Christ Consciousness is the consciousness or awareness of the self in and as the Christ, the attainment of a level of consciousness commensurate with that which was realized by Jesus, Christ consciousness is "the highest state of intellectual development and emotional maturity." "Christ consciousness is the state of awareness of our true nature, our higher self, and our birthright as children of God." "Christ consciousness" has been known by various names in history, such as Jainism, Buddhism, Hinduism, and most Eastern mystical religions. This path is open to anyone regardless of their religious tradition if and when he or she is open to become a living vessel of love and truth on the planet and actively strives to attain it."