Gates of Ascent
Throughout the Great Teachings the symbol of the gate is used to indicate the stage of progress along the path of attainment. It particularly refers to opportunities which come to us in life, many times as so-called misfortunes and failures though in reality as the “physical threshold of ascent.”
Let Agni Yoga lead by way of a design of flame that manifests the likeness of the eternal conception of cosmic formations. This most unifying Yoga exacts an obligation to construct the entire life in conformity with a discipline externally imperceptible. If this irreplaceable discipline is not regarded as chains, but turns into the joy of responsibility, we can consider the first Gates open. When cooperation with the far-off worlds is realized, then will the second Gates be unbarred. And when the foundations of evolution are understood, the bolts will fall from the third Gates. And, finally, when the supremacy of the densified astral body is realized, then will the locks of the fourth Gates be unbolted. Parallel with this ascent the fires of the centers of knowledge are kindled, and amidst the lightnings of the subtlest energies, straight-knowledge unfolds. Thus, cherish the fire of knowledge and guard the growing power. (AY, 163)
see also Great Gates
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