Medlemsblad 8

Magazine Overview

Title: BREVCIRKELN
Issue: 8
Volume: 1
Date: January 1964
Publisher: Brevcirkeln
Country: Sweden
Language: Swedish

This issue of Brevcirkeln, a Swedish-language newsletter, focuses on a blend of UFO phenomena, spiritual teachings, and a critical re-evaluation of world history and religious origins.

Contents

Editorial and Correspondence

The issue begins with a brief editorial noting that the first mailing of the new year is perhaps too extensive for their usual format but includes an updated contact list for new pen pals. The editors thank readers for their holiday greetings and pledge to maintain the organization's activities at least at the previous year's level.

Article: 'Etidorpha' and Agni Yoga

An article by Yngve Freij summarizes the book 'Etidorpha', which was originally published in Swedish in 1898 and is available second-hand for 8.50 SEK from Karlstads Antikvariat. Additionally, a course in Agni Yoga, previously announced in issue 7, is now commencing with mailing EL-1, series D.

Article: 'Space People Among Us'

This section, prompted by a previous mention in issue 3, details an account from a young woman who claims to have encountered a 'space person' on a Stockholm subway in July. The author connects this to Margit Mustapha's books, 'Book of Brothers' and 'Spaceship to the Unknown', which describe alleged contacts with extraterrestrials in America. The author notes that Mustapha, a Finnish-Swedish or Finnish writer, describes telepathic contact, suggesting the 'center for telepathy' might be in the nape of the neck. These beings could manifest on a 'four-dimensional' plane. The article also references confidential letters circulating among American 'flying saucer' clubs about touring 'space people' in America, who can be identified by individuals with strong intuition. One such contact, Laura Mundo, described a man dressed in a material that seemed 'alive', with blond hair and large, innocent blue eyes.

Rudolf Schönberg's Commentary

Rudolf Schönberg provides a literary reference to 'The Flying Saucers and The Fathers Flan' by Laura Mundo, published by Saucerian Books.

Article: 'World History Right Now!'

This lengthy piece, written by Per-Hilding Perjons, is a critical response to a previous issue's content on 'world history'. Perjons argues that many contemporary spiritual movements and teachings are divisive and exploitative, particularly those originating in America. He criticizes self-proclaimed 'god-sent avatars' and 'gurus', contrasting them with a supposed ancient, universal 'Great White Brotherhood'. He asserts that many American sects are not aligned with this true brotherhood. Perjons believes that the proliferation of these movements is a tactic by 'God's real enemies' to confuse sincere seekers. He advocates for shedding preconceived notions and seeking truth openly.

Perjons then introduces Elof Eriksson's 1962 book, 'Världskulturer' (World Cultures), as a crucial resource for understanding the origins, intentions, and historical impact of major religions. He claims this book reveals how 'behind the scenes' events in world history have unfolded and criticizes a 'worldview censorship' that prevents such knowledge from being widely disseminated. He argues that the struggle for global dominance is fundamentally about whether the ancient wisdom of the 'white man' can survive the onslaught of a 'thousand-headed enemy' that uses division to conquer.

Critique of Religious Traditions

Perjons specifically critiques Buddhism, citing Eriksson's work and other sources to characterize it as a destructive force against traditional religious beliefs. He discusses the concept of the 'Indo-Aryan worldview' as the original human spiritual tradition, with Hinduism and Zoroastrianism as its main branches. He laments the destruction of the Zoroastrian library by Alexander the Great and notes the survival of only half of the 'Avesta' texts. He identifies Mithra as a key deity in the younger Avesta and in Indian traditions (Mitra), linking this to a common Aryan past.

He further claims that Jesus' teachings were a continuation of this ancient Aryan religion, but that the 'Judeo-Christian messianism' corrupted it. He references Annie Besant's concerns about materialistic distortions of spiritual teachings and Professor H.N. Almkvist's observation that Aryans formed a significant portion of India's population. Perjons posits that Babylonian influences, combined with Jewish mythologies, led to the creation of Judaism and subsequently Christianity, which he views as a tool for imposing a materialistic worldview and controlling populations.

The 'Aryan' Worldview vs. 'Judeo-Messianism'

Perjons argues that the 'Aryan worldview' was distorted and suppressed, particularly through the influence of Judaism, which he claims sought to control the world through materialism and divisive ideologies. He criticizes the portrayal of Jesus as a Jewish figure and the concept of a Jewish messiah who will establish a material empire. He also addresses Anna-Lisa Helle's book 'Måste man tro på Kristus', suggesting that Helle, like many Christian authors, is confused about why Jews have been persecuted, implying that a deeper understanding of history, as presented by Eriksson, would clarify this.

He criticizes Anna-Lisa Helle's 'Spiritual Guides' for omitting the oldest and purest teachings of the Aryan worldview, which he believes have been distorted into imitations of Moses, Buddha, etc. He states that Judaism's current form is a 'plunder' from Moses' time in Egyptian temples, and the word 'Israel' is an Egyptian combination. He asserts that Paul (Saul) transformed Christianity into a 'child' of Judaism, and that if Rome had conquered Judah, the Mithraic cult might have replaced Christianity in Europe. He quotes Carl Grimberg stating that Mithraism was Christianity's most dangerous enemy in the 3rd century.

Perjons concludes this section by reiterating that the Aryan worldview must be liberated from 'alien additions' and restored to its true form. He quotes Eriksson again, stating that Jesus' teachings were a new development of the ancient Aryan religion, represented by figures like Manu, Zarathustra, Krishna, and Jesus. He also references India's ambassador to Sweden, Kewal Singh, who highlighted the dominance of Vedanta philosophy. Perjons emphasizes that Jesus was a proponent of the 'unconquerable 'heathen' circle' of Galilee, and that the conflation of Jesus' Aryan teachings with Jewish messianism was a false premise with dire consequences for Western development.

He further criticizes the 'Paulinized' Christianity for emphasizing emotion over intellect and establishing the priest as the sole mediator between God and man, leading to the church's absolute power. He concludes that hope lies in looking upward, and that only 'I am the way, the truth, and the life' is the true path, with all else being deception and false prophets.

Letter: 'Egypten - Underverkens land'

Ivan Troëng contributes a letter discussing ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife. He references Gert Carlsson's article on connections between ancient cultures. Troëng states that Egyptians believed the spirits of the deceased traveled west to reach paradise and reincarnation in Atlantis and Mu, while Maya peoples believed spirits traveled east. He notes that Upper Egypt, colonized via India, believed spirits traveled east to reach Mu, preserving the ancestral path in religious belief.

Notices

• Housing: An offer for housing near Örebro is available to circle members.
• Publication: 'International Videnskab og Teknik' has arrived, offering interesting reading for the technically inclined. Sample copies can be requested.
• Seeking: The organization is searching for a copy of Blavatsky's 'The Secret Doctrine' (HEMLIGA LÄRAN), which is out of print. They request help from anyone who might have a copy.
• Book Recommendation: The Danish book 'DEN FANTASTISKE VIRKELIGHED del I' (The Fantastic Reality Part I), a translation of the 1960 French book 'Le Matin des Magiciens', is now available. The authors, Louis Pauwels and Jacques Bergier, are described as pioneers in a new way of thinking about science, philosophy, and psychology. The book is considered a milestone in thought.

Closing

The issue concludes with a general greeting and the designation 'red'.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings and encounters with 'space people', alongside a deep dive into alternative historical and religious interpretations. The editorial stance, particularly evident in Per-Hilding Perjons' extensive article, is highly critical of mainstream historical narratives and established religions, especially Christianity and Buddhism, which are viewed as corrupted or distorted versions of an original, pure 'Aryan' spiritual tradition. There is a strong emphasis on uncovering hidden truths and challenging conventional wisdom, advocating for a return to ancient, 'pure' spiritual teachings. The issue promotes a worldview that sees a hidden struggle for humanity's spiritual destiny, with 'alien' or materialistic influences actively working against the preservation of ancient wisdom. The promotion of specific books that align with these alternative viewpoints is a consistent feature.