Vimana - No 05 - Juin 1969

Magazine Overview

Title: VIMANA
Issue Date: June 1969
Issue Number: 5
Publisher: C. E. R. E. I. C.

This issue of VIMANA, a French-language magazine focused on mysteries and the unexplained, delves into topics ranging from ancient civilizations and esoteric knowledge to historical enigmas and UFO sightings.

Editorial: The First Round Table of C.E.R.E.I.C.

The editorial section details the first "Round Table" organized by C.E.R.E.I.C. (Centre d'Études et de Recherches sur les Évènements et l'Information Cosmique) on Saturday, June 14th, at 9 PM in the "caveau" of the "Kronenbourg" bar in Nice. Despite being a rectangular table, the 24 participants tackled the subject of pyramids. The goal was to understand the motivations behind the construction of these monuments and their ultimate purpose, moving beyond mere intuition to explore deeper cognition.

About Pyramids

The article highlights the Great Pyramid of Cheops, noting its immense scale with base lengths of 227 meters and a horizontal leveling error of less than 1.5 cm, suggesting a sophisticated construction technique. The precise dating of its construction remains vague, ranging from 2,000 to 30,000 BC. The pyramid is described as a mother pyramid, radiating influence over 180 other identical monuments along the Nile. The text posits that the builders were not slaves but possessed advanced scientific knowledge, driven by a profound will or necessity. Whether originating from Atlantean knowledge or extraterrestrial influence, the pyramids are attributed to beings of great intellect and possibly stature. The pyramid's symbolic presence across the globe, similar to the swastika and ankh, suggests a universal significance. A connection is proposed between the ankh and pyramids, with pyramids potentially acting as wave emitters and the ankh as a scientific receiver, explaining why Egyptian dignitaries are often depicted with it. The idea of 'hollow' counterparts on a neighboring world, facilitating permanent cosmic exchanges, is also explored.

The text discusses the Falicon pyramid, a hollow tetrahedron described as an 'aimant' (magnet) in primitive Egyptian, suggesting pyramids signal cosmo-telluric conjunctions. The shape of these monuments is compared to a precise waveguide, referencing the work of Enel, Chaumery, and Bélizal in micro-vibrational radiesthesia. Tibetan instruments like the 'dorge' and 'vachera' are also mentioned as having similar functions. The article notes the existence of step pyramids in Egypt and South America, with the Saqqara pyramid being identical to the Tiahuanaco (Chucara) pyramid, prompting a call for comparative chemical analysis of their materials.

While direct reconstruction with ancient means is challenging, the article questions the exact purpose of these monuments: religious, scientific, or a 'time capsule'. It explores the hypothesis that the internal chambers of pyramids were designed to shield from cosmic radiation, similar to the isolation of R.A. parts in atomic piles. This isolation might have been intended to create a space free from stellar radiation, allowing enjoyment of telluric influences. The possibility of a transformed human psyche in such an environment is raised, citing a hypothetical Egyptian 'Blue Ray' used by priests 6,000 years ago to combat epidemics, suggesting a psychic energy basis. The power of human thought is emphasized, and cathedrals, with their ankh-shaped ground plans, are seen as analogous to pyramids in their function as 'magnets' connecting heaven and earth.

The text references Isha Schwaller de Lubzic's work, "Le Temple dans l'Homme," which links the macrocosm and microcosm, and notes that the cube, a symbol of Earth, contains six pyramids and a cross. It also mentions Dessens' work on creating rain clouds using 'Météotrons' on the Lanemezan plateau, suggesting a parallel with the potential function of large pyramids in generating local precipitation.

The article touches upon the idea of American efforts in the Libyan desert to create heated areas for 'ascendances' to generate precipitation, drawing a parallel to the role of the great pyramid. It references the 13th chapter of Genesis, which describes Egypt as once verdant and rich, contrasting with its present state.

Pyramids are presented as 'time capsules' of scientific and spiritual knowledge, potentially holding revelations about UFOs, as suggested by the Palenque monument. The porphyry sarcophagus in the King's Chamber is noted for its volume, matching that of Hiram's Ark of the Covenant, raising questions about its purpose and the mystery surrounding these sacred objects. The Ark is described as a 134 Mcs wave emitter, with its plans allegedly given to Moses by God.

Soviet scientists are cited as suggesting that dust pyramids follow the Earth's sidereal evolution, and that the pyramidal form is that of the cerebral cell. The Jivaro practice of preserving enemy heads in opposing pyramids is mentioned, along with a 'molecular radiation' emanating from a skull discovered by Gérard Couette, which becomes malevolent when its silver film is removed. The article notes the presence of pyramidal baptismal fonts and small pyramids in Templar churches.

The Sphinx is described as guarding sacred sanctuaries, refusing to reveal the secret of the 'Lumières' or the path to an underground city beneath Cheops. The possibility of exploring a vertical shaft or horizontal corridor beneath the monument is raised, with the destination unknown. A relief sculpture on a granite passage near the King's Chamber, resembling a horseshoe, is noted, with its graphic representation found on rocks in Brittany and as part of the Zamora sign.

The article questions whether pyramids are legacies of a superior civilization predating a great cataclysm or elements of an unknown civilization unrelated to current understanding. It poses a hypothetical scenario where only the Eiffel Tower and Empire State Building remain after a thermo-nuclear conflict, making it difficult for future archaeologists to comprehend their original purpose.

Last Minute Saucer: Spain

A report details a sighting on the night of September 8-9, 1968, over Madrid, where an unidentified object in the shape of a pyramid with three lights hovered for about sixty minutes. The object was pursued by a Spanish air force aircraft but was lost at 15,000 meters. The object was not detected by radars, and the article speculates this might be due to a U.S. Air Force/Navy directive (Janap 146) imposing heavy fines and prison sentences for divulging UFO observations from U.S. bases.

The Man in the Iron Mask

This section, presented as a conference by Guy Tarade and André Millou on June 28th, investigates the mystery of the 'Man in the Iron Mask'. The authors, having visited the cell on the Île Sainte-Marguerite, propose a fantastic hypothesis based on their research, which they believe will intrigue curious historians. While referencing official documents, they sought truth beyond orthodox archives, uncovering what they call the 'most incredible secret of French history' from the 17th century.

They suggest that Henry IV, Richelieu, Louis XIII, and Mazarin were guided by unknown superiors belonging to the most powerful secret society: the Rose Croix. The article traces the influence of Nicolas Barnaud, who in 1601 urged alchemists to serve the king with their gold and knowledge. In England, John Dee, Queen Elizabeth's magus, followed a similar path, with these secret funds financing a 'Grand Design' to establish a general government in Europe and a tribunal of nations. This idea fueled a powerful movement over two centuries to weaken the houses of Austria and Spain, the two military forces of the Papacy.

A key date identified is June 12, 1658, during a battle where the 'Grand Design' opposed Don Juan of Austria. On this day, Dunkirk fell, besieged by land and sea. Six thousand Puritan soldiers reinforced Turenne's army. Louis XIV, present at the siege, fell ill the next day and was taken to Calais, where he was near death on June 29th. The article claims that while prayers were offered for his recovery throughout France, the king was drugged and abducted.

The article asserts that those who have seen the 'Man in the Iron Mask' have come close to the truth, suggesting the prisoner was not a twin but the first Louis XIV. His brother, prepared in England for a political mission by unknown superiors, became the absolute ruler of France. The text quotes Amédée Renée's description of a young Louis XIV, showing submission to his mother and Mazarin, with no hint of his future dictatorial rule.

From 1658 to 1661, Louis XIV's powerful personality emerged, and at twenty-three, he took control of the government as a dictator. This transformation is presented as unexplained by historians. The precautions taken to hide the 'prisoner of Dunkirk' (a name Louvois used for the Man in the Iron Mask) from public curiosity indicate his importance. The article suggests that by disguising his name and title, Louvois created a trap that has fooled historians for three centuries. On November 19, 1703, the king's lieutenant, Du Junca, recorded the death of the masked prisoner as M. de Marchiel, with the register later showing Marchinly.

This cemetery is where the first King of France, who died at the Bastille, was buried. The cell was immediately scraped and repainted to remove inscriptions. The floor was also redone. At Sainte-Marguerite, a barber lost his life for reading what the masked man had written in his blood on a shirt. The article concludes by asking who the Man in the Iron Mask was: the King of France whose throne was usurped by his brother through a fantastic occult conspiracy, leaving historians to ponder the enigma of Dunkirk.

From the Mystery of the Pyramids to that of the Cathedrals (Conclusion)

The Secrets of Moses

The article questions the contents of the mysterious porphyry chest in the great pyramid, suggesting it was an instrument generating a powerful, dangerous energy that caused the downfall of a world and ravaged the exiles in the desert, who stored it in the Ark of the Covenant. It is speculated that the Hebrews intentionally allowed the Philistines to obtain this 'Pandora's Box' to decimate them.

This energy is what alchemists tried to harness from nature. The chest's rectangular shape is noted, similar to the Ark of the Alliance.

The concept of space is defined not only by an object's dimensions but also by its relative directions and surface curvatures, involving three dimensions: length, width, and height. The secret of hidden science lies in calculating the form of a three-dimensional object using the golden ratio within universal harmony. This calculation opens the door to a fourth dimension.

Poincaré's experiments are cited, showing that in three-dimensional space, volumes are proportional to the cube of lengths. This understanding is crucial for understanding how form and volume can act as a 'passport' for traveling to another dimension, especially when calculated using 'hermetic' geometry and mathematics. This knowledge, preserved since antiquity, relates the world of effects to the world of causes.

The illustration of Kabbalah and the Tarot, along with the advanced science of pre-Columbian architecture, are presented as supporting this principle of universal harmony.

The Hebrew alphabet, as used typographically, is attributed to Esdras and dates back to the 5th century BC, after the Babylonian captivity. Before that, Jews used older, modified alphabets considered magical by Western occultists for reproducing keys and mnemonic symbols, always comprising 22 letters.

The Esdras letters, representing the 'square Hebrew,' are initiatory, derived from a geometric figure calculated using the golden number. This figure is fundamental to initiation, a fact few researchers have recognized. The 'Dzem' writing, used by Arabs for the Quran, is also based on this hermetic graphic, with more fanciful characters. The Kabbalah, while not explicitly mentioning the graphic secrets of letters, reveals that the essence of gnosis relies on an alphabet of 22 letters. The 22 major arcana of the Tarot also provide access to the absolute of the fourth dimension through their mathematical combinations, governing universal harmony.

Initiation and 4th Dimension

The goal of various institutions is to help individuals perceive the parallel dimension hidden by the imperfection of their senses and lack of awakening to higher realities. The research of André Frischer and Louis Charpentier, building on insights from a mysterious master known as 'Fulcanelli,' suggests that Gothic cathedrals are places of communication between two worlds. The profound mysteries of Christianity coexist with esoteric knowledge within the flamboyant art of cathedrals, awaiting a future Einstein to formulate it.

The Philosopher's Stone

Fulcanelli's work is seen as specializing in alchemy, and the 'Great Work' might be more than just a trivial pursuit that amuses skeptics. The article suggests that Fulcanelli's work might be related to the Philosopher's Stone, hinting at a deeper, perhaps alchemical, specialization.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of VIMANA strongly emphasizes the interconnectedness of ancient mysteries, esoteric knowledge, and hidden histories. The magazine appears to adopt a stance that challenges conventional historical and scientific narratives, proposing alternative explanations rooted in occultism, ancient wisdom, and potential extraterrestrial influences. Key themes include the enigmatic nature of pyramids and cathedrals, the hidden history of powerful figures like Louis XIV, and the possibility of advanced ancient technologies and spiritual knowledge. The inclusion of UFO reports indicates a broad interest in unexplained phenomena. The editorial stance seems to be one of open inquiry into these mysteries, encouraging readers to question established beliefs and explore unconventional theories.

This issue of "Le Grand Secret" (The Great Secret), identified as issue number 10, delves into a confluence of ancient mysteries, alchemical pursuits, and modern UFO phenomena. The cover art, featuring a pyramid and a Gothic cathedral, sets the tone for an exploration of hidden knowledge and esoteric connections across different eras.

The Alchemical Quest and Ancient Structures

The magazine begins by discussing the laborious operations of alchemy, suggesting their ultimate goal is to guide the alchemist in manipulating living matter to achieve transformation. It posits that the 'philosopher's stone' is key to this process, creating a force field that transmutes metals and the alchemist's own being, granting them qualities beyond the laws of space and time.

A significant portion of the text draws parallels between Egyptian pyramids and Gothic cathedrals, positing the latter as direct inheritors of the former's occult purpose. The Egyptian name for these monuments, 'Mer' (meaning magnet), is highlighted, suggesting they acted as terrestrial magnets connecting earth and sky. Ancient texts are cited, claiming that the efficacy of old churches stemmed from adepts secretly depositing a fragment of the 'philosopher's stone' in mysterious locations within the edifice. A legend is recounted about Guillaume de Paris, an adept, allegedly hiding a piece of the stone in a pillar of Notre Dame de Paris.

The issue also touches upon the theory that the Great Pyramid of Giza was constructed as an 'atomic pile' intended to protect against cosmic radiations, foster prosperity, or, conversely, be used for destructive purposes. It suggests that ancient Egyptians, like the Lemurians, were direct heirs of Atlantean knowledge.

The Fourth Dimension and Hyperspace

The concept of the 'fourth dimension' is explored as a potential key to understanding phenomena beyond current scientific grasp. It is presented not just as a mathematical abstraction but as a serious area of study, with references to mathematicians like Henri Poincaré and Saint Lagüe, and biologist Cyon. The geometer Reimann is quoted on the potential power of understanding this secret geometry, which could allow for instantaneous disappearance and reappearance.

The text links this concept to UFOs, suggesting that pilots of flying saucers might possess this secret geometry. The idea of 'hyperspace' is illustrated with examples from the Palais de la Découverture, where mathematicians depicted four-dimensional objects like hyper-cubes and hyper-pyramids. The article notes that contacts between the pyramid, the cathedral, and the fourth dimension may not be permanent.

Astronomical and Esoteric Cycles

Periods related to the fourth dimension are said to be determinable by traditional astrology and lunar revolution, with Isis, the Black Virgin, being the queen of the lunar world. The article mentions 205 dark-skinned statuettes in France, shrouded in mystery, which may symbolize this other 'mother dimension' of life. It is suggested that the Aztecs and Mayas calculated these periods using a magical calendar, and that ancient Templars possessed this knowledge of the 'hyperphysical' world.

The Templars' motto, "Notre-Dame was at the beginning of our Order, she will be at the end if God permits," is presented, questioning if 'Notre-Dame' refers to the Black Virgin. The article concludes this section by advocating for science as a conciliator between faith and dogma.

UFO Sightings and Theories

The latter part of the magazine focuses on reported UFO sightings and potential explanations.

Cylindrical UFO over Thailand

On March 14, 1969, an immense metallic cylinder, described as a large dark cigar, was observed by the crew and passengers of a U.S. Air Force KC-135 aircraft over Thailand. Colonel Robert M. Tirman, a medical officer, was the first to notice the object, which hovered vertically at an altitude of approximately 15,000 feet. The pilots described it as immense and metallic, and after circling it, it disappeared suddenly.

Other Cylindrical UFO Reports

Similar reports are mentioned, including one from June 1967 in South Vietnam, where military personnel at the Da-Nang base observed a silver cylindrical object that escaped interceptor jets. Another incident on July 8, 1968, involved ground observers and civilian pilots tracking a similar object over Warren, Ohio.

Ionized Air Theory

A physicist from NICAP is cited for a theory suggesting that UFO-related ignition failures in vehicles might be caused by highly ionized air surrounding the objects. This ionized air, he posits, could act as an excellent electrical conductor, affecting vehicle batteries, radios, and headlights. The brilliant halo often seen around UFOs is also attributed to this intense atmospheric ionization.

Police Pursuit of a Flying Disc

An account from October 10, 1969, describes the police chief of Westhope, North-Dakota, witnessing a disc-shaped object with a red luminous band and a green glow. A bright light beam emerged from the object, illuminating the road and the police car. The object hovered for about fifteen minutes before disappearing south at high speed.

UFO Formation over Arizona

On March 17, 1969, pilots Herman Slater and Ben Ripley observed about two dozen objects, described as white and opaque with a dark band, moving in an undulating manner over the Buckskin Mountains in Arizona. They were approximately three times the size of a car. Shortly after, another pilot and co-pilot observed a dozen metallic, oval-shaped objects flying northwest over the White Tank Mountains.

Spanish Airliner Followed by a UFO

On February 25, 1969, the crew of an Iberia Airlines flight from Palma de Majorque to mainland Spain observed a UFO emitting a powerful red light beam. The object followed the aircraft and then disappeared. The report notes that the object had already vanished by the time military radar was alerted.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the interconnectedness of ancient civilizations, esoteric knowledge (alchemy, mysticism, the fourth dimension), and unexplained aerial phenomena (UFOs). The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting various theories and eyewitness accounts without definitive conclusions, but with a clear leaning towards the idea that there are hidden truths and phenomena beyond conventional understanding. The emphasis on 'science' as a potential unifier of faith and dogma suggests a desire to bridge the gap between the spiritual and the material through rational investigation, even when dealing with seemingly inexplicable events.