Theos-Talk Archives (December 1997 Message tt00062)

Thoa,

>My mentioning S&M probably is an attack on some people right now.  Can you
>explain that?  Can you apply the universal law in such instances when
>relative values and divided perceptions will create divided sensibilities?

See the end of my last message in reference to Justice!

>Yes, you can try to explain to people that they are suffering in this world
>due to the law of Karma.  However, that is not going to heal them.  How do
>you heal a victim of childhood abuses?  How do you heal their shame and
>anger?

Healing is by love. (I hope.)
>There is a point of view that Karma is cruel.  When some people are greatly
>suffering in the present life while others are having an easy go of it, it
>is hard for them not to curse or question the karmic law.  It is also hard
>wondering what they did in the past life to deserve this suffering.  Is
>there not an implied punishment in that?

When I first heard about karma it was a very painful experience thinking I
definitely had to live life again. I thought it was beautiful having one
life and then "mystery" and perhaps something better !?! Then I got used to
it and decided to do what they (Patanjali) asked.

>Also, how can you
>ever be sure that you really understand the LAW. Where is the line between
>arrogance and humility in the face of it?

I personally don't like LAW to be accentuated so much unless we mention,
not only that God is LAW (and LOVE) but that we also are law. I like to
consider law when I am able to convince myself that I AM the LAW. I feel
more power and grace.

>Thank you for your offer.  I have a heavy library, from Blavatsky's 'Key'
>to Zarathustra.  In a fragmented world, I believe in looking at as many
>fragments as I can to get a clearer picture.  Of course, I find books
>lacking.  I prefer to do what Krisnamurti suggested and quietly enjoy the
>world with awareness.  On the other hand, I also believe Hegel when he said
>that although our minds have an 'essence', or a direct reflection of
>something we're viewing, our essence is built up according to our gathering
>experiences.  Maybe Krisnamurti thinks he  can see things in their basic
>essence (without gathering experiences) each time.  However, based on my
>experience and memory of childhood essence and adult essence, I have a
>greater understanding and appreciation in my adult essence.  It's like in
>art, you have to learn how to draw, analyze color theories, and know about
>art history, but when you get in front of that canvas, you need to forget
>about them.

This is really a beautiful thought. Thank you and bless you.

Brenda