The Advent of Dionysus - "A book with specific insight into the mysteries of this ancient myth, both its psychological ramifications and, modern day recurrence."

Does that suggest anything to you? Have you had the chance to read it? What did you think? Is there anything you would like to know specifically about it?

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So when the body dies, and consciousness departs, where do "we" go? ... Off to define another "reality" perhaps?

What is the paradigm of that book?

Greetings LuxFerum! And welcome to Dionysus Forums!

It's based upon some rather unique experiences, which have allowed me to answer questions about religion in general, in terms of its lineage and projecting a possible outcome for the future. While it focuses on the myth of Dionysus -- which, is where the name Dennis comes from -- and entails the use of numbers and symbolism, all of which helps provide the book with its uniqueness.

If you refer to chapters 1-3, I discuss the lineage of the Western Church, while in chapter 5, I bring up the main experience which ties the whole book together.

Does this help any? Thanks!

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So when the body dies, and consciousness departs, where do "we" go? ... Off to define another "reality" perhaps?

I mean, what is the base of this symbolism?
What are the basics rules for the interpretation of those symbols?
Or it is all based in you experience, and no one else can reproduce those analises?

The symbolism was pretty much developed through my own experience. However, that isn't to say nobody else can use it, because the whole point in developing it is an attempt to define something. And, once it's defined, and fairly well understood, then it's up to the individual to decide if they want to pursue it any further. Neither can I tell you who that is, because it all depends on whether someone has the inclination or not.

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So when the body dies, and consciousness departs, where do "we" go? ... Off to define another "reality" perhaps?

I think Emmanuel Swedenborg, like Mary Baker Eddy (founder of Christian Science), got a little carried away thinking the New Testament contains references to him & his work.

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Once you find your way, you're there.

I can only speak for Emanuel Swedenborg here, because of revelations which have come about through my own life which, I've attempted to convey in my book. Have you had a chance to read chapter 5 or, chapter 9? These are a couple of real eye openers.

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So when the body dies, and consciousness departs, where do "we" go? ... Off to define another "reality" perhaps?

The important thing is not what you saw, but that you saw. It's a gift from Above/Within, and is a guarantee that you're invited to the heavenly feast. Praise be.

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Once you find your way, you're there.

Well that's what I used to think too. But these things continued to happen throughout my adult life, with none being privy to it except me. And yet you can't help but wonder, am I supposed to take all this stuff to the grave with me? Because it sure seems like a big waste, especially when you've made so many connections that no one else could possibly make because they weren't standing in your shoes. So this was my main reason behind even considering it. And, as personal as most of it is, I deemed it was worth chronicling my ideas and experiences, in the hopes that others can gain insight into it and, come to appreciate some of the same things I have. Well, this was the general idea anyway.

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So when the body dies, and consciousness departs, where do "we" go? ... Off to define another "reality" perhaps?

What you're supposed to do, Iacchus, is to use what you've heard to energize yourself. Then you can allow your inner Light to shine in your daily life. Nothing more.

The Teacher within tells each of us what we need to know in order to let the Light shine from within. We hear the word only so that others may see the Light. If we compare notes, everyone's notes will be different. But that's not the point. The Light (Love) is the only point. Peace, my friend.

P.S. I used to be where you are now.

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Once you find your way, you're there.

Think of it this way, Iacchus. What do people want? --

1. the details of your (or my) revelation, or

2. love & respect.

[insert tune from "Jeopardy" game-show here]

Give the people what they want, Iacchus, & God bless.

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Once you find your way, you're there.

I think people are into a good read don't know? I mean look at how popular the Book of Revelation is. Or, look at Homer's Odyssey, one of the most popular books of all time. Indeed, well at least to some degree, my book contains elements of both. Neither do I think it's wrong to have some good reference books.

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So when the body dies, and consciousness departs, where do "we" go? ... Off to define another "reality" perhaps?

I've been telling myself to get around to reading your book for months now...

So I started with the beginning, and I read through Chapter 1. Then I started from the beginning again and read through Chapter 1 (again). And I re-read Chapter 1. Then I re-read the book preview's disclaimer "...Even so, I doubt if teenagers will comprehend it, and it's probably not for them either". True in part, but I do in fact intend to finish the rest of the book.

Much interesting material

Wow, and at such tender age. It's hard to imagine anyone can know so much. You must really like to study huh? Well, I just turned seventeen myself ... Ha! Give or take 30 years that is! ... Although most people would accuse me of acting like a teenager. Oh well, what do you expect for not having much of a life (with little of no self-esteem) when growing up?

By the way, are you having trouble grasping chaper 1? Because I think there are some things which are easier to grasp than others, not to mention it could be made more clear. Plus, I wonder if I haven't tried to condense too much of it all at once? It's nothing a good editor couldn't handle though I suppose.

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So when the body dies, and consciousness departs, where do "we" go? ... Off to define another "reality" perhaps?

Iacchus,

"Give or take 30 years...?" That would make you about 47, right? Well, I turned 51 on New Year's Day so don't feel bad.

Actually, my mistake, make that 48. But ain't that the pits? ...

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So when the body dies, and consciousness departs, where do "we" go? ... Off to define another "reality" perhaps?

Iacchus,

As I has understood it, your personal experiences did change your beliefs at some extent. Is that right?
If so, what beliefs did you have before the experiences?

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The Heavenly Afterlife exist.

You can start with chapter 11, which is basically autobiographical (a long chapter) and goes through the whole process of what I believed ever since I was a teenager. This is why I wrote the chapter by the way, to give people an idea of who I was and where I was coming from. Or, generally speaking, I was just a teenager know who little about life and what he expected to get out of it. So it's amazing how my beliefs evolved over the next tweny years or so.

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So when the body dies, and consciousness departs, where do "we" go? ... Off to define another "reality" perhaps?