancy into reality. This perpetual birth is an ongoing process, with the universe consistently unfolding and expanding into new dimensions and expressions.

Integrating the Spiritual Apex: Nurturing an Awareness of Samsara

To authentically incorporate the spiritual apex, the seeker must foster an awareness of Samsara’s eternal cycle. This involves acknowledging the transient nature of all entities and accepting the constant process of death and rebirth pervading the universe. Through this, the seeker can develop profound compassion, understanding, and connection with the entire existence.

Conclusion: Celebrating the Cosmic Rhythm of Samsara

The exploration into the cosmic womb and understanding of the perpetual cycle of Samsara endow the seeker with profound comprehension of the universe’s nature. By welcoming the spiritual apex and incorporating this consciousness into daily life, one can harmonize with the cosmic rhythm of creation and dissolution. In this state of interconnectedness, we can genuinely marvel at the universe’s beauty and mystery, actively participating in the infinite cycle of death and rebirth that shapes our existence.

Morgan O. Smith

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