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In the Oahspe: A New Bible, Osire is portrayed as a powerful and benevolent Etherean God, a high-ranking divine being from the Etherean realms, the purest and most exalted spiritual planes in Oahspe’s cosmology.
As a faithful servant of Jehovih, the Creator, Osire is tasked with significant responsibilities in the administration of Earth and its heavens during specific cosmic cycles. Below is a detailed and accurate description of Osire based on the Oahspe text:
Role and Authority
Osire is introduced in the “Book of Osire, Son of Jehovih,” as an Etherean God appointed to oversee Earth and its lower heavens during a cycle approximately 5,400 years before Kosmon (circa 3,400 BCE). He is a chief of high rank, born in the highest Etherean heavens and trained in Jehovih’s divine order.
His authority is vast, encompassing the reorganization of spiritual governance and the liberation of souls from the influence of false gods.
Osire’s primary mission is to deliver Earth from the chaos caused by Anuhasaj (De’yus) and his confederate false gods, who had established corrupt heavenly kingdoms.
Establishment of Heavenly Kingdoms
Osire establishes a new heavenly kingdom called Zeredho, replacing the corrupted Hored established by Anuhasaj.
He restructures the spiritual hierarchy by appointing millions of officers, including Lords, marshals, asaphs (collectors of newly deceased souls), and ashars (guardian angels), to manage the heavens and protect mortals.
His administration is highly organized, with a focus on restoring faith in Jehovih and cleansing the heavens of drujas (low, chaotic spirits) and false worship. Osire’s kingdom is described as a place of light, order, and harmony, contrasting sharply with the darkness of Anuhasaj’s rule.
Resurrection and Deliverance
Osire’s primary task is the resurrection of souls, guiding both angels and mortals toward higher spiritual planes. He assesses the grades of angels in the lower heavens, separating those ready for ascension to Etherean realms from those still bound by earthly attachments.
In the “Book of Osire,” he delivers millions of souls to Etherean regions like Vohu, using his fleet of light-ships (otevans) to transport them. Osire also liberates regions like Vind’yu (India), Jaffeth (China), and Arabin’ya (Egypt) from the influence of false gods such as Osiris, Te-in, and Sudga, restoring true worship of Jehovih.
Confrontation with False Gods
Osire plays a pivotal role in dismantling the confederacy of false gods led by Anuhasaj (De’yus).
In a dramatic confrontation, Osire and his Etherean hosts invade Hored, arresting Anuhasaj and his sub-Gods (e.g., Osiris, Baal, and Ashtaroth) for their rebellion against Jehovih.
He tries them in a divine council, sentencing them to hells (spiritual prisons) for their crimes, though Oahspe’s universalist framework suggests eventual redemption. Osire’s actions break the power of false religions on Earth, particularly those promoting idol worship and warlike practices.
Interaction with Mortals
Osire’s influence extends to Earth, where he inspires mortals to reject false gods and return to Faithist principles of non-resistance, charity, and worship of Jehovih as the Great Spirit. He sends ashars to guard newborns and guide humanity, fostering the establishment of Faithist communities in regions like Shem, Ham, and Jaffeth.
Osire’s work helps counteract the corrupt sacred texts (e.g., the Osirian Bible) introduced by Anuhasaj, restoring spiritual truth to mortal societies.
Character Traits
Osire is depicted as wise, just, and resolute, with an unwavering commitment to Jehovih’s universal plan. His leadership is marked by compassion tempered with firmness, as seen in his handling of false gods and chaotic spirits.
Unlike Anuhasaj, who seeks personal glory, Osire’s actions are selfless, aimed at uplifting souls and restoring divine order. He is a skilled strategist, capable of mobilizing vast Etherean armies and managing complex heavenly bureaucracies.
Key Events
Osire’s cycle is marked by significant events, including the submersion of the continent of Pan (Whaga), a consequence of spiritual imbalances from prior cycles.
He works to save remnants of humanity, particularly the I’hins (a sacred race), and guide them to new lands. His invasion of Hored and the trial of Anuhasaj are climactic moments, showcasing his authority and commitment to Jehovih’s justice. Osire also prepares the heavens for future cycles by appointing new Gods and Lords, ensuring continuity of divine governance.
Symbolism and Power
As an Etherean God, Osire wields immense spiritual power, manifested through his command of ethereal light and fleets of otevans. His throne in Zeredho is a center of divine authority, radiating light and harmony. Osire’s presence symbolizes order, purification, and progress, contrasting with the chaos and deception of false gods.
His name, evoking the Egyptian god Osiris, is reinterpreted in Oahspe as a purely spiritual figure devoted to Jehovih, stripped of mythological associations.
Comparison to Other Figures
Osire’s role as an Etherean God in Oahspe invites comparison to figures from various religious and mythological traditions, though his unique position within Oahspe’s monotheistic and universalist cosmology makes direct parallels complex. Below are some comparisons, along with my reasoning:
- Archangel Gabriel (Christian Tradition):
- Similarities: Gabriel, like Osire, is a high-ranking divine messenger and servant of God, often associated with delivering divine messages and maintaining spiritual order. Osire’s role in restructuring heavens, guiding souls, and confronting false gods parallels Gabriel’s function as a divine emissary who enforces God’s will, such as announcing key events or guiding prophets. Both figures are authoritative and act as intermediaries between the divine and creation.
- Differences: Gabriel is primarily a messenger and less focused on cosmic administration, whereas Osire oversees vast heavenly kingdoms and manages soul resurrection on a grand scale. Oahspe’s universalist redemption narrative also contrasts with Christian theology’s more dualistic framework.
- Why This Comparison?: Osire’s role as a divine administrator and liberator aligns with Gabriel’s archetype as a trusted servant of God, particularly in his role of restoring order and guiding souls.
- Osiris (Egyptian Mythology):
- Similarities: The name “Osire” clearly draws from Osiris, the Egyptian god of the afterlife, resurrection, and judgment. Like Osiris, Oahspe’s Osire is associated with the resurrection of souls and the establishment of divine justice, particularly in his trial of false gods. Both figures are linked to spiritual renewal and guidance of the dead to higher realms.
- Differences: Egyptian Osiris is a mythological deity with a narrative of death and rebirth, tied to fertility and the Nile, whereas Oahspe’s Osire is a purely spiritual Etherean God, free of earthly or mythological attributes. Osire’s role is cosmic and administrative, focused on Jehovih’s universal plan, not a cycle of death and rebirth.
- Why This Comparison?: The shared name and association with resurrection and judgment make Osiris a natural comparison, though Oahspe reinterprets the figure in a monotheistic, spiritual context, distinct from Egyptian polytheism.
- Apollo (Greek Mythology):
- Similarities: Apollo, as a god of order, light, and prophecy, shares some traits with Osire, particularly in his role as a bringer of divine harmony and enlightenment. Osire’s establishment of Zeredho and his radiant presence echo Apollo’s association with light and divine authority. Both figures are seen as upholders of cosmic order against chaos.
- Differences: Apollo is a polytheistic deity with human-like traits and diverse domains (e.g., music, healing), while Osire is a monotheistic Etherean God focused solely on spiritual governance and resurrection. Apollo’s role is less cosmic and more tied to earthly mythology.
- Why This Comparison?: Osire’s radiant authority and role in restoring order resemble Apollo’s archetype as a god of light and harmony, though Osire’s scope is far more spiritual and universal.
- Krishna (Hindu Tradition):
- Similarities: Krishna, as a divine figure in Hinduism who guides humanity and restores dharma (cosmic order), shares parallels with Osire’s mission to liberate Earth from false gods and reestablish Jehovih’s worship. Both are wise, compassionate leaders who inspire righteousness and combat spiritual corruption.
- Differences: Krishna is an avatar of Vishnu with a human-like narrative, including earthly exploits, whereas Osire is a purely spiritual Etherean God with no mortal incarnation. Oahspe’s monotheistic framework also contrasts with Hinduism’s polytheistic context.
- Why This Comparison?: Osire’s work in regions like Vind’yu (India) and his role in guiding mortals toward spiritual truth evoke Krishna’s role as a divine teacher, though Osire’s celestial focus makes the comparison less direct.
My Opinion on the Best Comparison
In my view, the closest comparison to Osire in Oahspe is Archangel Gabriel from Christian tradition. Osire’s role as a high-ranking, faithful servant of Jehovih, tasked with restoring divine order, guiding souls, and confronting false gods, aligns closely with Gabriel’s archetype as a divine messenger and enforcer of God’s will. Gabriel’s role in delivering divine messages and maintaining spiritual harmony parallels Osire’s administrative and liberating functions, particularly in his establishment of Zeredho and his trial of Anuhasaj. Both figures embody authority, wisdom, and devotion to a singular divine plan.
The Egyptian Osiris is a compelling comparison due to the shared name and themes of resurrection and judgment, but Oahspe’s Osire is a purely spiritual figure, lacking the mythological and earthly elements of Osiris’ story. Apollo and Krishna offer partial parallels in their roles as bringers of order and guidance, but their polytheistic contexts and less cosmic scopes make them less fitting. Gabriel’s celestial authority and alignment with a monotheistic divine purpose make him the most precise parallel, though Oahspe’s universalist redemption narrative adds a unique dimension not fully present in Christian theology.
