(05-15-2010, 07:05 PM)Paws4parker Wrote: [ -> ]How does "The Rapture" fit in with Ascension or better yet, The Cosmic Plan of our One Infinite Creator?
I believe "The Rapture", in mainstream Christian terms, refers to how Judgement Day would play out. The typical scenario is when all the faithful are whisked away to Heaven and the unrighteous left on Earth, and then Armaggedon starts and the unfaithful are eventually cast into hell.
In my honest opinion, there is no direct analog to "The Rapture" in what I know of the "Cosmic Plan of our One Infinite Creator." The closest I can think of would be the Harvest, but even so, it is quite distinct. According to Law of One material, the "Ascension" is really more of a spiritual "graduation" into 4th density. This is accomplished by polarizing successfully in 3rd density, by choosing and living either Service to Others (positive) greater than 51% of the time or Service to Self (negative) greater than 95% of the time. This ascension, or graduation, to the 4th density takes place during regular cycles in what is known as the Harvest.
We, and the Earth, are currently going through a Harvest period. Of that, there is no doubt.
While the Rapture is generally described as an abrupt process, there are actually two broad schools of thought on the Harvest. One is that the harvest will be an instantaneous uplift into 4D, usually in 2012. The other is that the Harvest is a gradual process that happens naturally after death and that the complete transition to 4D will continue for many years. Ra left enough ambiguity in this area to protect free will. There are several very interesting older threads that discuss these two views of the Harvest, if you want to explore that nuance further.
Regardless of which school of thought turns out to be right on that, the Harvest is going to be a 3 way split between those graduating 4D positive, who will remain here, those graduating 4D negative, who will incarnate on a different 4D planet, and finally those who did not successfully polarize, who will simply incarnate on another 3D world to participate in another cycle. I guess I can see how someone could see elements of the Rapture in this or think of souls going to Heaven, Hell, and Purgatory, but I still believe the Harvest is quite distinct.
(05-15-2010, 07:05 PM)Paws4parker Wrote: [ -> ]Lately, our Pastor, has started a class about Biblical Prophecy & how it predicts the "End Time Signs" which he says we are in now, and "The Rapture" & how things are really coming to an 'end' very very soon...like within our own life time. So, I am wondering just how it all fits in.
In my view, the Bible is of mixed polarity -- there are both profoundly positive and deeply negative parts. Despite being heavily modified, mistranslated, and adulterated, the Bible does contain some prophecies with an element of truth. My problem is that the waters are so muddy that I cannot rely on it as clear source of information on the Harvest. In contrast, modern churches tend to view the Bible as completely positive and the only source of Truth and Prophecy, and so classes such as the one you are described are formed with the Bible alone as foundation.
(05-15-2010, 07:05 PM)Paws4parker Wrote: [ -> ]We attend the First Christian Church here in El Centro. There is LOTS of information from the Law of One material I see relating with what he's talking about. However, I feel badly for him, because I really think that he isn't seeing the "whole picture" (my own opinion).
There are Law of One elements in Christianity, as are there in Buddhism, Hinduism, Sikhism, etc.. You're right, he's probably not seeing the whole picture due to boxed in Christian-only thinking, but we have to remember a sense of humility. As aware as we may think we are, I would wager that most of us, myself included, are not seeing the "whole picture", no matter what we think.
(05-15-2010, 07:05 PM)Paws4parker Wrote: [ -> ]But who am I to contradict what a pastor says?
You have every right to contradict any other human, as long as it is done with consideration and respect. You have a right to free thought. You are no less qualified than he is to speak on spiritual topics. We are all equal at the soul level. We are all teach/learners, no more, no less.
(05-15-2010, 07:05 PM)Paws4parker Wrote: [ -> ]. But, I do quite a bit to myself & my husband anyway!
Good!
(05-15-2010, 07:05 PM)Paws4parker Wrote: [ -> ]We both feel deeply & have had lucid dreams about the both of us being Wanderers & have done the several "questionaires" & meditations to come to this conclusion.
Well, then, you probably are. As I recall, Ra mentioned that this Law of One material would appeal more readily to Wanderers than any others.
(05-15-2010, 07:05 PM)Paws4parker Wrote: [ -> ]In a private talk that he had with both my husband and I, he said what I have here (combining Eastern wisdom & Law of One) and are going forth with is a "philosophy" not a "teaching", that is from Jesus Christ.
The beautiful thing here is that he probably had that talk with you because he was worried about your soul. Because he truly cares for you and is afraid of you going to Hell. Even so, however well-intentioned, that attitude is fear-based and does not respect your free will to explore all paths to the Creator and Seek in your own way.
I actually do think Ra would agree that "philosophy" is a better word to use than "teaching". However, the difference is really semantical in that context. What that comment really implies is that only Jesus's words count as a proper "teaching", where every other system is reduced to a "mere" philosophy.
I do not see it this way. I have learned much from the words of Jesus, and been inspired by the Bible. However, I have learned just as much (if not more) from the words of the Buddha and Guru Nanak. I choose to see all 3 of these great souls (and indeed several others) as Teachers. My personal "philosophy" combines elements of those three teachings, and those of Krishna & Lao Tsu, and the Law of One. Your own personal philosophy will be different than mine, but it is no less valid! According to the Ra group, ones personal "mythology" or "philosphy" doesn't really matter in terms of the Harvest. The point of it all is to polarize, and that can be done while following just about any tradition that is meaningful to you, including Christianity, Rastafarianism, Buddhism, or a religion of your own design.
(05-15-2010, 07:05 PM)Paws4parker Wrote: [ -> ]I've read what quite a lot of other posts here speak of Yahway, which I accept as being referred to as Jesus, since the Bible refers tro Him as Yahway also?
Actually, I believe that Yahweh refers to a soul group in the Ra Material. I also thought the Bible referred to Yahweh as God, not Jesus. In any case, I think there could be a mismatch in terminology somewhere so I don't want to "Steer you wrong". I recommend doing a search for Yahweh on
http://Lawofone.info to delve into the topic.
(05-15-2010, 07:05 PM)Paws4parker Wrote: [ -> ]The LOO refers to Jesus as an Ascended Master, instead of as our "Savior" like the Pastor teaches & is in the Holy Bible.
Well, I suppose you could say that, technically. Jesus is referred to in Law of One as a 4th Density (almost 5th) Wanderer who incarnated in 3D earth with the express intention of aiding the upliftment of Consciousness by teaching the lessons of Love. He incarnated just 2k years before the end of the 75k year great harvest cycle to aid us and give us the gift of his TEACHING. The point? To increase positive polarity and positive harvest. To help us graduate! And if you think about the timing, it's not hard to see why Christians have been proclaiming that the end is near since the birth of their religion -- Jesus was well aware that, relatively speaking, the end of the 3D cycle was at hand.
Unfortunately, the Christian church has tended to celebrate Jesus's death far more than his life. Teaching us that we need a savior discourages taking responsibility for our own actions and our own growth. Telling us we are not worthy, that we are born in sin, and need some kind of Blood Sacrifice to redeem ourselves, disempowers us. The Law of One teaching, in contrast, puts responsibility for growth and service squarely on our own shoulders. The Ra group gave us information that empowers us. I am sure Jesus did the same thing as well, it's just that much of his original Teachings have been lost or modified.
(05-15-2010, 07:05 PM)Paws4parker Wrote: [ -> ]I personally, believe that He is One & the same...if that makes any sense. Also, is "The Ascension" basically what our pastor is calling "The Second coming of Jesus Christ"?
Well, again we are comparing apples to oranges in terminology. However, the 4th Density is the density of love and understanding. It is a higher level of consciousness than we know now. I am no expert, but I have heard it suggested that the 2nd coming of Christ is a metaphor for the coming of 4th Density consciousness. That Jesus is not literally returning, but rather the spirit of the understanding and compassion that he obtained during his brief incarnation with us, will reign in all of our hearts when earth gloriously Ascends to the 4th Density. The 2nd coming, in short, is US.
(05-15-2010, 07:05 PM)Paws4parker Wrote: [ -> ]Sorry that my questions seem to be a bit of all over the place, but I'd really like to be able to understand the bigger picture a little bit better.
I thought your questions were very well thought out and lucid, it's no problem at all. I just want to add that I was trying to be humble while sharing my opinions, but I apologize if it did not seem so. I am only describing the Law of One as I understand it, and my perspective is heavily influenced by my own personal distortions. If something I said doesn't seem right to you, then it probably is NOT right for you. And I am sure that if I have written something that is not accurate in terms of Ra references, that someone will correct me. Nevertheless, I hope you find this info helpful.
(05-15-2010, 07:05 PM)Paws4parker Wrote: [ -> ]I do realize that I have so much more to learn & read & meditate about, but it's okay, because I'll have all Eternity to do so.
Yes, indeed!
(05-15-2010, 07:05 PM)Paws4parker Wrote: [ -> ]PS...I am not fearing death anymore, now that I know/believe that I will continue to go on & learn more Love & that I can go on growing in wisdom & light!
That is beautiful. Part of winning the Game of life is to let go of our fear and increase our love.
Love to all