Gralsvsktarnas budskap - 1974 No 4

Magazine Overview

This issue of GRALSVÄKTARNAS BUDSKAP (The Gralsväktarna's Message), Volume 5, Issue 4, dated May 1974, is a stencil-form magazine published by GRALSVÄKTARNAS SAMFUND. The cover headline is "När sommarens blomster prunkar" (When summer flowers bloom). The magazine is published in Sweden and is in Swedish.

Content Summary

När sommarens blomster prunkar (When summer flowers bloom)

This article, written by Elisabeth Ståhlgren, encourages readers to embrace joy and optimism as summer arrives. It contrasts genuine happiness with superficial gaiety, emphasizing that positive forces like love are stronger than negativity. The author suggests that the music from 'Jesus' followers' choirs, while not a perfect substitute for divine wisdom, represents a step towards a better state and a joyful anticipation of a new era. It posits that true liberation comes from breaking free from rigid religious structures and embracing a new understanding of life.

Ur Våra Mästares Liv och Lära (From the Life and Teachings of Our Masters)

This section, an excerpt translated by Gulli Bergvall from Baird T. Spalding's work, recounts an incident where an expedition was threatened by 75 horsemen. The attackers demanded the expedition's surrender, but were repelled by 'shadow riders' – projected images created by the expedition members that caused confusion and a wild flight among the attackers. The article explains that these 'shadow riders' were vivid mental projections, not actual beings, designed to create an illusion of protection. It also includes a dialogue where Jast explains that true religion is a reverence for life itself, dating back to the dawn of humanity, and contrasts this with the young, divisive nature of dogmatic religions. He asserts that a true life-giver is omnipotent and omnipresent, flowing through all.

Ur Andernas Hemlighet (The Secret of Others)

This excerpt, also translated by Gulli Bergvall, features a message from Archangel Mikael. It describes a golden mist enveloping Earth, symbolizing the Father's divine Love and Wisdom, bringing warmth and spiritual life. It speaks of 'Golden-Helmets' from a higher sphere gathering to overcome the last remnants of darkness on Earth. A celestial arc of color and music will appear, calling humanity to a higher purpose. The text also references the myth of Icarus, relating it to humanity's desire to reach the 'great celestial body' (the Sun) for life and understanding, and mentions that this celestial body is aging and will eventually transform.

En Värld i Kaos (A World in Chaos)

This section is divided into two parts:

8) Kraften i en Döendes Tanke (The Power of a Dying Thought)

This part discusses the significance of a person's final thoughts, which are said to form a pattern guiding future lives. It highlights the power of thought, stating that a thought formed at the moment of death can endure for millennia. The narrative then shifts to Josef of Arimathea's final moments, focusing on his concern for the Graal and his mission. It touches upon the historical context of Roman rule and the emergence of a new religion, questioning whether to follow the old law or embrace the new teachings.

9) Jakob den Rättfärdige (Jacob the Righteous)

This part follows Jakob on his journey home, burdened by a sense of defeat and internal conflict. He grapples with his past actions, particularly his treatment of his stepmother Maria and his role in a conflict involving the Graal. He experiences a profound spiritual vision of Jesus, his 'step-brother', who reveals the true meaning of the new covenant and the Graal's significance. This vision leads to Jakob's transformation and a renewed commitment to his spiritual path and the new religion.

10) Domen (The Judgment)

This section describes the consequences for the four Syrian warriors. Two bear battle scars, and only Maria is brought to trial. Due to her connection to Josef of Arimathea, a man influential with the Romans, she is spared direct Roman involvement but is sentenced to 12 lashes by the Roman military. However, as she is about to be punished, a light envelops her, and she disappears, signifying her liberation and death, freeing her from disgrace.

När Världen Var Ung (When the World Was Young)

This article discusses the cyclical nature of life and worlds, comparing them to a developing organism. It explains that while some planets evolve to higher planes without aging, Earth is undergoing a transformation towards higher vibrational frequencies. The text mentions that humanity has reached the astral plane and will soon achieve immortal life, choosing when to transition from the physical to the spiritual realm. It acknowledges the fear associated with aging and death, partly attributed to the influence of 'Lucifer', but emphasizes that this is a time of transition and growth, moving towards a new era of divine consciousness.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes a spiritual and esoteric worldview, emphasizing the power of thought, divine love, and the evolution of human consciousness. It reinterprets biblical narratives and historical events through a lens of spiritual enlightenment and transformation. The editorial stance appears to be one of guiding readers towards a higher understanding of life, divinity, and their place in the cosmos, encouraging personal growth and liberation from material and dogmatic constraints. There is a strong emphasis on the 'Father's' love and wisdom, and the eventual transcendence of earthly limitations.

This document appears to be a scanned issue of a Swedish publication, identified as 'nr 4 årg.5' (Issue 4, Year 5). The main cover headline is 'TIDEN ÄR INNE' (The Time Is Now). The content delves into spiritual, prophetic, and potentially ufological themes, suggesting a publication focused on esoteric or New Age ideas.

Article 1: The Nature of Life and Love

The first section reflects on a past era of paradise where life existed in natural harmony without struggle. It posits that different life stages are interconnected and that true joy is not limited to youth but is a natural emblem of existence in all worlds. The degree of joy is dependent on the resistance to 'luciferian forces.' Those who have experienced the darkest worlds are promised a rich measure of joy in retrospect due to their gained experience, which can earn them a high placement when liberation is achieved. The author emphasizes that a just giver distributes gifts of varying kinds, compensating for what one person gains over another. The guiding powers are identified as Love and Wisdom, and it is stated that those who never doubt will go far.

Article 2: The Time Is Now

This section directly addresses the question of impending global catastrophes and when they will occur. The answer given is 'when the time is right,' with references made to the Bible for guidance. The text highlights that passages in the Bible often cited in churches are those that allude to future events. It describes a time when 'brother will rise against brother, son against father,' and nations will go to war, leading to the flight of peace from people's minds. The author asserts that humanity is currently in this state, experiencing unprecedented suffering.

The article then poses a question about why such suffering is necessary for humanity's awakening, answering that only suffering can awaken consciousness. It speaks of a great 'sorting out' at the door, referencing the gospel saying that two will be in the field, and one will be taken, the other left. This is interpreted as 'our spaceships' with the task of rescuing those who have work to do for 'higher powers' from doom. These visitors from other worlds have assigned tasks. Many will be taken to 'mother ships' to be taught about current events and to receive assignments for a great enlightenment work that will replace chaos with order and righteousness, where brotherly love will prevail.

Page 2: Salvation Through Love and Spiritual Action

The second page continues the theme, stating that all who possess love for all life will be saved from destruction and will inherit the earth. It acknowledges the current global chaos—wars, riots, famine, revolutions, and racial hatred—but sees a thread of love running through it all, offering help to the needy, the sick, and the cold. This act of sacrifice is linked to biblical references of helping Christ in need, emphasizing that such acts are recorded in the 'Book of Life.'

While material aid is insufficient, the article proposes a better way to help humanity: by understanding the different cosmic planes and how to reach the 'Creative Activity-plane' through love, which originates from the human 'throat chakra.' This knowledge, drawn from cosmic wisdom, is how 'the word became flesh.' By using thought to create forms that align with the desire to serve the universal, this 'helping force' is sent on 'wings of timelessness' to those in need, facilitated by 'spiritual hands.' This help is considered far more significant than material assistance and is delivered in forms most suitable for the recipients.

The text urges readers not to hesitate, as only love and devotion are needed. It stresses the urgency of the situation, stating 'The time is now, it is urgent.' The 'spiritual life' must be awakened before it is too late. The article concludes by reiterating that the great upheavals prophesied in the Bible have begun and that there is no time to lose if one wishes to be present at the 'Lamb's Wedding,' which symbolizes the union of Love and Wisdom. Readers are cautioned to keep their lamps burning, like the wise virgins, to avoid being shut out when the bridegroom arrives.

Finally, it states that the time is indeed now, evidenced by events worldwide. Everyone is called to be prepared and to perform their assigned tasks from the 'Highest.' Those who do their best will hear the words, 'Well done, good and faithful servant, enter into your Lord's joy.'

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are spiritual awakening, the imminent end of the current world order, and the importance of love and wisdom as guiding principles for salvation. The publication seems to adopt a stance that blends religious prophecy (specifically biblical interpretations) with esoteric concepts, including cosmic planes, spiritual helpers, and extraterrestrial intervention (referred to as 'spaceships'). There is a strong emphasis on personal transformation through love and a call to action for individuals to prepare for a significant global and spiritual shift.