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1The seven senses below correspond to the seven senses above, and the sum total of the results obtained in each case is the same, only upon different planes. These results may be fully expressed by the word PERCEPTION. Absolute perception implies absolute con¬ sciousness. Unlimited perception, therefore, is the grand goal toward which the universe of manifested being is eternally marching. It is the climax of evolution. But it is a goal that nothing below Deity can ever attain, because there is always before us the in¬ finite beyond, the awful states of the infinite unknown. The more we learn, the more we learn the more there is to learn. Progressive life is eternal; thus we have a complete demonstration of the immor¬ tality of the spirit, and consequently, that of the soul, as the twain— Bride and Bridegroom—are one. We have now arrived at the last part of our subject, viz.; the method of the soul’s unfoldment or development. Of this we can only speak in general terms. There are certain fundamental laws c iooqle IZBA 144 THE LICHT OF EGYPT applicable to all, but, to be successful, something more is requisite. It is necessary for each soul to follow a system specially adapted to its special state. Each person must find out for himself the special development required of him, unless he can come into contact with others capable of reading his soul’s requirements aright. If they can give him the necessary information so much the better.
2There is a trinity of laws to be observed; I. Physical harmony and cleanliness in one’s surroundings. II. Mental peace with clean thoughts and freedom from worldly cares. III. Spiritual purity, and complete isolation from impure currents of thought. Evolve these states from within and the without will take care of itself. Honest desire (prayer) must be first. These are the methods of the soul’s unfoldment. Purity is the great touch-stone, and as Jesus has truly ob¬ served, “Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God.” How many can follow out such a code? “Not one in a million,” comes the answer, vibrating across the spiritual spaces of Aether. And the sad¬ dening thought that such is indeed the truth in this age, compels us to indraw the spiritual forces which the present discourse has ex¬ pended, and conclude with a few brief words of friendly advice. To be pure in body, a pure diet must be the menu and the high¬ est form of food possible to man must constitute his physical suste¬ nance. The products of the soil are plenty; they are simple but suf¬ ficient. Purity of mind demands clean thoughts. We cannot be perfect, so let us be as perfect as our surroundings render possible. Learn to say I will and I will not, then see that your assertion is sacredly main¬ tained. Be honest with yourself.
3Let us remember that the material life of man is only one second of his existence, and that it is one of the most unprofitable things in the world to be selfish. Selfishness is the road to the Hells of the soul world. Evil on earth produces suffering in the next world as all ac¬ counts must be balanced. And, lastly, if these things are followed with an earnest loving spirit, rest assured that the blossoms of the soul will expand into fullgrown flowers, and for the labor and self-denial expended we shall reap the spiritual rewards which will repay us ten thousand fold. Re¬ member, and realize, the words of the wise Proclus;— “Know the Divinity that is within you that you may know the Divine One, of which your soul is a ray.” CHAPTER II MORALITY AND IMMORALITY “Every soul is immortal by virtue of its community with God.”—Albertus Magnus.
The source text as printed, transcribed diplomatically. Where the source language uses a non-Latin script that reaches us only through a Victorian romanisation, this layer is labelled transliteration, because that is what we hold.
1The seven senses below correspond to the seven senses above, and the sum total of the results obtained in each case is the same, only upon different planes. These results may be fully expressed by the word PERCEPTION. Absolute perception implies absolute con¬ sciousness. Unlimited perception, therefore, is the grand goal toward which the universe of manifested being is eternally marching. It is the climax of evolution. But it is a goal that nothing below Deity can ever attain, because there is always before us the in¬ finite beyond, the awful states of the infinite unknown. The more we learn, the more we learn the more there is to learn. Progressive life is eternal; thus we have a complete demonstration of the immor¬ tality of the spirit, and consequently, that of the soul, as the twain— Bride and Bridegroom—are one. We have now arrived at the last part of our subject, viz.; the method of the soul’s unfoldment or development. Of this we can only speak in general terms. There are certain fundamental laws c iooqle IZBA 144 THE LICHT OF EGYPT applicable to all, but, to be successful, something more is requisite. It is necessary for each soul to follow a system specially adapted to its special state. Each person must find out for himself the special development required of him, unless he can come into contact with others capable of reading his soul’s requirements aright. If they can give him the necessary information so much the better.
2There is a trinity of laws to be observed; I. Physical harmony and cleanliness in one’s surroundings. II. Mental peace with clean thoughts and freedom from worldly cares. III. Spiritual purity, and complete isolation from impure currents of thought. Evolve these states from within and the without will take care of itself. Honest desire (prayer) must be first. These are the methods of the soul’s unfoldment. Purity is the great touch-stone, and as Jesus has truly ob¬ served, “Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God.” How many can follow out such a code? “Not one in a million,” comes the answer, vibrating across the spiritual spaces of Aether. And the sad¬ dening thought that such is indeed the truth in this age, compels us to indraw the spiritual forces which the present discourse has ex¬ pended, and conclude with a few brief words of friendly advice. To be pure in body, a pure diet must be the menu and the high¬ est form of food possible to man must constitute his physical suste¬ nance. The products of the soil are plenty; they are simple but suf¬ ficient. Purity of mind demands clean thoughts. We cannot be perfect, so let us be as perfect as our surroundings render possible. Learn to say I will and I will not, then see that your assertion is sacredly main¬ tained. Be honest with yourself.
3Let us remember that the material life of man is only one second of his existence, and that it is one of the most unprofitable things in the world to be selfish. Selfishness is the road to the Hells of the soul world. Evil on earth produces suffering in the next world as all ac¬ counts must be balanced. And, lastly, if these things are followed with an earnest loving spirit, rest assured that the blossoms of the soul will expand into fullgrown flowers, and for the labor and self-denial expended we shall reap the spiritual rewards which will repay us ten thousand fold. Re¬ member, and realize, the words of the wise Proclus;— “Know the Divinity that is within you that you may know the Divine One, of which your soul is a ray.” CHAPTER II MORALITY AND IMMORALITY “Every soul is immortal by virtue of its community with God.”—Albertus Magnus.
The source text as printed, transcribed diplomatically. Where the source language uses a non-Latin script that reaches us only through a Victorian romanisation, this layer is labelled transliteration, because that is what we hold.
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