The Purposeful Universe: How Quantum Theory and Mayan Cosmology Explain the Origin and Evolution of Life

by Carl Johan Calleman

Identifying the Mayan World Tree with the central axis of the cosmos, the author shows how evolution is not random

• Shows how the evolution of the universe emanates from the cosmic Tree of Life

• Explains the origin and evolution of biological life and consciousness and how this is directed

Using recent findings within cosmology, coupled with his broad understanding of the Mayan Calendar, biologist Carl Johan Calleman offers a revolutionary and fully developed ­alternative to Darwin’s theory of biological evolution--and the theory of randomness that holds sway over modern science. He shows how the recently discovered central axis of the universe correlates with the Tree of Life of the ancients. This provides an entirely new context for physics in general and especially for the origin and evolution of life and suggests that we look upon ourselves as parts of a hierarchy of systems that are all interrelated and evolve in a synchronized way.

Calleman’s research demonstrates that life did not just accidentally “pop up” on our planet, but that Earth was a place specifically tagged for this. He demonstrates how the Mayan Calendar describes different quantum states of the Tree of Life and presents a new explanation for the origin and evolution of consciousness. Calleman uses his scientific background in biology and cosmology to show that the idea of the Purposeful Universe is real. He explains not only how DNA but also entire organisms have emerged in the image of the Tree of Life, a theory that has wide-ranging consequences not only for medicine but also for the origin of sacred geometry and the human soul. With this new theory of biological evolution the divide between science and religion disappears.

Genres: Spirituality

368 pages, Paperback

First published October 13, 2009

About the author

Carl Calleman earned his Ph.D. in Physical Biology from the University of Stockholm, where he was mentored by a Nobel Committee member.

In addition to being a Senior Environmental Researcher at The University of Washington /Seattle, he has served as a cancer expert for the World Health Organization. His articles have been quoted over 1500 times.

Calleman is recognized as the main proponent of the idea that the Mayan calendar reflects the evolution of consciousness. His three previous books on the subject include The Purposeful Universe (Inner Traditions, 2009), The Mayan Calendar and the Transformation of Consciousness (Inner Traditions, 2004), and Solving the Great Mystery of our Time (Garev, 2001).

Reviews

[Ron · Rating 4 out of 5]

Was a difficult read for me. I enjoyed it nonetheless and feel that the author presents one of the few unique interpretations of "what it's all about" and I do mean "all". It was good to read of a theory that permits science and religion to be friends, though I doubt that many scientists nor many "believers" would feel as comfortable with examining what they think/believe as Calleman appears to be. Merits second read in not too distant future.

[Lauren · Rating 3 out of 5]

Like all of Calleman's books, his premise is open to question, but so far I like it better than either Darwinian materialism or monotheistic creationism. This is his third book in which he spells out his Mayan-based cyclical view of the Universe, and in it he concentrates on how it could explain chemical and biological formation. Not so much for the non-science minded person.

[Camillo Loken · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book and also had to pleasure to meet Mr. Calleman at a talk he held in Oslo in the summer of 2010 :)

[Graham Bear · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent book full of mind blowing information.

[Graham Bear · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read this book . It is awesome.

[Richard Friedericks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Marvelous ideas to consider!