Spiritual Growth - Morning Star Institute -- Initiatory Journey

INITIATORY JOURNEY INTO THE MYTH AND MYSTERY

OF THE FEATHERED SERPENTS

January 23^rd – February 1^st, 2005

RIVIERA MAYA: January 23^rd – 28^th, 2005

Come and discover the secret knowledge of the “feathered serpents” and become initiated into the lore and legend of the Plumed Serpent Quetzalcoatl, also known to the Mayans as Kukulcan (kukul “feathered,” and can “serpent”). Our ten-day journey begins on the Yucatan Peninsula where we discover the ageless knowledge and wisdom of the heavens and the earth represented by the serpent, the jaguar, and the eagle. It is here in the jungles and on the beaches of the Yucatan where we prepare ourselves as spiritual warriors for the initiatory drama that will follow at the “city where men and women become gods and goddesses”—Teotihuacan, the birthplace of the Fifth Sun.

For the first six days of journey our stay is in beachfront cabanas at the isolated resort of La Posada del Capitan Lafitte. Using Lafitte’s as our outpost, we will explore and experience through experiential exercises, ritual and ceremony the spiritual wisdom of the “feather serpents.” With miles of uninhabited white sand beaches and the timeless touch of absolute peace and serenity, we are able to explore the ageless knowledge and experience the wisdom of the shaman/mystery teacher in a natural setting of power where you may become one with the elements.

As part of our initiation and spiritual cleansing, we will travel to the sacred sites of Coba, Tulum and a “little know” (except to the Curanderos-healers) sacred jungle site of “jaguar medicine”. All activities/classes are optional with ample time for individual counseling, swimming, diving/snorkeling and DOING NOTHING or as we say: hammock time. This pilgrimage of spirit is not only about initiation and your spiritual development but presents the opportunity for you to relax, embrace and enjoy life.

CAPITAN LAFITTE

“The history books tell us that Captain Jean Lafitte was one of the early 19^th century’s pirate breed operating in the Caribbean. Legend has it that he used this beach to stash some of his capital gains, having little faith or trust in the banks of Galveston Island or New Orleans, where he based from time to time. So, we’ve taken some of that romance and molded it into a modern day outpost, an escape from the glitz and glitter of Cancun with the simplest of treasures: an endless beach- the constant of the sea and surf, and the bounty of the reef. A travel writer, in looking out on Lafitte’s beach, called it “Tahiti East”. In Lafitte’s dining room the menu abides by the mood: “catch of the day” means this very day from the constant “aquarium” that is your panorama. Add to this the accent on fresh fruits and vegetables and you have a dining experience that spells: Caribbean.”

THE “SIZZLE” OF OUR RIVIERA MAYA JOURNEY

Ritual of Purification in the Caribbean Sea.
Transformational Fire Ceremony
“Cave of the Jaguar” Initiation

RIVIERA MAYA COSTS

The Riviera Maya portion of our journey may be done as a stand-alone spiritual experience without having to continue on to Teotihuacan. All prices are per person, double occupancy, breakfast and dinner daily, all instruction, t-shirt or tank top…$1295. There is also a non-participant fee of $995 for friends and/or spouses/partners. (This price does not include airfare to/from Cancun. Mexico or transportation within Mexico.)

Pyramid of the Sun - Teotihuacan (Photo by Jim)

TEOTIHUACAN—THE CITY OF THE GODS: January 28^th – February 1^st, 2005

On day six we leave Riviera Maya and travel to the birthplace of Quetzalcoatl, Teotihuacan. It is here where we will be initiated into the transcendental experience of becoming a Quetzalcoatl—a feathered serpent.

Quetzalcoatl was a bridge builder between pairs of opposites (spirit/matter) and was identified with the wind as well as Venus known as the Morning Star and the Evening Star. As the Morning and Evening Star, Quetzalcoatl represents the symbolic teachings of death and resurrection. As an archetype the Plumed Serpent represents human beings dual nature: the feathers stand for our divine or spiritual nature (the Father) and the serpent represents our humanity or connection to physical creation (the Mother).

During our time in Teotihuacan we will explore the magic of the wind through the transformational power of breath and voice while continuing the journey in becoming a transformed human being—a Quetzalcoatl.

It is here at “the City of Gods” where we will also explore the knowledge that Jesus was the cultural hero, the White Prophet who brought the message of peace, love and unity to the peoples of the Pacific as well as to the Americas. The hero was always connected with Venus and was known to the various cultures as Lono (Hawaiian), Viracocha (South American), Wakea (Polynesian), Pahana (Hopi), and Quetzalcoatl (Mesoamerican).

THE HOTEL VILLAS ARQUEOLOGICAS DE TEOTIHUACAN

Our Club Med accommodations are in a handsome split-level inn, built hacienda-style around a central courtyard that includes a pool. Our villas offer a haven of peace and tranquility providing an ideal base for our spiritual work.

THE “SIZZLE” OF OUR TEOTIHUACAN JOURNEY

Surrender and release through the body of the Feathered Serpent.
For the ones that are called—Initiation as a Feathered Serpent.

COSTS OF THE COMPLETE INITIATORY JOURNEY

All prices are per person, double occupancy, breakfast and dinner daily, all instruction, t-shirt or tank top…$1995. (This price does not include airfare to/from Cancun, Mexico, between Cancun and Mexico City—Teotihuacan segment of the journey or transportation within Mexico.)

REGISTRATION

A non-refundable deposit of $250 is required to confirm your registration. Enrollment is limited and final payments are due 45 days prior to the journey. You may register at our Spirit Shop or by contacting or e-mailing us at – spirit@divinehumanity.com. All major credit cards are accepted.

Up-coming Trainings and Journey's.

Jaguar Shaman.