Woman Struck by Lightning; Spent 2 Weeks in Heaven! Shown an Earth Hologram

Introduction

Host Alex Ferrari interviews Elizabeth Krohn about her near-death experience (NDE) following a lightning strike. Elizabeth shares her insights on life, death, spirituality, and what she experienced on the other side.

Elizabeth’s Background Before Her NDE

• Elizabeth was a skeptic, dismissive of spiritual phenomena and believing life ended at death.
• Raised Jewish but not observant, she identified as agnostic.
• At 28, she was married with two young children and focused on family life. Her husband was away on a business trip on the day of her accident.

The Incident

• On the first anniversary of her grandfather’s death, Elizabeth went to the synagogue to hear his name read.
• While parking her car at the synagogue, a sudden rainstorm began, and she tried to shield herself and her son with an umbrella.
• As she was walking, she was struck by lightning twice. The first strike paralyzed her arm, while the second one knocked her unconscious.
• Her young sons witnessed the event and screamed for help, attracting the attention of bystanders.

Realization of Death

• Elizabeth recalls observing herself from outside her body and feeling confused.
• She experienced detachment from her physical self and realized she had died, leading to feelings of regret for not believing in an afterlife.

Arrival in “The Garden”

• Elizabeth described being led by a light to a place she called “The Garden.” The surroundings were vibrant, featuring colors that do not exist on Earth.
• A voice that sounded like her grandfather’s instructed her to sit on a bench, though she believes the voice was God speaking to her in a form she would recognize.

Conversation with a Divine Presence

• Elizabeth remained in The Garden for what felt like two weeks, engaged in a conversation with the divine. She felt an overwhelming sense of unconditional love.
• Topics discussed included life goals, reincarnation, the non-linear nature of time, and her future if she chose to return to life.

Understanding Time

• Elizabeth observed three celestial orbs moving in relation to each other, which she understood as a way to mark the passage of time in The Garden.
• She gained a sudden understanding of complex concepts, including physics, which she later forgot upon returning to her body.

The Decision to Return

• Elizabeth was given the option to stay in The Garden or return to her earthly life, learning that returning would entail physical pain and significant life changes.
• She chose to return, partly due to her sense of responsibility to her children, and was told she would have a third child—a daughter who had chosen her as a mother.

Reentry to Her Body

• Returning was extremely painful, described as feeling as though her soul had to be compressed to fit back into her physical form.
• She regained consciousness in the synagogue parking lot, with people coming to assist her.

Aftermath: Physical and Psychic Changes

• Elizabeth spent months recovering from burns, primarily on her feet, caused by the lightning strike.
• She began experiencing vivid nightmares that appeared to predict tragic events, such as plane crashes and natural disasters. These precognitive dreams placed strain on her marriage, eventually leading to her divorce.

Insights on Religion vs. Spirituality

• During her NDE, Elizabeth gained clarity on the differences between organized religion and spirituality.
• She was told that religion is man-made, while spirituality is an individual journey and connection with something greater than oneself.

Impact on Elizabeth’s Life and Beliefs

• After her NDE, Elizabeth became more spiritual and less aligned with organized religion.
• Her experiences led her to seek out religious leaders to discuss her NDE but initially found little support.

Later Experiences and Public Sharing

• Elizabeth initially kept her NDE private due to societal stigma, not sharing it publicly until over 30 years later.
• In 2015, she spoke publicly for the first time at a medical event on NDEs, where she met her future co-author, Jeff Kripal, and subsequently published a book detailing her experience.

Family Reactions

• Her son, who was with her during the lightning strike, grew up to become an orthodox rabbi, which Elizabeth believes is connected to the event.
• Other family members, especially her mother, were supportive and even fascinated by her precognitive dreams.

Encounters with the Deceased

• Elizabeth recounts instances after her mother’s death in which strangers seemed to sense her mother’s presence with her, providing further confirmation of her experiences.

Reflections on Life and Death

• Elizabeth now works with hospice patients, offering comfort to those near death.
• She describes death as a return home, viewing life as a temporary phase for the growth of the soul.

Closing Thoughts

• Elizabeth encourages others not to fear death, stating that it leads to a place of peace and love.
• She expresses gratitude for the lessons her NDE taught her, despite the challenges it has brought.

Final Messages

• Elizabeth underscores the importance of living a life aligned with one’s spiritual goals, suggesting that life on Earth is a valuable but temporary opportunity for growth.