Revelations of Awareness

Magazine Overview

Title: Revelations of Awareness
Issue: #78-3
Publisher: Cosmic Awareness Communications
Date: Undetermined from scan.

This issue of 'Revelations of Awareness' is a cosmic newsletter that delves into complex metaphysical concepts, primarily focusing on reincarnation, consciousness, and the nature of identity. The content is presented as channeled information from 'Cosmic Awareness,' interpreted by 'Paul Shockley, Trance-Interpreter.' The primary format is a question-and-answer session addressing reader inquiries.

Reincarnation and the Nature of the Entity

The central question explored is whether Saint Francis of Assisi is a 'group soul' or exists in multiple physical forms. Cosmic Awareness clarifies that the latter is correct. It explains that an entity's consciousness, while having a core being that remains intact throughout eternity, can be composed of many facets. These facets do not necessarily stay together throughout lifetimes and can spread out into different realms or be expressed through different individuals. This means that multiple entities can hold facets of a previous entity, and conversely, one entity can foster many reincarnations by embodying different facets.

This concept is further elaborated by explaining that emotions, feelings, and thoughts emitted by an entity can be picked up by others, leading to shared moods and characteristics. This raises questions about the distinction between having shared personality factors and actual possession.

Past Lives and Identity

The newsletter addresses the difficulty in definitively identifying past lives, likening it to tracing a stream of consciousness back to its source. It suggests that each point of reference in this stream can be described as an entity, a character, or a personality. The interpretation of these 'names' can be arbitrary, and the energy of consciousness flows through different paths and experiences, becoming colored by them.

An example is given regarding the Edgar Cayce readings and a disciple mentioned as being alive in Virginia Beach. Cosmic Awareness affirms that this is consistent with its teachings on reincarnation and the scattering of consciousness facets. It poses the question of whether one is truly the same entity as they were years ago, noting that personalities can shift rapidly.

The case of 'The Three Faces of Eve' is used to illustrate how multiple personalities can express through one entity. Cosmic Awareness states that if a trance reader identified one of these personalities as a past life, it would be accurate for that specific personality, even if it seems inconsistent with another personality from the same entity.

Aspects of Consciousness and Frames of Reference

Cosmic Awareness explains that an entity can be described by its parts (like an arm or hand) or by a name, but the entity is more than just its physical form or name. It is the sum of who and what it is, has been, has experienced, and continues to experience. The newsletter posits that there are 144 aspects of consciousness in each entity, which can be further divided.

The concept of 'frame of reference' is introduced as crucial. It is suggested that entities can channel other forces, and when these forces speak through an entity, they become part of the entity at that moment. The interpretation of this channeling, whether as a negative force 'violating' the entity or as the entity itself being 'evil,' depends entirely on the chosen frame of reference.

This idea is extended to behavior, where one frame of reference might judge an action as evil, while another might see it as correct. The newsletter emphasizes that clear communication and shared truth are only possible when individuals operate within the same frame of reference.

Closing Message and Exercise

The issue concludes with a 'Closing Message' that encourages readers to visualize themselves walking through time and space with a 'wooden frame' around their bodies. This is presented as an exercise to help individuals question their own frame of reference when observing concepts and experiences, promoting self-realization.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the multifaceted nature of consciousness, the mechanics of reincarnation, the fluidity of identity, and the subjective reality created by individual frames of reference. The editorial stance, as conveyed through Cosmic Awareness, is that reality is largely a matter of perception and interpretation, influenced by past experiences and the chosen lens through which one views the world. There is an emphasis on the interconnectedness of consciousness and the potential for entities to influence and be influenced by one another. The newsletter promotes introspection and self-awareness through understanding these complex concepts.