20. How can one assess his level of consciousness and perceive this consciousness within his self?

Being sincere with the self, admitting its negativities, and working on eliminating them is the best way for the development of consciousness therein. Because such a way is a personal experiment related to each individual, noting that the level of consciousness cannot be determined except by consciousness itself. Knowing that consciousness is not measured by what we are conscious of, so far, but by what we have not become conscious of yet. However, one’s consciousness can be still compared to those who are more conscious and have a deeper experience. It is worth noting that our book “Know your Consciousness” thoroughly detailed the prerequisites of consciousness in page 70, and presented in pages 115 and 116 a set of questions to assess and straighten the level of self consciousness.

19. Why is the Esoteric path considered as the shortest path towards self-knowledge and self-realization?

The Esoteric path is a practical, applicable and pragmatic path which accepts no theorization or philosophy as a methodology. Because on that path, one is at the same time the experimenter and the tools of the experiment. Our book “A Dialogue with the Wise Masters on the Esoterique” on page 54 clarifies saying: “The Esoteric path is the shortest path which unifies all paths… for it takes the adherent from his very depths to encompassing everything else later on.”

18. The Esoteric says that individual freedom is a sacred right which must not be violated, but is everyone who enjoys this freedom a conscious man?

The Esoteric sciences thoroughly explain the concept of freedom in its book entitled “Lectures on the Esoterique – Part III” especially in page 34. For freedom is a sacred right for every human being, however the extent of that freedom ever depends on his level of consciousness. Because freedom and consciousness are coupled, inseparable, and both unachievable without responsibility. As much as the consciousness expands, the circle of freedom follows.

17. Is it possible to achieve everlasting happiness through applying the Esoteric knowledge and teachings?

The Esoteric science confirms that happiness is not a physical aim sought by man. Because happiness is the feeling one gets in every step made towards a target that he had set for himself and laid a practical plan to achieve it. This is emphasized in the Esoteric book “A Man’s return to Earth to Convey a Message” page 65. “The Esoteric sciences are distinguished by being practical sciences that help the individual set successive goals during his progress on the path of consciousness, and hence the aspirant lives in incomparable happiness while heading towards his goals.