Also spelled Sambhala, Schambhala, etc. this is a Sanskrit name of an ancient, mythic city with a highly-advanced (spiritually, ethically, scientifically, etc.) civilization. In some traditions the ultimate spiritual leader will come from this city. Metaphorically, Shambhala is your higher self. When you choose to dwell there (that is, let all your actions and choices come from your higher self) you can become your own avatar.
Readers, please enjoy this guest blog post by Devin Hunter, author of a number of books, including Modern Witch, Crystal Magic for the Modern Witch, and the new Houseplant HortOCCULTure.
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