Notes on The Lost Continent of Atlantis

Introduction

• Atlantis is one of the most enigmatic mysteries of all time, captivating imaginations with tales of advanced technology, great wealth, and treasures.
• Questions remain: Was Atlantis just a legend? Did it really exist?

Origin of the Atlantis Myth

• Plato's Account (360 BC):
  • Described in dialogues "Critias" and "Timaeus."
  • Located in the Atlantic Ocean beyond the Strait of Gibraltar.
  • Details from Solon, an Athenian lawmaker.
  • Mention of advanced civilization existing 9,000 years earlier.

Features of Atlantis

• Geography and Structure:

  • Large island, abundant in resources, particularly metals like orichalcum.
  • Capital city with circular, concentric rings.
  • Inner Citadel was 5 km in diameter, whole area 23 km.

• Society and Economy:

  • Wealth unparalleled by any other civilization.
  • Engaged in trade with foreign countries.

Destruction of Atlantis

• According to Plato, it was destroyed in a single day due to a catastrophic event, leading to a dark age.

Geology and Theories of Atlantis’s Location

• Speculated to be a volcanic continent in the Mid-Atlantic Ridge.
• Azores, Madeira might be remnants of Atlantis.
• Mid-Atlantic Ridge compared to Andes and Rockies in length.

The Renaissance and Modern Theories

• Interest in Atlantis resurfaced during the Renaissance.
• Various modern theories about its location and origin.

Esoteric and Theosophical Views

• Root Races Concept:

  • Atlantis as the fourth root race.
  • Mission to develop planetary consciousness.

• Theosophical Descriptions:

  • Atlanteans described as giants with a third eye.
  • Helena Blavatsky called them the "race of the red man."

Esoteric Teachings and Accounts

• Edgar Cayce's Visions:
  • Detailed life in Atlantis, cataclysms causing its fall.
  • Destruction occurred due to misuse of technology.
  • Emigration to other parts of the world after disasters.

Hypotheses on Origin

• Galactic Influence:
  • Claims of extraterrestrial origins from the Pleiades and Anunnaki.
  • Atlantis as a blend of spiritual and technological advancements.

Decline of Atlantis

• Division among Atlanteans led to misuse of technology.
• Catastrophic event possibly caused by technology.
• Fall marked a period of darkness and loss of psychic abilities.

Advanced Technologies

• Life Force or Vril:

  • Atlanteans could manipulate life force for technology.

• Crystal Technology:

  • Use of great crystals to harness and transmit energy.
  • Potential connection to phenomena like the Bermuda Triangle.

Conclusion

• Speculation about Atlantis's self-destruction or natural cataclysm remains.
• Continues to intrigue with potential lessons on technological misuse and spiritual balance.