Third Eye and Intuition: A Bridge Between the Seen and the Unseen

Third Eye & Intuition: Science, Myths, Chakras and Ancient Wisdom

The “Third Eye” and the gift of intuition have been among the most fascinating topics throughout history. Although it seems mystical, the concept has permeated our most intimate spaces. Today, let’s dive deeper into the science, myths, steps, and everything related to it. The fascination exists because the Third Eye serves as a bridge between the seen and the unseen worlds.

In a physical sense, its resting point is said to be the pineal gland, the seat of elevated consciousness. If you were to pierce a wire through the middle of the head and exit through the forehead, the midpoint would be the pineal gland. It is minute, similar to a raisin. While it is prominent when we are children, it is often pushed backward and calcified as we grow older.

Cultural and Scriptural References of the Third Eye

The Third Eye is referenced across multiple cultures. In Hindu and Buddhist traditions, it is called the Ajna Chakra, the sixth of the seven major chakras that govern our energy system. It is the center for intuition, inner vision, wisdom, emotional balance, and psychic perception.

If you look closely, you will find this “eye” referenced worldwide:

Ancient Egypt: The Eye of Horus.
The Vatican: The “Pigna” (pinecone) statue in the Vatican City museum. It is not merely a pinecone surrounded by peacocks; it signifies the Third Eye and the ability to see in multiple dimensions—a concept decoded by Sri Rishi Avirbhava Guru Poornadvaithi, a master decodist of dimensional realms.
The Bible: In Genesis 32:30, Jacob wrestles with an angel at a place he calls “Peniel,” stating, “I have seen God face to face, and my life is preserved.”While many confuse this for a literal physical location, it refers to the physical seat where the divine presence begins. Once the pineal gland is activated, there is no looking back.

Third Eye References in Scriptures

Modern literature and media also imbibe this symbolism. J.R.R. Tolkien’s “Eye of Sauron” in The Lord of the Rings is an ultimate example of the “anti-Third Eye”—what happens when this power is blocked or corrupted.

In Sanatana Dharma, we revere the Third Eye of Shiva, representing the unlimited potential within each of us. However, when used for the wrong reasons, it possesses the power of destruction. Used with greed, like the Eye of Sauron, it becomes a weapon of control. Unlike the spiritual eye which draws us inward, the “shadow eye” forces us outward, replacing light and clarity with confusion.

This is why, in Sanatana, these powerful tools are hidden in plain sight, revealed only to the right student with the right intentions. The opening of the Anahata (Heart) Chakra is primordial; one must think from the spiritual heart first.

My Journey and the Rishikula

While traditional Gurukulas may not be an option for everyone today, Rishikulahelped me understand the depth of the Third Eye, intuition, visions, and dreams. Through the Saptha Rishi Marga, I have been guided to heal generational and past-life karmas. Having been gifted with the “power of sight,” I feel compelled to share its essence.

Third Eye in Movies

Netflix’s Behind Her Eyes: Shows the negative effects of the Third Eye when handled without the guidance of a right teacher.
The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar: Starring Benedict Cumberbatch, this film depicts a person who uses this power for the welfare of all under proper guidance.

As the famous Spider-Man line goes, “With great power comes great responsibility.”Whether used by children in Divya Drishti programs to navigate life or by adults for healing, it must be used cleanly. In the Saptha Rishi Marga, we believe that misused practices will eventually be blocked, but genuine interest for the welfare of others will be addressed.

The Path of the Sadhaka

The Third Eye is not a physical eye like those seen in movies about Shiva; it represents an internal ability to see. If you close your eyes and imagine a door opening, which “eye” allows you to see that image?

At Avirbhava Sri Rishi’s School of Mystic Arts (S.O.M.A.), I learned how Rishis have used the Third Eye for eons—from seeing the growth of an embryo to Sanjaya perceiving the entire Mahabharata war from a distance. The first step for a Sadhakawas the Upanayana. Upa means temporary and Nayana means eye; it was a temporary opening of the eyes by a Guru before entering the Gurukul. This has often been misinterpreted as a process for only one sect of people, but these nuances are now being handed down by the Saptha Rishis at the dawn of the Sathya Yuga.

Opening the eye permanently is not an “instant” process like making noodles. It requires effort, varies based on previous karma, and should always be done under the guidance of a teacher to ensure a smooth journey.

This is merely an introduction. In future installments, I shall delve deeper into the steps for activation and its exclusive benefits.