An extraterrestrial being and the focus of a widespread New Age belief system known for its messages of cosmic spirituality and intergalactic communication.
Religion: New Age
Founder: George Van Tassel
Location: Global, primarily in the United States
Other Names: Ashtar Galactic Command, Ashtar Sheran, Ashtar Command
The Ashtar movement, also known as the Ashtar Command, is a spiritual and metaphysical group that believes in receiving messages from Ashtar and other extraterrestrial beings. It originated in the early 1950s with George Van Tassel, the first to claim contact with Ashtar, and has evolved into a complex network of spiritual teachings involving extraterrestrial guidance for humanity’s evolution and ascension.
Ashtar is described as a telepathic extraterrestrial being, depicted as seven feet tall with blue eyes and a nearly white complexion, who communicates with his followers through various channelers. The Ashtar Command is envisioned as an interstellar group comprising extraterrestrials, angels, and light beings, working together to assist humanity in its spiritual evolution and to navigate the current cycle of planetary cleansing and ascension into higher dimensions.
This movement is notable for its unique blend of spiritual ascension beliefs with extraterrestrial contact narratives. Followers believe in a vast, cosmic coalition that includes millions of starships poised to assist Earth and its inhabitants through significant transformative processes. The teachings emphasize peace, unity, and the advancement of spiritual wisdom, asserting the presence of ascended masters such as Jesus (referred to by his soul name, Sananda) who guide the fleet and offer spiritual guidance.
The Ashtar Command advocates for a harmonious existence, urging humanity to live in peace and goodwill, and to align with higher spiritual values. Messages transmitted through various channelers over the years have included calls for disarmament, warnings against environmental destruction, and encouragements towards the spiritual awakening of humanity. The group also holds a critical view of materialism and governmental control, suggesting that a more spiritually enlightened society would transcend such limitations.
Despite the failure of some of its earlier prophecies, the Ashtar Command has adapted its teachings to emphasize less materialistic and more spiritually-oriented outcomes. Its followers engage in practices like meditation and channeling to connect with Ashtar and other celestial beings, seeking guidance for personal and collective ascension. The movement also warns against false prophets and emphasizes the importance of discerning true spiritual messages from misleading ones.
Through the decades, the Ashtar Command has maintained a significant online presence, with various groups attempting to unify the diverse messages received from Ashtar and other entities. This digital expansion has allowed the movement to reach a global audience, continuing to attract followers interested in its blend of New Age spirituality, extraterrestrial communication, and a hopeful vision for Earth’s future.
