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Wednesday, October 23, 2024

From Patanjali to Physics

David Ash’s Vortex Theory

In the vast tapestry of existence, where does the thread of reality truly begin? Is the world we perceive a solid, immutable foundation, or a grand illusion born from the ceaseless motion of energy? These questions have echoed through the corridors of human inquiry for millennia, from the ancient halls of yogic wisdom to the cutting-edge laboratories of modern physics. At the intersection of these realms stands David Ash’s Vortex Theory—a bold re-imagining of the universe’s fundamental nature that bridges the chasm between spiritual insight and scientific discovery.

As we delve into the intricate world of vortex theory, we embark on a journey that challenges our most basic assumptions about reality, matter, and consciousness. 

The Genesis of Vortex Theory

David Ash’s journey into the heart of reality began with an unexpected encounter. William W. Atkinson, writing under the pseudonym Yogi Ramacharaka, published “The Advanced Course in Yogic Philosophy” in 1904, which Ash read sixty years later. This century-old text would become the catalyst for a revolutionary theory that challenges our most basic assumptions about the material world.

With this book, Ash began to formulate his vortex theory. The text gave Ash a clue as to how energy forms matter, presenting matter as a form of energy an entire year before Einstein published his famous equation E=mc², which established energy and matter as essentially interchangeable. Ash interpreted this to be evidence that the ancient science of the yogis knew about the equivalence of matter and energy long before Einstein expressed it in his now famous equation.

The yogic science that influenced Ash claimed that energy forms into matter through the action of the vortex. Intrigued by this concept, Ash began to pursue the vortex theory from that point on, looking deeper into both ancient wisdom and modern physics to unravel the mysteries of existence.

This initial spark of inspiration set Ash on a path of rigorous inquiry, combining the intuitive wisdom of ancient yogic traditions with the analytical precision of modern scientific methods. His approach exemplifies the potential for cross-disciplinary research to yield profound insights into the nature of reality.

From Ancient Wisdom to Modern Physics

Ash’s Vortex Theory posits a universe where motion, not materiality, forms the bedrock of reality. This paradigm re-imagines the smallest particles of matter as vortices of energy, swirling, dynamic entities that create the illusion of solid form. This concept resonates deeply with ancient yogic teachings, which long held that the material world is maya, a veil of illusion obscuring the true nature of reality.

As he developed his theory, Ash noticed that both the ancient yogis and the modern quantum physicists seemed to agree on an underlying universal mind or consciousness that permeates all existence. This striking parallel between ancient philosophy and cutting-edge science further reinforced Ash’s belief in the fundamental interconnectedness of all things.

“The yogic science of the ancients recognized that energy transforms into matter through the action of the vortex.” (David Ash)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjeQADkytDA&t=7s

This insight into the relationship between energy and matter forms the cornerstone of Vortex Theory. By proposing that subatomic particles are essentially vortices of energy, Ash offers an elegant explanation for phenomena that have long puzzled scientists, such as wave-particle duality and the nature of mass and inertia.

The implications of this perspective are profound. If matter is indeed a manifestation of energy vortices, it suggests that the solid world we perceive is more akin to a dynamic dance of energy than a collection of discrete, material objects. This view aligns closely with both ancient spiritual teachings and the most advanced theories in modern physics, offering a unifying framework that bridges millennia of human thought.

Corroboration and Prediction

Ash’s journey was not a solitary one. His father, Michael Ash, played a crucial role in helping him test his vortex theory and corroborate it with contemporary scientific discoveries. This collaborative effort allowed Ash to refine his ideas and align them with emerging scientific evidence, demonstrating the importance of interdisciplinary cooperation in advancing our understanding of the universe.

Observational astronomy would later confirm the predictive power of Ash’s theory, marking a remarkable turn of events. In 1990, professor of physics Saul Perlmutter reported that his observation of exploding supernovas suggested that the universe was expanding at an accelerating rate. David Ash’s vortex theory actually predicted this discovery, which went against the scientific establishment’s mistaken assumption that the universe was expanding at a uniform rate, two years prior to Perlmutter’s confirmation.

Ash’s vortex theory also predicted a polar opposite to gravity. He understood that vortex energy could cause galaxies distant from Earth to accelerate faster away from Earth than those closer to Earth. This insight aligns perfectly with the observed phenomenon of cosmic acceleration, providing further validation for Ash’s work.

The predictive success of Vortex Theory underscores its potential as a powerful explanatory framework. Ash’s work demonstrates the highly valued predictive power in scientific theories by accurately anticipating yet-to-be-observed phenomena. This success not only lends credibility to Vortex Theory but also highlights the potential for alternative perspectives to yield valuable insights in scientific inquiry.

The Simplicity and Elegance of a Vortex Theory

Regardless of the theory’s or theorist’s obscurity, science generally takes seriously any theory that can predict future observations. In this light, Ash’s vortex theory gains significant credibility not only for its predictive power but also for its elegance and simplicity.

Ash’s vortex theory successfully explained the hidden nature of potential energy in matter. Moreover, his vortex theory is simple and explains many phenomena plainly without the need for assumptions, whereas many modern scientific theories are a composite of speculations built upon more speculations. This economy of ideas is generally a hallmark of a beneficial theory, lending further weight to Ash’s proposed model of reality.

The simplicity of vortex theory stands in stark contrast to the increasingly complex models often proposed in modern physics. Scientific discourse generally prefers theories that can explain a wide range of phenomena with minimal assumptions, even though complexity is not inherently problematic. Ash’s work exemplifies this principle, offering a unified explanation for various physical phenomena without resorting to elaborate constructs or multiple overlapping theories.

The Vortex in History

The concept of vortices in scientific theory is not entirely new. In the 19th century, Lord Kelvin (1824–1907), who pioneered thermodynamics, did not accept the common notion at the time that atoms were solid particles. He famously declared that “Lucretius’ atom does not explain any of the properties of matter.”

Hermann Helmholtz (1821–1894), who held the belief that atoms were vortices in the ether, influenced Kelvin. Lord Kelvin’s support for the vortex atom made the idea quite popular in the latter half of the nineteenth century. James Clerk Maxwell was another scientist who supported the vortex atom idea.

However, the idea of the vortex atom eventually lost favor with the abandonment of the luminiferous ether theory. It would take nearly a century for the concept to resurface in a new form through Ash’s work.

This historical context is crucial for understanding the cyclical nature of scientific thought. Ideas that once fell out of favor can resurface in new forms informed by advances in knowledge and technology. Ash’s revival and re-imagining of vortex concepts showcases the ability to refine ancient ideas in the context of modern discoveries, potentially yielding breakthrough insights.

Yogic Wisdom and Subatomic Insights

The Advanced Course in Yogic Philosophy, the yoga philosophy book that initially inspired Ash, asserted that matter (akasha) concealed pranic energy in the form of vortices. To understand this concept fully, it’s essential to define some key terms:

  • Prana: The life force or vital energy that permeates all existence.
  • Vortex: A whirling mass of fluid or air that sucks everything near it toward its center.
  • Vritta: The book referred to these vortices as “vritta,” which can be translated as “whirlpool” or “circular motion.”

Ash realized that the vortex energy described in this text referred not to the atom but to subatomic particles. This insight led him to a profound realization: yogis had been using supernormal “siddhis” to mentally penetrate and understand matter for many hundreds (if not thousands) of years.

Patanjali’s “Yoga Sutras” documented these explorations as far back as 400 B.C.E. In the “Yoga Sutras,” Patanjali discusses the practice of “anima siddhi,” in which one’s consciousness shrinks to the size of the atomic and subatomic worlds. Through these distinct meditation practices, the ancient yogis apparently gained direct perception of the atomic and subatomic worlds, long before the advent of modern scientific instruments.

This connection between ancient yogic practices and modern subatomic theory raises intriguing questions about the nature of consciousness and its role in understanding the physical world. The ability of yogis to perceive subatomic structures through meditation suggests a deeper link between consciousness and the fundamental fabric of reality than modern science typically acknowledges.

The Nature of Vortices

As Ash delved deeper into his research, he discovered that not all vortexes possess polarity and that there are numerous types of vortexes, including three-dimensional spirals. He realized that spherical vortexes could form without poles, an insight that came to him when he saw a fellow student wind wool into a ball.

Based on this observation, Ash proposed that spherical vortices could form corpuscles without discernible poles if the axis of spin continually changed orientation. If these vortices oscillated at the speed of light, their spin poles would fluctuate too quickly for measurement. This led him to propose the existence of a subatomic particle that he described as a “quantum vortex,” which afforded quantum spin.

Ash believed his concept of the spherical vortex was more accurate in explaining observed scientific phenomena in the subatomic world than Kelvin’s original “vortex ring” theory. He proposed the vortex as the “fundamental 3D form of energy that conferred three dimensions onto matter.” According to Ash, the spherical vortex (which lends itself to the three-dimensional nature of physical reality) forms as the result of an emergent spiral constantly changing its axis of spin.

This conceptualization of subatomic particles as dynamic vortices rather than static point-like entities offers a novel approach to understanding quantum phenomena. It potentially provides a more intuitive explanation for quantum behaviors that have long puzzled physicists, such as wave-particle duality and quantum entanglement.

Inertia, Mass and the Vortex

One of the most significant contributions of Ash’s theory is its novel explanation of inertia and mass. Inertia, defined as an object’s resistance to change in its state of motion, has long been a fundamental concept in physics. Ash explained inertia by proposing that a spherical vortex would naturally resist movement of the vortex in any direction due to its simultaneous spin in all directions.

Furthermore, he defined mass as the quantity of vortex energy in a particle of matter. Essentially, Ash used spin to account for mass, stating that “the spin of electrons and their motion in orbits contributes to the inertia of matter.” While Einstein’s famous equation also uses inertia in its equating of matter with energy, Ash’s vortex theory explains how energy transforms into matter more simply and eloquently.

The vortex theory more eloquently explains how the illusion of solid materiality appears as the result of spin (energy). This perspective challenges our conventional understanding of reality and aligns more closely with ancient philosophical concepts of maya, or illusion.

By reframing mass and inertia in terms of vortex dynamics, Ash’s theory offers a fresh perspective on some of the most fundamental concepts in physics. This approach not only provides an alternative explanation for these properties but also suggests new avenues for research in particle physics and cosmology.

Challenging Scientific Materialism

Ancient Greek philosophers like Democritus (470–360 B.C.E.) established the dominance of scientific materialism in modern thought. Democritus proposed that matter in reality consists of atoms occupying empty space. He also denied the existence of a soul or spirit, laying the groundwork for the philosophy of scientific materialism, which later predominated the opinions of the larger scientific community.

The belief in scientific materialism holds that matter forms the fundamental reality and that this material reality serves as the basis for all related processes. However, the ancient Vedic philosophy views this belief in material reality as a delusion stemming from “maya,” the illusion of forms the material world presents.

Ash’s work represents a significant challenge to this materialist paradigm. He realized that the basis of the universe is motion, not materiality. This perspective aligns more closely with ancient wisdom traditions and offers a bridge between spiritual philosophy and modern physics.

Vortex Theory and Quantum Reality

In the quantum realm, Ash’s theory takes on new significance. The concept of a spherical vortex—simultaneously spinning in all directions—provides a novel framework for understanding quantum behavior. This model potentially resolves paradoxes that have long plagued quantum physics, offering a more intuitive grasp of the subatomic world without resorting to abstract mathematical constructs.

Moreover, vortex theory aligns with emerging research in high-energy physics. Experiments with cosmic rays and particle accelerators increasingly support the notion that mass is a form of arrested motion—a perspective that dovetails perfectly with Ash’s vision of a universe founded on dynamic energy rather than static matter.

The implications of vortex theory for quantum physics are far-reaching. By providing a more intuitive model for quantum phenomena, it may help bridge the gap between quantum and classical physics, potentially leading to a more unified understanding of the physical world across all scales.

David Ash’s Vortex Theory initiated a journey of discovery that is far from over. As we move forward, it will be crucial to continue testing and refining these ideas, always remaining open to new evidence and perspectives. Whether Vortex Theory ultimately proves to be a fundamental description of reality or a stepping stone to even deeper insights, its contribution to our understanding of the universe is undeniable. It reminds us that the pursuit of knowledge is an ongoing process, one that requires us to constantly question our assumptions and remain open to revolutionary ideas, no matter their source.

Sources

Ash, D. (1995). The New Science of the Spirit. College of Psychic Studies.

Ash, D. (1995). The Vortex Theory. Gateway Books.

https://subtle.energy/

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