Unveiling Lemuria: A Tale of Science, Spirit, and a Lost Continent

 

Greetings, dear readers,

 

I’ve been hearing a lot lately about the mysterious, and possibly once-existent, lost continent of Lemuria. This civilization supposedly existed even before Atlantis, a land possibly swallowed by a great catastrophe. In this article, we'll explore what science says about Lemuria versus what myths and legends claim.

 

The Scientific Hypothesis of Lemuria

 

The idea of Lemuria began not as a myth, but as a scientific hypothesis. In the mid-19th century, British zoologist Philip Sclater observed that lemurs were found only in Madagascar and India, but not in Africa or the Middle East. To explain this unusual geographical gap, he proposed in 1864 that a land bridge or continent once existed in the Indian Ocean, connecting these two regions. He named this hypothetical landmass "Lemuria."

 

Sclater's idea made perfect sense at a time when the concept of continental drift was unknown. The hypothesis was well-received in the scientific community and even supported by prominent figures like German biologist Ernst Haeckel. Haeckel went a step further, suggesting that Lemuria might have been the cradle of humanity—a "paradise" from which the first humans spread across the globe. He believed its sinking forced these early humans to migrate to other continents, such as Asia, solidifying Lemuria's image as a lost continent.

 

The Theory's Rejection

 

However, the dawn of the 20th century brought new geological discoveries and the revolutionary theory of continental drift, which ultimately led to Lemuria's rejection. In 1912, German geologist Alfred Wegener proposed that all modern continents were once part of a single supercontinent called Pangaea, which later broke apart and drifted. By the 1960s, with the development of plate tectonics theory, this model was widely accepted and confirmed.

 

Modern geological surveys of the ocean floor found no evidence of a large, sunken continent in the Indian Ocean. Instead, geologists found that continents have been in motion for millions of years. Madagascar and India were indeed once connected as part of a larger supercontinent called Gondwana, which split and drifted apart approximately 135–150 million years ago. This geological explanation perfectly accounts for the distribution of lemurs, making the Lemuria hypothesis unnecessary from a scientific standpoint.

 

Lemuria According to Psychics and Past-Life Recall

 

In contrast to science, the esoteric concept of Lemuria is not based on geological evidence but on spiritual and intuitive sources. Proponents, mainly from New Age and Theosophical movements, claim that Lemuria was a highly evolved spiritual civilization that existed millions of years ago, even before the legendary Atlantis. Its existence is supposedly revealed through non-traditional methods like psychic channeling, past-life regression, and intuitive knowledge.

 

According to these spiritual sources, the Lemurians were ethereal beings with an exceptionally high level of consciousness. They're believed to have lacked the physical bodies we know today, but could manifest matter through the power of thought. Their society was described as harmonious and peaceful, with no conflict or ego-driven motives. They communicated telepathically and lived in deep alignment with the Earth's energy fields.  Lemurians are often depicted as giant, luminous beings with advanced psychic abilities.

 

Esoteric traditions place Lemuria in the Pacific Ocean, with its central points said to be around modern-day Hawaii, Mount Shasta in California, and Easter Island. The landmass itself was supposedly entirely different from today's continents, and the Lemurians' primary purpose was to serve and nurture Earth's life, maintaining the planet's energetic balance.

 

The Lemurian civilization is thought to have been destroyed by a great cataclysm, such as a polar shift or massive volcanic eruptions. As the continent sank, the Lemurians were forced to evacuate. Many are believed to have found refuge in other civilizations, including Atlantis, while others established vast underground colonies. One of the most famous of these alleged colonies is Telos, said to be located beneath Mount Shasta, where Lemurians and their descendants supposedly live to this day.

 

Many individuals who undergo past-life regression hypnosis, as well as psychics and mediums, claim to have vivid memories of their existence in Lemuria. These fragmented recollections often describe a deeply spiritual society that lived in harmony with nature, communicated through thought, and possessed profound knowledge of natural laws and energies. Common themes include giant, glowing crystal structures used for energy and communication. These individuals believe that these memories are not fantasies, but genuine recollections of a lost civilization that reveal humanity's true origin. They argue that we are descended from this civilization and our purpose is to return to a higher level of spiritual awareness.

 

A Medium's Account of Lemuria's Existence

 

I've had the opportunity to read about Frank Alper, a well-known medium and lecturer who, in his books and seminars, provided a detailed description of Lemuria based on his channeling sessions.

 

According to Alper, Lemuria wasn't a physical continent but an energetic field of consciousness where spiritual beings he called "spirit-angels" existed. These beings lacked physical bodies, appearing instead as glowing forms of energy. They communicated telepathically, and their society was built on the principles of love and harmony. Alper claimed that the Lemurians' mission was to learn and spread unconditional love.

 

He also stated that Lemuria existed before Atlantis. The Lemurians could manipulate energy and matter with their minds but lacked emotions and individuality. This, he suggested, is why they incarnated into physical bodies and established Atlantis, to experience feelings and individuality.

 

Alper maintained that the energy of Lemuria is not lost; it still exists under the Pacific Ocean. He said this energy now functions as one of the Earth's main chakras, helping humanity with its spiritual development. Alper emphasized that the memories of Lemuria are nothing more than a reflection of a collective consciousness, reminding us of the higher spiritual level we once held.

 

What Did Helena Blavatsky Say About Lemuria?

 

Yes, Helena Blavatsky is one of the key figures who developed the esoteric idea of Lemuria in her works. The founder of the Theosophical movement, she described Lemuria in detail in her most important work, "The Secret Doctrine" (1888).

 

In Blavatsky's cosmology, Lemuria is described as the home of the third "Root Race." According to her, humanity has gone through and will go through seven such races, each of which achieves a different level of evolution and lives on a different continent.

 

Blavatsky claimed that Lemurians were gigantic, had eyes in the back of their heads, and reproduced in an unusual way—by laying eggs. Initially, they were spiritually advanced but later lost their spiritual nature. This "fall" led to the decline of the Lemurian continent. She claimed that the Pacific and Indian Oceans, including Australia and Easter Island, are remnants of the former Lemurian continent.

 

Blavatsky's writings had a huge influence on later esoteric movements and inspired authors like W. Scott-Elliot, who expanded on her ideas in his book, "The Lost Lemuria." It's fair to say that Blavatsky was the one who transformed a scientific hypothesis into a detailed esoteric narrative about a lost spiritual civilization.

 

Yours, a Rebellious Soul