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SUPERMUNDANE

The Inner Life

Book Two

1938

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The Inner Life

250. Urusvati knows that often a short thought, quick as lightning, is of more value than lengthy

contemplation. But this is not readily understood. People think that artificial profundity is stronger than a

swift thought, not realizing that lightning thought can be evidence of the highest influence. Long

ponderous thoughts can usually be traced to some earthly origin, but it is far more difficult to determine

the source of a fleeting thought, which is of such speed that one cannot fully comprehend it and put it into

words.

Such messages can deal with the loftiest concepts. But they are often misinterpreted, the subtlety

of their meaning is distorted, and they usually vanish without a trace. We are often the source of these

messages, which We send out for the general good of humanity without knowing who the recipients will

be. Thus thoughts are engendered in various parts of the world. But it is lamentable that so many of these

glorious guests are rejected by the human mind.

Long ago, the Thinker taught His disciples to pay attention to short, swift thoughts. “The sparks

of the Highest Intelligence pierce us like lightning. Blessed is he who knows how to keep them in his

heart. Indeed, you should perceive them with your heart, which cannot be burnt by their flame, whereas

the brain could be seared.”

251. Urusvati knows about the diversity of cosmic events. The subtle quality of manifestations of

the fundamental energies should be especially emphasized. People expect only the grossest phenomena,

and will accept nothing less than complete darkness at midday, or the entire earth in flames. But sudden,

spectacular events such as these do not occur, because the harmony of Cosmic Law does not permit such

shocks.

However, Nature's book is full of subtle omens, and people should be able to read them. Only the

blind will fail to see the fiery signs, and only imperceptive physicians will not distinguish the fiery

diseases. People say, “The sun rises, the moon shines, and everything is in order; yet for some mysterious

reason we feel threatened.” Those who can see will point out unusual events that are influencing human

nature, while other events will pass unnoticed. Many things happen in unpredictable places, and if you

were to record the whereabouts of earthquakes, floods, epidemics, unusual atmospheric events, and

unexplained tensions, you would have a book about the sickness of the planet.

We greatly value the ability to observe objectively the omens of nature. Learn the symptoms of

disease. Physicians must not cease observing; if they do, they are not physicians. We pay attention to

many cosmic signs. The planet is very sick, and man cannot remain indifferent when his whole being is

filled with the influences of the subtlest energies.

The Thinker said, “Who can determine the measure of Nature's forces?”

252. Urusvati knows how ignorant most people are about the origins of events. They cannot

perceive even the culminating points, and are satisfied with effects alone. But a sensitive heart will

tremble at the very inception of an event. Perhaps no proper words can be found to describe this feeling,

but its unspoken meaning will at once resound in the depths of the heart.

When We say, “Affirm the success,” it will be asked, “But where is the proof that it has taken

place?” People do not understand that something beyond mere words is happening, and this “something”

determines the combination of energies. An inexperienced eye cannot catch the first vibrations of

atmospheric tension. An untrained ear cannot hear the developing accumulation of forces. To a casual

observer nothing is happening, and everything remains as it always was, covered with dust!

When then did something meaningful happen? The reaction of the worldly one will be that

nothing has taken place, and he will become indignant, asking, “Where is that affirmed success?”

Therefore, care should be taken when you speak about the inception of events. Only a well-tested

consciousness will embrace this idea. One should not expect people to rejoice about something that is not

evident to them. And if We add that many events originate on days when signs are favorable, most people

will not understand it. Superstitions are readily accepted, while scientific conclusions are ridiculed. Thus,

today We shall say, “Affirm success.”

The Thinker said, “Every man can accelerate a cosmic event by the smile of his heart.”

253. Urusvati knows how important is the relationship between microcosm and macrocosm.

Science traces fluctuations in the motion of the Earth, but no one considers their cause. And when We

say, as We have already said, that their cause lies in the accumulation of gas spread by humanity itself, no

one will believe it or admit that there are also such abnormalities in the functioning of other planets. But

if one planet is sick, other parts of the Universe will respond. People are familiar only with epidemics on

Earth, but similar manifestations also occur on a macrocosmic scale.

The dangers that We repeatedly point out, caused by unbalanced, purposeless ways of living, are

part of the supermundane existence—hence, the title of these particular notes of the Brotherhood. But

instead of being actively concerned about their negative effect on the macrocosm, people ask how beings

of other planets clothe themselves! If a house is on fire, however, and someone were to ask the owner

about his clothes, the question would be considered inappropriate, or insane. How then can We impress

upon the human mind that right now we are experiencing a fiery Armageddon in which much can be

destroyed? We want to draw special attention to this so that people will understand how much depends

upon them. Let us not be afraid to repeat “how much.” Let these words make it clear that each microcosm

is responsible for the macrocosm. Do not assume that such a comparison is out of order. The bond

between the microcosm and the macrocosm is the foundation of the world.

Pointing to an ant, the Thinker said, “He has come from afar; do not disturb his labor.”

254. Urusvati knows how much people confuse peace of mind with the inner peace that is the

source of peace for all else. Seeking for inner peace should be encouraged, for only this equilibrium

makes higher communion possible and opens the doors for the best decisions.

However, there are those seeking inner peace who are filled with selfishness and false modesty,

and believe that they will acquire inner peace by doing nothing. These are not bad people, they do no evil,

but their “good” is of little value. What kind of peace can come from inertia? True inner peace can be

likened to Nirvana, in which all the energies are so intensified that they are unified in their ascent.

People should strive for inner peace while participating in life. In the best teachings it is clearly

indicated that one can be at peace even on the battlefield. There is much beautiful imagery that teaches us

how one can transmit truth and be spiritually uplifted even in the noise of battle! We must remind those

who are lost to inaction that by their way of life they may create an illusion of peace, but their spirit will

not be strengthened, nor will it succeed.

The Thinker said, “The ocean is stormy and agitated because the elements are ignorant of the

higher laws, but the human spirit is enlightened and can be at peace even in the midst of a storm. Inner

peace is an imitation of the Divine.”

255. Urusvati knows that people love to immerse themselves in the past. Everything about it

fascinates them, and they are ready to forget the ugliest events in their past in order to cling to those

things so dear to them. They detest the tempo of today and cherish the hope that life will return to the

slow-flowing current of yesterday. If you tell them that this is impossible, and inform them of the coming

of the New World, you will be labeled a destroyer of traditions and a dangerous revolutionary!

But who is strong enough to bring back the former weak currents when the river is already

overflowing its banks? Indeed, the new rhythm is tiring for those who are unable to accept it. An

unassimilated rhythm can even become destructive. Uncontrolled gases can be deadly. A technique

wrongly applied can cause calamities, and many dangers have arisen because of ignorance. Nevertheless,

the new rhythm has already entered life, and people cannot ignore the new conditions that are flooding it.

Returning to the past is impossible, and one must harmonize oneself with the new conditions. For that

purpose, people should pay attention to the humanities, and the art of thinking must be revived.

Scientists are discovering new characteristics of the human brain, and such research is useful for

establishing the equilibrium of rhythm. The brain and nervous system will provide unusual discoveries

that will create possibilities for adjustment to the new rhythm.

The speed of life will seem frightening until people develop a speed of thought sufficient to

outstrip it. People must accept cosmic conditions or there will be dangerous discord. The motion of Earth

will slow down, but at the same time the influx of energies will be accelerated. Each disharmony is

destructive in itself, and each disunity brings disruption. When it was declared that ideas rule the world,

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