Spiritual Fasting
“The principle of fasting is straightforward: health restored through cleansing. Our bodies have a limited capacity to store and/or to eliminate non-digestible or foreign matter taken through the diet. These materials, if left to circulate through the system, are antagonists to cells and organs and are collectively described as toxins. Fasting reverses this toxic trend and liberates stored poisons. The beauty of fasting lies in its simplicity. It is simply a practice of abstinence” – Steve Meyerowitz
Introduction
The content shared on this blog has the power to transform your life physically, mentally, and spiritually. Implementing any of the topics discussed here in your daily routine can lead to significant improvements in your overall health. Whether or not you are interested in awakening your Kundalini and transcend the matrix spiritually, each aspect related to the serpent’s way is groundbreaking on its own.
Whether you opt for a vegan diet, monthly fasting, semen retention, daily meditation, daily exercise, philosophy reading, daily cold showers, or daily sun-gazing, each of these practices has the potential to greatly improve your health.
Even without following our path to awaken the serpent, the combination of a vegan diet, semen retention, and daily exercise can provide you with superhuman power across physical, mental, and spiritual aspects.
This blog places significant emphasis on sexual energy, both in its portrayal elsewhere and within our vibrant Facebook community. Our primary focus revolves around the concept of semen retention.
By delving into ancient texts, religious doctrines, and the wisdom passed down by mystery schools, we have come to understand that the preservation of sexual energy serves as the fundamental pillar for Kundalini awakening, the attainment of higher consciousness, and the progression of human evolution.
Should you decide against awakening the Kundalini and solely seek physical health and power, this blog suggests several key areas to prioritize. By paying close attention to the preservation of seminal fluid, adhering to a vegan diet, observing monthly fasting, practicing daily meditation, engaging in regular exercise, and incorporating cold showers into your routine, you can attain unparalleled levels of health, strength, and energetic power.
Many fasting articles will be shared, as there are diverse fasting methods. The creators of this blog engage in water fasting for 2.5 days each month when the moon is in their zodiac sign.We do this in terms of the sacred secretion otherwise known as the ‘Christ Oil.’
Keep an eye out for our first article on the monthly sacred secretion coming soon. We will also explore juice fasting with fruit or vegetable juice, as well as delve into the more advanced practice of dry fasting.
I find great value in what I refer to as solitude-fasting. Also known as Spiritual Fasting, this practice is a central theme explored in this article. In addition to my monthly fasting routine, I consciously seek moments of solitude to purify my body on a spiritual level, eliminating not only toxins from food but also toxic energy, thoughts, and emotions.
Let’s not forget the significance of fasting from this toxic and corrupt system, in addition to refraining from it. During my off-days, I refrain not only from consuming food but also from engaging with work, my phone, TV, music, and people in general. Essentially, Spiritual Fasting entails immersing oneself in spiritual solitude or adopting a monk mode.
This dedicated time of monthly solitude serves as a potent tool for my spiritual growth. Additionally, there are several reasons why individuals may choose to adopt fasting as part of their routine.
The authors of this blog practice monthly fasting for sacred secretion/Kundalini purposes, physical wellness, spiritual solitude, and monthly detoxification. Other spiritual motivations for fasting include personal health objectives, overcoming addictions, promoting healing, and weight loss. You can find more about diet fasting here: https://theserpentsway.com/raw-food-diet-fasting/.
“Fasting is the greatest remedy– the physician within” – Philippus Paracelsus, one of the
three fathers of Western medicine
Spiritual Fasting – the Elixir of Spiritual Nutrition
Spiritual Fasting says Gabriel Cousens, possesses a formidable influence in the realm of Spiritual Nutrition. At the Tree of Life, our Spiritual Fasting Retreats encompass a seven-day fast centered around green juices, which serves as an unparalleled method to enhance our receptivity to the Divine.
By immersing in a comprehensive spiritual framework, this practice not only brings serenity to the mind but also purifies the various layers of our being, clears the energy channels, and sets the stage for the awakening of Kundalini.
Within our Spiritual Fasts, participants embark on an intense journey through the Six Foundations, while expediting the purification process of the koshas. About 90% of individuals who partake in Spiritual Fasting at the Tree of Life reportedly undergo a Kundalini/Shekhinah awakening as a result of the high prana elixir.
The awakening of Kundalini/Shekhinah necessitates a significant pranic energy level to receive the Grace of Shaktipat/Smicha l’shefa/Haniha. These Spiritual Fasts represent the epitome of Spiritual Nutrition. Hence, the Tree of Life Rejuvenation Center is widely recognized as the leading Spiritual Fasting center globally.
Fasting, considered a fundamental discipline for gaining true knowledge, has been practiced in the spiritual traditions of many religions. Socrates, Plato, Epicteus, and Plotinus all used fasting to purify the spirit for a clearer perception of Truth. Socrates and Plato fasted for ten days, while Pythagoras, the great mathematician, fasted for forty days.
Fasting finds its place in various religions including Judaism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Buddhism, serving a multitude of purposes. It is practiced for penitence, propitiation, as a preparatory rite for initiations and marriage, mourning, to cultivate magical powers, purification, health, and spiritual growth.
In Hebrew, fasting is referred to as tsoum, signifying the voluntary abstinence from food with a religious objective. This definition effectively captures the essence of Spiritual Fasting.
The key fast for Jews entails refraining from food and water for a day as directed by the Torah on Yom Kippur. Fasting is a way to seek forgiveness, with supplementary fasts of devotion on Mondays and Thursdays.
Fasts are performed to appease God, ward off punishments, and seek His favor. Notable fasts in Jewish tradition include the forty-day fasts of Moses and Elijah. To prepare himself for receiving divine revelations, Daniel, the prophet, practiced fasting.
Likewise, Esther and the Jewish community in Persia observed fasting in order to seek deliverance from physical destruction. According to the Book of Judith, it is believed that Judith fasted throughout her entire life (Judith 8:6).
While these famous fasts gained recognition, the majority of Jewish fasting was prescribed as a means of fulfilling the teachings of the Torah. However, the Alexandrian Jews introduced a different perspective, asserting that indulging in bodily desires hindered spiritual growth.
They embraced fasting as a way to release the mind from material distractions and elevate it to a higher spiritual plane. The Essenes, scholarly Jewish communities residing near Egypt and the Dead Sea, were known for their ascetic way of life.
They were the authors of the Dead Sea Scrolls and fasting held immense importance for them as a means of purifying their bodies and deepening their connection with God. According to tradition, the prophet Elijah established the Essenes at Mt. Carmel.
The term “Essene” denoted their anticipation of the arrival of a divine entity. They were renowned for their prophetic abilities and exceptional healing talents. The Essenes were known as healers, with their members commonly referred to as therapeutae. A significant number of them lived well beyond 120 years.
The inner core of the Essenes observed a forty-day fast annually. It is said that Jesus was raised in an Essene community in Egypt after escaping from Herod the Great. By demonstrating a forty-day fast and discussing the benefits of fasting for spiritual and physical well-being, he instilled the practice of fasting in his followers.
The Essene Gospel of Peace, Book One, includes his teachings on fasting:
…the word and the power of God will not enter into you, because all manner of abominations have their dwelling in your body and your spirit; for the body is the temple of the spirit, and the spirit is the temple of God. Purify therefore, the temple, that the Lord of the temple may dwell therein and occupy a place that is worthy of Him…Renew yourselves and fast. For I tell you truly, that Satan and his plagues may only be cast out by fasting and prayer. [Also in Mark 9:29.]
Go by yourself and fast alone The living God shall see it and great will be your reward. And fast til Beelzebub and all his evil spirits depart from you, and all the angels of our earthly Mother come and serve you [harmony with Nature]. For I tell you truly, except you fast, you shall never be freed from the power of Satan and all the diseases that come from Satan. Fast and pray fervently, seeking the power of the living God for your healing.
Following this era, early Christians practiced a variety of voluntary and prescribed fasting methods without strict rules for two centuries. The primary fasting periods were the Paschal fast and the weekly fasts on Wednesdays and Fridays.
From 200 to 500 A.D., fasting was organized under ecclesiastical discipline. This organized fasting system, similar to Judaism, changed fasting from a voluntary practice to a mandatory one, although the tradition of voluntary fasting has persisted in both religions to the present day.
The Baal Shem Tov, a renowned Hasidic master, was known to fast for extended periods during the week and only eat on the Sabbath. Rabbi Nachman, another Hasidic master, was reported to fast from Sabbath to Sabbath up to eighteen times in a year.
The Vatican Council II has clarified that the Church’s authority now pertains solely to ceremonial fasting. While voluntary fasting is endorsed as a genuine spiritual discipline, there is no effort to dictate the specifics of individual fasting practices.
Christian monks, including Matthew the Poor of the Coptic Orthodox Church, as well as Cistercians, Carmelites, and Carthusians, willingly fast as part of their spiritual journey. In Hinduism, fasting is not only a way to fulfill religious obligations but also a means to achieve Union with God.
The Upanishads, which are an integral part of the Hindu Holy scriptures, highlight fasting as a method to establish a connection with the divine. Hindu fasting customs encompass penitence, preparation before marriage or religious rituals, seeking blessings or divine favors, and observance during the new and full moons.
The practice of fasting in Hinduism bears resemblance to the Judeo-Christian tradition, as it signifies penitence, commemorates significant events, and signifies sacrifice and Union with God.
“I fast for greater physical and mental efficiency” – Plato
Fasting to Enhance Spiritual Life
By fasting, we redirect our bodies from utilizing biochemical energy to pranic energy, expediting the purification process. This results in an improved ability for the physical body to conduct Kundalini energy, aligning chakras and subtle bodies to allow for easier absorption of cosmic prana and an increased likelihood of awakening Shakti Kundalini.
By detoxifying our system, we not only enhance our health but also eliminate barriers that impede the flow of energy and the spiritual essence of Kundalini. Engaging in regular fasting enables us to become more receptive to cosmic energy, transforming us into clearer channels for its assimilation. This heightened awareness of Kundalini’s movement serves as a powerful motivation to lead a life that nurtures its ongoing evolution.
Beyond its formal definition of complete abstinence from food and water, fasting encompasses a more holistic approach of avoiding anything harmful to our mind, body, and soul. It serves as a means to cleanse our organism from physical, emotional, and mental toxins, rather than simply reducing or eliminating food intake.
Spiritual fasting often entails distancing oneself from worldly obligations to some extent. This can involve observing complete silence and isolating oneself socially during the fast, which can be a transformative experience for those who have been focused on external matters.
Similar to Gandhi’s practice of observing a day of silence every week, fasting aids in manifesting a healthy body, mind, and spiritual balance, allowing the inner knowledge of God as Love to emerge.
Following the initial days of fasting, our appetites tend to diminish and our connection to food weakens. This shift enables us to focus more on our spiritual essence rather than our physical cravings.
Fasting helps loosen the tight bond between our instincts and bodily desires, freeing us from the materialistic urges of the body. In this state of self-denial, our minds are able to merge into deeper levels of communion with the Divine.
Fasting is not implemented to cause harm to the body; in fact, it contributes to its overall improvement. The reason behind fasting is that, until we reach a certain level of spiritual communion, the desires of our body and mind tend to be more dominant than our desire for a connection with God.
By engaging in fasting and freeing ourselves from these bodily desires, we can more easily maintain this sense of liberation even when we are not fasting. Jesus acknowledged the effectiveness of fasting when he stated, “This kind cannot be driven out by anything but prayer and fasting” (Mark 9:29).
According to Matthew the Poor, a contemporary Coptic monk esteemed for his elevated spiritual attainment, the statement implies that prayer and fasting enable us to expel Satan (toxins, diseases, and bodily urges) from our physical existence.
By engaging in fasting, we consciously reject the enticements of the flesh and embrace the complete enlightenment of experiencing God’s communion, which reverberates through every vibrant cell. Hence, fasting becomes a profound act of love.
After being baptized, Jesus began a forty-day fast in the desert without food or water. Baptism signifies spiritual fullness, which, when accompanied by fasting, leads to victory over bodily desires.
This is the core teaching of Jesus’ forty-day fast. By freeing oneself from bodily and worldly desires, one can unite with God in contentment, fullness, and Love through communion. Jesus illustrated this path through his own practice.
Fasting, especially the forty-day fast, is a sacred act that involves sacrificing the body in a mystical way. By incorporating meditation, which can be seen as a sacrifice of the mind, fasting becomes a profound sacrifice of both the ego and the physical and mental aspects of oneself.
Gabriel Cousens stated in his book Spiritual Nutrition, at the Tree of Life, a Spiritual Fasting Retreat, they specialize in teaching Spiritual Fasting as a transformative process of experiencing mystical death and rebirth.
Their programs are designed to support this journey through non-invasive detoxification systems that minimize any detoxification or healing crises, along with daily Yoga, two meditations per day including Shaktipat and Satsang, and a guided Zero Point Process that facilitates the mystical process of transformation.
Fasting and Spiritual Fasting should not be confused as they hold distinct differences. While weight loss, detoxification, and purification are common outcomes of fasting, Spiritual Fasting transcends these physical aspects.
It commences with a spiritual intention and leads to a profound revelation of our true nature. As our mind becomes still, we enter a state of complete presence and connect with the Divine Presence.
Through this transformative journey, we unlock our Light body, enabling us to access our cosmic body and embrace the awareness of “I AM THAT.” In alignment with Jesus’ teachings, he proclaimed, “Those who sacrifice their life for my sake will discover true salvation” (Luke 9:24).
Through his personal fasting, Jesus engaged in a mystical sacrifice, demonstrating his readiness to make the ultimate sacrifice on the cross. It is crucial to understand that his sacrifice was not imposed upon him; instead, it was a voluntary offering to God.
This offering was symbolized by presenting his body to his disciples through bread and wine, symbolizing his blood. By means of his forty-day fast and the Last Supper, he willingly embraced crucifixion, ultimately surrendering his ego-will entirely to God.
Fasting calls for us to emulate Abraham’s unwavering faith when he obediently raised his hand to sacrifice his son Isaac, as commanded by God. Although Abraham’s sacrifice was symbolic, his intention was resolute.
Similarly, during fasting, we cannot substitute ourselves with money, good deeds, or mere words of renunciation. It necessitates releasing our attachment to our physical, mental, and egoic identities. This profound form of spiritual fasting enables us to transcend our ego and undergo a transformative journey towards the divine.
The mystical sacrifice of the body, as demonstrated by Moses, Elijah, and Jesus, finds its embodiment in spiritual fasting. By fasting with a deep understanding, we willingly accept the mortality of our physical selves and triumph over the fear of death itself.
Although spiritual fasting greatly enhances our health, its true essence lies in relinquishing our attachment to the ego. It commences with a profound sense of communion with God and often concludes with an even deeper sense of that divine communion.
“Fasting and Spiritual Fasting should not be confused as they hold distinct differences. While weight loss, detoxification, and purification are common outcomes of fasting, Spiritual Fasting transcends these physical aspects. It commences with a spiritual intention and leads to a profound revelation of our true nature. As our mind becomes still, we enter a state of complete presence and connect with the Divine Presence” – Gabriel Cousens
Fasting – the Ultimate Way to Reactivate the Youthing Gene Expression
The practice of spiritual fasting effectively reduces physical, emotional, psychological, spiritual, and environmental stresses, making it an ideal condition for triggering youth genes. This form of calorie restriction mirrors Dr. Spindler’s research and that of other scholars.
Cousens stated, in his journey into understanding the activation of the youthing gene expression began with his observations in 1988. It was during the initial Spiritual Fasting Retreats that he witnessed a profound transformation in individuals.
Today, this transformation is a regular occurrence during the seven-day Spiritual Fasting Retreats held at the Tree of Life Rejuvenation Center. Furthermore, individuals who undertake forty-day fasts or even extended fasts lasting up to eighty-five days also experience this remarkable change.
Notably, stated Cousens, it was observed that individuals underwent a profound reversal in the aging process. Even those with severe hypertension, measuring as high as 200 over 110, frequently experienced a return to normal blood pressure within one to three weeks after discontinuing their medication.
Following the fasting period, a marginal increase of approximately five points in their blood pressure was observed, which then reached a stable level.
The scientist’s curiosity was sparked, leading to the development of several theories to explain this phenomenon. Cousens observed that a significant number of individuals were able to initiate the reversal of chronic degenerative diseases, including chronic pain, fatigue, depression, anxiety, digestive disorders, and Syndrome X.
Although not occurring consistently during a seven-day fast, this outcome appeared to be prevalent in most cases. Some instances stand out, like the individual who spent five years in a well-known mental hospital in Boston.
After being granted temporary leave, she returned overweight, lethargic, and struggling to walk. However, within three weeks, her depression significantly improved, and she became energetic, youthful, and full of joy.
Throughout her seventy-day fast cycle, her symptoms gradually faded away, revealing the extraordinary beauty and vitality that had always been within her. She has since managed to stay off all psychotropic medications.
These intriguing outcomes sparked a series of thought-provoking questions, which found some explanation when Dr. Jeffrey Bland personally introduced his exceptional book, Genetic Nutritioneering, to Cousens.
After a brief glance at the book, the Cousens quickly grasped the situation: Fasting was causing a switch to flip in individuals, activating their youth genes and resetting their gene expression to a younger state, ultimately leading to improved health.
Cousens realized that our genes respond not only to what we eat, but also to what we choose not to eat. This breakthrough has completely altered the Cousens’s perspective on healing, endorsing a time-honored process that has been around for at least 5,000 years.
“Ordinary men hate solitude. But the Master makes use of it, embracing his aloneness, realizing he is one with the whole universe” – Lao Tsu
Physiology of Fasting
On a physical level, fasting encompasses various techniques and approaches. The primary purpose is to provide a broad framework for comprehending the fasting process.
The definition of fasting can vary, ranging from complete abstinence from both food and water in a dry fast, to engaging in a fresh juice fast, or even consuming foods that are slightly less dense than our previous dietary choices.
To provide an example, a meat eater can undertake a vegetarian diet as a means of fasting. Another approach to fasting involves abstaining from substances that are harmful to the body and mind, effectively purging toxins from the system.
Fasting has a favorable impact on the body’s physiology, promoting the growth of healthy cells. Another definition of fasting encompasses any procedure that triggers autolysis, wherein poorly functioning cells are eliminated during the fasting process, followed by the breakdown and remetabolization of cellular components.
The commencement of this stage usually takes place after three days of following a juice or water fast, which aligns with the traditional understanding of fasting. It is important to distinguish this type of fasting from alternatives like a “spirulina fast” or other food-based fasts, as they do not qualify as true fasts.
A fast is considered complete when the body has successfully eliminated waste products and initiated autolysis, the process of breaking down unhealthy cells while sparing healthy cells. This milestone is typically accompanied by a renewed appetite and the disappearance of the white coating on the tongue.
The deterioration of the body’s healthy functioning occurs when the rate of cell regeneration and growth falls behind the breakdown of unhealthy cells. This is typically caused by the accumulation of toxins in the tissues and cells, which hampers the adequate nutrition and rebuilding of cells.
The Wendt Doctrine describes how excessive protein intake can result in a protein storage disease by obstructing the basement membrane. As a result, when this membrane is obstructed, essential nutrients like oxygen are unable to reach the cells, and waste products cannot be expelled from the cells into the capillary bloodstream.
Due to excessive toxicity and insufficient nutrients, cells begin to malfunction and degenerate, leading to a deceleration in new cell growth. Aging and disease occur when cells degenerate more rapidly than they regenerate.
It is reported that in industrialized nations, a higher number of deaths are caused by overnutrition rather than malnutrition. Fasting plays a role in eliminating the basement membrane barrier, allowing nutrients to access cells and promote new cell growth.
During fasting, proteins from degraded cells are metabolized again to form new cells, supporting cell regeneration even without the consumption of external protein for cell building. When fasting, the body’s eliminative systems, which include the skin, lungs, liver, kidneys, and bowels, become more active.
With no energy expended on digesting and eliminating new toxins, the body can fully focus its energy on eliminating accumulated toxins and waste products. This increased elimination is often noticeable through symptoms such as bad breath, body odor, dark urine, increased mucus secretion, and foul-smelling bowel contents.
Fasting not only allows the digestive system to rest and detoxify but also provides fresh minerals through a juice fast, which helps restore the body’s biochemical and mineral balance and strengthens the nervous system. The ancient practice of fasting is a powerful healing method, especially effective in correcting imbalances caused by excessive eating.
A study conducted by the U.S. Congressional Joint Nutrition Monitoring Committee in 1986 highlighted the prevalence of overweight individuals in America, underscoring the significance of fasting for weight control.
The practice of fasting for healing purposes has a long-standing history. Renowned physicians like Hippocrates, Galen, and Paracelsus have advocated for its use. Unfortunately, in the United States, the dominance of drug therapy and a lack of understanding regarding the simple workings of nature in our technologically advanced society have resulted in a diminished utilization of fasting.
In contrast, Europe, particularly Sweden and Germany, boasts numerous fasting clinics. The Buchinger Sanatorium in Bad Pyrmont, Germany, where the author conducted their research, has successfully supervised over 80,000 fasts.
“Everyone has a doctor in him; we just have to help him in his work. The natural healing force within each one of us is the greatest force in getting well. …to eat when you are sick, is to feed your sickness” – Hippocrates, one of the three
fathers of Western medicine
Conclusion
Those who embark on the spiritual journey, whether it involves Kundalini awakening, attaining higher consciousness, or establishing communion with the creator or cosmic source, should incorporate spiritual solitude or spiritual fasting into their routine. As mentioned earlier, during the days when I combined fasting with solitude, I intentionally disconnected myself from the external world.
My average duration for diet fasting is three days, specifically when the moon aligns with my zodiac sign. In an upcoming article on the sacred secretion, we will explore the underlying reasons for this practice. Additionally, I devote three days to spiritual solitude, fully immersing myself in monk mode and engaging solely in spiritual activities.
I engage in various activities to nourish my mind, body, and soul. These include meditation sessions, shadow work, reading books, practicing yoga and tai-chi, going mountain biking, and doing weight training in my home gym. Additionally, I cherish spending quality time in nature with my dog during my solitude days.
As an avid hiker, I find immense joy in hiking for two to four hours, taking rest breaks, and meditating amidst the serene depths of the forest. The healing power of nature is truly remarkable, which is why I have chosen such captivating images for this article.
The practice of spiritual fasting holds immense healing power. Whether you have suffered from past trauma or have been the cause of it, dedicating a specific period to solitude can bring about profound healing on all levels.
For those who practice semen retention, I urge you to wholeheartedly embrace spiritual fasting, incorporating both dietary changes and solitary moments. However, it is vital to complement this practice with meditation, exercise, yoga, and unleashing your creative potential through engaging in some form of creative activity.
Stay tuned for an upcoming article where we will explore the wonders of water and juice fasting.
“I think that I cannot preserve my health and spirits, unless I spend four hours a day at least – and it is commonly more than that – sauntering through the woods and over the hills and fields, absolutely free from all worldly engagements” – Henry David Thoreau
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