Medlemsblad 2

Magazine Overview

Title: BREVCIRKELN
Issue: 2
Volume/Date: 6.63 (June 1963)
Publisher: cirkelred (editorial team)
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish

This issue of the BREVCIRKELN membership newsletter marks the approach of summer with a call for a break and expresses hope for a continuation of good weather. It announces an upcoming active contribution from Ing. Ivan Troëng, suggesting that his involvement will lead to highly interesting correspondence. A significant piece of news is the introduction of a special series of letters on less common subjects, which will be published alongside the regular circulation and sent upon request. The first letter in this series, titled 'Astral projection,' is expected to be available within two weeks. Contact information for those interested in receiving this letter is provided, along with a reminder for members to update their address list preferences.

Membership and Finance

The newsletter confirms that the membership list, intended for personal contacts, will be updated in the fall. It reiterates the option for members to remain anonymous in the list. Contact persons Elisabeth Lansenor and Hillevi Lindahl are also reachable via the provided address. A financial and activity report is deferred to the year-end. The current membership stands at 149 participants, and the organization is financially stable for the upcoming autumn season.

Acknowledgements and Gratitude

The editorial team expresses gratitude for the kind greetings, letters, and financial support received, acknowledging that due to time constraints, they have been unable to respond to every message. They aim to maintain a consistent interval between correspondence.

Discussion on Reincarnation

This section features a discussion on reincarnation, presented as a thought-provoking topic rather than a definitive statement. The core questions explored are whether reincarnation is a natural phenomenon, its causes, and if it signifies a break or regression in spiritual development.

#### Bo Yin Ra's Perspective

The discussion references Bo Yin Ra's book 'Boken om livet efter detta' (The Book of Life After This). According to Ra, an individual's 'color' or essence is crystallized once during a human life and is determined by the eternal will manifested within them. If this will is not realized in a single lifetime, the 'soul forces' continue to manifest in new lives until realization, merging with the human will to become a unified entity.

Ra posits that reincarnation, as observed by Eastern cultures, is often misinterpreted. He suggests it is primarily possible for children who die early, those who commit suicide, or individuals with an abnormal longing for physical experiences despite a normal life, leading to 'hypertrophy.' He argues that this interpretation of reincarnation does not align with the normal course of life, nor with suicide or early childhood death.

Regarding 'memories' or faint impressions of past lives, Ra suggests these might stem from the three cases mentioned above. He emphasizes that individuality is a unique, one-time occurrence. The case of Shanti Devi from India is brought up as an example of potential past-life impulses, questioning if they originate from a spiritual being.

To address such questions, it is necessary to understand that individuality is a fixed, unchangeable entity. The newsletter poses whether reincarnation is possible in the mentioned cases, suggesting that it might be a working theory. It anticipates future scientific methods to directly investigate past lives.

#### Physical Re-emergence and Spiritual Development

The text questions whether reincarnation always implies a physical return. It suggests that a being might choose re-birth to better influence a people's spiritual development, even if it means interrupting their own. The desire for new physical experiences on other planets is also considered.

If reincarnation is accepted for these specific cases, it is deemed abnormal, occurring only when one is 'called' to a particular task or purpose within their own development. The text draws a parallel with the return of Jesus, suggesting it could be a spiritual presence rather than a physical one, especially when conditions on Earth are suitable. The need for preparation for future conditions, as indicated by 'planetaries,' is highlighted, noting that the technical aspects of this are often misunderstood by the public and academics, making awareness efforts difficult.

#### Further Contributions

The issue concludes with a request for comments and further viewpoints on the topic of reincarnation. Olof Wallin is credited for the discussion, with a citation from Bo Yin Ra's book. The newsletter ends with summer greetings from the editorial team.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are reincarnation, spiritual evolution, and the nature of consciousness. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry and thoughtful exploration of complex metaphysical concepts, encouraging members to consider these topics as subjects for contemplation rather than dogma. There is a clear emphasis on the importance of individual will and spiritual purpose in the context of life and potential re-birth.