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Magazine Overview

Title: BREVCIRKELN
Issue: 3
Volume: 8.63
Date: August 1963
Publisher: BREVCIRKELN
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish

This issue of BREVCIRKELN, a Swedish publication focused on UFOs and paranormal phenomena, announces the commencement of its autumn letter-circle activities. The magazine highlights its growing membership, now at 156 participants, and indicates that it can accommodate a few more. The first address list for the letter-circle is included and is emphasized as being solely for participant contact.

Featured Articles and Reports

UFO Encounter on the Subway

The magazine recounts a reported encounter by a young woman participating in the letter-circle. The incident occurred in July of the same year during a subway ride in Stockholm. The woman observed a man who boarded the train. She described him as extremely tanned with a perfectly smooth complexion, a straight posture, and a slender build. His clothing was impeccable. She found it difficult to ascertain his age, noting he had white beard and hair of the same color. She found him to be "purely beautiful."

Intrigued, she attempted telepathic contact, repeatedly asking "Are you a spaceman?" She continued this attempt even after disembarking the train, as the man also exited at her station. He stopped about 20 meters ahead, waiting and looking intently at her. He then smiled, revealing bright blue eyes and seemingly perfect teeth. His attitude was described as mildly condescending and amused. He briefly responded with a simple "Yes" and then turned and walked away without looking back.

The young woman concludes her account by expressing doubt and wondering if she will ever meet her "spaceman" again.

Discussion on Reincarnation

Following a previous discussion in issue number 2, a new contribution addresses the topic of reincarnation. The author, identified as Per-Hilding Ferjons from Dala-Floda, begins by referencing "Bo Yin Ra" and critiquing certain "unbelievable fantasies," particularly concerning reincarnation. Ferjons asserts that reincarnation is a natural, rhythmic process intrinsically linked to human history and development, essential for understanding human evolution.

He questions why some are born into different races, religions, or with disabilities, suggesting that reincarnation allows individuals to experience all these conditions to achieve development and become "world citizens" ready for a higher task, possibly in another dimension. He invokes the principle of Karma: "As you sow, so shall you reap."

Ferjons argues that reincarnation is a normal mathematical process, akin to other natural rhythms in the cosmos. He notes that while many small "movements" are discussed in the magazine, the large "Rosicrucian Order" (Rosenkreutzare-Orden), with its ancient roots and global presence, is not mentioned. He specifically mentions Amorc (Antika Mystiska Orden av Rosen-Korset) and its world chief, H. Spencer Lewis, whose book "Ater till livet" (Return to Life) is priced at 16:50 SEK and available from Amorc in Skälderviken.

Ferjons quotes Lewis (paraphrased) on reincarnation, stating that it does not imply the soul is trapped in a body but rather explains why the divine soul enters a physical form to undergo trials, suffering, and social inequalities. Lewis suggests that greater knowledge of one's existence leads to a happier and more successful life. He posits that rejecting reincarnation does not negate its effects and questions the purpose of a single life if the soul is immortal, asking where it existed before and why it wouldn't have multiple chances to atone.

He mentions that while the exact number of rebirths is unknown, researchers agree on a rhythmic periodicity of approximately 144 years. He clarifies that the soul is genderless, being pure psyche, while the physical body is gendered.

Ferjons then strongly disagrees with Bo Yin Ra's assertion that Eastern peoples' understanding of reincarnation has been misinterpreted and that one need not be reborn more than once. He accuses Bo Yin Ra of misinterpreting or acting as a prophet for personal "sensational purposes."

Instead, Ferjons suggests that the true goal is for each individual to achieve "Christ consciousness" within themselves, becoming masters and perhaps avoiding physical rebirth. He states that Jesus died physically but lives as Christ, and his "second coming" will occur internally, in the "kingdom of heaven" within each person.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue of BREVCIRKELN continues its focus on UFO sightings and personal accounts of paranormal experiences, exemplified by the subway encounter. It also delves into spiritual and philosophical discussions, particularly concerning reincarnation, presenting differing viewpoints and interpretations from various sources, including esoteric organizations and authors. The editorial stance appears to encourage open discussion and exploration of these complex topics, while also offering critical analysis and alternative perspectives, as seen in Ferjons' response to Bo Yin Ra.