| Psychic and Spiritual Terminology Theosophy A school of thought founded by Helena P. Blavatsky. The term literally means "divine wisdom." The goals of Theosophy are to (1) form a universal brother-hood; (2) do comparative study of world religions, science, and philosophy; and, (3) investigate the psychic and spir- itual powers latent in man. Theosophy is the forerunner of much New Age thought. Third Eye An imaginary eye in the forehead which also is a chakra which is used for psychic vision. Trance Channeler The newest term for "trance medium." (See: Medium.) Transformation New Age advocates promote both personal and planetary transformation. Personal transformation involves the changes wrought in one's life by increasing Self-realization. As more and more people are personally transformed, the planet too will be transformed into a global brotherhood. Trumpet Medium A psychic or sensitive who brings forth "spirit voices" through a trumpet at seances. UFO Unidentified flying object; flying saucer. Unity-in-Diversity Council A New Age "metanetwork" of over 100 networks and groups rallying for global coop-eration and interdependence. Veda The most ancient of the Hindu scriptures. Visualization Also known as "guided imagery," visualiza-tion basically refers to "mind over matter." It involves the attempt to bring about change in the material realm by the power of the mind. Warlock A wizard or sorcerer; a male witch. World Goodwill A New Age political lobby that aims to unfold "the Plan" as spelled out in the writings of Alice Bailey. Yin/Yang Chinese names referring to the active and passive principles of the universe. Yin refers to the female or [in-active] negative force; Yang to the male or active force. These two polar forces continually interplay with each other. The words are used to describe the constant How of motion and change in the universe (i.e., the "Tao"). Yoga A means of becoming united with the supreme being, or with the universal soul. Yogi Someone who practices yoga. Xenoglossis bility to speak in languages that the psychic has never studied. This can be done by psychics or people in the throes of religious or emotional hysteria Zodaic The band of twelve constellations along the plane of the ecliptic through which pass the sun, moon and planets across the sky. Each constellation, or sign, is attributed symbolic significance and associations that affect various aspects of life on Earth. |
