Theos-Talk Archives (December 2003 Message tt00396)

Dec 30 20003

Re: What to do with a "truth?"


Dear friend:

I would say: explained and shared invariably. But there is a question
of timing here. The sharing invokes a proviso at least..

One proviso is that a dangerous truth should not be revealed to one who
has not yet the ability to use it safely and wisely. The way in which
Nature (our Universe) handles the problem is a good example.

We will have to grant it (as a vast unit of intelligence) the faculty of
an entire range of consciousness and knowledge extending from ignorance
to complete universal cognisance.  

Also you will have to grant to its components a progressive scale of
incremental individual intelligence (wheels within wheels ?). These,
impersonally, will take over local applications and supervision of the
vast Plan. Perhaps, one might call it an academy of immortal wise men?
But then immortality to every component of the Universe must also be
granted, together with the innate potential of (eventually) itself
entering this "academy." As I see it, this kind of "academy" runs pari
passu with the whole of evolution. It may be called the Universal MIND,
perhaps. If so, the concept of the "academicians" forming a 
"Brotherhood of the Wise" is not a foreign or an impossible concept. 

And -- one is able to see in this the schema and plan of the
Theosophical philosophy. But this comes through if one studies it in
its entirety.

As to the imparting of truth. It is an unhappy situation for the one who
knows, possesses and may be using the "truth," since it makes him / her
responsible for any abuse made the one to whom he entrusts it. This is
said to be a part of the karma of becoming a "teacher" in howsoever
small a manner. It is a part of the tribute one pays for being a
"human."  

Is not the "Family of Man" all inclusive? It reaches far beyond
(theosophically) the living of this single life, and encompasses a whole
string of previous lives during which the singular intelligence of any
"man (mind)" develops and grows in perception. The concept of
immortality begins, as concept, with the immortal "atom." If endowed
with intelligence, it pursues an ever more self-guided life passing from
form to form until it acquires the mental capacity of a "human."
Thereafter "reincarnation" becomes the process of continued study and
experience. We are all involved, if you agree so far, in this universal
"School."

And this brings up the delicate subject of morality and ethics -- and
how does one determine the fitness of another. A very ticklish
situation. Quite unpleasant in fact.

It would seem from a careful study of Theosophy that such care is
already in place. Many approach Theosophy and are daunted by the mixture
of elements presented as an integrated and working whole. It seems to
have been concealed for long. But how? Why? By whom? Does it do any
good? Does it help anyone? 

The inquirer is presented with information, things to read and think
about on his own. Included is a study of the development of ideas, and
of history, from antiquity up to the present. There is no compulsion, he
is left free to make his own decisions.

Even a starting point is not made precise, as it is assumed his inquiry
has led him to this field of study, and he has fitted himself to guide
his own study. Information will always be provided when asked for.  

He is expected to mold his own tools: mind, thought, will, desire, in
fact all that goes to make him a conjoined personality (living this
present life), and, secondly, an IMMORTAL Spiritual SELF interior to
him. This is One who helps and guides him when appealed to. In final
matters it is always the inner SELF (not egotism or selfishness, but the
impersonal and universal MAN) that is the surest guide for each of us.
Some call it "intuition," and some call its messages: "The Voice of
Conscience." 

What is your reaction to this?  

How familiar are you with theosophical literature? The modern
representation of ancient Theosophy, as a "stream," started with ISIS
UNVEILED, and this was followed by the queries and answers in articles
printed in THEOSOPHIST. The SECRET DOCTRINE was published and for
new-comers The KEY TO THEOSOPHY was published. The SECRET DOCTRINE
brought out many inquiries focusing on the obvious fact of a secret
ancient School of the Wise. For those who sensed the Inner SELF the
booklet The VOICE OF THE SILENCE was issued --m indicating the lines of
inner discipline that leads the "personal self" -- the mask we presently
wear -- to the INNER, the IMMORTAL SELF. 

Best wishes,

Dallas

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-----Original Message-----

From: alden
Sent: Monday, December 29, 2003 1:44 PM
To: 
Subject: Re: Truism relative to Masters/Teachers


> Dallas,

I found your dissertation to be both eloquent
and sound. What about truth? Once it is possessed
or claimed to be known, does it need to be defended?
Or just shared!

Alden

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"Dallas TenBroeck" <dalval14@e...wrote: Dec 29th 2003

> 
> Dear Friend:
> 
> I tried to understand what you wrote, but I believe I may express 
some of the ideas a little different from you. Please consider:
> 
> 
> Concerning WISDOM and TRUTH..
> 
> As Ideals they exist of themselves. They are the LAWS inherent 
since all time in Nature (the Universe). Some call them "God's Laws." 
> 
> How they are described varies with thinkers, seers and writers. The
> words will also vary with races, languages and cycles of time.
> 
> Vanity (as I understand it to be) is a disguised desire for 
authority and showing off ones actual or pretended abilities. But all
true 
wisdom or truths are self existent, they have to be "common-sense.".
They 
are the laws of Nature and prevalent uniformly in nature. No one owns 
them and no one has a single master-key to them and to understanding 
them. They are the general property of the World / Universe. All 
thinking men and women have equal access to them. 

> 
> Obedience to wisdom is first an understanding of it, and then a 
willing adoption of its evident, common-sense processes. These are
always
> cooperative; and uniformly and impersonally, life-supporting. In 
fact every being and everything and being is already subject to the 
Laws of Nature. There are no exceptions. We all use them even if we
cannot
> explain them.
> 
> Brotherhood and peace as I understand them, are normal states of
> co-existence and cooperation -- each being is in its place and helps
> others as needed.
> 
> Disorder, strife, confusion and sorrow are the result of 
selfishness and
> ceasing to obey Nature's laws. In some cases this is the result of
> ignorance, and in others it is deliberate WRONG-DOING. The motives 
being
> different, the resultant Karma will differ.
> 
> Our Universe, our World, and finally our own bodies are good 
examples of
> "Unity in diversity." Also of the ability of many different types 
and
> kinds of atoms, molecules, cells, and more complex structures --
> extending to a vague comprehension of the exactitude needed to 
guide a living COSMOS -- Some primal; force, power, urge in every one,
.. 
etc. to live together in full cooperation.  
> 
> But who guides? What is the final purpose of living and of our
> endeavors? Why are we all here? And when a life ends, and the body 
is dissipated - is there no future? Is reincarnation a reasonable
> alternative to fruitless living? How do we explain individual
> consciousness, and increments of intelligence? 
> 
> These are, of course, the way in which I would express my ideas on 
these subjects.
> 
> Best wishes,
> 
> Dallas
> 
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