Theos-Talk Archives (December 1997 Message tt00141)

John Catron wrote:
>
> I can agree with you, Mark.  I see so much here in the deep south that
> there are so many of the Christians that "worship" the Holy Bible rather
> than the essence of the teachings therein.   The "Bible" has become
> their God.  So much "The WORD", yet "the WORD" so espoused is a
> translation (probably of a/many translation(s)) of an older work.

Thanks, John. I know just what you mean.

> I see a beauty in the Dzyan.  Whether accurate translation is
> immaterial.  For me, the reaching for the Oneness, the development
> within myself of compassionate understanding of my fellowbeings, and
> LOVE is what is important.

Couldn't agree more, but without a historical basis it slides pretty
quickly into myth and legend. Besides, since the time of Blavatsky,
there are lots of actual texts and experienced practitioners available
to the West to consult.

> As for the history, the planetary systems, rounds, root races, sub
> races, whether true or not is unimportant for me at this point of my
> evolution.

How would you prove it anyway?

> > unless I first earn it by thoroughly becoming the
> > best human being I can be.
>
> Right on!  Daddy-o
> (now that dates me!)

Shoo bee doo bee ...

Mark
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