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The Harmonic Convergence was a globally coordinated meditation and spiritual event that took place on August 16-17, 1987. It is often regarded as one of the first instances of a globally synchronized meditation event and is believed by many participants to have marked a shift in human consciousness. Below are the key elements of the Harmonic Convergence.
Background
- Organizer: The event was organized by José Argüelles, an American author and artist who was fascinated by Mayan calendar systems and ancient prophecies.
- Influence: It was inspired by the Mayan Long Count calendar, particularly a prophetic cycle that, according to Argüelles, was believed to end in 2012. The year 1987 was seen as an important precursor leading to a broader global transformation.
Astrological Significance
- The event’s date, August 16-17, 1987, was chosen because of the alignment of several planets, forming a trine in the zodiac.
- This planetary alignment was believed to be favorable for an increase in spiritual energy and global harmony.
Key Elements of the Event
- Participation: Thousands of people around the world gathered at sacred sites like Mount Shasta in California, Stonehenge in the UK, and Teotihuacan in Mexico.
- Goal: The primary purpose was to meditate, pray, and focus on positive energies to initiate an age of universal peace and global unity.
- Shift in Consciousness: Many participants believed that the Harmonic Convergence represented a shift from a time of materialism and conflict to a new age characterized by love, harmony, and spiritual growth.
Popular Interpretations and Beliefs
- Some viewed it as an opportunity to collectively raise the global frequency and elevate consciousness.
- Participants believed that the event helped prepare humanity for future spiritual changes leading up to the end of the Mayan calendar in 2012, which some speculated might bring significant changes or even the “end of the world.”
