Idols

One day, sit down And list all the things You are concerned and worry about. Make a list And leave nothing out.   These things Which comprise your worry list Are your ‘idols’ or ‘false gods.’ They are the thoughts Which fill your mind- Instead of the Beloved. -SB

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Celestial Sea

O spiritual traveler, Of what are you created? Flesh and bone Is only part of the answer.   Remember, you are also of Spirit And will wake-up one day to find You have joined the morning sun; Lighting up the celestial sea. -SB

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New Form

When the potter is forming a bowl And it has a defect, Which cannot be repaired, What does he/she do? Keeping the clay, The potter starts anew.   O spiritual traveler, The hour of change is upon us. That which will be kept Is essential to the New Form. -SB

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Listen to Your Heart’s Wisdom

While we are living in unsettled times, it seems that many periods in human history have been that way. Consider this famous quote from A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens, authored in 1859. “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times; it was the age of wisdom, it was […]

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The Rainbow Bridge

Every child grows-up Hoping to claim the treasure At the end of the rainbow bridge.   On those rare days, after the storm, Magically the rainbow appears- gladdening each heart. The sky is renewed with a variety of colors And each child dreams Of traveling their favorite color In search of the pot of gold. […]

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Consciousness Chains

On many levels, no matter how useful: The great thoughts of others; rules, social convention and laws of the land; Religious practice and philosophy; electronic commercials and stories; Hopes and dreams of others; personal thoughts for a happy life; Great writing and books; governmental guidance and assistance; And love songs of poets and minstrels- Are […]

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Happiness

Traveler:    And the traveler sat before the Master and questioned, “Happiness is a transitory thing. It is as illusive as a spring day in winter. One moment I am laughing and the next sad. Master tell me what I must do to balance myself and find lasting happiness?” Master:            And the Master sat, with eyes […]

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Consider the Possibility

Much of what people have been taught About religion is not accurate. People have been taught ½ truths, by those in power, So they could be more easily manipulated. Many major teachings are misrepresentations Supporting an indoctrination system Set-up to control very specific social behaviors. -SB

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Light of Humanity

The diversity of humanity amazes me. There are more people Than stars in the night sky. More blood flows Through the hearts of man/woman Than water splashes Against the river shore.   Imagine if each heart Were aglow with Love. The Light would shine Across the galaxy. God would turn To the angels and proclaim: […]

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Plan for Humanity?

Q:       How can you claim there is a Plan for humanity?  Just look at the mess out there; surely somebody is not doing their job. Many would assert the world is in chaos and daily we continue to destroy ourselves. Further the idea of a spiritual plan for humanity is absurd; just look at our […]

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Filling My Cup

In the journey, there comes a point when words and desires are no longer important.  That is, there is no emotional attachment to them. All that is important is the Beloved.  Desire for everything else has been removed. It is at this point, the traveler arrives and the Beloved is within sight. However, for most, […]

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