The Life and Doctrines of Jacob Boehme · 154 of 159 · tr. Franz Hartmann
Chapter 14 (part 7)
This light moderates the action of the fiery will still active in them, the blessings of their good deeds surround them, the hope for still greater glorification is their life, and from the trouble and persecution which they have suffered there arises for them pure joy.
"The principle of the father wherein the soul has her basis is a burning fire, giving light, and in this light rests the noble image of God.
This light moderates the burning fire by means of the substantiality of love, so as to render it beneficent for nature and life." ( Letters , viii.
78.) "Those earnest souls that have worked the wonders of God in His will at the foot of the Cross, having received the body of God, i.e.
, of Christ, and who have walked therein in justice and truth, all their doings also follow them in their strong will and desire, and they experience inexpressible joy in the love and mercy of God, by which they are continually surrounded.
The wonders of God are their nutriment; they are living in glory, power, strength, and majesty such as is beyond all description." ( Threefold Life , xviii.
12.) "The blessed souls are rendered happy by the works which they have performed while here, and those who have suffered much persecution for the sake of the truth will behold the wreath of victory which is to crown their new body on the judgment day.
There takes place in them a continual uprising of joy whenever they contemplate p.
302 the future.
As their deeds have been varied, so is their hope.
A day-labourer having gained much is glad of the reward.
Thus it is there.
A joyful consciousness abides in them.
All the scorn to which they were submitted and all the accusations that have been falsely brought forward against them are to them a great honour of victory.
Their frequent prayers, good thoughts, and good works in behalf of their neighbours are the nutriment which they take until the time when their (celestial) body will eat of the fruits of Paradise." ( Forty Questions , xxii.
4.) "He who aids the degraded blesses himself, for he wishes him everything good, and prays to God to bless him in body and soul.
Thus his desire and blessing returns to the giver in the Mysterium and surrounds him, and follows him as a good work born in God.
This is the treasure which man takes with him; his earthly treasures he will have to leave behind." ( Menschwerdung , cxi.
4.) There is no man without sin, and as he is followed to the other side of the grave by all of his works, his sins go with him, but if he has known how to obtain forgiveness for his sins, then his happiness will not be infringed upon by them.
1 "Man is followed by all of his works, and he has them eternally before his eyes and lives therein, unless he has out of his malice and falsehood been newly born by the blood of Jesus Christ.
If so, he will then break through the earthly and hellish image and enter into an angelic p.
303 one, and come into another kingdom, to which his imperfections cannot follow him, and thus will the image of God be restored out of the terrestrial and hellish form." ( Three Principles , xvi.
47.) The departed blessed souls trouble themselves neither about that which belongs to hell nor about terrestrial matters of any kind.
Their existence resembles that of a man enjoying a happy dream.
"The rest of the soul is like that of one who rests in a sweet sleep." ( Forty Questions , xxix.
1.) "Those happy souls that are resting in Abraham's bosom, in Christ— i.e.
Themes
◆Detachment Gelassenheitpraxis
Eckhart's Abgeschiedenheit/Gelassenheit — radical letting-go of will, image, and grasping that opens the soul to God; distinct from inner_silence (quietness) and from material renunciation, and adjacent to Sufi tark and Buddhist non-grasping as a practice rather than a metaphysical claim.
Earthly treasures must be left behind while spiritual treasure is taken to the other side.
All passages →◆Fasting And Prayerpraxis
Ascetic disciplines that prepare the body and mind for spiritual receptivity or purification.
Frequent prayers are mentioned as a practice that follows the soul as nutriment.
All passages →◆Funerary Navigationpraxis
Texts and rituals guiding the soul through death.
The passage details the state of the soul after death and what follows them across the grave.
All passages →◆Kingdom Withinanthropology
The claim that the divine realm is present inside the individual, accessible without external mediation.
The celestial body eats fruits of Paradise and the image of God is restored within the person.
All passages →◆Poverty Of Spiritanthropology
Eckhart's radical reading of Matthew 5:3 — the saint as one who wants nothing, knows nothing, and has nothing, having emptied even the will and the self with which to receive God; distinct from renunciation_of_wealth (material poverty).
The text advises leaving earthly treasures behind to take spiritual treasure with one.
All passages →◆Prayerpraxis
Direct address to the divine, whether petitionary, contemplative, or liturgical; speech and silence offered upward.
Frequent prayers are listed as nutriment for the blessed souls until judgment.
All passages →◆Renunciation Of Wealthethics
The spiritual danger of attachment to material possessions; wealth as a spiritual obstacle.
Explicit statement that earthly treasures will have to be left behind at death.
All passages →◆Separation From Sourcesoteriology
The felt condition of exile from one's divine origin — Rumi's reed flute torn from its bed, Plotinus's 'we have forgotten,' the Gnostic forgetfulness; the affective wound that complements return_to_source and gives the return its motive.
The terrestrial kingdom is described as an opposition and hindrance from which the soul must pass away.
All passages →◇Body As Obstacleanthropology
The material body viewed as a prison, tomb, or source of error that hinders spiritual knowledge and return.
[auto] The terrestrial life is described as opposition and hindrance that must pass away for the soul to be filled with light.
All passages →◇Cosmic Dualismtheology
Ontological opposition between two primal principles (light/darkness, truth/lie, spirit/matter) as the fundamental structure of reality.
[auto] There is a clear opposition between the terrestrial kingdom (hindrance) and the divine light/fire.
All passages →◇Divine Lighttheology
The uncreated luminous quality of the divine, sometimes experienced directly in mystical states; illumination as revelation.
[auto] The passage repeatedly emphasizes light as the primary medium of God's presence and power filling the soul.
All passages →◇Divine Sparkscosmology
Fragments of divine light or spirit trapped inside material bodies, awaiting liberation and return to their source.
[auto] The noble image of God rests in the light within the soul's basis.
All passages →◇Eschatological Judgmentsoteriology
Final, collective cosmic judgment as an event in which the wicked are sentenced and the cosmos restored; distinct from psychopomp_journey (individual passage at death) and emphasising verdict where Zoroastrian frashokereti emphasises restoration.
[auto] Explicit references to judgment day, victory wreaths, and sins following the soul unless forgiven.
All passages →◇Gnosis Direct Knowledgesoteriology
Salvation through direct experiential knowledge of the divine nature, not through faith, ritual, or moral works alone.
[auto] Salvation is described as being filled with the light and power of God rather than through external means.
All passages →◇Inner Lightanthropology
The divine spark or luminous quality residing within the human person, potentially recognisable through introspection.
[auto] The text describes the divine image resting within the soul's light and the soul being filled with God's light after death.
All passages →◇Living Godtheology
The divine conceived as active, present, and dynamic—not an abstract principle but a personal responsive reality.
[auto] God is described as active power and will that moderates nature and life through love.
All passages →◇Love Of Neighbourethics
Active compassionate care for others as a central spiritual obligation or expression of divine love.
[auto] Good works in behalf of neighbours and aiding the degraded are described as nutriment and blessing.
All passages →◇Mystical Unionsoteriology
The merging of the individual soul or self with the divine, transcending personal identity.
[auto] Earnest souls receive the body of God/Christ and walk therein in justice and truth.
All passages →◇Opposites Transcendedanthropology
The dissolution of binary oppositions (male/female, inner/outer, above/below) as a mark of spiritual completion.
[auto] Light moderates the fiery will to render it beneficent, and trouble arises into pure joy.
All passages →◇Pneumatic Electsoteriology
A spiritual elite who possess the divine spark and are predestined for salvation, contrasted with psychic (faithful) and hylic (material) persons.
[auto] The text distinguishes 'Such souls' and 'Those earnest souls' who attain this state of divine filling from the general terrestrial condition.
All passages →◇Return To Sourcesoteriology
The soul's journey back to its divine origin, reversing the fall into matter through stages of purification or illumination.
[auto] The soul lets the terrestrial kingdom pass away to be filled with the light and power of God after death.
All passages →◇Ritual Firepraxis
Fire as medium of divine presence.
[auto] The principle of the father is explicitly defined as a burning fire giving light that moderates the will.
All passages →◇Spiritual Ascentpraxis
A staged journey of the soul upward through heavenly realms or levels of being toward the divine source.
[auto] The passage describes a movement from terrestrial life to a state of glorification and light after the death of the body.
All passages →◇Theosis Deificationsoteriology
The doctrine — central to Eastern Orthodox and Maximian theology — that the human person is progressively transformed into a partaker of the divine nature by grace, not merely justified or united in passing ecstasy.
[auto] The text describes the soul receiving the body of God and having the image of God restored through grace.
All passages →Related passages · 81 parallels
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 4 (part 24)
“A Hymn of praise to Ra when he setteth in the land of life.
Vignette: The deceased adoring Ra.
Chapter XV B .
2.
A Hymn of praise to Ra-Harmachis when he setteth in the western horizon of heaven.
Vignette: The deceased adoring Ra.
Cha…”
Both passages discuss the journey of the soul after death and the importance of deeds and virtues in the afterlife. They share a common theme of transformation and reward in the afterlife based on one's actions and devotion.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 4 (part 25)
“Vignette: The deceased being weighed against his heart in the balance in the presence of Osiris, "the great god, the prince of eternity." Chapter XXXI.
The Chapter of repulsing the crocodile which cometh to carry the magical words ### from…”
Both passages deal with the afterlife and the fate of the soul, emphasizing the importance of deeds and the avoidance of harm or corruption. The Egyptian Book of the Dead focuses on rituals and chapters to protect the deceased from various dangers in the underworld, while the Christian mystical text describes the blessed souls being surrounded by the light and power of God, protected from sin and persecution.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 4 (part 28)
“The Chapter of bringing a boat in the underworld.
Vignette: A boat.
Chapter C.
The Chapter of making perfect the khu , and of making it to enter into the boat of Ra, together with his divine followers.
Vignette: A boat containing a comp…”
Both passages describe the journey of the soul after death and the rewards or experiences in the afterlife. They share themes of transformation, divine accompaniment, and the continuation of the soul's existence beyond physical death.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 4 (part 29)
“The Chapter of going into the great house ( i.e.
, tomb).
Vignette: The soul of the deceased standing before a tomb.
Chapter CXXIV.
The Chapter of going in to the princes of Osiris.
Vignette: The deceased adoring Mestha, Hapi, Tuamaute…”
Both passages discuss the journey of the soul after death and the judgment or rewards that follow. They share themes of divine judgment, the weighing of deeds, and the ultimate fate of the soul, though they come from different mystical traditions.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 4 (part 31)
“Chapter CLXV.* The Chapter of arriving in port, of not becoming unseen, and of making the body to germinate, and of satisfying it with the water of heaven.
Vignette: The god Min or Amsu with beetle's body, etc.
Chapter CLXVI.
The Chapter…”
Both passages discuss the afterlife and the state of the soul after death, emphasizing themes of eternal life, the consequences of one's actions, and the transformation of the soul. They share a focus on the journey of the soul and the rewards or punishments based on deeds performed in life.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 5 (part 7)
“, §19: {Greek T`hn d' I?'sin th`n teleuth`n e`ks O?si'ridos suggenome'nou tekei~n h?li'to'mhnon kai` a?sðenh~ toi~s ka'twðen gui'ois to`n A?rpokra'thn }.
++.
The remainder of the hymn refers to Horus.]] {p.
liii} Osiris invested with th…”
Both passages discuss the concept of resurrection and the eternal nature of the soul. Passage A from the Egyptian Book of the Dead describes Osiris as the god of resurrection and eternal life, while Passage B from Christian mysticism describes the blessed souls experiencing eternal joy and glory through their good deeds and suffering.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 6 (part 1)
“THE DOCTRINE OF ETERNAL LIFE.
Egyptian belief in a future life.
The doctrine of eternal life in the VIth dynasty.
The ideas and beliefs which the Egyptians held in reference to a future existence are not readily to be defined, owing to t…”
Both passages discuss the concept of eternal life and the afterlife, emphasizing the continuation of existence beyond death and the rewards for righteous deeds. They share a common theme of spiritual transformation and the enduring nature of the soul.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 6 (part 8)
“i-nek ba-k am neteru Cometh to thee thy soul which is among the gods.[4] 5.
uab ba-k am neteru Pure is thy soul among the gods.[5] 6.
anx Ausar anx ba din Netat anx Pepi pen As liveth Osiris, and as liveth the soul in Netat, so liveth Pep…”
Both passages discuss the nature and fate of the soul after death, emphasizing its purity, its connection to the divine, and the rewards or joys it experiences. They share a mystical perspective on the soul's journey and its ultimate union with the divine, though they come from different religious traditions.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 6 (part 14)
“When Pepi standeth upon the north of heaven with Ra, he becometh lord of the universe like unto the king of the gods."[2] To the deceased Horus gives his own ka ,[3] and also drives away the ka's of the enemies of the deceased from him, and…”
Both passages describe the afterlife experiences of the blessed, emphasizing their divine connection, triumph over enemies or persecution, and the enjoyment of heavenly rewards. They share themes of divine power, justice, and the transformation of the soul.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 6 (part 17)
“Unas is in heaven, Unas is in heaven, in the form of air, in the form of air; he perisheth not, neither doth anything which is in him perish.[4] He is firmly stablished in heaven, and he taketh his pure seat in the bows of the bark of Ra.…”
Both passages describe the afterlife and the state of the blessed souls. They share themes of divine union, eternal joy, and the transcendence of the soul, though they come from different mystical traditions.
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◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 6 (part 18)
“It reapeth the wheat, it cutteth the barley, and it giveth it unto thee.
Now, therefore, O Pepi, he that hath given unto thee life and all power and eternity and the power of speech and thy body is Ra.
Thou hast endued thyself with the fo…”
Both passages describe the afterlife experiences of blessed souls, emphasizing their joy, glorification, and the continuation of their deeds. They also highlight the transformation and elevation of the soul, though within different religious frameworks.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 18 (part 11)
“He shall (5) enter into the Fields of Aaru in peace, to learn the bidding of him who dwelleth in Tattu; (6) there shall wheat and barley be given unto him; there shall he flourish as he did upon (7) earth; and he shall do whatsoever pleaset…”
Both passages describe the afterlife as a state of bliss and reward for the righteous, emphasizing the continuation of a glorified existence where the deceased are provided with sustenance and joy. They share a theme of divine judgment leading to eternal happiness and the presence of divine beings.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 23 (part 5)
“Boundless eternity hath been granted unto me, and, behold, (10) I am the heir of eternity; to me hath been given everlastingness." Closely connected with the above chapter are the two following short chapters:--[1] Vignette: The deceased dr…”
Both passages discuss the concept of eternal life and the preservation of the soul after death, emphasizing the continuation of existence beyond the physical realm and the importance of deeds and blessings in the afterlife.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 25 (part 2)
“Saith Osiris Ani: "Hail, thou god Annitu!
Hail, O Runner, (2) dwelling in thy hall!
O thou great god, grant thou " that my soul may come unto me from wheresoever it may be.
If it would tarry, then bring thou unto me (3) my soul from wher…”
Both passages discuss the union of the soul with the body after death and the concept of a glorified or celestial body. They also emphasize the importance of righteous deeds and the joy or victory that awaits the soul in the afterlife.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 26 (part 1)
“PLATE XVIII.
My soul (5) seeth the great god within the boat of Ra on the day of souls.
My soul is (6) in the front among those who tell the years.
Come; the eye of Horus, which stablisheth glories (7) upon the brow of Ra and rays of lig…”
Both passages describe the journey of the soul after death and the concept of divine judgment. They share themes of the soul's liberation, the presence of divine beings, and the ultimate reward or punishment based on one's deeds.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 27 (part 2)
“, Ra); Ani, triumphant in peace." Vignette: Ani, standing with both hands raised in adoration.
Behind him is his wife: Ausar nebt per qematet en Amen Thuthu.
Osiris, the lady of the house, priestess of Amen, Thuthu.
Text [CHAPTER XV.]: (…”
Both passages describe the afterlife and the state of the blessed souls, emphasizing their connection to divine light and their joyous, peaceful existence. They share a theme of transcendence and the continuation of the soul's journey beyond death.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 29 (part 1)
“PLATE XXI.
"Thou dost place thy disk in the west, and my two hands are [raised] in adoration [of thee] when thou settest (30) as a living being.
Behold, thou art the maker of eternity, and thou art adored [when] thou settest in the heaven…”
Both passages describe the journey of the soul after death and the attainment of a higher, divine state. They share themes of transformation, divine light, and the soul's union with the divine, albeit within different religious frameworks.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 33 (part 2)
“I shall behold sacred things which are hidden, there shall be done unto me holy (37) hidden rites, I shall see what is there; my words shall make full the majesty of Shu, and they shall drive away evil hap.
(38) I, even I, am Horus who dwe…”
Both passages describe the transformation and glorification of the soul or individual after death, emphasizing their divine connection and the fear or respect they inspire in other beings. They also highlight the rewards and honors bestowed upon the righteous in the afterlife.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 36 (part 3)
“Text [CHAPTER CXXV.]: (1) THE CHAPTER OF ENTERING INTO THE HALL OF DOUBLE RIGHT AND TRUTH: A HYMN OF PRAISE TO OSIRIS, THE DWELLER IN AMENTET.
Osiris, the scribe Ani, triumphant, saith: (2) "I have come and I have drawn nigh to see thy bea…”
Both passages describe the afterlife and the glorification of the soul. They emphasize the enduring nature of the soul's power and the rewards for righteous deeds, though they use different cultural and religious frameworks.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 39 (part 1)
“PLATE XXXIII.
Vignette: A lake of fire, at each corner of which is seated a dog-headed ape.[1] Rubric: (1) Osiris Ani, triumphant, is girt about with [fine] raiment, he is shod with (2)white sandals, and he is anointed with very precious a…”
Both passages discuss the nature of the soul after death and its relationship with the divine. They emphasize the eternal nature of the soul, its connection to the divine, and the rewards or blessings that follow righteous deeds. The passages share a mystical tone and focus on the transcendence of the individual beyond earthly existence.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 40 (part 1)
“PLATES XXXIII AND XXXIV.
Vignette: The mummy-chamber, arranged as a plan, representing the floor and walls laid flat, in fifteen compartments.
In the centre, under a canopy, is place d the bier bearing the mummy of Ani, beside which stand…”
Both passages describe the afterlife journey of the soul, emphasizing the rewards and blessings for the righteous. They share themes of divine light, joy, and the continuation of the soul's existence in a higher realm, though they come from different mystical traditions.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 43 (part 26)
“Vignette: The deceased being weighed against his heart in the balance in the presence of Osiris, "the great god, the prince of eternity." Chapter XXXI.
The Chapter of repulsing the crocodile which cometh to carry the magical words ### from…”
Both passages discuss the journey of the soul after death and the importance of deeds and virtues in the afterlife. They share a common theme of transformation and glorification in the afterlife, though they come from different mystical traditions.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 43 (part 27)
“The Chapter of not going in to the divine block a second time.
Vignette: A man standing with his back to the block.[1] Chapter LI.
The Chapter of not walking upside down in the underworld.
Vignette: A man standing.
Chapter LII.* The Cha…”
Both passages deal with the afterlife and the fate of the soul, emphasizing the importance of deeds and the avoidance of harm or corruption. The Egyptian Book of the Dead focuses on rituals and chapters to protect the deceased from various dangers in the underworld, while the Christian mystical text describes the blessed souls being surrounded by the light and power of God, protected from sin and suffering.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 43 (part 30)
“The Chapter of going into the great house ( i.e.
, tomb).
Vignette: The soul of the deceased standing before a tomb.
Chapter CXXIV.
The Chapter of going in to the princes of Osiris.
Vignette: The deceased adoring Mestha, Hapi, Tuamaute…”
Both passages describe the journey of the soul after death and the rewards or experiences in the afterlife. They share themes of divine protection, joy, and the continuation of the soul's existence in a transcendent state, though they come from different mystical traditions.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 43 (part 31)
“It shall be recited on the ninth day of the festival.
Vignette: The deceased making offerings before a god.
Chapter CXLIV.
The Chapter of going in.
Vignette: Seven pylons.
Chapter CXLV A .
[Without title.] This Chapter has no vignette…”
Both passages describe the journey of the soul after death and the rewards or judgments that follow. They share themes of divine judgment, the weighing of deeds, and the ultimate fate of the soul, though they come from different mystical traditions.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 43 (part 33)
“The version akin to was in vogue from the XXth to the XXVIth dynasty, i.e.
, about B.C.
1200-550, and was, like the Theban, usually written upon papyrus.
The chapters have no fixed order, and are written in lines in the hieratic characte…”
Both passages discuss the afterlife and the state of the soul after death, emphasizing themes of eternal life, the consequences of one's actions, and the transformation of the soul. They share a focus on the journey of the soul and the rewards or punishments based on deeds performed in life.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 43 (part 42)
“7.
Litanies of Seker , col.
xviii.
8.
###.
Festival Songs , vi., 1.
9.
###.
Ibid.
, iii., 18.
10.
###.
Ibid.
, ix., 26.] {p.
lv} THE DOCTRINE OF ETERNAL LIFE.
Egyptian belief in a future life.
The doctrine of eternal life in…”
Both passages discuss the concept of resurrection and eternal life, with a focus on the divine nature of the deceased and their continued existence in a glorified state. They share themes of eternal life, divine attributes, and the transformation of the soul after death.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 43 (part 44)
“The preservation of the corruptible body too was in some way connected with the life in the world to come, and its preservation was necessary to ensure eternal life; otherwise the prayers recited to this end would have been futile, and the…”
Both passages discuss the concept of eternal life and the soul's journey after death, emphasizing the soul's divine nature and its existence beyond the physical body. They share a theme of transcendence and the soul's continued existence in a higher realm.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 43 (part 45)
“Homage to thee, O my father Osiris, thy flesh suffered no decay, there were no worms in thee, thou didst not crumble away, thou didst not wither away, thou didst not become corruption and worms; and I myself am Khepera, I shall possess my f…”
Both passages discuss the concept of the preservation of the body and its connection to eternal life. They share a belief in the continuity of existence beyond death and the importance of the body in achieving this continuity, though they come from different mystical traditions.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 43 (part 46)
“lxi} per-f em aabt t'eba-tha em sah-k pen am baiu he cometh from the cast, [when] thou art endued with this thy sah among the souls.[1] 3.
ahau pa neheh t'er-f pa t'etta em sah-f [His] duration of life is eternity, his limit of life is eve…”
Both passages discuss the transformation and eternal nature of the soul or spiritual body after death. They emphasize the incorruptibility and glorification of the soul, as well as its ability to ascend and dwell with divine beings.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 43 (part 47)
“(Extrait du t.
xxiv.
des Mémoires de la Société impériale des Antiquaires de France ).
Dr.
Birch translated the word by être, personne, emblème, divin, génie, principe, esprit.
In September, 1878, V.
Maspero explained to the Members o…”
Both passages discuss the concept of an enduring spiritual essence or soul that persists after death and is associated with divine light or power. They also describe the idea of the soul being rewarded or experiencing joy in the afterlife based on its deeds and actions in the terrestrial life.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 43 (part 49)
“lxv} 2.
ba-sen met Unas Their soul[1] is in Unas.[2] 3.
aha ba-k emma neteru Standeth thy soul among the gods.[3] 4.
ha Pepi pu i-nek maat Heru metu-s thu Hail, Pepi this!
cometh to thee the eye of Horus, it speaketh with thee.
i-nek b…”
Both passages discuss the concept of the soul's nourishment and eternal existence after death, with the ka in the Egyptian tradition and the blessed souls in the Theosophical tradition both relying on spiritual sustenance and experiencing joy and glory in the afterlife.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 43 (part 56)
“The Egyptians called them " per kheru ," that is to say, " the things which the word or the demand made to appear ," or " per hru kheru ," that is to say, " the things which presented themselves at the word " or " at the demand " of the dec…”
Both passages describe the afterlife experiences of the deceased, emphasizing their elevation to a divine status, their association with divine beings, and the rewards they receive for their righteous deeds. The themes of divine power, judgment, and the blessed state of the soul are common to both traditions.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 43 (part 59)
“It reapeth the wheat, it cutteth the barley, and it giveth it unto thee.
Now, therefore, O Pepi, he that hath given unto thee life and all power and eternity and the power of speech and thy body is Ra.
Thou hast endued thyself with the fo…”
Both passages describe the afterlife and the state of the blessed or enlightened souls. They share themes of divine union, eternal joy, and the transcendence of earthly limitations, though they come from different mystical traditions.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 43 (part 60)
“The whole passage reads:--[2] "(496) The heavens drop water, the stars throb, (497) the archers go round about, the (498) bones of Akeru tremble, and those who are in bondage to them take to flight when they see (499) Unas rise up as a soul…”
Both passages describe the afterlife experiences of righteous souls, emphasizing their joy, glorification, and the continuation of their deeds. They also highlight the transformation and elevation of the soul, though in different cultural and religious contexts.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 43 (part 82)
“He is depicted in the form of a seated deity having upon his head disk and plumes.[1] Nut the female principle of Nu; she is depicted with the head of a snake surmounted by a disk, or with the head of a cat.[2] Ptah was associated with the…”
Both passages describe the journey of the soul after death and the rewards for the righteous. They share the theme of divine judgment, the blessed afterlife, and the role of divine beings in guiding the souls of the deceased.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Book of the Dead (Papyrus of Ani)|Chapter 44
“EGYPTIAN IDEAS OF THE FUTURE LIFE By Sir Wallis Budge London These files may be used for any non-commercial purpose, provided this notice of attribution is left intact.…”
Both passages discuss the concept of eternal life and the glorification of the soul in the afterlife, highlighting the rewards and joys that await the righteous. They share a common theme of spiritual elevation and the enduring nature of the soul's existence beyond death.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Heaven and Hell|Chapter 5 (part 8)
“This result Thoth announces to the gods in the following words, "In very truth the heart of Osiris hath been weighed, and his soul hath stood as a witness for him; its case is right (i.e., it hath been found true by trial) in the Great Bala…”
Both passages describe the afterlife and the state of the soul in the next world, emphasizing the continuity of life and the importance of actions and words in this life for the next. They share a focus on the soul's journey and the rewards or states achieved based on one's deeds and memories.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Heaven and Hell|Chapter 7 (part 7)
“It was impossible to remove him from his boat, which was, like himself, eternal, hence its name, "Boat of Millions of Years," and even if it had been possible the difficulty remained either of taking his boat back from the place of sunset t…”
Both passages describe the afterlife and the journey of souls, highlighting the role of divine beings (Osiris and Ra in Passage A, God and Christ in Passage B) and the concept of a celestial kingdom or paradise. They also emphasize the importance of good deeds and the ultimate fate of the soul.
◆egyptian|The Egyptian Heaven and Hell|Chapter 30 (part 2)
“When the disk is on the horizon all men know that the monsters of the Tuat have failed to destroy AFU-RA or to obstruct his passage, that the god has, with the aid of KHEPERA, made all his transformations, that he has appeared in the sky ag…”
Both passages describe the afterlife experiences of blessed souls, highlighting their joy, transformation, and connection to divine light. They also mention the suffering of those not in a blessed state, though the specifics differ due to their distinct religious contexts.
◆gnosticism|Gospel of Philip|Section 1d
“When the child is grown, however, then the father turns over all he possesses.
THE LOST Those who have gone astray are those born of the spirit.
And they are usually lost because of the spirit.
So from one single breath of spirit the fir…”
Both passages discuss themes of spiritual transformation, the nature of the divine, and the afterlife. They share a mystical perspective on the union with the divine and the consequences of one's actions in this life.
◆gnosticism|Gospel of Philip|Section 1i
“His seed was Jesus, and the plant was the cross.” The tree of life in the middle of that garden of paradise is an olive tree, and from the olive tree comes chrism, and from that oil comes the resurrection.
THE WORLD EATS BODIES The world e…”
Both passages discuss themes of resurrection, the transformative power of divine anointing or grace, and the concept of eternal life through spiritual means. They also emphasize the importance of spiritual practices and the rejection of worldly concerns.
◆gnosticism|Gospel of Philip|Section 1k
“If you become light, light will share you.
If you are of those from above, one of those from above will rest in you.
If you become a horse or a donkey or bull or dog or sheep or another animal that is wild or tame, then neither a person n…”
Both passages discuss the themes of spiritual growth, the nature of the soul, and the consequences of one's actions. They emphasize the importance of light, love, and knowledge in achieving spiritual fulfillment and describe the rewards and challenges faced by those who strive for spiritual perfection.
◆gnosticism|Gospel of Thomas|Logion 11
“Jesus said, "This heaven will pass away, and the one above it will pass away. The dead are not alive, and the living will not die. In the days when you consumed what is dead, you made it what is alive. When you come to dwell in the light, w…”
Both passages discuss the transition from a terrestrial or earthly existence to a higher, spiritual state. They emphasize the idea of leaving behind the old, imperfect state and entering into a new, enlightened existence filled with light and divine presence.
◆gnosticism|Pistis Sophia|Document FIRST
“Now therefore, O Light of the Lights, let them not take away my light from me, and let them not say within them, Our power was satisfied with her light, and let them not say, (We) swallowed (down) her power, but let darkness rather come upo…”
Both passages describe the struggles and eventual triumph of the soul, with a focus on divine light, redemption, and the rewards of righteousness. They share themes of persecution, divine intervention, and the ultimate joy and glory of the soul.
◆gnosticism|Pistis Sophia|Document FIRST
“Its thought is taking away the light from me at every time; and as iron they are cutting, [92 ] they took away a power from me.
I loved to come down unto the Chaos, more than to remain in the Place of the thirteenth Aeon the Place of the r…”
Both passages discuss the themes of light, righteousness, and the consequences of actions. They describe a journey or state involving light and the purification or redemption of souls, highlighting the importance of good deeds and the ultimate reward or punishment.
◆gnosticism|Pistis Sophia|Document FIRST
“The peace also is the power which sojourned in thy material body according to the World, this which baptised the race of the mankind, until it made them stranger unto the sin, and made them at peace with thy spirit, and become being at peac…”
Both passages discuss the interplay of divine attributes (mercy, truth, righteousness, peace) and their effects on humanity. They also describe the transformative power of these attributes leading to spiritual elevation and the inheritance of a divine kingdom.
◆gnosticism|Pistis Sophia|Document SECONDb
“I therefore with the power also which came out of me, and the soul which I took from Sabaoth the good, they came close to one another [117 ], they became one effluence of light which enlighteneth greatly greatly; I called unto Gabriel down…”
Both passages describe a process of restoration and redemption through light, involving divine intervention and the return of lost powers or blessings. The themes of light, divine aid, and the restoration of a fallen or suffering entity are central to both texts.
◆gnosticism|Pistis Sophia|Document SECONDd
“They will give to them the mysteries of the Light of the Height, these who were entrusted with the effluence of the Light.
And also according as said thy power, They turned [122 ] lips which were dry, namely, Gabriel with Mikhael took not…”
Both passages describe a process of spiritual redemption and restoration through divine light, involving the return of stolen or lost spiritual essence to a divine being or soul, leading to joy, revitalization, and a state of blessedness.
◆gnosticism|Pistis Sophia|Document SECONDi
“And the word which thy power of light said by David, Nevertheless thou wilt fill thy sight with them, and thou wilt see the recompense of the 73 sinners, because thou, O Lord, art my helper, namely, the word that the Pistis Sophia filled he…”
Both passages describe a mystical figure overcoming adversity through divine intervention and faith in the light. They share themes of divine protection, the triumph over enemies, and the ultimate reward for faithfulness.
◆gnosticism|Pistis Sophia|Document SECONDp
“He who filled thee with light being purified; and thy beginning will become new as an Invisible of the Height.
These words the Pistis having hymned (with) them, because she was delivered, and remembering all the things which I gave to her:…”
Both passages describe a mystical transformation and redemption of a spiritual being (Pistis Sophia in Passage A and blessed souls in Passage B) through divine intervention, leading to a state of joy and new existence. They share themes of divine light, redemption, and spiritual elevation.
◆gnosticism|Pistis Sophia|Document SECONDq
“He brought my soul up from the pit of the misery with the mire of the filth, he set my feet upon a rock, and he directed my footsteps.
He cast unto my mouth a new song, a blessing for our God.
There are many (who) will see and they (will)…”
Both passages describe a mystical journey and the role of divine light in guiding and protecting the soul. They share themes of redemption, hope, and the transformation of the soul through divine intervention.
◆gnosticism|Pistis Sophia|Document SECONDs
“[159 ] And thinking that it (is) she who took away its light from it, and he was exasperated greatly, and he added anger upon anger: he emanated out of him an emanation of darkness, and with another cruel (power) of evil Chaos, that he migh…”
Both passages describe a mystical figure (Pistis Sophia and blessed souls) undergoing persecution and seeking divine intervention. They share themes of light, divine help, and the ultimate triumph over darkness and adversity.
◆gnosticism|Pistis Sophia|Document THIRD
“But these having said them Salome, the power of light which (is) in Maria the Magdalene boiled up within her, said she to the Saviour, My Lord, command to me that I may speak with my sister Salome, that I may say unto her the explanation of…”
Both passages discuss the concept of the soul's journey and the role of divine mysteries or blessings in determining the soul's fate. They share a focus on the afterlife and the consequences of one's actions and knowledge.
◆greek_mystery|Orphic Hymns|Hymn LVI. THE TERRESTRIAL HERMES
“LVI. TO THE TERRESTRIAL HERMES. The FUMIGATION from STORAX. HERMES I call, whom Fate decrees to dwell In the dire path which leads to deepest hell O Bacchic Hermes, progeny divine Of Dionysius, parent of the vine, p. 189 And of celestial Ve…”
Both passages discuss the journey of souls after death and the role of divine figures in guiding or blessing them. They share a mystical perspective on the afterlife and the consequences of one's actions in this life.
◆jewish_mysticism|The Book of Enoch (1 Enoch, Charles translation)|Chapter LVIII
“LVIII-LXXI. The Third Parable . LVIII. The Blessedness of the Saints . CHAPTER LVIII. 1. And I began to speak the third Parable concerning the righteous and elect. p. 75 2. Blessed are ye, ye righteous and elect, For glorious shall be your…”
Both passages describe the blessed state of righteous souls after death, emphasizing their joy, light, and eternal reward. They share a common theme of the righteous being in the presence of divine light and experiencing everlasting peace and happiness.
◆jewish_mysticism|The Book of Enoch (1 Enoch, Charles translation)|Chapter CVIII
“CVIII. AN APPENDIX TO THE BOOK OF ENOCH. CHAPTER CVIII. 1. Another book which Enoch wrote for his son Methuselah and for those who will come after him, and keep the law in the last days. 2. Ye who have done good shall wait for those days ti…”
Both passages describe the afterlife experiences of righteous souls, emphasizing their joy, the consequences of their deeds, and the contrast with the fate of sinners. They share a theme of divine justice and the eternal reward for those who have suffered for their faith.
◆neoplatonism|Iamblichus: On the Mysteries|Chapter IX
“In the last place, the dispositions of the soul of those that invoke the Gods to appear receive, when they become visible, a liberation from the passions, a transcendent perfection, and an energy entirely more excellent, and participate of…”
Both passages discuss the effects of divine or spiritual manifestations on the soul, describing various states of perfection, joy, and benefits received from different levels of spiritual beings. They share a common theme of the soul's elevation and transformation through divine interaction.
◆neoplatonism|Iamblichus: On the Mysteries|Chapter IV
“Afterwards, also, you say, “ that many, through enthusiasm and divine inspiration, predict future events, and that they are then in so wakeful a state, as even to energize according to sense, and yet they are not conscious of the state they…”
Both passages discuss the transformative experiences of individuals under divine inspiration or mystical union. They describe a state where the individual transcends ordinary human consciousness and experiences a higher, divine life, though the specific traditions and contexts differ.
◆neoplatonism|Select Works of Plotinus|Select Works, Section 49
“Section 16 16. Those that refuse to place the Sage aloft in the Intellectual Realm but drag him down to the accidental, dreading accident for him, have substituted for the Sage we have in mind another person altogether; they offer us a tole…”
Both passages discuss the nature of the enlightened or blessed soul and its relationship to the divine. They emphasize the transcendence of the material world and the focus on the divine or intellectual realm for true happiness and fulfillment.
◆neoplatonism|Select Works of Plotinus|Select Works, Section 302
“Section 15 15. The souls peering forth from the Intellectual Realm descend first to the heavens and there put on a body; this becomes at once the medium by which as they reach out more and more towards magnitude [physical extension] they pr…”
Both passages discuss the concept of the soul's descent into the material world and its eventual return to a divine state. They also explore the idea of the soul's connection to the divine intellect or God, and the influence of the soul's actions and experiences on its ultimate fate.
◆neoplatonism|Select Works of Plotinus|Select Works, Section 305
“Section 18 18. There remains still something to be said on the question whether the soul uses deliberate reason before its descent and again when it has left the body. Reasoning is for this sphere; it is the act of the soul fallen into perp…”
Both passages discuss the descent of souls from a higher realm into the physical world and the varying conditions they experience. They also explore the concept of souls being influenced by their actions and the divine, highlighting the journey and transformation of the soul.
◆neoplatonism|Select Works of Plotinus|Select Works, Section 307 (part 1)
“Section 20 20.
Here a question rises to which we must find an answer: whether these and the other powers which we call "parts" of the Soul are situated, all, in place; or whether some have place and standpoint, others not; or whether again…”
Both passages discuss the concept of souls descending from a higher realm and their interaction with the material world. They describe how souls are affected by their connection to the physical realm and how their actions and states influence their spiritual condition.
◆neoplatonism|Select Works of Plotinus|Select Works, Section 328 (part 2)
“And if it is in eternal perfection, it has no points of time and place at which it will achieve perfection; it will, therefore, have no concern about attaining to any such points: it will, therefore, make no measurements of time or place; i…”
Both passages discuss the nature of souls that have transcended the terrestrial realm and their relationship with the divine. They explore the idea of eternal vision and remembrance of the divine, as well as the consequences of earthly actions on the soul's state.
◆neoplatonism|Select Works of Plotinus|Select Works, Section 331
“Section 11 11. The administration of the kosmos is to be thought of as that of a living unit: there is the action determined by what is external, and has to do with the parts, and there is that determined by the internal and by the principl…”
Both passages discuss the concept of eternal perfection and the blessed life of souls or celestial bodies. They describe a state of existence beyond terrestrial concerns, emphasizing unity, joy, and the transcendence of earthly limitations.
◆neoplatonism|Select Works of Plotinus|Select Works, Section 410
“Section 1 1. That the Soul of every individual is one thing we deduce from the fact that it is present entire at every point of the body- the sign of veritable unity- not some part of it here and another part there. In all sensitive beings…”
Both passages discuss the state of souls after death, emphasizing their connection to divine light or intellect and their liberation from earthly concerns. They also highlight the consequences of one's actions and the transformation of the soul through divine grace or intellectual conversion.
◆neoplatonism|Select Works of Plotinus|Select Works, Section 423 (part 1)
“Section 7 7.
We must be more explicit: The Intellectual-Principle stands as the image of The One, firstly because there is a certain necessity that the first should have its offspring, carrying onward much of its quality, in other words th…”
Both passages describe the soul's relationship with the divine and its journey after death, emphasizing the soul's connection to God, the moderation of divine fire by light, and the eternal nature of the soul's deeds and experiences. They share a mystical perspective on the soul's transcendence and its union with the divine.
◆neoplatonism|Select Works of Plotinus|Select Works, Section 661
“Section 22 22. That light known, then indeed we are stirred towards those Beings in longing and rejoicing over the radiance about them, just as earthly love is not for the material form but for the Beauty manifested upon it. Every one of th…”
Both passages describe the transformative power of divine light and love on the soul, leading to joy, spiritual elevation, and a connection to the divine. They share a common theme of the soul's journey towards spiritual fulfillment and the role of divine grace in this process.
◆neoplatonism|Select Works of Plotinus|Select Works, Section 670
“Section 31 31. But since Thence come the beauty and light in all, it is Thence that Intellectual-Principle took the brilliance of the Intellectual Energy which flashed Nature into being; Thence soul took power towards life, in virtue of tha…”
Both passages describe the soul's journey towards divine union and the experience of joy and fulfillment in the presence of the divine. They share themes of divine light, the soul's longing for the divine, and the transformation of the soul through its connection to the divine.
◆renaissance_hermeticism|The Heroic Enthusiasts, Part I (Gli Eroici Furori)|Third Dialoguec
“Here he shows his love not to be like that of the butterfly, of the stag, and of the unicorn, who would flee away if they had knowledge of the fire, of the arrow, and of the snares, and who have no other sense than that of pleasure; but he…”
Both passages explore the theme of divine love and its transformative power, describing it as a fire or light that binds the soul to the divine. They also discuss the idea of suffering and persecution leading to joy and spiritual growth.
◆renaissance_hermeticism|The Heroic Enthusiasts, Part I (Gli Eroici Furori)|Fourth Dialoguec
“Whence he says, "Come not back to me till thou art mine," and not unworthily may I say with that other— Thou has left me, oh, my heart, And thou, light of my eyes, art no more with me.
Here he describes the death of the soul, which by the…”
Both passages discuss the soul's journey towards the divine, emphasizing the soul's longing, suffering, and ultimate union with the infinite or divine. They share a mystical perspective on the soul's progression and its relationship with the divine, despite coming from different traditions.
◆renaissance_hermeticism|The Heroic Enthusiasts, Part I (Gli Eroici Furori)|Fifth Dialoguef
“I understand it all; but what is the meaning of, "May I be happy in this governance and with these bonds, and may that light not cease?" Tans.
He means, and he proves, that every sort of love, the greater its dominion and the surer its hol…”
Both passages discuss the transformation and renewal of the soul through divine love and fire, highlighting the contrast between earthly and spiritual existence. They explore the idea of a higher intellect or divine influence that guides the soul, albeit within different theological frameworks.
◆renaissance_hermeticism|The Heroic Enthusiasts, Part II (Gli Eroici Furori)|First Dialogueo
“Because those lights which made present the illuminating, acting intellect and sun of intelligence found easy ingress through his eyes; that of Truth (the intellect of Truth?) through the door of the intellectual faculty; that of Goodness (…”
Both passages describe a transformative experience of divine love that conquers the heart and soul, leading to a state of joy and perfection. They share themes of divine illumination, the conquest of the human will by divine love, and the resulting state of bliss and victory.
◆sufism|The Masnavi, Book I (Rumi)|STORY IIIb
“Every night spirits are released from this cage, And set free, neither lording it nor lorded over.
At night prisoners are unaware of their prison, At night kings are unaware of their majesty.
Then there is no thought or care for loss or g…”
Both passages discuss the state of the enlightened or blessed soul, emphasizing the transcendence of worldly concerns and the experience of divine love and joy. They also highlight the idea that the soul's true nature is revealed in a state beyond ordinary consciousness.
◆sufism|The Masnavi, Book I (Rumi)|STORY IIIc
“If thou neglectest regard and care for it, Thou wilt quench at midnight the lamp of union." In one 'twas said, "Quench that torch without fear, That in lieu of one thou may'st see a thousand joys, For by quenching the light the soul is rejo…”
Both passages discuss the spiritual journey and the consequences of one's actions, emphasizing the importance of good deeds, the moderation of desires, and the ultimate joy and reward in the afterlife. They share a mystical perspective on the soul's journey and the transformation through divine love and grace.
◆sufism|The Masnavi, Book I (Rumi)|STORY IXc
“When love of God kindles a flame in the inward man, He burns, and is freed from effects.
He has no need of signs to assure him of love, For love casts its own light up to heaven.
Other details are wanting to complete this subject, But tak…”
Both passages discuss the spiritual elevation and joy of the soul after death, emphasizing the role of good deeds, divine love, and the transformation of the individual through divine grace. They share a common theme of the soul's journey towards union with the divine, though expressed within different mystical traditions.
◆taoism|Tao Te Ching|Chapter 7
“Heaven is long-enduring and earth continues long. The reason why heaven and earth are able to endure and continue thus long is because they do not live of, or for, themselves. This is how they are able to continue and endure. Therefore the…”
Both passages emphasize the importance of selflessness and the enduring nature of spiritual or divine principles. The Tao Te Ching speaks of enduring through selflessness, while the Christian mystical text describes the enduring joy and blessings of selfless souls.
◆taoism|Tao Te Ching|Chapter 16
“The (state of) vacancy should be brought to the utmost degree, and that of stillness guarded with unwearying vigour. All things alike go through their processes of activity, and (then) we see them return (to their original state). When thin…”
Both passages discuss the attainment of a higher state through spiritual practices and the enduring nature of the soul or Tao. They emphasize the importance of stillness, good deeds, and the ultimate union with the divine or the Tao.
◆taoism|Tao Te Ching|Chapter 39
“The things which from of old have got the One (the Tao) are-- Heaven which by it is bright and pure; Earth rendered thereby firm and sure; Spirits with powers by it supplied; Valleys kept full throughout their void All creatures which throu…”
Both passages discuss the importance of humility and the connection between divine principles and worldly outcomes. They emphasize the transient nature of worldly power and the enduring nature of spiritual principles.
◆taoism|Tao Te Ching|Chapter 55
“He who has in himself abundantly the attributes (of the Tao) is like an infant. Poisonous insects will not sting him; fierce beasts will not seize him; birds of prey will not strike him. (The infant's) bones are weak and its sinews soft, bu…”
Both passages discuss the purity and harmony of the soul or essence, and the benefits of maintaining this state. They emphasize the importance of aligning with a higher principle (Tao or God) and the consequences of deviating from it.
◆western_esoteric|Transcendental Magic II: The Ritual (Éliphas Lévi)|Introductiond
“Thereupon God loosed from His bosom the shining cord which restrained the superb angel, and beholding him plunge through the night, which he furrowed with glory, He loved the offspring of His thought, and said with an ineffable smile: ‘How…”
Both passages explore the theme of the necessity of suffering and opposition for the realization of divine goodness and freedom. They share a conceptual parallel in the idea that the existence of darkness, suffering, or negation is essential for the full expression of light, divine love, and freedom.