SÖKAREN

Magazine Overview

Title: SÖKAREN
Issue: Nr 7, Årgång 2
Date: 1965
Publisher: SÖKAREN
Price: 1:80 (incl. VAT)

This issue of SÖKAREN, a Swedish magazine focused on experiments with truth, delves into a wide range of spiritual, philosophical, and paranormal topics. The cover story posits that the universe is a spiritual entity, a conscious being with all-encompassing intelligence, and that all 'matter' is a manifestation of this divine consciousness. It explains that individual beings are 'organisms' or 'attractors' within this divine consciousness, possessing their own consciousness limited by physical form and time, yet retaining an eternal 'true self' which is God.

Contents

Spiritual and Philosophical Explorations

The magazine features several articles exploring different religious and spiritual perspectives. Swami Lokeswarananda highlights Hinduism's emphasis on the sanctity and unity of life. Swami Narayanananda, in "The End of Philosophy," presents a series of harrowing accounts of violence and cruelty during the partition of India and Pakistan, contrasting the barbarity of humans with the compassion shown by animals, and attributing such acts to religious fanaticism, prejudice, and lack of spiritual development. He argues that the true path lies in understanding the unity of God and humanity, and that harming others is harming oneself. Sadhu Vaswani, in "The Flute Player," shares an encounter with a simple flute player whose philosophy emphasizes serving humanity and shedding the illusion of 'greatness.'

UFOs and Paranormal Phenomena

Charles Bowen and G. Creighton investigate the mysterious phenomena in Warminster, UK, discussing strange sounds, vibrations, and alleged bird deaths, linking them to potential UFO activity and the theories of Aimé Michel regarding 'straight lines' of sightings. The article "The Enigma of George Adamski" by Charles Bowen examines the controversial UFO contactee, discussing his claims, photographs, and the skepticism he faced from both the public and within the UFO research community. It touches upon the possibility of his stories being embellished or even believed by Adamski himself.

Personal Experiences and Psychic Phenomena

Edgar Cayce contributes an article on "Telepathy," describing his experiments and warning against the misuse of thought power, emphasizing the importance of using such abilities for good and respecting free will. Robert S. Plimpton shares his personal experience of finding a home using dowsing in "We Found Our Home with a Dowsing Rod," detailing how dowsing helped him and his family locate a suitable property. The magazine also includes a brief mention of a UFO conference in Australia where a pastor recounted an encounter with a mysterious machine and its occupants.

Biorythms and Human Potential

Bertil Nilsson's article "Biorythmology from Another Perspective" discusses the theories of Dr. W. Fliess regarding biological rhythms (23, 28, and 33-day cycles) and their potential correlation with critical life events and accidents. The author expresses skepticism about the practical application of biorythms for the general public, particularly for neurotic individuals, while acknowledging their potential use in specific fields like medicine and specialized training.

Eastern and Western Religious Thought

The issue includes brief statements from representatives of various religions, including Islam (Muhammed Ali on peace through submission to God), Judaism (Isaac Levy on recognizing God's dominion), and Buddhism (U San Nyun on overcoming negativity with positivity). The article "Seeking the Higher Self" by Bo Johnson explores the concept of achieving a higher consciousness through meditation and self-realization, drawing parallels with Eastern philosophies and the idea of transcending the personal ego to connect with the universal consciousness.

Other Features

"What Happens Over Warminster?" by Charles Bowen and Gordon Creighton details reports of a glowing cigar-shaped object seen over Warminster, including witness accounts and descriptions. "The Enigma of George Adamski" continues, discussing his photographs and the "fireflies" phenomenon. The magazine also includes a section on "New Books," a poem by Arnulf Øverland titled "A Household Tablet," and a brief mention of economic contributors.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue of SÖKAREN revolve around the exploration of consciousness, the divine nature of existence, and the search for higher truths. The magazine appears to advocate for a spiritual worldview that transcends materialism, encouraging readers to explore paranormal phenomena, different religious philosophies, and personal spiritual development. The editorial stance seems open to investigating unconventional ideas and experiences, presenting them for the reader's consideration rather than as definitive truths. There is a consistent emphasis on the interconnectedness of all beings and the underlying unity of existence, often framed within a context of Eastern and Western spiritual traditions.