A gift to humanity \u2013\u00a0a hopeful view of expanding consciousness. According to\u00a0the School for Esoteric Studies<\/a>, the Great Invocation is\u00a0meant\u00a0to be a combination of visualization (imagination), “meditation (mind), prayer (feeling and\/or intuition), and affirmation (will).” It allows us to be fully engaged in spiritual work without adhering to the author’s beliefs.<\/p>\n I like that the invocation is spiritually inclusive, taking into account the common core beliefs of many religions. When you read it (in the quoted material from Unfolding: Awakening), consider the words with the following understandings. These are my own\u00a0interpretations, so I encourage you to visit the link above and the Lucis Trust<\/a>\u00a0for a better framework in which to develop your personal view.<\/p>\n The “light of understanding from a basic universal intelligence” is how I\u00a0interpret “the point of light within the Mind of God”.\u00a0Enlightened understanding is something I as an individual and we as interconnected beings need a constant supply of. This energy can affect our attitudes, intentions, character, and goals. An illuminated mind improves our mental, physical, and social health.<\/p>\n “Love” in this context can be defined as an energy combining\u00a0intelligence and\u00a0compassionate empathy\u00a0(I feel what you feel with you). This is the type of love we need to build relationships.<\/p>\n “Will” can be defined in many ways. I admit I have allowed myself to become\u00a0truly\u00a0irate with some of the concepts of will my friend The Alchemist has professed. An examination of “will” is for another post. For now, let’s consider the “Will of God” to be natural law and cosmic\u00a0consciousnesses\/intelligence and “human wills” to be guided into a cooperation, if not transformation, with universal harmony that is also personally healthy.<\/p>\n I\u00a0especially\u00a0welcome your posts on “the Plan”. These two words can set some of us off into our worst fears and best hopes. \u00a0Having pondered the intended meaning of “the Plan” within the Great Invocation, I feel more comfortable with it. Please presume with me that cosmic consciousnesses, at least for humans, is the collective goodwill, love, energy of healthy relationships, and the compassionate hope for self and all others. It would follow then, that such will and energy\u00a0would preclude (render obsolete)\u00a0unfounded\u00a0fear of others, greed, disregard of others, and any empty (evil) behaviors that cause mistreatment of others or painful emotions within ourselves.<\/p>\n Thanks for going along with me on this one. I’d like to know how you form your own ideas.<\/p>\n The version of the Great Invocation used in Unfolding: Awakening<\/em> is called the “Adapted Version”. At least 120 versions exist<\/a> to accommodate\u00a0various languages, religions, and cultures.<\/p>\n At the end of Chapter 3 in\u00a0Unfolding: Awakening<\/em>, Andrea <\/strong>and Drew<\/strong> are on an international phone call. This passage is from Drew’s point of view<\/strong>. The first speaker is Andrea<\/strong> talking about Tyler<\/strong>.<\/p>\n \u201cI\u2019m not ready to give him up yet, Drew. I would have been lost without him. I want to be able to help him now.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cThe best help is to be available. Be in the present moment when you are with him, or when talking on the phone. Don\u2019t be typing away or playing solitaire. Give him your complete attention.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cI need to help him.\u201d<\/p>\n I began to recite:<\/p>\n \u201cFrom the point of Light within the Mind of God From the point of Love within the Heart of God From the centre where the Will of God is known From the centre which we call the human race Let Light and Love and Power restore the Plan on Earth.<\/p>\n \u201cEverything always works out, Andrea, whether we want it to or not. He\u2019ll eventually be fine. That\u2019s why we keep coming back here, to work things out.\u201d<\/p>\n Consider the personal benefits of\u00a0affirmation, intention, meditation, constructive thought, and\u00a0intercession. It’s all here. With thoughtful daily use, a person can improve his or her attitude and other attributes.<\/p>\n The more people who join in this Great Invocation, the more we become connected and the greater its effect. This can be considered spiritual work for one\u2019s self and for humanity.<\/p>\n At the very least, participating decreases some of our stress and struggles. \u00a0Joining with two others in a “triangle”<\/a> adds more depth of experience and sense of community.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Let love stream forth,<\/p>\n – ConiAnn<\/em><\/strong>. Limpert<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n __________________<\/span><\/p>\n Thanks to the LUCIS TRUST for permission to use the Adapted Version of the Great Invocation.<\/p>\n \u00a0http:\/\/www.lucistrust.org\/en\/service_activities\/e_mantrams\/the_great_invocation_adapted<\/a><\/p>\nWhy is it in the Unfolding<\/em> series?<\/h2>\n
\nLet light stream forth into human minds.
\nLet Light descend on Earth.<\/p>\n
\nLet love stream forth into human hearts.
\nMay the Coming One return to Earth.<\/p>\n
\nLet purpose guide all little human wills –
\nThe purpose which the Masters know and serve.<\/p>\n
\nLet the Plan of Love and Light work out
\nAnd may it seal the door where evil dwells.<\/p>\n\u00a0Why should you be interested?<\/h2>\n
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