Medlemsblad 18

Magazine Overview

Title: BREVCIRKELN
Issue: 18
Volume/Identifier: 2.65
Date: 1961 (implied from content)

This issue of Brevcirkeln, a Swedish publication, focuses on new literature available through its book service and delves into spiritual and philosophical themes. The magazine thanks Professor Schneiderov and Herr Hans Lauritzen for donating books like "Thinking and Destiny" and "Masonry and Its Symbols," which are available via the book service under specific numbers.

New Literature Additions

The magazine lists recently acquired books, including:

• $327 DET SJÄTTE SINNET by Rosalind Heywood (1961, 80 öre)
• $328 MITT LAND OCH MITT FOLK by Dalai Lama (1963, 100 öre)
• N329 NUTIDS-UNDERE by Ludvig Dahl (1927, 90 öre)
• N330 VI HER! by Ludvig Dahl (1930, 100 öre)
• E331 JOIN YOUR SHIP by George King (1964, 50 öre)
• E332 MASONRY AND ITS SYMBOLS by H.C. Percival (1952, 70 öre)
• E333 THINKING AND DESTINY by H.C. Percival (1961, 300 öre)
• $334 BRÅDDJUPT ÄVENTYR by H. Taziéff (1954, 120 öre)
• $335 UNDERJORDENS VACKRA VÄRLD by Leander Tell (1955, 100 öre)
• $336 SPELEOLOGISKA STUDIER I SVENSK NATUR by Leander Tell (1964, 60 öre)
• S337 ROLIG MATEMATIK by Martin Gardner (1962, 90 öre)

Additionally, it mentions "Tidskrift för Hälsa Nr 9, 1961" (Journal for Health No. 9, 1961) and a cassette tape titled "Introduktion till Absent Healing" by T.E. Campbell-Best.

Notices (Notiser)

Yoga Course

New participants in the Yoga course can obtain "Del 1" (Part 1), which includes study letters EL-1 to EL-6, directly from the author, Fru Elisabeth Ståhlgren. This booklet costs 4 SEK and can be ordered by sending the amount to her address in Bromma, Sweden. Contact details, including Postgiro and telephone number, are provided.

Series S - Brev

This section lists available study materials related to Series S - Brev:

1. ASTRAL PROJEKTION - ELEMENTÄRT
2. VANDERMEULENS SIGNALANORDNING
3. JÜRGENSON... RYMDRÖSTERNA... HITLER
4. VIS VITAE - STENEN SOM BOTAR

Subscriptions for these series are not accepted; they are sent only upon request and against postage.

Yada Di Shiite

This section presents a philosophical reflection on the nature of existence, divinity, and human consciousness. The author posits that throughout history, great teachers have aimed to show humanity its spiritual nature, contrasting this with how religions have often distorted their messages by focusing on personalities rather than their teachings. The core idea is that humans are divine beings, and while the material world offers a plane of existence, true progress comes from spiritual awareness. The text criticizes the tendency to worship figures instead of their wisdom and suggests that the physical life, with its desires, can lead to a loss of connection with one's divine nature.

The author emphasizes that physical existence is not the natural state for humans and that masters sought to guide people away from it. The article critiques religious institutions for misrepresenting the teachings of masters, leading followers to believe they are sinful and must appease a God through subservience. In contrast, the masters taught that divinity resides within the individual self, not in an external, judgmental entity. The text argues that desire is the driving force for human development and that learning to guide one's emotions and desires leads to greater awareness and a clearer perception of life's unity. It asserts that humans are born of desire and cannot escape it but can choose to control it.

The article then reflects on the crucifixion of Christ, calling it a "hideous deed" and questioning the logic of displaying a suffering body to an ignorant populace. It suggests this was done to incite emotion and confusion, rather than to convey truth. The author poses a hypothetical scenario of Christ returning, predicting that he would be torn apart by different religious factions claiming him for their own specific doctrines.

Personal Reflection and Guidance

The author stresses the paramount importance of thinking for oneself. Readers are urged not to blindly follow others, as the path others tread, even if seemingly good, may not be suitable for everyone. Each individual must find their own way through life, using the intellect given to them. The only true offense or sin is to harm or distress a fellow human being. If one believes they have wronged someone, they should seek to rectify the situation, explain their actions, and ask for forgiveness. The message concludes by encouraging readers to value wisdom and understanding, and not to let minor issues block their path.

Contact Information

Contact details for Brevcirkeln are provided, including a postal address (Fack 1209, Bromma 12), a Postgiro address for L. Lind (Bromma 12), and the Postgiro number (65 29 48).

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around spirituality, self-discovery, and the critique of organized religion and dogma. The editorial stance appears to advocate for individual thought, inner divinity, and a personal spiritual journey over blind adherence to external doctrines or personalities. There's a strong emphasis on understanding the true nature of consciousness and the importance of guiding one's desires and emotions. The publication also serves as a conduit for sharing new esoteric and philosophical literature, encouraging intellectual and spiritual growth among its readership.