Thank You for Being a Part of CPAK 2024!
We want to extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who joined us for CPAK 2024, both in person and virtually. Your enthusiasm, curiosity, and participation made this event truly special. Your support have been invaluable, and we are thrilled to have shared this enlightening experience with you.
We’re currently working on enhancing the recordings for your enjoyment, and they will be available soon. Thank you again for your continued support, and we look forward to welcoming you back at future events!
With gratitude,
The CPAK Team
ANANDA VILLAGE
E X P A N D I N G L I G H T R E T R E A T
• October 18-19, Nevada City, CA •
Most history books still teach that about 5000 years ago, mankind was a primitive hunter-gatherer incapable of complex thought.
Under this paradigm, megalithic structures were built for sacrificial purposes, to deify a ruler, or to help a society ignorant of the seasons know when to plant its crops.
Mankind was thought to be a brutish sort stuck in survival mode, capable of little more than primitive speech, certainly incapable of writing, which was deemed to be a requirement for building large structures and cities.
But in the last few decades, and with new technology, explorers, and archaeologists began to find megalithic sites on a global scale and signs of large civilizations under the jungles, things that required math and engineering to build. Many date to a time long before any writing was invented. Our Darwinian minds always thought that whatever came before us must be more primitive but maybe we were wrong.
The myth and folklore of ancestral people from ancient Greece, Persia, India and elsewhere give us a far different story. They spoke of a time when mankind walked with the gods and lived in harmony with nature on a pristine Earth.
Their stories repeatedly whisper of a long-lost Golden Age and a celestial-driven cycle where the rise and fall of the ages flowed like seasons. Most of all, they speak with reverence about the stars and our connection with the heavens.
It has recently been discovered that most megalithic structures (cairns, tombs, henges, etc. around the globe) are astronomically aligned, or positioned to mark the solstices and cardinal points.
Huge stones are one of the few things that still stand after several thousand years, and these structures suggest a worldwide civilization attuned to the heavens – one that might point the way to a better civilization today.
Most history books still teach that about 5000 years ago, mankind was a primitive hunter-gatherer incapable of complex thought.
Under this paradigm, megalithic structures were built for sacrificial purposes, to deify a ruler, or to help a society ignorant of the seasons know when to plant its crops. Mankind was thought to be a brutish sort stuck in survival mode, capable of little more than primitive speech, certainly incapable of writing, which was deemed to be a requirement for building large structures and cities. But in the last few decades, and with new technology, explorers, and archaeologists began to find megalithic sites on a global scale and signs of large civilizations under the jungles, things that required math and engineering to build. Many date to a time long before any writing was invented. Our Darwinian minds always thought that whatever came before us must be more primitive but maybe we were wrong.
The myth and folklore of ancestral people from ancient Greece, Persia, India and elsewhere give us a far different story. They spoke of a time when mankind walked with the gods and lived in harmony with nature on a pristine Earth. Their stories repeatedly whisper of a long-lost Golden Age and a celestial-driven cycle where the rise and fall of the ages flowed like seasons. Most of all, they speak with reverence about the stars and our connection with the heavens. It has recently been discovered that most megalithic structures (cairns, tombs, henges, etc. around the globe) are astronomically aligned, or positioned to mark the solstices and cardinal points. Huge stones are one of the few things that still stand after several thousand years, and these structures suggest a worldwide civilization attuned to the heavens – one that might point the way to a better civilization today.
CPAK 2024
SPEAKERS
Dr. Robert Schoch
Director of the Institute for the Study of the Origins of Civilization, Boston University, College of General Studies; Geologist and Author
TOPIC: The End of a Golden Age, 12,000 years ago, and Its Relevance Today
Dr. Robert Schoch is a distinguished geologist, known for his groundbreaking work studying ancient civilizations from a physical science and anthropological perspective. After pursuing geology, anthropology, and archaeology at George Washington University, Schoch earned his Ph.D. in Geology and Geophysics from Yale University in 1983.
Schoch’s research challenges conventional chronologies and interpretations of ancient history, particularly regarding our understanding of the development of civilization. In the early 1990s, Schoch (at the instigation of the late John Anthony West) demonstrated that the Great Sphinx of Egypt has been heavily eroded by water even though its location on the edge of the Sahara has endured hyper-arid climactic conditions for the past 5,000 years. Based on the evidence, Schoch concludes that the origins of the Great Sphinx, and thus true civilization, date back to the end of the last ice age, around 10,000 BCE. (Schoch notes that the head is a dynastic re-carving; the original head was that of a lioness.) An older Sphinx and its associated structures provide evidence of high culture and true civilization six millennia prior to the standard dating of the supposed earliest civilizations. Excavation of the 12,000-year-old megalithic complex of Göbekli Tepe in Turkey has confirmed Schoch’s assertions.
Schoch’s recent work has focused on the cataclysmic events that ended Earth’s last ice age, circa 9700 BCE, simultaneously decimating the high civilizations of the time. The overwhelming evidence drawn from varying disciplines, put forth in his book “Forgotten Civilization: New Discoveries on the Solar-Induced Dark Age” (revised and expanded, 2021), points to enormous solar outbursts as the cause.
Schoch has collaborated with his wife and author, Catherine (Katie) Ulissey, and artist Lisa M. Perkins, on a new publishing venture aimed at bringing the ancient mysteries to inquisitive children (ages 7 to 12+). The first book of the “Adriana and the Ancient Mysteries” series, “The Great Sphinx”, was released in America this summer (2024) following German (2021) and Italian (2022) editions. For information on Schoch’s books, see his website: www.robertschoch.com.
An active researcher, Schoch continues to explore the intersections of geology, archaeology, and ancient history, pushing the boundaries of our understanding of the human past.
Joseph Selbie
Author, Speaker, Researcher
TOPIC: Satya Yuga and Quantum Coherence
Joseph Selbie is one of the foremost exponents of the yugas, India’s tradition of cyclical history. The yugas provide context for ancient anomalies, such as Gobekli Tepe, Sanskrit, and the Great Pyramid, as well as for emerging trends, such as the current explosion of interest in experiential spirituality. His book, The Yugas, has sold worldwide and in numerous translations. Joseph’s studies span East and West; Greek history and archeology at U.C. Boulder and Indian history and philosophy at U.C. Berkeley. He has presented frequently at CPAK.
A polymath, Joseph is also known for creating bridges of understanding between the modern evidenced-based discoveries of science and the timeless experience-based discoveries of the mystics. He is the author of Break Through the Limits of the Brain, how neuroscience supports spiritual experience, The Physics of God, a unification of science and religion, and, coming out in the fall of 2024, The Physics of Miraculous Healing, an explanation for extraordinarily rapid physical healing.
Joseph has taught yoga, meditation, and universal experiential spirituality throughout the US and Europe. He has presented at numerous conferences and has appeared on many programs including: The Chopra Well with Deepak Chopra, Coast to Coast with George Noory, Gaia’s Open Minds with Regina Meredith, and Buddha at the Gas Pump with Rick Archer. Joseph appears with Elizabeth Rohm in the 2014 docudrama, Finding Happiness, which showcases Ananda Village, one of the most successful spiritual communities in the world. In 1975 Joseph became a founding member of Ananda, a worldwide spiritual movement inspired by the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi.
Freddy Silva
Best Selling Author and Leading Researcher
TOPIC: Transformers: The Sacred Science of Ancient Temples
Freddy Silva is a bestselling author, and leading researcher of ancient civilizations, restricted history, sacred sites and their interaction with consciousness. He is also the leading expert on crop circles. He has published nine books in six languages, and produced fourteen documentaries.
Described by one CEO as “perhaps the best metaphysical speaker in the world right now,” for two decades he has been an international keynote speaker, with notable appearances at the International Science and Consciousness Conference, the International Society For The Study Of Subtle Energies & Energy Medicine, and the Association for Research and Enlightenment, in addition to regular appearances on Gaia TV, History Channel, BBC, and radio shows such as Earth Ancients, Fade To Black and Coast To Coast.
He also leads sell-out tours to sacred sites worldwide.
Walter Cruttenden
Author, Director of the Binary Research Institute
TOPIC: As Above, So Below
Walter Cruttenden is an author and researcher working at the intersection of ancient wisdom, modern science, and human consciousness. His Binary Research Institute, based on the work of Sri Yukteswar, challenges the conventional paradigm of what caused the fall of many ancient civilizations, and why we have seen a rise in consciousness since the renaissance.
Cruttenden is the author of the book “Lost Star of Myth and Time,” and documentary, “The Great Year”, narrated by James Earl Jones, which looks at the evidence for a stellar companion and its likely influence on Earth’s ancient past and possible future.
Cruttenden shares his research and insights with audiences worldwide, inspiring others to question the prevailing narratives of history and to explore the deeper mysteries of the universe. His talks blend scientific inquiry with spiritual wisdom, offering a holistic perspective on the nature of reality and our interconnectedness with the cosmos.
In addition to his writing, Cruttenden also hosts the popular podcast “The Cosmic Influence,” where he interviews leading experts in the fields of astronomy, mythology, and consciousness. Through his work, Walter Cruttenden invites us to reconsider our place in the cosmos and embrace a broader understanding of reality.
Charlotte Moroz • MC
Doctoral Candidate in Mythological Studies – Mythology Consultant
TOPIC: Ancient cosmological wisdom of Anatolian cultures,” including astronomical, cyclical and lunar/solar science and wisdom traditions interwoven into various Anatolian cultures, some of which are living traditions and practices today
We are pleased to announce our MC for CPAK2024 is Charlotte Moroz, a scholar in comparative mythology with multiple papers on myths and megaliths and an up-and-coming writer/performer. An explorer of ancient sites, fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, and English, she is a dynamo of positive energy!
Check out her work here: pacifica.academia.edu
The ancient cosmological wisdom of Anatolian cultures is deeply rooted in their understanding of astronomy, cyclical patterns, and lunar/solar sciences. These traditions encompass a wide range of knowledge, from celestial observations to the integration of the cosmos into their spiritual and cultural practices.
Anatolian cultures, particularly those centered in regions like present-day Turkey, were early observers of the stars, planets, and their movements. Sites like Göbekli Tepe and Karahan Tepe are testaments to their advanced understanding of celestial cycles, dating back to at least 9600 BC. Interestingly, some of these practices have endured through millennia and are still alive in contemporary Anatolian cultures. Communities in this region continue to celebrate festivals and rituals that echo the ancient cyclical patterns, honoring the seasonal changes, the phases of the moon, and the solar journey, demonstrating a living connection to their ancestral cosmological knowledge.
Luke Caverns
American Anthropologist
TOPIC: Light of the World: The Lost Knowledge of Alexandria
Luke Caverns is an American anthropologist renowned for his expertise in the symbology of ancient Mexico, Central America, and South America. His research delves into how these ancient cultures may have interconnected, sharing ideas, symbology, technology, and religious practices across continents.
With a deep passion for unraveling the mysteries of ancient civilizations, Luke has dedicated his career to studying the intricate details of cultural exchange and diffusion among pre-Columbian societies. His work sheds light on the interconnectedness of civilizations that existed long before the age of globalization.
Through his work, Luke continues to enrich our understanding of the past while offering valuable insights into the complexities of human culture and society.
Ben Van Kerkwyk
Researcher, Writer, and Content Creator.
TOPIC: Ancient Technology: Unveiling the Secrets
Ben Van Kerkwyk is an Australian researcher, writer and content creator, now living in the United States. He produces the UnchartedX.com website and UnchartedX youtube channel and podcast, focusing on long-form documentaries on various topics dealing with ancient mysteries and the new scientific work that has a bearing on the story of human history.
A lifelong student and fan of history, Ben has been traveling the world for decades, visits places like Egypt and South America regularly, and has filmed at many ancient sites, as well as interviewing and interacting with many of the leading authors and researchers working in this field.
Ben’s channel garners millions of views, he made his first appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience in 2023, will be appearing in several upcoming TV documentaries, and is in the process of writing his first book based on his research over the last decade.
Hugh Newman
Megalithomaniac, Explorer, and Author
TOPIC: Taş Tepeler Revelations: High Culture and Ancient Astronomy c.9600 BC
Hugh Newman is an explorer, megalithomaniac and author of ‘Earth Grids: The Secret Pattern of Gaia’s Sacred Sites’, author of ‘Stone Circles’, co-author of ‘Giants on Record’ and ‘The Giants of Stonehenge and Ancient Britain’, and a contributor to ‘Megalith: Studies In Stone’
He is a regular guest on History Channel’s ‘Ancient Aliens’ and ‘Search for the Lost Giants.’ He has articles published in Atlantis Rising (US), New Dawn (Australia) and numerous other publications. As well as organising the Megalithomania conferences and tours, he has spoken at events in the UK, Malta, France, Peru, Egypt, Mexico, Denmark and North America. He lives in Wiltshire, England. His websites are www.megalithomania.co.uk and www.hughnewman.co.uk
Hugh Newman reveals the stunning discoveries being made in Southeast Turkey and what this really means, sharing new research from southeast Anatolia, looking at Göbekli Tepe, Karahan Tepe, Sayburç, Sefer Tepe and other sites in the Taş Tepeler region, exploring how they came into being and how geometric and astronomical principles found in British stone circles are also found at these sites, but nearly 7000 years before Stonehenge.
Boris Fritz
TOPIC: The Yugas, Chakras, and the 7 Spheres of Creation
Boris Fritz does research and teaches in the field of archeoastronomy. He has a B.A. in Philosophy from Occidental College, an M.A. in Asian Studies from Claremont McKenna Graduate School, and is a Ph.D. Candidate in the History of Religions at UCLA. He also serves as an adjunct Professor at University of Southern California, in Aerospace & Engineering, as well as at Loyola Marymount University, and is a Team Member of the Bubble Base of NASA’s 3D-Printed Habitat Challenge for Deep Space Exploration.
Boris is a life long meditator and yogi and practices and teaches the Filipino Martial Arts as well as practicing Bukti Negara – an Indonesian Martial Art. His talks focus on esoteric and practical changes that humans will experience in the near future, according to ancient and eastern philosophy.
EARLY BIRD PRICE!
Regular price at the door $799.00
General Admission
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Welcome Party with Music and complimentary soft drinks and hors d'oeuvres
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2-Day Conference Pass - All speakers
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Complimentary Saturday Breakfast - Lunch
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Friday - Special Musical Kirtan (Optional Friday)
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Meet the Authors - Book Signing
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Check out Cool Meditation Spots
CPAK 2024 LOCATION
CPAK 2024 is located at the Expanding Light Retreat, within the spiritual yoga community of Ananda Village in the scenic Sierra Nevada foothills of Northern California, 90 minutes northeast of Sacramento, California.
Ananda Village includes several sacred temples, including its largest, the Temple of Light, a three-minute walk from where CPAK 2024 is held. The Temple of Light, with its dome-shaped sanctuary, was designed and built as a Dwapara Yuga temple, encouraging meditation and sending light out to our galaxy.
To stimulate higher consciousness, the Temple of Light includes a unique copper Yantra under the main altar, touching the earth. This Yantra includes sacred Sanskrit mantras and symbols, gifted to Ananda by a holy swami from India who many years ago intuitively foresaw the creation of this temple.
The Yantra, when combined with the meditation that occurs in this temple, acts as an ‘energy conductor”, sending out magnetic rays that radiate in concentric circles outward through the earth filling the planet with light and peace. Guests to CPAK 2024 will have the opportunity to attend a special musical kirtan and meditation inside this temple on Friday evening, October 18th.
13930 Expanding Light Dr, Nevada City, CA 95959
Accommodations
Expanding Light Retreat
Expanding Light Retreat accommodations:
Harmony House, Serenity House, Cabins, & Gaia House
All these are available by calling (800) 346-5350 or (530) 478-7518, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., PST (Pacific Standard Time)
Ananda Meditation Retreat
Available by calling (530) 478-7557, 9-5 PST. The Meditation Retreat is a 15-minute drive to the main Expanding Light Retreat, where the conference will be held. The Meditation Retreat has been used as a quiet, forested retreat for over 50 years.
It includes a dining facility, small boutique, meditation gardens, two meditation temples, and nearby hiking trails.
Housekeeping Cabins: Rustic cabins have views of the surrounding forests.
Happiness Lodge: 5 simple rooms with a shared bathroom and shower for women only.
Bungalows: Simple forest bungalows have two twin beds with a nearby bathroom and shower house.
The rooms on the Ananda properties are almost full but there are still campsites available. Or there are plenty of nice hotels just 30 minutes away in Grass Valley, like the Gold Miners Inn. So pick one (see link below) and drive out for the Friday Night Party, and or just come to hear the speakers on Saturday. Eat in town, or enjoy breakfast, lunch and light refreshments during the breaks at the conference venue. All meals included for CPAK attendees!
CPAK 2024 Poster Sessions
Have an idea that will help the world better understand the wisdom of ancient cultures or the cycle of the ages? If so, we invite you to make a poster presentation at CPAK 2024!
Limited Space
Spaces for poster presentations are available on a first come first serve basis to any registered and paid CPAK attendee, subject to the approval of an abstract by the CPAK Poster Committee. The abstract should be no longer than 800 words and sent to the address provided along with a $50 application fee no later than September 20, 2024. Or you can email a copy of your abstract to connect@cpakonline.com Be sure to include your contact information. Presenters of accepted topics will be notified by September 30, 2024
The Conference on Precession and Ancient Knowledge is presented by the
Binary Research Institute.
If you would like to reach us please fill out the contact form or visit us at:
Binary Research Institute
4600 Campus Drive, Suite 200
Newport Beach, CA 92660
We welcome contact with other researchers and interested individuals, so feel free to get in touch.
For information on research and presenters at CPAK or for media inquiries and press information, please contact Walter at connect@binaryresearchinstitute.org
For CPAK registration questions and general conference information, please contact Filiberto at cpak@binaryresearchinstitute.org
TOURS 2024
The Yuga Cycles of Time In Greece, Crete & Santorini
We invite you to join us for 13 inspiring days in mainland Greece and the islands of Crete and Santorini. We’ll use the Yuga Cycles of Time to investigate mythology and ancient civilizations in a stunning landscape while encountering thousands of years of spiritual practice.
Experience Sacred Monasteries, Greek Mythology, Ancient Communities and more. A transformative sacred trip to the mystical islands of the Gods.
MAY 5 TO MAY 17, 2025
Early Bird Special Expires October 25, 2024
13 days, 12 nights
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Sign up here before October 25, 2024
Discover the timeless wisdom of the Yuga Cycles of Time with this captivating introduction tailored for travelers to Greece and Crete. Learn more by reading David (Byasa) Steinmetz’s article A short introduction for travelers to Greece and Crete on “The Yuga Cycles of Time”
Watch Ananda's Ancient Greece video:
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Egypt through the Lens Of the Yuga Cycles
Join us for 12 inspiring days traveling through Ancient Egypt in an entirely new way Through the Yuga Cycles of Time & Ultimate Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise
“To create our future we do have to understand our past to work on it in the present”
NOVEMBER 11-23, 2025
Early Bird Special Expires November 25, 2024
This unique tour is limited to 18-20 people and is taking reservations now.
12 days, 11 nights
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Sign Up here for Sacred Travel to Egypt 2025
Tour Egypt Through the Lens of the Yuga Cycles of Time (Nov. 11-23, 2025)
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