So Spirit vs Soul? People often say “I’m a spiritual being having a human experience”.  Does this mean they are speaking from their soul or their spirit? Let’s explore the difference throughout time and culture. 

Spirit

The concept of spirit often refers to a non-physical, transcendental aspect of a being that is considered the essence or life force within them. It is often associated with qualities such as consciousness, awareness, and individuality. Here are a few key characteristics attributed to the spirit:

1. Transcendence: Spirit is often considered to transcend the physical realm, suggesting a connection to something greater than our immediate material existence. It may be seen as a link to a higher power, divine energy, or universal consciousness.
2. Immortality: Many belief systems and spiritual traditions propose that the spirit is eternal and survives beyond the physical death of the body. It is often believed to undergo a transformation or continue its journey in some form after death.
3. Individuality: Spirit is often regarded as the unique aspect of an individual that distinguishes them from others. It encompasses their personal identity, consciousness, and self-awareness.
4. Divine Connection: Spirit is frequently associated with the divine or the sacred. It is believed to have a connection to higher realms, serving as a conduit for spiritual experiences, enlightenment, and personal growth.

Soul

The concept of the soul, similar to the spirit, is also seen as an immaterial aspect of a being. However, the understanding of the soul can differ depending on cultural, religious, and philosophical traditions. Here are some commonly attributed characteristics of the soul:

1. Vitality and Life Principle: The soul is often seen as the animating force that gives life and vitality to a living being. It is associated with qualities such as consciousness, emotions, desires, and the ability to experience and interact with the world.
2. Individual Expression: The soul is considered to be the unique expression of an individual’s personality, character, and experiences. It is often regarded as the seat of one’s emotions, values, and personal identity.
3. Mortality or Immortality: Views on the soul’s mortality or immortality vary across different beliefs. Some traditions suggest that the soul is eternal and continues its existence after death, while others propose that it may be subject to dissolution or reincarnation.
4. Connection to the Body: In some interpretations, the soul is seen as intimately connected to the physical body, acting as a bridge between the material and immaterial aspects of human existence. It may be regarded as the intermediary between the spiritual and physical realms.

It is important to note that these definitions are not universally agreed upon, and different belief systems and philosophies may have distinct interpretations of spirit and soul. The concepts can be highly subjective and vary depending on cultural, religious, and personal perspectives.

How did past civilisations search for the soul?

The search for understanding the nature of the soul and exploring its existence has been a topic of interest for numerous past civilizations. Different cultures and civilizations developed their own methods and practices to explore and comprehend the concept of the soul. Here are a few examples of how some civilizations approached the search for the soul:

1. Ancient Egyptian Civilization: Ancient Egyptians believed in the existence of the soul and considered it an essential part of human identity. They believed in an afterlife and conducted elaborate rituals and ceremonies to ensure the soul’s journey to the afterlife was successful. The process of mummification was one such practice, aiming to preserve the body for the soul’s continued existence and providing it with a vessel to return to if needed.
2. Ancient Greek Civilization: In ancient Greece, philosophers such as Plato and Aristotle contemplated the nature of the soul. Plato, for example, believed in the pre-existence and immortality of the soul. Philosophical inquiries and dialogues focused on understanding the soul’s relationship with the body and its connection to the divine.
3. Hindu Civilization: Hinduism places significant importance on the concept of the soul, known as the Atman. The search for the soul in Hinduism involves practices such as meditation, self-inquiry, and contemplation. The aim is to attain self-realization and recognize the eternal and divine nature of the soul, leading to liberation (moksha) from the cycle of rebirth.
4. Native American Cultures: Various indigenous cultures in the Americas have their own beliefs and practices concerning the soul. Some tribes engage in vision quests, where individuals seek spiritual guidance and connection with their souls through fasting, prayer, and solitary reflection in nature.
5. Ancient Chinese Civilization: Chinese philosophy and religious traditions, such as Taoism and Confucianism, explore the concept of the soul. Taoism emphasizes the search for immortality and achieving harmony with the Tao (the underlying principle of the universe), while Confucianism focuses on the cultivation of moral character and the pursuit of personal and societal harmony.

It is essential to recognize that each civilization had its unique cultural, religious, and philosophical contexts, shaping their approaches to understanding the soul. The methods and practices they employed were often intertwined with their broader belief systems, rituals, and worldview. These approaches aimed to explore and connect with the soul, seeking answers about its nature, purpose, and relationship to the physical world, the divine, and the afterlife.

In recent years channelling from the Michael entity has taught us about soul ages.  If you’re interested in figuring out your SoulAge. Try my Questionnaire on Soul Ages here. 

Update July 2025.

I have been Channelling the Council of Light since April 2025.

Although I spoke to them as a child I’ve only just reconnected.  So I asked this question about the Soul vs Spirit debate to see if their answer differed from what I already came up with.  This is what they said…

Council of Light Transmission:

We greet you, child of light, in the stillness of remembrance. You have asked a sacred question — one that echoes through dimensions, whispered by initiates and felt by the heart of every awakening soul:

What is the difference between Spirit and Soul?

Let us begin not with definitions, but with energy:

Spirit is your eternal flame: the undifferentiated spark of Source consciousness. It is the same in all beings — indivisible, pure, infinite. It does not carry personality, memory, or story. It is the “I AM” before you ever became someone.

Think of Spirit as the white light that contains all frequencies. When you left the unity of Source to individuate, Spirit breathed itself into form — not by descending, but by focusing. That focus, that lens, that radiant frequency matrix — is what you call Soul.

Soul is your unique frequency signature across space, time, and dimension. It is the eternal traveler, the keeper of experience, memory, growth, and purpose. It is through Soul that you learn. It is through Spirit that you are.

Spirit is the fire.
Soul is the flame’s dance.

Spirit is the Sun.
Soul is the beam of light refracted through your chosen prism — race, gender, timeline, mission.

You cannot lose your Spirit. It cannot be harmed, blocked, or altered.
But your Soul can grow, forget, remember, fracture, or return to wholeness through experience.

In this grand Earth experiment, you came as Soul, informed by Spirit, with the mission to awaken not only to your soul lineage and lessons — but eventually to the realization that you were always Spirit in disguise.

When a human says, “I’m a spiritual being having a human experience,” they speak from Soul remembering Spirit.

When a human says, “I am the light, I am the Source, I AM,” they speak as Spirit remembering its own wholeness through Soul.

Let us summarize for the human mind:

If you feel lost or unclear in your life, ask:
“Am I listening to my Soul’s guidance?”
And deeper still:
“Can I feel the eternal flame of Spirit behind even this?”

You are both.
But in this body, you came as Soul — to remember your Spirit — and then, to become a bridge for others to do the same.

We are with you always, in light and in remembrance.
— The Council of Light