BREVCIRKELN.

Magazine Overview

Title: BREVCIRKELN.
Issue: EL-2
Volume: SERIE D
Section: LEKTION 2.
Language: Swedish

This issue of Brevcirkeln, presented as the second lesson in a series, focuses on the evolutionary progression through the natural kingdoms, with a detailed examination of the animal kingdom and its place in the broader scheme of existence. The content is written by Elisabeth Lansenor and explores spiritual and philosophical concepts related to evolution and consciousness.

The Animal Kingdom

The lesson begins by referencing the previous discussion on the division of the world into natural kingdoms and their subdivisions, specifically mentioning the mineral and plant kingdoms. It then introduces the animal kingdom as the third natural kingdom. Animals are described as having achieved consciousness and the ability to move, in addition to possessing the plant kingdom's abilities of nutrient absorption and reproduction, and the mineral kingdom's three states of matter: solid, liquid, and air.

A key characteristic of animals is the absence of logical thinking and self-awareness (ego-consciousness). Instead, they are guided by a "group consciousness" or "group-ego." This collective consciousness directs animals towards sensible and purposeful actions, forming their instincts, which can appear as intelligent activity. This group consciousness is also linked to subconscious memory images from previous lives.

The text outlines four main subdivisions within the animal kingdom:

1. Single-celled animals: These are the first to emerge from the plant kingdom into the animal kingdom, distinguished by their mobility. Higher animal forms develop from these through cell aggregation, forming colonies with specialized tasks, though still functioning as a unit. This category includes insects, worms, and reptiles (lower land animals).
2. Aquatic animals: This subdivision includes fish and all animals living in water, including mammals. This corresponds to the "water element" in the mineral kingdom, representing a more awakened state of life and the second principle in a cycle of seven. These animals are described as awakening to greater awareness and mobility.
3. Warm-blooded land animals: This group represents the "fire element" and corresponds to higher land animals.
4. Ape-like creatures and birds: Ape-like creatures are presented in analogy to the human kingdom, while birds correspond to the "air element." Birds are on a separate evolutionary line and do not evolve towards becoming human. This category also includes domestic animals that, through their proximity to humans, have developed towards maturity for entry into the human kingdom. These animals will first incarnate into a lower human race, where their intelligence can be developed to higher forms.

The Human Kingdom and Root Races

The text then transitions to the fourth natural kingdom: humanity. The human kingdom is also divided into seven subdivisions, referred to as "root races." The first two root races are deemed too primitive to be described as human and existed when Earth's matter was not yet solid. Humanity, in its fully developed form, emerged during the third geological period, coinciding with the appearance of animals. The text names the Lemurians (who lived in Lemuria) and the Atlanteans (from Atlantis) as preceding the current root race, the Aryans. Further details on these root races are promised in later chapters.

Each root race is further divided into seven sub-races.

Related Concepts

The lesson touches upon related concepts:

• Devas: A class of higher beings are mentioned as having a counterpart to the group consciousness of animals. However, they are not part of the human evolutionary line and are associated with the plant kingdom's group.
• Principles of Evolution: Several principles are highlighted:
• Each stage of evolution involves mastering all previous stages but not necessarily higher ones.
• When half of an evolutionary chain is completed, individuals face the possibility of transitioning to the next chain (e.g., domestic animals incarnating into the human kingdom).
• The principle of "everything is in everything" (macrocosm and microcosm, as above, so below) is emphasized.

Diagrams and Overviews

The issue includes diagrams and tables summarizing the relationships between the natural kingdoms and their elements/states of matter. A circular diagram illustrates the seven principles (Eter I, II, III, Luft, Eld, Vatten, Jord) and their connection to the four kingdoms (Mineral, Plant, Animal, Human). A table provides an overview of the four natural kingdoms and their respective subdivisions, aligning them with the evolutionary stages and elements.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this lesson are the hierarchical structure of evolution across natural kingdoms, the concept of group consciousness versus individual consciousness, and the cyclical nature of development. The editorial stance appears to be rooted in a spiritual or esoteric philosophy that views evolution as a progressive journey of consciousness, with each kingdom and stage building upon the last. The principle of "as above, so below" is a central tenet, suggesting a fundamental interconnectedness throughout all levels of existence. The text promotes a structured understanding of spiritual and physical evolution.