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    The Spiritual Path

    Kenneth has a better understanding of the true reality than most of you. @Radarmark, what I state is not opinion, it is experiential knowledge. Laus Deo
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    The Spiritual Path

    The Truth is very attainable and although there are some variances with each individual, the core aspects (who we are, what we're doing here, where we're going) are eternal and unchanging. That's where desire comes in. You have to seek it (esoterically) with no hesitance. You also have to be...
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    The Fallacy of Literal Interpretation

    Ben, Here's another, much simpler interpretation of the Adam and Eve story for your thoughts....When God put Adam (man) into a deep sleep, took the rib and made Eve, this symbolizes the separation of man's soul (mind) into the lower and higher (spiritual) self. The rest of the Bible is a series...
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    The Ego Myth

    "what is this all about. .??" It is about the adversary which is sometimes called satan, devil, demiurge, anti-Christ, the beast, etc. This is the ego. Laus Deo
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    The Spiritual Path

    I would add that the foundations are much simpler....faith, trust, sincerity & desire (in the "heart"). The desire is to know The Truth with no hesitance. As scripture says, The Truth can be "troubling" so it's important not to fear it. Laus Deo
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    The Spiritual Path

    If you want to truly understand yourself, instead of the source foundation, try going to the source. "Ask and you shall receive, seek and you shall find....". Most important verse there is, period. A word of advice....you better be sincere as God's BS meter is flawless. Also, your desire to know...
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    The Ego Myth

    I'd like to present this metaphor: The ego is like a rabid family dog....with a hidden intelligence. It's not bad or evil, it's just sick. Being intelligent, it will do everything it can to hide it's sickness from you because if you actually know The Truth, it will be "put down". An individual...
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    The Fallacy of Literal Interpretation

    Dear Ben, I like to call it "literal misinterpretation". As many scholars understand that the various religious scriptures are allegorical in nature, what would be your interpretation of the Adam & Eve story in Genesis? Laus Deo, Jake
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    Maitreya - the coming of the word teacher

    When interpreted (and understood) correctly, the teachings of Jesus, Buddha, etc. are the same. The arrival of Maitreya, second coming of Jesus, etc. are all allegories referencing our own individual ascension to Christ and The Kingdom, Nirvana, etc. Once accomplished, you will know The Ultimate...
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    Is there a true Church in this world today?

    Etu, I actually looked up your belief system and found it quite interesting. As I am quite familiar with the Gnostic tradition (and ultimately moved beyond it), I fully understand the allegorical nature of biblical stories. I will add this food for thought....did you know that the tales of...
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    Is there a true Church in this world today?

    To be more accurate, God is boundless energy and boundless mind. His mind is where our souls/minds originated from and when we complete our "lessons" here, we will return to Him. That is the "alpha/omega" aspect that Jesus taught. And don't worry Etu Malku, we all have true free will and are not...
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    What is The Truth?

    The Truth is composed of many "kernals" (compare to the splintered beams) and they are scattered in many "locations". These locations include the simple religions, esoteric, historical writings, gnostic, eastern, etc. and in everyday life. You need to recognize them and accept them. How do you...
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    Is there a true Church in this world today?

    As Pastor Franszwa stated, the True Church is internal. To find it, you should follow these simple guidelines. First, put your faith in only God, The Son and the Holy Spirit...not in in any physical church, man or man made doctrines. Second, you must be 100% sincere in your heart and...
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    What is The Truth?

    Hi Nick, In your previous post you said..."I used to be a member of a Buddhist temple. I told someone that I was Buddhist but that I also believe we have a 'soul.' The person responded, "Then you are not a Buddhist." This is fundamentalism, pure and simple." The Buddhist focus is on the mind...
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    What is The Truth?

    Andrew, Your post was well done albeit a little complicated. Your point about continuing to ask questions is very, very important. You must continue to seek until you find....The Truth. This Truth is the oft mentioned "secrets" in the Bible.... “The secret of the kingdom of God has been given...
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