Ask AI: What are the Akashic Records?

The Akashic Records are a concept originating in theosophy, a philosophical system developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They are believed to be a sort of cosmic library, containing the knowledge of every thought, emotion, event, and experience that has ever occurred in the universe, past, present, and future. The term "Akasha" is derived from Sanskrit, meaning "aether" or "sky," and denotes a transcendent space that stores this vast reservoir of information. According to theosophists and some spiritual practitioners, the Akashic Records can be accessed through meditation, intuition, or psychic abilities, allowing individuals to gain insight into their past lives, receive guidance from higher beings, or even discover their life purpose. It is important to note that the concept of the Akashic Records remains in the realm of metaphysics, spirituality, and esotericism, and is not supported by scientific evidence.