Who Are the Ascended Masters? Meaning and Examples of Ascension Masters

Meet the ascended masters who changed the course of human history forever. In spiritual circles, an ascended master is someone held in high regard. Find the meaning of an ascension master, as well as some examples, below.

What Is an Ascended Master? Definition

An ascended master is someone who has taken the Sixth Initiation in Theosophical orders: Ascension.

In 1924, Baird T. Spalding coined the term "ascended master" in his serial, Life and Teachings of the Masters of the Far East.

Aside from the theosophical masters, people often describe anyone who has made a significant impact in the history of spirituality as ascended masters.

The Role of Ascended Masters

After ascended masters let go of negativity and reach the highest levels of consciousness, their missions become clear. Their inner voices will tell them where to go and how to assist humanity. Some of the masters visit Earth because they want to help human beings reach their full potential and live the spiritual life.

Masters who make assisting humanity their mission can join the Great White Brotherhood, also called the Council of Light.

The Great White Brotherhood

The Great White Brotherhood refers to a band of ascended masters who help humanity evolve to new spiritual heights. Also called the Spiritual Hierarchy in theosophical teachings, the Great White Brotherhood has nothing to do with skin color. Instead, the brotherhood represents purity, light, and wisdom.

The location of the Council of Light is somewhere in the Himalayas. The ascended masters receive the ray of light from this hidden command post. The Great White Brotherhood works in secret, accelerating humanity's spiritual growth and elevating consciousness. Adepts within the Brotherhood use telepathy and visions to establish contact with entities outside Earth's orbit. 

Members of the Great White Brotherhood display positive characteristics like compassion, wisdom, and energy healing powers. The Brotherhood also has members who have yet to ascend and remain unaware that they are going through spiritual transformations. The uncommon dispositions of these criticized and misunderstood brothers allow them to channel the divine plan prepared for each and every human being on Earth. 

Although shrouded in mystery, the Great White Brotherhood enjoys a loyal following of spiritual beings. These adherents find inspiration and hope in the Brotherhood share their light wherever they go.

Who Are the 12 Ascended Masters? Examples

The 12 ascended masters are enlightened beings who top the spiritual hierarchy in Theosophy.

Each master carries a unique strain of spiritual DNA. Every prominent spiritual teacher is a reincarnation of a specific master.

List of the 12 Ascended Masters

As the highest evolved beings, ascended masters have overcome their human DNA's negative expression in a previous life to attain spiritual enlightenment.

The 12 ascended masters are Lanto, Hilarion, Sananda, El Morya, Kuthumi, Serapis Bey, Djawal Khul, Sanat Kumara, Lord Maitreya, Saint Germain, Paul the Venetian, and Lord Gautama the Buddha

1. Lanto

Lord Lanto, also called Chohan of the 2nd ray, is an ancient ascended master who lived in his last physical form in China. His aura has white and yellow radiations in the shape of an egg. He possesses a gentle heart and manifests the threefold flame in his meditation to his followers.

2. Hilarion

Master Hilarion commands the fifth ray and lords the Temple of Truth, ethereally located near Crete, Greece. He is a role model for science and meticulous methods of learning. Master Hilarion works his influence on scientists and knowledge seekers. He has embodied himself as the Apostle Paul of Tarsus and the philosopher Lamblichus. 

 3. Sananda

Sananda is another name for Jesus Christ, who is identified as a prominent master. Jesus Christ was the Chohan of the Sixth Ray and exhibit the virtues of empathy and divine love. He also imparts lessons on enlightenment and forgiveness. During his physical life, Jesus devoted himself to humanity. 

 4. El Morya

El Morya leads the Darjeeling Council of the Great White Brotherhood. He is the Chohan of the first ray and his aura emanates faith, courage, independence, and certitude. His last incarnation was a Rajput prince in India who later became a monk. Because of his many virtues, he has embodied the crown of authority over his subjects.  

5. Kuthumi

Master Kuthumi is considered a master psychologist who has emphasized healing and completeness in his teachings. He is believed to have played an important role in the formation of the Theosophical Society in 1875. He lords over the etheric Temple of Illumination, which is also called the Cathedral of Nature. 

6. Serapis Bey

Master Serapis Bey, Chohan of the fourth ray, is the protector of the Ascension Flame. Serapis Bey is known for his devotion to discipline. He stresses on discipline that suppresses human emotions stopping an individual from reaching enlightenment. Ascended master Serapis was a high priest in Atlantis before the kingdom sunk under the sea.

7. Djawal Khul

Djawal Khul is a light master who goes by the name Dwal Kul or Jwal Kul. He is accomplished in the second ray. Djawal Khul has worked tirelessly in the realization of the human consciousness to reach higher grounds of clarity. He has joined energies with ascended masters El Morya and Kuthumi in the past. 

8. Sanat Kumara

According to the theosophical society, Lord Sanat Kumara is a supreme soul who is viewed as the “Lord” of Earth and of human beings. He holds a prime position in the Spiritual Hierarchy of Earth in the City of Enoch—the location of the Sacred Fire. Sanat Kumara is represented as a rishi in the Chandogya Upanishad. Sanat Kumara holds a crucial role in the Great White Brotherhood.

9. Lord Maitreya

Lord Maitreya is a bodhisattva who will incarnate during a time when Buddhism severely diminished on Earth. Lord Maitreya will then guide all souls trapped in the wheel of rebirths to achieve nirvana. Some of his incarnations include the Hindu god Krishna and as Jesus Christ during the three years that Jesus preached the Gospel.

10. Saint Germain

Master of the Seventh Ray, Saint Germain is known as the guardian of the Sacred Violet Flame of Healing. Saint Germain has a deep passion for humanity and carries a gentle aura that comforts troubled souls. He has incarnated as many people, which includes Prophet Samuel of the Old Testament, Christopher Columbus, and Sir Francis Bacon.

11. Paul the Venetian

Paul the Venetian is a highly regarded master who is the keeper of the Chohan of the third ray. This ray is pinkish in color and represents unconditional love. He is the hierarch of the Château de Liberté, ethereally situated somewhere over the Rhône River in southern France. His features are pleasing and he comes from the planet Venus.

12. Lord Gautama the Buddha

As the founder of the Buddhist religion, Lord Gautama the Buddha holds a very prominent place in the hearts of his many believers. Buddha spoke about mindfulness and the key to happiness is a “middle path” where everything is acknowledged in moderation. He is also referred as the “Awakened One” because he reached enlightenment.

How Can You Become an Ascended Master? 5 Steps for Transformation

You can become an ascended master by rooting yourself in one or more spiritual, religious, or esoteric traditions. Becoming an master means you have attained spiritual enlightenment through meditation, inner work, detachment from material things, and other practices.

Transforming yourself into an master requires hard work, dedication, honesty, and discipline. As outlined below, most people complete at least five basic steps while on the path to becoming an ascended master.

Step One: Self-Realization

Take the first step toward self-actualization by reassessing your beliefs, values, strengths and weaknesses. Once you take stock of yourself, you should begin to cultivate empathy, wisdom, and unconditional love.

Step Two: Practice Spirituality

Engage in spiritual practices that raise your vibration and improve your outlook on life. You can try meditation, prayer, or studying spirituality.

Step Three: Purification and Healing

Jettison your psychological trauma, negative emotions, and limiting self-image. Engage in inner work to purify and heal your mind, body, and spirit.

Step Four: Volunteerism

Dedicate your life to serving other people, and encourage them to walk the spiritual path. Some of the ways you can serve others include good deeds, instruction, healing, or fellowship.

Step Five: Connection with Higher Realms

Forge a deep connection with your higher self and spirit guides. Trust your intuition and let the ascended masters light your path.

Keep in mind that the definition of an ascended master varies by belief system. Spiritual transformations often result from personal revelations and assistance from spiritual forces.

FAQ

Who Is the Ascended Master Jesus?

The Ascended Master Jesus is one of many reincarnations of Sananda. He is the Master of Theosophy's Ancient Wisdom and all the Ascended Masters' Teachings. Jesus Christ also belongs to the Great White Brotherhood, which refers to the brightest white light.

Is the Virgin Mary an Ascended Master?

The Virgin Mary is an Ascended Master. She soothes countless souls with her healing balm of wisdom and understanding. Mother Mary visits all cosmic beings to deliver sacred blessings and offer her maternal presence as an expression of the Divine Human.

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