다스칼로스(스틸리아노스 아테쉴리스)의 신성화 (2019)
A Brief Introduction to ShinsungHwa: Daskalos (Stylianos Atteshlis) and the Art of Visualizing Spiritual Energy
A prominent symbol of the light emerges from the spiritual core, composed of multiple distinct layers. The greater the number of layers, the more intense the light’s power becomes. Within his spiritual realm—the open space above the head—smaller symbols of the light appear. These represent the supportive energies that guide him spiritually.
An infinity symbol rests beneath his feet, embodying transformation and activated energy in motion. This same infinity symbol flows upward, connecting to his hands, indicating that this dynamic energy manifests through his natural talents and abilities.
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“If we knew how nature works, we would not call them miracles.”
_Daskalos (Stylianos Atteshlis)
A Humble Beginning in Cyprus
In the early dawn of the twentieth century, on the sun-soaked island of Cyprus, a boy named Stylianos Atteshlis was born on December 12, 1912. To his family and neighbors, he was simply Stylianos, but to the world, he would become known as Daskalos—the Greek word for “teacher.” From a young age, Stylianos displayed a sensitivity to the unseen world, a gift that would shape his destiny and touch countless lives.
“Christianity is not founded on dogmas. Christianity is based on only two instructions: Love God with all your heart, soul, and intelligence; and love every other being as your own self.”
_Daskalos (Stylianos Atteshlis)
A Life Between Worlds
Daskalos’s journey was far from ordinary. He grew up in Strovolos, a suburb of Nicosia, where his reputation as a mystic and healer began to take root. Despite his remarkable spiritual gifts, he lived much of his life in relative obscurity, working as a civil servant at the Cyprus Government Printing Office and spending several years in Africa. Yet, beneath this modest exterior, he was quietly awakening people to deeper spiritual truths, offering healing and guidance to anyone who sought his help.
What set Daskalos apart was not just his wisdom, but his approachability. He never charged for his healings, believing that spiritual gifts were to be shared freely. His teachings, rooted in Christian mysticism, emphasized compassion, self-realization, and the pursuit of truth. He founded a circle known as the “Researchers of Truth,” inviting seekers from all walks of life to explore the mysteries of existence together.
“So death does not exist. There is a transition, passing from the gross material body to the psychical world.”
_Daskalos (Stylianos Atteshlis)
The Healer and the Teacher
Stories of Daskalos’s healing abilities spread throughout Cyprus and beyond. There are numerous accounts of people who, after exhausting all conventional medical options, turned to Daskalos and experienced what they described as miraculous recoveries. One particularly well-documented case involved a young English boy suffering from polio; witnesses described how Daskalos, in front of a small crowd, restored the child’s ability to walk.
But Daskalos was not only a healer of bodies—he considered himself a “doctor of the soul.” His lectures and writings delved into the inner meanings of biblical parables, the nature of the soul, and the journey toward self-realization. He often spoke of “exosomatosis,” or out-of-body experiences, and recounted memories of past lives, weaving together elements from Eastern and Western spiritual traditions in a way that was both profound and accessible.
“There is much pain and suffering in the world today due to the ignorance of not knowing the truth. What matters is the teaching, which can help people come out of their confusion, reshape their lives, and alleviate their suffering.”
_Daskalos (Stylianos Atteshlis)
The Magus of Strovolos: Fame and Controversy
Daskalos’s life took a dramatic turn in the 1980s when the Cypriot sociologist Kyriacos C. Markides published The Magus of Strovolos, a book chronicling his encounters with the enigmatic healer. The book brought international attention to Daskalos, drawing seekers from around the world to his lectures in Cyprus. Markides’s portrayal of Daskalos as a “magus” (μάγος, an ancient Greek term for a wise man or magician) sparked both admiration and controversy. While many were captivated by stories of Daskalos’s spiritual prowess, others—especially within the Orthodox Church—viewed his activities with suspicion, fearing they bordered on heresy.
Despite the controversy, Daskalos maintained that his teachings were firmly rooted in Christian tradition. He saw no conflict between his mystical experiences and his faith, and he counted among his friends prominent religious leaders such as Archbishop Makarios. He even claimed to have been an incarnation of Saint Spyridon, a revered Cypriot saint, though he was quick to downplay any labels or titles that set him apart from others.
“All illnesses are due to Karma. It is either the result of your own debts or the debts of others you love.”
_Daskalos (Stylianos Atteshlis)
Legacy and Influence
Daskalos’s influence extended far beyond his lifetime. He authored several books, including The Parables and Other Stories, where he offered his own interpretations of the teachings of Jesus, drawing on his deep understanding of both Greek and Aramaic sources. His circle, the Researchers of Truth, continues to share his teachings, emphasizing meditation, self-examination, and the pursuit of spiritual wisdom.
Throughout his seventy years of teaching, Daskalos inspired countless individuals to look beyond the surface of everyday life and seek the deeper truths that unite all people. He was also a lover of the arts—composing music, writing poetry, painting, and tending to his garden. In the final years of his life, people from all over the world flocked to Strovolos to hear him speak, to seek healing, and to experience the presence of a man who seemed to bridge the gap between the material and the spiritual.
On August 26, 1995, Stylianos Atteshlis passed away at the age of 82, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire seekers of truth across cultures and continents.
“Karma has to be paid off in one way or another. This is the universal law of balance. When we love someone, we may assist them in paying part of their debt. The Logos will assume nine-tenths of the remaining debt and we would actually assume only one-tenth.”
_Daskalos (Stylianos Atteshlis)
“Cast out your personal egoism and practice unconditional love for God, the people in your life, and all human beings. Do that and your personality will gradually approach and be assimilated by your Inner Self.”
_Daskalos (Stylianos Atteshlis)
