Hunab Ku

by Speerstra, Karen

• ISBN13: 9781580911689
• ISBN10: 1580911684
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-04-15
• Publisher: Crossing Pr

Summary

The Mayan symbol Hunab Ku represents movement and energy--the principle of life itself--in a spiraling design reminiscent of the Eastern yin-yang symbol. As an embodiment of harmony and balance, Hunab Ku invites us into the age of consciousness, which is predicted to begin on December 21, 2012.HUNAB KU prepares us for this cosmic awakening by presenting 77 sacred symbols that create an interactive system for learning, healing, and meditation. Beautifully illustrated and exhaustively researched, this virtual pilgrimage invites us to explore artifacts, earthworks, numerological patterns, and archetypes from diverse traditions the world over: ancient Greece, the Americas, Africa, the British Isles, Babylon, India, and beyond. Hunab Ku waits for you at the book's center, the threshold between our present age and the coming age of enlightenment. Like runes, tarot, and other pathworking systems, the archetypes herein open doors, create bridges, and shed light on our past and our future. These spiritual signposts are all around us and within, waiting to be interpreted. Let HUNAB KU be your guide.A richly illustrated book that draws on cross-cultural ancient symbols, numerology, archetypes, and earthworks, and the chakras.Includes 77 vivid full-color illustrations placed within the framework and palette of the seven chakras.Builds on the growing popularity of Jose Arguelles'sThe Mayan Factorand Carl Johan Calleman'sThe Mayan Calendar and the Transformation of Consciousness.

Author Biography

KAREN SPEERSTRA and her son, JOEL SPEERSTRA, have spent many years researching and visiting ancient sites. Karen authored The Earthshapers and has worked for more than 30 years in publishing. She lives in Randolph Center, Vermont. Joel authored and edited several books on early music, builds clavichords, and currently teaches music in Guteborg, Sweden.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	viii
Introduction	x
Part I: RED	1	(44)
Great Bear (Solitude)
Ram (Risk)
Scorpion (Conflict)
Father (Logic)
Earth (Matter)
Womb (Gestation)
Serpent (Awakening)
Weaver-Warrior (Survival)
Labyrinth (Initiation)
Peacock (Insight)
Ouroboros (Unconsciousness)
Part II: ORANGE	45	(44)
Sun (Success)
Venus (Fertility)
Lioness (Protector)
Mother (Intuition)
Water (Movement)
Child (Birth)
Meander (Reversal)
Player (Sensuality)
Mountain (Revelation)
Hummingbird (Vitality)
Giant (Control)
Part III: YELLOW	89	(44)
Star (Inspiration)
Twins (Androgyny)
Virgin (Perfectionism)
Artist (Creativity)
Fire (Energy)
Youth (Growth)
Triangle (Harmony)
Trickster (Confusion)
Wheel (Change)
Dove (Peace)
Dragon (Fear)
Part IV: GREEN	133	(44)
Constellation (Community)
Centaur (Action)
Dolphin (Addiction)
Healer (Wholeness)
Air (Breath)
Hunab Ku (Lover/Relationships)
Cross (Connection)
Bard (Song)
Bridge (Passage)
Eagle (Courage)
Phoenix (Hope)
Part V: BLUE	177	(44)
Saturn (Blockage)
Water Bearer (Service)
Goat (Practicality)
Teacher (Knowledge)
Sound (Vibration)
Adult (Work)
Ankh (Life)
Magician (Power)
Boat (Journey)
Pelican (Sacrifice)
Winged Dog (Guardian)
Part VI: INDIGO	221	(44)
Moon (Dreams)
Bull (Strength)
Balance (Choice)
Counselor (Nurturing)
Light (Imagination)
Wise Old One (Rest)
Square (Opening)
Shaman (Ecstasy)
Chalice (Quest)
Vulture (Death)
Sphinx (Time)
Part VII: VIOLET	265	(44)
Universe (Consciousness)
Honeybee (Emotions)
Scarab (Manifestation)
Mystic (Wonder)
Vision (Understanding)
Released Soul (Rebirth)
Double Spiral (Infinity)
Angel Guide (Message)
Crown (Reward)
Owl (Wisdom)
Unicorn (Unity)
Symbol Readings	309	(9)
Bibliography	318	(8)
Index	326