Human Design Academy by Ra Uru Hu: Global Cycles - Cross of Planning (1615-2027): Human Design Academy by Ra Uru Hu: Bardo

Human Design Academy by Ra Uru Hu: Bardo - Commentary with Ra Uru Hu

Bardo - Commentary with Ra Uru Hu in the Human Design System

Introduction The Human Design System, as articulated by Ra Uru Hu, is an intricate synthesis of ancient and modern sciences designed to illuminate the mechanics of human life. Among its many profound aspects, one of the least discussed yet deeply significant is the concept of "Bardo"—the transitional space between life and death. In his commentary on Bardo, Ra Uru Hu provided profound insights into the process of death, the mechanics of the Design Crystal, and the nature of consciousness as it transitions beyond the body.

This article explores Ra Uru Hu's teachings on Bardo, shedding light on its implications for human awareness, the deconditioning process, and the continued journey of the soul.

Understanding Bardo in the Human Design System Bardo, in spiritual traditions such as Tibetan Buddhism, refers to the intermediate state between death and rebirth. Ra Uru Hu, however, framed Bardo within the mechanics of Human Design, emphasizing the movement of the Design Crystal and the Personality Crystal after the dissolution of the body.

According to Ra, every human being is born with two fundamental crystalline structures:

The Design Crystal – Anchored in the body, responsible for form and biological intelligence.
The Personality Crystal – The aspect of consciousness that gives individuals their sense of self and awareness.

Upon death, these two components separate. The Design Crystal returns to the planetary pool, while the Personality Crystal continues its trajectory, moving through the Bardo until it is reassigned to a new incarnation. Ra Uru Hu described this process as a systematic movement rather than a mystical occurrence, emphasizing that it follows a mechanical, structured path.

The Mechanics of Death and Transition Ra Uru Hu explained that the moment of death is not a sudden extinguishing of awareness but rather a shift in energetic presence. The Personality Crystal, which houses self-awareness, disengages from the body's physical limitations and enters a transitional phase. Here, it remains in a state of waiting, neither embodied nor entirely free.

Key aspects of the transition include:

The Dissolution of the Vehicle: The body ceases to function, allowing the Design Crystal to return to the vast planetary consciousness field.
The Waiting Zone: The Personality Crystal exists in a non-physical plane, where it is neither in control nor in direct experience of time as known in the material world.
Reassignment: Eventually, the Personality Crystal finds a new vehicle, entering a new life cycle through the mechanics of birth.

Ra emphasized that death is not an end, but rather a transition governed by natural laws that dictate the movement of consciousness through time and space.

The Role of Awareness in the Death Process A significant part of Ra Uru Hu’s teachings on Bardo focused on the role of awareness. He suggested that individuals who have lived in alignment with their Strategy and Authority experience a more fluid and conscious transition, while those who have been heavily conditioned by external forces may struggle with detachment and fear.

Some key takeaways about awareness in the Bardo process include:

The Illusion of the Mind: The mind is deeply tied to the physical experience. Once the body dissolves, what remains is pure awareness, stripped of its cognitive structures.
The Experience of Deconditioning: Those who have actively followed their Strategy and Authority may find death to be a more peaceful passage, as they have already loosened their identification with mental constructs.
Clarity in Death: Living in accordance with one’s Design ensures that the transition is not fraught with resistance or attachment but is instead a natural release into the next stage of the journey.

Implications for Human Life Ra Uru Hu often spoke of death as an extension of life itself. His insights into Bardo have several practical implications for those living within the framework of Human Design:

Living in Alignment: The more individuals follow their Strategy and Authority, the more they prepare for a smooth transition at death.
Releasing Fear: Understanding the mechanics of death can alleviate existential fears, allowing people to live more fully in the present.
Recognizing the Illusion of Permanence: The realization that consciousness moves in a cycle removes the anxiety around the unknown and brings deeper acceptance of life’s transient nature.

Conclusion Ra Uru Hu’s commentary on Bardo presents a profound understanding of the death process, offering clarity on what happens when we transition beyond the physical form. By acknowledging the structured mechanics of the Design and Personality Crystals, we gain a new perspective on death—not as an end, but as a necessary shift in the movement of consciousness.

For those who follow the Human Design System, embracing the reality of Bardo can lead to a life of greater authenticity, awareness, and peace. Ultimately, understanding death through the lens of Human Design is an invitation to live more consciously, preparing for the inevitable transition with clarity and trust in the mechanics of existence.