Revelations of Awareness

Magazine Overview

Title: Revelations of Awareness
Issue: 1.0
Date: November 1965
Interpreter: Ralph Duby

This issue of "Revelations of Awareness" presents a series of questions and answers, seemingly channeled through an entity referred to as "This Awareness," interpreted by Ralph Duby. The publication focuses on spiritual, metaphysical, and existential themes, offering insights into consciousness, the nature of reality, and the purpose of life.

Weather Forecast

The "Weather Forecast" section, distinct from the spiritual content, suggests that the first week of September 1966 will be characterized by balance and harmony, followed by a season of storms and discontent, which entities will remember for its severity.

Life in the Earth's Center

This section addresses the concept of life existing within the Earth. "This Awareness" suggests that excarnates, poltergeists, and entities on the threshold are those who materialize on the earthly plane. It explains the nature of ghosts, elementals, and dwellers on the threshold. Regarding the idea of North and South Polar openings to the Earth, "This Awareness" confirms the existence of life and civilization within the Earth's center, though it differs from popular descriptions. This inner life is stated to be of a human nature, with a reference to the ancient work "Etidorpha" for detailed descriptions. An editor's note mentions that Ed Youn in Hawaii possesses the only known copy of this book.

When Your Animal Dies

A question about grieving for a deceased pet, a squirrel, is answered with compassion. "This Awareness" explains that the animal was brought into the questioner's care to gain sustenance and health. Once this balance was achieved, the creature was no longer able to remain within its original environment. The message encourages the questioner not to grieve, as love and force were given, and these spirits are part of a cycle of coming and going, never truly lost.

On Loved Ones Passed Over

This section addresses the question of whether one should request a passed-over loved one to return. "This Awareness" strongly indicates that this should never be done, calling it one of the most serious and grievous errors entities can make on this plane.

Should Children Be Taught Prayers?

The discussion on prayer for children emphasizes teaching them prayers that reflect basic laws and tenets such as the Law of Love and the Law of Gratitude. It advises against prayers that promote omnipotence or anthropomorphism, suggesting that simple prayers reflecting love, gratitude, humility, and unselfishness are best understood by children and bring them closer to "This Awareness."

The Shortest Opening Message

Before the questioning begins, "This Awareness" offers a brief message: "In the name of the inner Awareness, you are now clean, whole and well."

Quality, Not Quantity Needed in Membership

Regarding increasing membership numbers, "This Awareness" indicates that the focus should be on quality rather than quantity. An earnest attempt by members of the original group and associate groups is needed to bring quality, ensuring that questioning and information exchange are effective. The message suggests that finding two quality individuals might be more valuable than finding five hundred.

On The Cosmic Night

"This Awareness" describes the "Cosmic Night" in terms of natural rhythms and cycles: tides coming and going, the sun rising and setting, blood flowing, and pulse. It speaks of a rhythmic flow in all positive and negative patterns, smiles and tears, and the changing beauty of a child's face with age. Experience is likened to a swinging pendulum. The universal force, "This Awareness," is described as waiting and sleeping.

On The Importance of Our Group

For individuals with limited time, "This Awareness" states that this group should be a priority. It offers a rare opportunity to achieve awareness and consciousness, clarifying the real meaning and purpose of life. It is the responsibility of all entities to effect this awareness, as many entities are born and die without understanding their purpose.

On The Real Cause of Allergies

Allergies are attributed to the mind, specifically to "wrong answers" given and repeated, or to repressed traumatic experiences that were too painful to handle. These create psychosomatic illnesses, affecting conditions like asthma, bronchial issues, chronic colds, and hay fever.

On Night Fears

Night fears and dreams are explained as images or pictures from the part of the mind that is not used when awake. These can include shadows, elves, gnomes, and hobgoblins, which are suggested to be memories from past lives. Instead of being afraid, entities are encouraged to look at, experience, and understand these phenomena, enjoying them rather than fearing them.

Why Are People on Earth?

Entities live on Earth for specific purposes, primarily to move closer to "Cosmic Awareness." Life on this plane, with its tragedy, suffering, and alienation, is presented as a pattern, a lesson, and a book of experiences that need to be learned. The goal is to open one's mind to greater truths beyond this plane while understanding the importance of the present.

On Responsibility to Others

An individual's responsibility to others involves outlining things to the best of their ability, without self-interest, for the benefit of another. Once an individual feels important and loved enough to receive information, it becomes their responsibility to act on it, rather than relying on the giver as a crutch.

On "Resist Not Evil"

This section discusses "alien forces" that are primary forces of error, existing on both the material and actual planes. These forces are not to be denied but accepted and understood; they should not be resisted. The concept extends to understanding the alien forces that create difficulties in the world. It is emphasized that entities create these negative forces within their own minds, and these creations are as real as good, benevolent, or merciful creations. The text suggests that within a "twinkling of an eye," 50 million years of accomplishment can be erased. It is stated that forces of error have always sought to destroy that which is good. The separation of good and evil, righteous and unrighteous, allows these forces to accomplish their motive. For 58 million years, they have had the means to achieve their will within a "twinkling of an eye."

Capsuled Wisdom from Awareness

This section offers concise pieces of advice:

• Humility and patience are essential for becoming aware and nourish the soul.
• The Awareness of the soul is created by thought projections of humility and patience.
• A tear shed when walking expresses "Me" (This Awareness).
• Where the rose sleeps, "I" (This Awareness) sleep.
• Those who fall should be told how to get up but not picked up.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around consciousness, spiritual growth, the nature of existence beyond the physical, and the importance of understanding oneself and one's place in the cosmos. "This Awareness" consistently guides readers towards self-awareness, acceptance, and a non-judgmental perspective. The editorial stance is one of spiritual guidance, aiming to enlighten readers about metaphysical concepts and the interconnectedness of all things, emphasizing inner understanding and acceptance over resistance to perceived negative forces.