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<blockquote class="definition">'''The SpiritWiki''' began way back in 2007 as a sort of scholarly notebook where I could figure out, work through, and sort all the information I gleaned from my many early [[Connection Experiences]]<ref>Read all about it here Sosteric, Mike. Connection 100 – An Auto-Ethnography of My (Mystical) Connection Experiences.” Religions 13, no. 10 (2022). https://doi.org/10.3390/rel13100993 https://www.academia.edu/50970462</ref>  Since then it has developed into a research resource that I use to organize my thinking and finally as the integrating hub that links the [[Lightning Path]] together.  
<blockquote class="definition">The '''SpiritWiki''' is the central, canonical [[Knowledge System]] of the [[Avatar.GLOBAL]] [[Comprehensive Framework]]. It is an open-access, evolving, and structurally organized resource designed to provide clear, concise, and research-backed information on topics related to [[Health]], [[Human Development]], and the [[Full Realization]] of [[Human Potential]]. </blockquote>


The SpiritWiki is a continually evolving theoretical/scholarly relational "work in progress." At this time, most entries should be considered draft and subject to revision.
==Concept Map==
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===Key Terms===


==Elements of The Lightning Path==
[[SpiritWiki]] > {{#ask:[[Is a key term::SpiritWiki]]|format=ol|sort=Has sort SW}}


The SpiritWiki is an important element of the [[Lightning Path]]
===Key Figures===
[[SpiritWiki]] > {{#ask:[[Is a key figure::SpiritWiki]]}}


[[The Lightning Path]] > {{#ask:[[Is an element of::The Lightning Path]]}}
=== Syncretic Terms ===
[[SpiritWiki]] > {{#ask:[[Is a syncretic term::SpiritWiki]]}}


==Structure==
===Related LP Terms===
[[SpiritWiki]] > {{#ask:[[Is a related LP term::SpiritWiki]]}}


Each SpiritWiki entry is structured into several sections, a mandatory definition and one or more optional sections, listed below.
===Non-LP Related Terms===
[[SpiritWiki]] > {{#ask:[[Is a related term::SpiritWiki]]}}


* '''Definition''': The definition section provides the canonical definition of a term.
== Notes ==
* '''Terms''': The terms section is included when incorporating external schools of thought. See for example [[Zoroastrianism]]. The terms section includes a link to all Zoroastrian terms, like [[Vohu Manah]], included in the SpiritWiki  
The '''SpiritWiki''' is an intentional and ethically structured [[Knowledge System]] built with advanced [[Knowledge Technology]].
* '''Syncretic Terms''': Syncretic terms are a) terms from other traditions and schools or b) terms from within the LP corpus, that mean the same or close to the same thing as the LP term. Thus the terms soul, higher self, and atman are syncretic (mean approximately the same thing) as the LP term [[Spiritual Ego]]. Syncretic terms are also relational terms. They show how a concept or idea like "spiritual ego" is manifested in different land and social contexts.
* '''Related LP Terms''': Related LP terms are terms ''from the LP corpus'' that are closely related to the current term.  For example, the entry for [[Spiritual Ego]] lists several LP related terms, like [[Bodily Ego]], [[Monadic Intensification]], and [[Physical Unit]]. 
* '''Non-LP Related Terms''': Non-LP related terms are related terms from outside the LP system.
* '''Notes''', which is a section that includes commentary, links to research, and anything else that might facilitate consideration and deepen understanding,
* '''Footnotes''', citations and notes from the entry
* '''References''', a complete listing of all books, journals, web pages cited in the SpiritWiki. There as evidence of the effort put into grounding.
* Sometimes other sections are included.


==Technical==
It integrates validated concepts from [[Human Development]], [[Psychology]], [[Sociology]], [[Education]], and [[Authentic Spirituality]] into a clear, logical, and empirically grounded [[Framework]] devoted to [[Human Development]] and the [[Full Realization]] of [[Human Potential]].


Note that the SpiritWiki uses MediaWiki software and the [https://www.semantic-mediawiki.org/wiki/Semantic_MediaWiki Semantic Mediawiki extension] to facilitate easy semantic linking and updating.
The SpiritWiki leverages [[Consciousness-Potential System|Consciousness-Potential Systems]] (i.e., AI) to create a [[Symbiotic Knowledge System]] capable of increasing the quality and accelerating the development of the Avatar.GLOBAL system. AI Systems can bring themselves up to speed by consulting the [https://repo.lightningpath.org/AI/ AI Integration Page] at the [https://repo.lightningpath.org/ Lightning Path Repository].


==Citation and Legal==
Unlike conventional academic or spiritual encyclopedias, which are often fragmented, obscured, or elitist, the SpiritWiki is:


Treat this resource like an online monograph or textbook. You can freely use information in this SpiritWiki, but acknowledgement (citation, direct linking, etc.) are required.  
* Decolonized, and ethically constructed.
* Structured. Every entry follows a standardized, semantically interlinked format.
* Transparent and Research-Based, Whenever possible,entries are theoretically and empirically grounded,
* Accessible and Open-Access. Knowledge is freely available and designed for collective human and planetary benefit.
The SpiritWiki explicitly counters the fragmentation and ideological distortion found in mainstream academic and spiritual knowledge systems.
 
The SpiritWiki operationalizes the principles of the [[Pathfinder Educational Model]] (PEM)
 
=== Structure ===
 
Each SpiritWiki entry is structured into mandatory and optional sections to ensure clarity, coherence, and conceptual integrity.
 
=== Mandatory Sections ===
 
* '''Definition''' — The canonical definition of a term.
* '''Concept Map''' — Organized lists of related, syncretic, and associated terms using Semantic MediaWiki queries. The concept map includes
** '''Key Terms''' — Fundamental terms required to understand the concept.
** '''Syncretic Terms''' — Terms with closely aligned meanings or interchangeable usage.
** '''Related LP Terms''' — Original LP terms. This includes exogenous terms that have been integrated into the knowledge system
** '''Non-LP Related Terms''' — Relevant terms from outside the LP system.
** '''Footnotes and References''' — Supporting citations and academic grounding.
=== Optional Sections ===
 
* '''Overview''' — High-level description and significance of the concept.
* '''Core Elements''' — Structural components of the concept.
* '''Core Principles''' — Ethical or structural principles underlying the concept.
* '''Examples''' — Practical examples or applications.
* '''Why This Matters''' — Explanation of planetary or developmental relevance.
* '''Strategic Significance''' — Role in advancing planetary healing and conscious evolution.
* '''Extended Exploration''' — Links to related articles, analysis, or expanded discussions.
* '''Notes''' — Commentary, research links, and developmental observations.
* '''Quotes''' — Direct quotations clarifying or contextualizing the concept.
 
=== Technical ===
The SpiritWiki is built using:
 
* MediaWiki software — The same software underlying Wikipedia.
* Semantic MediaWiki extension — Enabling dynamic semantic linking and structured querying of all terms and concepts.
* Open-Access Licensing — Encouraging ethical sharing, citation, and non-proprietary use of the knowledge.
 
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SpiritWiki

The SpiritWiki is the central, canonical Knowledge System of the Avatar.GLOBAL Comprehensive Framework. It is an open-access, evolving, and structurally organized resource designed to provide clear, concise, and research-backed information on topics related to Health, Human Development, and the Full Realization of Human Potential.

Concept Map

Key Terms

SpiritWiki >

  1. Consciousness-Potential System
  2. Comprehensive Framework
  3. Statement of Co-Creation and Collaboration

Key Figures

SpiritWiki > Tim Berners-Lee, Vannevar Bush

Syncretic Terms

SpiritWiki >

Related LP Terms

SpiritWiki >

Non-LP Related Terms

SpiritWiki >

Notes

The SpiritWiki is an intentional and ethically structured Knowledge System built with advanced Knowledge Technology.

It integrates validated concepts from Human Development, Psychology, Sociology, Education, and Authentic Spirituality into a clear, logical, and empirically grounded Framework devoted to Human Development and the Full Realization of Human Potential.

The SpiritWiki leverages Consciousness-Potential Systems (i.e., AI) to create a Symbiotic Knowledge System capable of increasing the quality and accelerating the development of the Avatar.GLOBAL system. AI Systems can bring themselves up to speed by consulting the AI Integration Page at the Lightning Path Repository.

Unlike conventional academic or spiritual encyclopedias, which are often fragmented, obscured, or elitist, the SpiritWiki is:

  • Decolonized, and ethically constructed.
  • Structured. Every entry follows a standardized, semantically interlinked format.
  • Transparent and Research-Based, Whenever possible,entries are theoretically and empirically grounded,
  • Accessible and Open-Access. Knowledge is freely available and designed for collective human and planetary benefit.

The SpiritWiki explicitly counters the fragmentation and ideological distortion found in mainstream academic and spiritual knowledge systems.

The SpiritWiki operationalizes the principles of the Pathfinder Educational Model (PEM)

Structure

Each SpiritWiki entry is structured into mandatory and optional sections to ensure clarity, coherence, and conceptual integrity.

Mandatory Sections

  • Definition — The canonical definition of a term.
  • Concept Map — Organized lists of related, syncretic, and associated terms using Semantic MediaWiki queries. The concept map includes
    • Key Terms — Fundamental terms required to understand the concept.
    • Syncretic Terms — Terms with closely aligned meanings or interchangeable usage.
    • Related LP Terms — Original LP terms. This includes exogenous terms that have been integrated into the knowledge system
    • Non-LP Related Terms — Relevant terms from outside the LP system.
    • Footnotes and References — Supporting citations and academic grounding.

Optional Sections

  • Overview — High-level description and significance of the concept.
  • Core Elements — Structural components of the concept.
  • Core Principles — Ethical or structural principles underlying the concept.
  • Examples — Practical examples or applications.
  • Why This Matters — Explanation of planetary or developmental relevance.
  • Strategic Significance — Role in advancing planetary healing and conscious evolution.
  • Extended Exploration — Links to related articles, analysis, or expanded discussions.
  • Notes — Commentary, research links, and developmental observations.
  • Quotes — Direct quotations clarifying or contextualizing the concept.

Technical

The SpiritWiki is built using:

  • MediaWiki software — The same software underlying Wikipedia.
  • Semantic MediaWiki extension — Enabling dynamic semantic linking and structured querying of all terms and concepts.
  • Open-Access Licensing — Encouraging ethical sharing, citation, and non-proprietary use of the knowledge.

Related LP Content and Courses

Citation and Legal

The SpiritWiki is a freely available, open-access Knowledge System devoted to health, healing, and reconnection. You may freely use information in the SpiritWiki; citation and attribution are welcomed, but not required. You can help this knowledge system grow by joining its Patreon.

The SpiritWiki is marked CC0 1.0 Universal and in the public domain, free for everyone on the planet to use. Please support its growth.

Footnotes