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Whatsoever your doubts We shall dispel them in life-

but hearken!

We shall manifest miracles in your days-but discern!

Let your heart be your judge, and faith your power.

Be content with the true Indications whispered to your

spirit.

My friends, you chose to take a happy road,

leading to Me.You must teach others to search for My World-

the World of the Knowing Spirit.

89. Hearken not to those who approach when you are not alert.

A window open to darkness is also open to the voices

of the night.

But a call of love will bring response from the

Beloved.

Love Those Who have chosen you.

Realize the ties that bind you to your Guideand naught unworthy will come near to you.

Love! Discern! Strike evil! My Blessings are with you.

188. Discern in the new happenings the battle that

was foretold.

205. I revealed to you new images-learn to discern.

It may be painful to see even your friends unmasked,

But knowledge and truth are above all.

253. The earthly emanations are sometimes trying.

People will come to you. Display fire, they need it.

We must not hesitate when we see that we can bring

them light.

Close not the path to the new who knock.

The old forms are of no use.

The one who understands Beauty will keep the

travelers on their path.

276. Whilst thou wert at the market

A merchant knocked upon our door.He wished to exchange his necklace for thine.

For thy red stones, he showed us stones of blue fire.

Mother, we knew not which stones were brighter.

The merchant was tall, and raven was his beard.

Why art thou so pensive, Mother?

The merchant meant to deceive us.

Red as blood are thy stones

and brilliant as fire thy necklace.

Why art thou so pensive, Mother?

We will not let him enter again.But why do thy tears fall?

One of them glistens with a blue flame.


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Was he not a sorcerer?

Nor do the hands of children discern the best stones.

Often the red ones are their choice.

322. I shall say to those who knock:

On your way you may perceive a heart-a vessel

brimming with spirituality.Know to discern it.

If you recognize it, try to approach as closely as

possible.

Remember, spirituality, like flame, kindles new fires,

and, like a miraculous magnet, attracts.

Therefore, turn not aside the predestined happiness.

We can send a call, but this call is not repeated.

One should have an open way.

I speak to all who stifle in the confines of self-madecellars.

Approach, you who await joy,

The day of joy is at hand.

I said it!

332. When through the tatters of your temporary bodies

shines the splendor of your spirit,

Are you not filled with strength and joy?

And are not all your beings united in the joy

of that labor of your spirit?

And then am I near to you.

And then does your ear discern the soft sound of My step.

358. The Days of Darkness have approached.

I charge you: Guard the shield and display trust,

For I have already shown to you My Sign.

Happiness has come to you; do not deal with it roughly.

And wings are bearing across the world

the happiness of the unfolding of Our Plan.

Discern the manifestations; My Shield is strong.

385. It is time to ponder about the New World.

My Teaching opens the doorway to action.

Madly do people rush about, not knowing the future.

Doomed crowds are hastening to destruction.

Their course is bearing them to the abyss.

Observe the strivings of the madmen.

Revealed is an abyss of new transgressions.

Obvious manifestations fail to alarm

the brains of the half-witted.

To the fool the time is an empty one,But grave it is for those who discern the Light.


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See also: The Call, paragraphs 248, 249, 342.

Leaves of Moryas Garden,

Book II, Illumination, 1925

I:VI:4. Each one has his goal. I provide the gateway fitting for the spirit. Through it one may enter into a

transformed world, where the mind dwells at home in all lands.The spirit learns to fly when sorrow sharpens the eyesight. The ray of realization of the Infinite illumines the

bestowed good. There is the path of Earth and the path of wings. Discern and choose.

I:IX:10. The wings of spirit grow in quiet. Dedicate in prayer the time of Our Communions, because for the

Communion We shall bring the very best. The current of Communion creates a wondrous ladder to the very

loftiest manifestations of the Creatorthe ladder of Spirit. You can struggle in life, you can discern when is the

hour to invoke My Hand.

II:II:1. Maitreya sends courage. Maitreya will accept the gift. Maitreya feels its love. Maitreya sends blessings

upon the joyous labor. Maitreya bestows labor upon Earth in the name of miracle. Walk joyfully. It is a joy toMe to lead the smiling ones. Discern the Teaching of Light in each manifestation.

II:IV:7. You must discern masked faces and know how to make My Name the armor of each action.

II:VIII:5. Along with a ocean wave small streamlets of events are given. Can one confuse a streamlet with an

ocean? But upon Earth one always hurries to confuse the personal with the world-wide. As the hand feels the

thickness of a fabric, so must the spirit discriminate the depth of the events. Do not be fascinated by the seeming

magnitude of events; because among the basic nodes there may be motley phantoms, and the streamlets can

temporarily change their beds.

An incidental moment, or silence, or indisposition, should not be attributed to the wave. Thus, if the traveler

stops for rest on his way this does not mean that he has deviated from the path.

II:X:10. One should know that among rejected people there are real pearls. Accept everyone who comes to you

and says a word about the spirit. Even in the hardened eyes of a brigand at times a thought of achievement

gleams. And even a convict understands self-sacrifice when on watch.

I want to see your cohorts real abodes for strong spirits. Remember that Christ prayed among thieves and

that Buddha revealed the sacrament to a brigand. Judge according to the eyes. Thus write it down.

III:II:18. When people leave they feel one of two ways: either that they have lived long in this place, which

means that their aura had become attached to objects, or that everything has come to an end around them, which

means that their aura is surging in aspiration.It is very important to distinguish these two kinds of people. Often by an external sign one can form an

opinion about the fundamental category.

Who then are My people? Those who do not feel any place to be their home; those who do not attach any

value to objects; who love to ascend mountains; who love the singing of birds; who value the air of the morning

hour; who value action more than time; who understand flowers; who display fearlessness without noticing it;

who abhor gossip; who esteem the manifestation of the joy of beauty; who understand the life beyond the limits

of the visible; who feel when one can partake of Amrita; who hasten to fulfill the prophecy. These, My people,

can use My Power.

As King in the Land of whirlwinds, I can send them a drop of dew from the tree Elgario, which reveals the

life of the future.

III:VI:14. It being necessary for animals to labor, then how consciously must human toil be applied! Let us not


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differentiate between labors. The only distinction is between consciousness and senselessness. It is necessary to

discern also the difference in age of the spirit. One can identify a recent spirit as compared with an old spirit by

noting the difference in striving. A recent spirit does not have the deep perceptions that are inculcated by the

experience of many lives, but often it has less egotism and is more adaptable to evolution.

III:VI:21. The labor of endless perfectionment is ordained by Us. And in moments of difficulty think about Us,

knowing that the wireless apparatus will not delay in connecting you with Us. But learn to think and to

distinguish the moment of real difficulty. Often people take good fortune for calamity, and vice versa. Expansionof consciousness will affirm spirit-knowledge, and this knowledge will lead to Our Community.

See also:Illumination, pages 55, 194, 245

Community, 1926

72. The Hand which discerns the Threads points out the path to Our Community.

77. A manifestation must be understood as evidence not to the eye but to the consciousness. In this lies thedifference between your and Our understanding. What you call a fact is a result, whereas We can discern the true

fact, invisible to you.

A blind one judges lightning by the thunder, but one who sees is not afraid of thunder. Thus, it is necessary

to learn to distinguish true facts from their effects.

When We speak about a destined event We see its true origin; but whoever will judge according to visible

effects only will be behindhand in his judgment. When We sayGo against evidence, We meanDo not fall

under the illusion of transitory events. One must clearly distinguish the past from the future. Indeed, humanity

suffers from this lack of discernment, whirling around in the illusions of effects.

A creative spark is contained in the process of an event, but not in its effects. Occupied with effects,

humanity is like a blind man who can sense the thunder only. It is possible to set forth a distinction between

those who judge by events and those who judge by effects.

Speak to your friends, that they should learn to observe the real according to the outbreak of the events.

Otherwise they remain readers of a newspaper edited by a knave.

Strain the consciousness to grasp the starting point of events, if you wish to be associated with the evolution

of the world. One can name numberless examples of pitiful, culpable and tragic misunderstandings, as a result of

which dates were jumbled.

The oak grows from the acorn under the earth, but the fool notices it only when he stumbles over it. Many

stumblings sully the earths crust. Enough of errors and lack of understanding in the hour of world tension!

It must be understood how carefully must one expend energy. It must be understood that only the right

doors will lead into the chamber of the Common Good.

85. The Teacher can distinguish those who have liberated their consciousness.

105. The study period will be a most agreeable hour when the teacher justly appraises the aptitudes of the pupils.

Only discernment of capabilities makes for a just relationship toward the future workers.

162. Whoever makes assertions about his devotion to the real and the authentic must particularly welcome the

discernment of reality. Not hypocritical stammering before the method of a recognized authority, but the struggle

and burning in quest of reality. Verily irresistibly, verily unalterably, in such vehemence of striving that neither

lofty mountain nor small hill hides space.

168. One can have no doubt in the potency of the will, but it is another matter to determine its power in life.

How to find and discern the conditions under which a desire can pierce the being identified by our will? It is


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particularly necessary to watch the sparks of our consciousness. Even when a body is almost invisible the

lightning of thought nevertheless flashes, and on the point of this lightning is life and death.

There was a certain ruler who said to some criminals: You cannot live more than a day, and at night they

were found lifeless. The responsibility for such sendings is great. And each hour we send arrows in all directions.

Be careful in expressing wishes.

169. During treatment of illnesses through a command of the will, remember that one must not try to overcome

infectious diseases by suggestion. A common error is the lack of knowledge of how to discern the circle ofpossible effect.

186. Every community is in need of defensive resources. We are not conquerors by force, but nevertheless We

keep an account of Our enemies, and We are not deceived about their numbers. Rays, gases, and aerial out-posts

will be the best external measures, but the most effective resources will be in the products of psychic energy. By

no means do We intend to present a spectacle of defenseless sheep! Real knowledge is ever ready to reply! We

are not interested in frightening anyone, but We must issue the warning: Beware, ignorant one! Now is the

time to whisper to all those who are united in community, Be conscious of your psychic commands. There are

and will be instances when in full consciousness you can take upon yourselves the responsibility for a decisive

order. But intensify at that time all keen-sightedness, in order to perceive clearly the circumference of yourtarget. A most ugly consequence will issue from a mis-directed order. On the way the most unexpected

manifestations may be touched, and who can control the consequences of an ill-sped arrow? Long ago did I say

to the enemy, I will receive into My shield all thy arrows, but I shall send thee only one. In these words is Our

entire Advice.

It is necessary for each community member to know the technique of battle, and particularly it is important

to distinguish pseudo-members and to expel them beyond the wall. No length of beard, no counting of chains, no

lameness, no assurances, no casual signs are of value as testimony. Only full consciousness, clear in its daily

vigilance, sincere in sleep, can present the countenance of true longing. Often sleep is more sincere than

wakefulness. Each sincerity has the right to be armed. And an unalterable command both engenders and smites.

187. How is it possible to feel oneself protected to the utmost? Only by establishing the closest bond with the

Teacher. Only in active cooperation and in reverence is concealed the best possibility of passing through the

dangerous spheres. The bond with the Teacher is a living penetration into the future.

There are earthly ancestors and cosmic ancestors; sometimes these concepts coincide, but because of

imperfection they are often separated. Thus, there is a chain of earthly ancestors and also a rainbow of cosmic

ancestors. It is not difficult to discern which manifestation will be the path of evolution.

190. One may ask how to know a newcomer. Indeed not by words. Better take the old method of the Eastby

the eyes, the gait, and the voice. Eyes cannot deceive, and, though gait and voice can indeed conceal the truth

through a particular skill, the combination of all three is unmistakable.

What then to do, when some people insist that all Hindus look alikethat it is impossible to distinguishChinese, Mongols, and Arabs, one from another! Is it possible to trust these people to distinguish the differences

in eyes and walk? For them all people walk on two legs and all stare.

Lack of analysis can offend the most patient guide.

One should develop observation in children from the earliest days.

207. From the first year of school let not slow pace be a handicap for rapid pace. Let the teacher keenly discern

those able to proceed swiftly. It is not necessary to praise them, but one should clear the path for them. One

should create intermediate courses; the fleet ones can run up these steps. Do not conceal difficulties from them.

For a certain type of consciousness every movement leading to achievement is already a light and a joy.

225. To proceed in the direction of evolution does not at all mean to be dragged along in the tail of the majority.

The whole history of humanity indicates that it is the minority that has divined evolution. And these few have


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drawn from somewhere the strength to surmount the obstacles.

Cosmic transformation in contact with the psychic energy creates the condition of a current of good

fortune. Thus spoke Buddha. He pointed out the distinction between evidence and reality. His likening of

evidence to a mirage is applicable for any contemporary discourse whatever.

Is it possible to discern the real current of evolution if a blinding evidence screens reality and prejudice

reigns as the established opinion? When will people realize the mirage of prejudice!

See also:New Era Community, paragraphs 97, 185, 266

Agni Yoga, 1929

19. Of all creative energies, thought remains supreme. What may be the crystal of this energy? Some believe that

precise knowledge is the crown of thought; but it would be more correct to say that legend is the crown of

thought. In legend is expressed the essence of creative energy. In a legends short formula are defined both hope

and achievement. It is a mistake to believe that legends are fantasies of antiquity. The impartial mind will discern

the legend spun through all the days of the Universe. Each great achievement of a nation, each great leader, each

important discovery, each cataclysm, each podvig is veiled in winged legend. Therefore, let us not disdain thelegends of truth; let us discern keenly and cherish the words of reality.

31. It is necessary to distinguish between indignation of spirit and irritation. The fire of irritation must be divided

into two kinds. When irritation has an impersonal cosmic character, its poison may be washed away by a current

of prana. But if harmful feelings, such as conceit or self-pity, intensify the irritation, the sediment of poison will

be precipitated upon the centers. Then there is no means to remove it; one can only wear it away by developing

cosmic perception.

Quality of thinking must be realized as healing. Gratitude is likewise the finest purifier of the organism. He

who has found the seed and realized the care of the Sender can project gratitude into space. Great is the healing

power of the emission of gratitude. One must transform everything abstract into reality.

84. I believe everyone can read Our books. I do not see any among those who approach Us who are afraid. Test

peoples fear. Show them frightening masks, then smile with understanding when their hearts tremble. Where is

their trust in the Teacher? Where is their understanding of where power lies? One can distinguish Our people at

the first call. Like deer will Our own hasten. I know no fearful mask that can turn them away.

We need not always take examples from giants or heroes. I recall a Hindu boy who had found his Teacher.

We asked him, Is it possible that the sun would seem dark to you if you saw it without the Teacher?

The boy smiled. The sun would remain as the sun, but in the presence of the Teacher twelve suns would

shine to me.

The sun of the wisdom of India will shine, because on the shore of a river there sits a boy who knows his

Teacher.

87. One must distinguish between absolute devotion and conditional devotion. Most often people display absolute

devotion when they receive, but each act of giving in return is difficult because of self-imposed conditions.

126. The misfortunes of humanity result from an inability to distinguish between the signs of good and the signs

of evil. People first apply the signs to their own future, because thinking primarily through themselves, they see

no world beyond themselves. With a measure such as this, how can one have true perceptions? The chief and

most heinous consequence of such limitation is that much of what is good and useful is not separated from the

harmful. Numberless are the instances when an indication given for the future is applied to the immediate

moment and thus loses its intended usefulness.Sometimes the destiny of entire nations can be expressed in a simple formula. But people want to appropriate

for themselves what is meant for the larger group. And the given formula is then crumbled like a piece of


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sculpture under a crude hand. This crudeness of individual limitation is a most harmful contributor to the

dissolution of valuable opportunities.

The very rare threads of light from the far-off worlds are generally applied to routine, instead of being used

for the solution of world problems. Therefore, with trembling heart, embracing all, approach world tasks.

Through the crevices of catastrophe sense the tremors of Earth, and by the rocks of upheaval ascend the sphere

of world understanding.

Woe to him who has scattered the seeds of the world only in his own garden. But joy to him who has

contributed every seed of his understanding to the Common Good. Such is Our instruction to those who approachworld tasks.

132. Conceit and suspicion are horrible diseases. The first gives rise to stupidity and ignorance. From the second

issue lies and treachery. One must keenly discern the true motives of ones co-workers. The shield protects those

who, through sincere striving to enlightenment, can make straight the convolutions of darkness.

Not the happy fool of popular tales, but the warrior, vigilant, with foresightsuch is the image for the

present time.

137. Sometimes even decent motives can draw unworthy individuals to a worthy persona sort of overloading

of a ship with unfit cargo. But the helmsman must guard the quality of the cargo and cut away the unfit.Especially avoid empty promises; these promises cling to the ship like barnacles. Recognize the merits of the

worthy one, but do not burden him with promises.

139. The fire of Brahmavidya can be perceived only through the eyes. Words cannot express it, writings cannot

express it, for its flame is within the thought that is not expressed in the physical shell. Only the lens of the eye

can transmit the sparks of highest thought. Certain eyes can discern the sparks of the cosmic rays that the crude

sight will think is simply the light of the sun. In order for the naked eye to perceive the cosmic ray as the sparks

of Fohat, the fire of Brahmavidya is needed.

144. The so-called Fohat, which is the granulation of Primary Matter, can reach the earthly surface in the form

of sparks and can even be discerned by some eyes when a ray of sunlight crosses the planetary ray, coloring the

sparks according to the chemical composition of the ray.

Nurturing the psychic energy, Fohat paves the way to the far-off worlds, whereas Materia Lucida weaves the

strengthening of the consciousness. One strengthens, the other leads into the limitless ocean of perfectment.

These are the wonderful gifts of Great Aum!

152. The more perfect the spirit, the more infallibly it understands the deep suffering of earthly life. And yet I

myself speak again and again about joy, the joy that lies in the realization of the far-off worlds. Let us take a

simple example. Through the darkness of night your carriage rushes homeward. The pouring rain should depress

you, but instead your spirit is jubilant. Why? You know that your home is near and that the darkness and rain do

not keep you from discerning those close to your heart.What does the misery of earthly life amount to when the far-off worlds have become real to us? Make haste

to realize the path to the far-off worlds. Only this broadening of the understanding of life will provide your spirit

with the foundation of the path of joy. Otherwise, about what can one rejoice? About the inevitability of

reincarnation? When one lacks vision of the future, however, incarnations are only fragmentary pages from the

book of life. Animal reasoning does not need perception of the future, but mans will to knowledge impels him to

understand the change of lives. Only by such thinking does man receive the right to joy, and by striving he can

approach cooperation with the far-off worlds. Not by gazing at the sky, but through daily life will man multiply

lifes riches and discover the meaning and relative value of many daily events.

187. Agni Yoga must be introduced into life, but its bearers must not differ externally from others in life. TheAgni Yogi lives unnoticed. He needs no human distinctions. He observes, but will avoid attention from others.

For the current of space, the arrows of the crowds attention are unacceptable, because the work of evolution is


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not wrought by the crowds. Even the single current at times requires protection from the random arrows of the

crowd. This does not mean that there should be even the slightest alienation from life. It is necessary only to

evaluate the goal-fitness of ones surroundings.

A yogi ignores seeming misfortune because he discerns the causes and effects of unforeseen events. What

people usually see as accidental is the result of influences persisting from the past, even the most remote. And

where others will turn away from misfortune with disdain, a yogi perceives the true possibilities. Do not be

amazed if the yogis heart responds to the most pitiful dog in which he sees the seeds of devotion, or if he

suddenly calls the humblest child to be a future co-worker.

201. The eye of the yogi sees like the eagles eye.

249. Human thought must be directed in quest of new solutions. However, for the building of new surroundings

one must realize the true direction of ones life. But how can people think about a transformation of life when

they continue to pass through life like animals, with no idea of past or future?

Put a question about the purpose of life and you will receive only senseless answers. While space itself cries

out for energy and decisiveness, the crowd continues to remodel its old caftans. For example, treaties have

brought humanity to its present disasters; and still new treaties are being written on the basis of these worthless

texts. New garments continue to be fashioned out of useless remnants.It is shocking to see how the dwellers of Earth have obstructed their own way. It is not prayer but stern labor

that is needed. This must be repeated, again and again. The dates have brought imminent possibilities. Is it

possible that the traders do not perceive it?

The yogi appears at the right time and points out the happiness that lies within reach. The yogi can be a

builder of life because he knows the true values and knows co-measurement. Life itself brings to the surface the

urgent need for the Yoga of Life. Otherwise, how and by what signs would people determine the right direction

for their striving?

259. Many concepts should be considered in the light of yoga. Can one live without desire when even the spirit

is incarnated by desire? Desires are like sparks igniting motion. Then what does it mean to say that a yogi is free

of desire? Let us take the precise meaning of the words: a yogi is free, not from desires as such but from their

burden. He knows himself to be free because he is not a slave to desire. On the path of goal -fitness, a yogi,

applying co-measurement, relinquishes desires in the name of the most essential. This ability to change easily is

at the core of the yogis liberation. Nothing hinders his progress.

Pay attention to those who stand and wail. What arrested their way? What forces diverted them from the

contemplation and understanding of the world? The most minute, almost indistinguishable, desire burdened them

and obscured their vision.

261. He who fears for his life cannot be a hero. And he who pointlessly wastes his life will not be a hero. The

hero carries the vessel with care, ever ready to offer it for building the future worldas in everything, the

weighing of opposites. A yogi will understand this. He will understand the value of restraint, yet will never besatisfied. The hero is truly insatiable for achievement and hungers for action, yet is ready at any time to restrain

himself. He acts for spirit, but does not detach himself from Earth. Unstoppable, never retreating, he will not

abandon what he has begun, and will not initiate any action that is less than selfless.

Let us manifest the consciousness that is able to distinguish between self-concern and concern for the

General Good. Fine is the borderline between self-gratification and labor for the evolution of the world.

Only a great consciousness can discern inner motives. Only a great consciousness can ignore the intrusiveness

of external opinions.

Logic has poisoned many a statement. Decisions are too often reached by an exchange of words, rather than

from their meaning. The Teaching can open ones eyes only when it is accepted in the fullness of its meaning.

One may pass through the Teaching as over the tiles of an ornamented floor. Its design is unseen in thedarkness; light is needed to discern it. In the darkness, the design seems unimportant, fit only for a lighthearted

dance. The most sacred symbols can be trampled by the feet of ignorance.


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It is not the eye but the consciousness that prompts caution. Would one in any way want to impede the work

of the Teacher? The joy of renunciation in the name of the Teacher is like a luminous rainbow.

Lord, accept my possessions if they are of use to Thee!

262. Let us direct our eye to our surroundings and understand from what perils we are being protected just by

our devotion to the Teacher. But often we trust the Teacher in great works and are less certain in small ones.

Often we see the great obstacles, while overlooking the multitude of small ones that lie within sight. After all, a

small, unnoticed scorpion strikes just as poisonously as a large one. An eagle eye is needed, not so much todiscern the mountain as to see the smallest grain of sand.

264. Said the Blessed One, Distinguish between those who understand and those who agree. He who

understands the Teaching will not delay in applying it in life. He who agrees will simply nod and extol the

Teaching as remarkable wisdom, but will not apply this wisdom in life. There are many who have agreed, but

like a withered forest they are fruitless and without shade. Only decay awaits them. Those who understand are

few, but like a sponge they absorb the priceless knowledge and are ready to clean away the evils of the world

with this precious liquid. He who understands cannot help but apply the Teaching, for, realizing goal-fitness, he

accepts it as a solution to the problems of life. Do not spend much time with the agreeing ones. Let them first

demonstrate application of the first call.Thus is attributed to the Blessed One the goal-fitting attitude toward newcomers.

265. The touch of the fine energies is like that of the most delicate veil. But only the one who knows their true

value may wear them. So discern the spirit that is ready and flaming.

282. How can attention be directed to the new energies? By keenness of sight, enhanced by straight-knowledge.

Soon people will be divided according to the quality of their straight-knowledge. Those with an open

consciousness must be known and paid attention to. Not education, not experience, not talent, but precisely the

fire of straight-knowledge opens the direct path to Shambhala.

286. Success in life can be found both by those who with particular clarity understand the essential nature of

things and also by those who have accepted their own very distorted perception of things. The difference lies

only in the consequences. Those who have realized the nature of things are not attached to them, but the

distorters are slaves to them. If someone finds no success, it means that he has remained at the fulcrum of the

balance rather than placing himself in either cup.

What is the measure of whether things are understood or distorted? Whether or not the conditions of ones

life have changed. If nothing has changed, it is because there has been no action of thought. Those who are slow

to understand cannot succeed. The majority of people are dragged down by their own weakness and inertia. Life

is like chains to them, whereas life should be a conquest. The guarantee of success lies in action.

297. Which time can teach people to discriminate between the great and the small? The time of contentmentalters and distorts reality. The time of wrath bends the sword blade of life. The time of sorrow humiliates. The

time of enslaving labor dulls. It is difficult for the unliberated consciousness to discern anything in the darkness.

Can one anticipate a time when people will comprehend the power of psychic energy? Like madmen they play,

even in the face of imminent explosion, and in their error they regard their planet as a most solid body.

It must be recognized that people want to forget grievous events. The destruction of entire continents is

carefully removed from the old writings. Equally well-concealed are many indications regarding events that were

fateful for the world. We do not like to torture ourselves, say the earthly authorities. They are ready to hide

from themselves their bankruptcy and their defeat. Earthly rulers say, All is calm in our kingdom. Their self-

satisfied repose and inactivity guarantee them their thrones. Usually they admire the sunset but sleep through the

sunrise. But the Invisible Government says, It is absurd to hide what exists. This is because we must carefullylearn from past events.

Seek the energy that, if consciously evoked, will transform your existence. Do you not wish to be armed in


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time? Even the last hour can teach humanity. We are not prophets in sheepskins. As ordinary physicians We

warn, It is time to perform a vaccination. But there are reckless braggarts who feast even during a pestilence.

The cemeteries never lose their new tenants.

We speak for the sake of those who can live.

300. I affirm that Agni Yoga is a light on the path. It is of no consequence how travelers make use of this

blessing. The way is indicated to them. Those who discern the signs of fire will come.

341. Proclaiming the New Era of Fire means that it is necessary now to master this element. The reality of Fire

must be embraced by the consciousness. But long ago I told you about the necessity for this exercise of

accepting ideas into the consciousness. Can one presume that the Teaching has been applied in life if even ones

thoughts have not received a new impetus? Do not seek for new seedlings where all remains as before. Where

the old dominates, the New Fire will scorch, and life will not receive its new blessings.

Let Our words about Fire not be regarded as abstract symbols. I speak of Fire truly existing. This is not the

first time that the planet will experience the effect of this element. During each change of race Fire approaches as

a purifying stream. Humanity remembers the devastation caused by the fusion of the Fire of Space with its

subterranean fiery precipitates. Why repeat the destruction of Atlantis if it is possible to attract the beneficial

aspects of the element of fire? But in order to approach Fire without fear it is necessary to learn to think about itand to assimilate it in the consciousness.

When it becomes possible to see the emanations of the human body, you will discern with clarity the

hideousness of duplicity, when the face shows benevolence but the thoughts are sharpening knives.

369. For the last time I shall speak of irritation. Discern its harmnot only personal but also spatial. This worm,

concealed by a smile and politeness, ceaselessly tunnels through the aura. Its harm undermines all works.

The symbol of fire reminds us about the most sacred substance, which is accumulated with such difficulty,

but can be lost in an instant. How can we expect results when photographing our physical emanations if we are

sinking into darkness?

Thus, untiringly warn all friends.

383. In ones future striving, special attention will have to be paid to coordinating the development of both the

spirit and the body. It is difficult for the body to keep up with the spirit; attacks of anguish can occur when the

spirit races ahead to the heights.

One who is ascending in spirit should be treated with solicitude. But others show little discrimination in this.

They are ready to burden the one who is growing in spirit with their most petty requests, not realizing the harm

of their lightmindedness.

412. People see little difference between happiness and unhappiness, success and failure, joy and sorrow.

551. The Blessed Buddha once said to His pupils, Let us sit in silence and let our eyes behold.After a while the Teacher asked, How many times did I change my position?

One noticed ten changes, another only three, and another insisted that the Teacher had remained still.

The Lord of Wisdom smiled, I changed my position and the folds of my garment seventy-seven times. As

long as we do not learn to see clearly we shall not become Arhats.

For a true understanding of psychic energy, one must first develop attentiveness.

554. Truly, the manifestations of psychic energy are as manifold and intricate as the most delicate design. It is

not reason, but the straight-knowledge provided by the Chalice that can discern them.

589. The wise one knows the spoken word, knows the written word, knows the thought, and knows silencesosays the old proverb. Let us examine this from the point of view of psychic energy. Truly, one has to distinguish

when a spoken word, a written letter, a thought, or silence is most needed. One can achieve much by directing


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ones energy properly. Refined straight-knowledge will determine which method is the most needed at each

moment.

598. It is useful to remember all the legends about fire, for they contain much truth. The growth of understanding

will make it possible to distinguish the fundamentals of reality from the errors of mistaken conventionality.

612. One plays on twelve strings, another produces the same tune on four, and a third limits himself to two,

creating just as many harmonies on them. Does it matter how many strings one requires for harmony? Theessential thing is that it be created. Let us not wonder at or criticize variety, for we shall not find even two grains

of sand alike. On the contrary, let us rejoice at every unusual manifestation. Flowers choose for themselves

whatever soil is suitable. Even stones are arranged in a relation one to another. Likewise in the domains of

Teros, there will be combinations of elements that are related, despite their seeming differences. The

consciousness refined by fire discerns the kindred foundations, and will not reject the true value by appraising

only the surface. To know the Teaching and not to apply it is a sign of complete ignorance. Who has ever

told you that one can wander over the Teaching like a fly on sugar, then just as easily dive into dung! One

cannot turn ones horses recklessly when on the mountain paths. Knowledge leads only onward!

645. Some ask how one should regard daily routine. Most people are quite afraid of it. It is considered to be thedeath of creativity, and the demeaning of dignity. But We say that you should learn to see in each days labor the

pranayama that uplifts your consciousness. Prana descends from the higher spheres; but any labor produces

energy, which in its essence is similar to the spatial energy. Thus, the one who knows the common essence of

energies can sew shoes, or beat rhythms on a drum, or gather fruit. In all these the higher energy is generated,

since it is born out of the rhythm of Cosmos. Only a low consciousness dreads the rhythm of labor and thus

builds its own prison. It is difficult for humanity to understand that a king and a shoemaker are comparable in

every respect.

See also:Agni Yoga, paragraphs 16, 42, 46, 55, 255, 257, 273, 312, 420, 447, 591.

Infinity I, 1930

11. Those who know the future walk toward evolution. Those who fear evolution walk the pace of death. They

will ask why there are ascents and descents. They will be perplexed by the course of evolution. The realization

of cosmic waves will explain the course of evolution. When you realize that even from ashes may emerge a

beautiful flower, you will understand that destruction is fearful only to the coward consciousness. The cosmic

motion acts in waves. One should explain that the deep curves may be avoided, thus hastening evolution.

Apathetic humanity does not discriminate wherein lies progress; it basks in a temporary florescence, evading the

realization of that which eventually may become the destruction of our planet.

Builders for today, realize that you build for the whirlwind of destruction! How huge are your undertakings!How useless your castles! How vast your expenditures! How revealing is your inability to advance into the chain

of actions! But let us look upon those who walk straight, who affirm the beauty of Infinity. Instead of faint-

heartedness, which denies the reactions of Space, we shall see the keenness of attainment, the beauty of striving,

and the grandeur of achievement. Therefore, let us say, Limitless are the cosmic manifestations!

22. When humanity will learn to realize and coordinate world events with the complexities of Cosmos the

progress of insight will be affirmed. The manifestation of the chain of events, and a full realization of that which

as the heritage of the ages proceeds from one period to another, can impel the consciousness toward the

understanding of Cosmic Infinity.

64. Cosmos proclaims that life pulsates in all atoms and sets into motion the manifestations of evolution. But

Cosmos proclaims not only the organic but all manifestations. It proclaims psycho-life. Psycho-dynamics of the


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spirit constitutes the foundation of Be-ness. Psycho-vision is the basis of sight. The manifested psycho-spiritual

thought of Cosmos is the guaranty of creation throughout the entire limitless life of Cosmos. In all manifestations

of the spatial organisms, search not only for the impulse but for the attraction of psycho-life in the atom. Then

you will discern not one world alone but all the limitless worlds of Cosmos. We shall find the meaning of all the

surrounding worlds and of the Supreme Reason.

65. Let us say that there exists an analogy between the differentiation of Cosmos and the blending of the origins

of a single atom with a manifested particle of cosmic energy, which affords the highest harmony in life. Whetherit be manifested in saturated substances or in the magnetoelectricity of the atom or in the endless quests of the

human spirit-in all cosmic manifestations we perceive psycho-life. The psycho-life activates the atom, and the

atomic energy is the lever of psycho-life of the atom. The principle of human life emerges from the psycho-life

of the atom.

It is difficult to see any victory in the restriction of consciousness; but let us learn to discern psycho-

spiritually, and then the planet will be seen as a bearer of Spatial Fire.

71. One may affirm that the level of human consciousness is proportionate to the planetary manifestation, but

one cannot insist on comparing the level of Cosmos to that of the planet. How can one admit such a ration

when Cosmos is boundless and gushes like a fiery stream, dispersing its sparks to generate life in all Space! Oneis the stream and numberless the sparks. One is the Cosmos and infinite the forms.

We, your Brothers, know that page of life wherein is inscribed the oneness of Cosmos. We affirm that the

manifested evolution is created not in dissociation but in a limitless striving of harmony. The more beautiful, the

more high. The more powerful, the more high. Why manifest conflict between spirit and matter when they issue

from one Source? Why not intensify the power and feel the psycho-life of Cosmos within oneself?

We call to the Primary Source of conception. For centuries We have applied Our striving to give humanity

the joy of Be-ness. But they who are participants in Cosmos manifest a lack of discernment and dream of rest

and completion in the one shell. One should understand that the web comprises many threads of yarn and that

the weaving action is repeated many times. The cosmic web consists of all manifestations of psychic energy and

is adorned by Materia Lucida. The path is adorned by the striving toward Infinity.

76. We, Brothers of Humanity, wish to help mankind to create its own place in the eternal manifest Infinite.

As truth surpasses imagination, so is the future beyond dreams. Origen said With the eyes of the heart we

behold Be-ness. Only through the heart can we discern the beauty of the world manifested by the Heart of

Cosmos. The love of Cosmos actuates straight-knowledge. Love of lilies or of the far-off worlds has as its basis

the same cosmic principle. Yes, yes, yes! We shall measure through cosmic love!

145. The entire cosmic life is permeated with subtle energies. The driving force of creation creates the forms of

Being in eternal vibration. The Universe scintillates with the treasures! Cosmos discloses that stream which

touches each striving spirit. Subtle energies demand the subtle understanding upon which the sympathetic

vibration with the Cosmic Magnet is set up. In creation, the spirit unites with the Cosmic Magnet. The strata ofthe Spatial Fire determine the earthly strata. But it must be perceived how this confirmation differs from actual

absorption. When an asserted truth runs current with the plan of the Lords, then each cosmic vibration can be

discerned. But when an assertion expresses only human irrationality, then the receiving of the energy results only

in an opposite manifestation.

158. Striving toward destruction is not the purpose of Cosmos. It is customary to regard man as a victim of the

destructions manifested by Cosmos. It is customary to regard the elements and the cataclysms as scourges which

cause much misery, but let us discern where the catastrophes are but karmic manifestations and inseparable from

Cosmos. If we will cognize that power we shall be affirmed in the realization of the Cosmic Magnet.

193. Independency of existence of man is an impossibility. It is impossible to conceive of independency of

existence, since the cosmic manifestations are so closely linked by the substance of the Cosmic Magnet. Only the


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Cosmic Magnet can insert into a chain, for manifestation, one existence.

So complex is the combining of all the elements that it is impossible for man to discern all the life

manifestations. The Universe is in flame and the Spatial Fire blazes. It is easy to observe how one link draws

after it another, how one excrescence induces another, how one life predicates the next. But it is not easy for

man to admit this truth of his dependence. This chain of existences cannot be broken, and it is impossible to

eject oneself from or to arrest the current. The entire Universe is as one stream!

196. When the vision discerns the significance of the Universe, the ways to endlessly manifested existence arerevealed. World vision discloses that which exists in life, but the unlimited vision reveals the boundless Be-ness.

The creativeness of Cosmos is incessant, and there where the world vision sees boundaries the unlimited vision

perceives new horizons.

316. The destiny of man on this planet is but little understood. The existence of a cosmic being certainly should

have its predestination, but humanity is striving so blindly to its own narrow horizon that it cannot discern its

cosmic destination. The creativeness of Cosmos grants a purpose for being to even the smallest worm.

Everything in Cosmos creates with a purpose, and, as the relative connection between man and the lower beings

is evident, so does there exist the relative connections of the higher spheres. The creativeness of the Cosmic

Magnet predetermines each action, as well as the role which the beings are predestined to enact. Thus, thehuman spheres are designated for cooperation. The Great Reason strains all cosmic spheres; hence, the destiny of

man has as its basis the cooperation and beauty of Infinity.

355. The Spatial Fire generates its seeds. Humanity generates its seeds in each intent. The growth of

consciousness will propel humanity toward creativeness with Cosmos and will tense all spiritual levers. When the

consciousness of the seed acts against the affirmed Magnet, different currents are manifested. When construction

is directed in line with the creative impulse, evolution may be discerned. Hence, the earthly ties must be

constructed most solicitously.

The seeds determined by Cosmos bestow consciousness on all energies. The seeds sown by humanity are

impregnating the course of the Cosmic Magnet.

375. Self-action must be understood. In it is comprised the entire synthesis of activity. Verily, self-action is self-

realization. When the spirit can discover its seed and discern the shells that surround it, it can comprehend the

beauty of Cosmos.

The husk which gathers about the human spirit clogs the paths to affirmation. Therefore, Our co-workers

must understand that a husk is not applicable to Our conditions. One must understand the unworthiness of

manifesting the garment of spirit as a husk, when We so greatly revere the radiance of the veil of the Mother of

the World.

See also:Infinity I, paragraphs 4, 91, 250, 281, 350, 383.

Infinity II, 1930

9. It is customary to ascribe to cosmic creativeness a certain amount of chaos. Humanity formulates its concepts

without taking into consideration the quality of cosmic action. When each form demands such tension of creation,

why not entertain the thought of an extracting of all the best cosmic impulses by the Magnet? Indeed, Cosmos is

constructed from the fiery subtlest of energies. Equal vigilance is applied by Us, Brothers of Humanity, in the

laying of better foundations. They will ask, How, then, do you permit the presence of dark forces in a site

destined for purification? We will say, Cosmos does not punish; Cosmos does not eject; but in conformance to

the law these engenderments do away with themselves. Thus, the portions of the planet which are predestinedfor regeneration outlive their progeny. The Cosmic Magnet permits each part to be saturated by the currents up to

the point of explosion. There are no half measures in Cosmos. Hence, keen eyes can distinguish the departing


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and the nascent energies. A new form can be molded only in tension. Hence, We will say to him who is

perplexed: strive, sharpening your creative vision, and you will discern easily how the Creative Magnet

constructs.

17. The sensation of quivering is of course called into being by the currents of subterranean and superterranean

fires. The entire condition of tension is attributable to cosmic and planetary currents. Each manifestation of the

elements establishes its accord. I ask that all sensations be recorded; these are important indicators. Following

explosions there is heaviness. The subterranean fire surges toward the cooled places; hence the manifestation ofexplosions. If one would observe the direction of motion of the fire of the centers, the direction of the cosmic

fires could be discerned.

55. You are correct in speaking of humanitys lack of insight. When we approach the ominous hour, all forces

must be strained for the mighty step. It has already been told that the Epoch of Maitreya is approaching, and the

signs are strewn as fiery seeds; hence, the ominous hour will be one of Light for those who are in step with the

Cosmic Magnet. Hence, the ominous hour will be as a future Light for those who battle for the significance of

the Epoch of Maitreya. Hence, cooperation with Us brings the predestined victory. Therefore, the co-workers

who walk in self-denial will be victors. Proceeding in step with the Cosmic Magnet, you affirm victory! Yes,

yes, yes!

70. The Absolute is not contained in a transitory form, but the spirit of the form expresses Absolute Reason. The

shell of the cosmic seed in its transmutations is subject to the law of time, but the spirit of the seed endures

beyond time. Thus, the cosmic form is renewed eternally, but the substance of the striving seed depends upon the

Cosmic Magnet. Thus, the beauty of Be-ness is saturated by the Cosmic Magnet. The spirit which has discerned

the substance of karma aspires to liberate the seed from its encasing shells. These shells gather like mist around

the seed. Each seed goes through its battle on its way to the Infinite.

139. Only in spheres where a shadow veils the vision can the spirit seek the Light. Only where the shadow

stands behind its back can the spirit display its strength. Only where the shadow conceals the far-off worlds can

the spirit reveal its power to discrimination. Therefore, the growth of the spirit is quickened through obstacles.

Hence, Agni Yoga is given as the loftiest and most direct path. The knowledge of transmutation will reveal all

possibilities. Therefore, when the fiery experiment is confirmed for humanity its offering will be unlimited.

197. Cosmic vibration impels humanity toward the Spatial Fire. When the thought undergoes shifting, then the

Fire of Space contacts this thought. One must understand the tension of that thought which, as a driving fire,

penetrates everywhere. The evidence of Spatial Fire should be discerned in all manifestations.

205. Humanity ponders little upon the source of creativeness. All outer manifestations are accepted by humanity

as ordinary. The Spatial Fire outlines definite functions. But behind the departing energies stands the source of

the inexhaustible cosmic energy. About this invisible and all-pervading source humanity should ponder. Eachcreative thought must be directed to this source. The chain of causes and effects must be discerned in all cosmic

labor. This chain is boundless in all dimensions.

388. The filling of the space with the records of higher strivings is the highest stimulus of creativeness. Nothing

can so strain and shift consciousness as powerful thought! The construction of basic principles is caused by and

depends on the stimulus of thought. You have said correctly that each respecter of thought defined his epoch

according to the quality of his consciousness. An epoch can be defined according to the stimulus of its thought.

By this the new generation can be directed. The ability to discriminate in the stimulus of thought and its

consequence can bring expansion of consciousness.

400. In essence, each action in the world has a meaning. In essence, every object has a meaning. But if the

thought which colors the objects and actions springs from nullity it does not touch the cosmic current. Upon the


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essence of each manifestation life is built. Therefore, when Service calls for the creation of evolution, then there

exists only the principle of Essence. Little do people know about discriminating in the Essence; little does the

coloring by humanity correspond to the principle of Essence.

405. The Mother of Agni Yoga, having cognized the higher dimensions and the fiery creation, verily brings the

essence of life. We, Brothers of Humanity, live and measure by the higher dimension.

406. Those who have adhered to cosmic constructiveness can direct humanity to beauty. Only the application ofthe higher dimension can open the gates. Only the application of higher discernment will provide the key to

cosmic creativeness.

444. The growth of consciousness consists in the discrimination in the qualities of the energies. Only through this

knowledge can the spirit determine the cosmic creativeness. Hence, the knowledge of the spirit leads to the

discrimination in the qualities of energies.

(Epilogue) If through the knowledge of causes we expand our consciousness, then through the cognition of

quality we refine it. This property, and the quality of thought and feeling, will evince the cognition of the origins

of creation.Words cannot formulate the consistence of the high quality of thinking. But each one, even he who labors,

senses its required quality. This quality, as a aeolian harp, resounds to the current of reality; and it accumulates

beneath the center of the Chalice the subtlest soma of cognition and discernment, not only by means of co-

measurement but also in accordance with immutability.

Hierarchy, 1931

67. It is time to gather into the chalice of patience all the designs and to remember that each fluctuation of

climate and atmospheric pressures also exerts its deep influence upon the psychic laws. Let us apply the most

precise scale for weighing our thoughts, and let us remember that each oxidization of metals exerts influence

upon the character and quality of thoughts. Smoke, and also the odor of burning refuse or meat, is always

harmful. Let us not forget that dust, like particles of decay, penetrates the pores of the body. Let us calmly

discriminate in all the details of life, not for self-vindication, but for the investigation of our nature and

acceptance of the measures of perfection.

78. Nothing is neglected in the world. Sometimes we measure by great scales, but often experiments with small

units should be performed. The trend of thought should likewise be observed. The giants of thought are as

instructive as the small leeches. One may see someone who has overcome a tremendous obstacle stumbling over

an insignificant puddle. Rancor, offense, thought of self destroy the possibilities just as do treason and fear. One

must discriminate the circumstances; where is the new touchstone? Thus, with sharp-sightedness we reach the

realization of joy for each probation. We shall say, Lord, send Thy Willgive or take. Together with Thee, weshall examine my pitfalls. Together we shall deliberate my decisions of yesterday. Today I am satisfied, and

Thou, better than I, knowest the quantity of nurture needed for the morrow. I shall not transgress Thy Will,

because only from Thy Hand can I receive. Thus, one must watch oneself in the great and in the small.

121. We value full realization. Partial glimpses are often extinguished. Hence one should be able to discern

complete devotion. Only thus can one attain and broaden the consciousness. One should proceed by the higher

path.

143. When the intensified Magnet convokes all forces, each energy should be discriminated. Therefore, one

should know which forces are admissible for construction and which can bring harm. Discrimination can beattained only though adherence to the Highest consciousness, because only the scope of pure striving can reveal

the affirmed Covenant of Service. Hence, one should learn to acknowledge all the higher laws, constructing life


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upon them.

179. The one who relies is dead, but the one who follows is alive. We did not promise to transport dead bodies,

We vouched to lead courageous followers. One must ponder very attentively in order to discern the boundary

between courageous following and faint-hearted reliance. Also, Our Indications must be understood without

delay, for the sun shines differently at the morning hour and at noon. We should be accepted as daily nurture.

And devotion will receive its answer if all forces are applied. Such must be the onward movement of those who

follow the Lord. Our help, as you know, comes at the last hour, but the door should not be closed to Ourmessenger. Perhaps our influence acts beyond the seas, nevertheless the striving toward Us must not be severed.

196. You may be asked how the entrance upon the path of Service is defined. Certainly the first sign will be

renunciation of the past and full striving to the future. The second sign will be the realization of the Teacher

within ones heart, not because it is necessary thus, but because it is impossible otherwise. The third sign will be

the rejection of fear, for being armed by the Lord one is invulnerable. The fourth will be non-condemnation,

because he who strives into the future has no time to occupy himself with the refuse of yesterday. The fifth will

be the filling of the entire time with labor for the future. The sixth will be the joy of Service and completely

offering oneself for the good of the world. The seventh will be spiritual striving to the far-off worlds as a

predestined path. According to these signs you will discern a spirit ready and manifested for Service. He willunderstand where to raise the sword for the Lord, and his word will be from within his heart.

197. Do not strive to only a customary decision. One may subjugate many heads by customary speech. But this

speech will be unintelligible to the higher worlds. Earthly prosiness sounds like the barking of a dog. No magnet

will attract such a husk, and fire cannot burn without oil. But let us discriminate between commonplaceness and

daily labor, because many people seek contradiction where it does not exist. Notice such people; they are not

successful, because their thought is with yesterday. Let us not be bound by anything of the past. Also do not look

for friends according to yesterday, and know at once how to test their hearts.

229. It is necessary to discriminate between an unconscious flow of psychic energy and a sharpened arrow of

precise consciousness.

274. People are preoccupied with the definition of the boundary between good and evil. Many legends are

dedicated to this definition. It is related that in order to define this boundary an Archangel placed his resplendent

glaive between good and evil. Certainly, it is harmful to remain in the region of evil, but it is likewise painful to

crowd too close to the fiery blade. Yet people strive to wound themselves on this glaive. Therefore, let us mark

the people who perceive with the eye and understand with the conscious vision of the heart. They will strive far

and, as it were, draw themselves to a far-off beacon. These anchors for far-off navigation are so valuable. In the

tidal waves the fetid spots of evil are washed away.

284. When I speak of the black ones I advise paying attention to their subtle methods, and discerning howpatiently they creep to the goal and how they choose shoulders behind which to screen themselves. You do not

see the black ones, but the grey ones and almost white ones. However, this telegraph requires great attention.

303. Halfwayness is the enemy of the Teaching, and when We see halfwayness in relation to Hierarchy, this

destructive attitude must be eradicated; for without integrity there can be no construction. Hence, the disciples

must understand how important it is to have complete striving. For this one should renounce personal comfort,

conceit, self-pity, self-deception, and should always remember that Hierarchy must not be burdened. This should

be remembered by those who misunderstand Service as reliance upon the Lord and the Hierarchy.

304. The word Mahatma is translated as Great Soul. Some imagine the Mahatmas as a completely distinct race.One should not conceive a Great Soul to be entirely distinct. Each Mahatma began his ascent from the very

midst of the people, having only dared to choose the difficult path of the Great Soul. And, besides daring, he


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found in his heart indignation of spirit, for how else can the fires be kindled?

349. Life-activity is sustained by the subtle energies of the organism. People get accustomed with difficulty to

the realization of the subtle energies and to the activity of all the imperceptible forces. Hence a great disunion

with Cosmos occurs, and the physical body is greatly limited by the basic properties of matter instead of

developing the subtlety of receptivity. People sense so little the vibrations of cosmic forces, and they display

little discrimination as to where is contained subtle cognizance!

356. It is very instructive to discern how ideas are generated and how they complete their circle. Often they

seem to disappear completely, but if they are of an evolutionary nature they appear again in an expanded form.

For evolutionary thinking, one should study the spiral of the root of an idea. The task of the gradual containment

of an idea can afford a progression toward a higher understanding. One may take for instance the idea of

religions and examine it spirally; precisely, not comparatively, but evolutionally, spirally. Thus one can see the

one root. Likewise one can study how the ideas of religions expanded through evolution. Thus, the prognosis of

the future will not be diminished. Positive signs must be gathered.

406. A traveler is in need of indications. Success is a very sensitive flower. The seeds can be planted only at a

designated time. One must leave the house in time. But when the Teacher ordains the sowing, not a momentshould be lost. Only children can think that if today has passed, tomorrow will be better. But a courageous mind

understands that success that is missed will not be repeated. Even the sun does not shine uniformly. Refinement

of understanding should be developed. The complexity of the time will increase. He who did not discriminate

yesterday will not be resourceful tomorrow. The Teacher foresees an undeferrable, immediate sowing.

407. A hurricane may bring heaps of gold ashore; human turmoil can likewise yield treasures. One must

remember that turmoil intensifies energies. The Teacher is on vigil. The Teacher observes the imperceptible

functions. He knows who will discriminate and who will be able to receive the gifts.

See also:Hierarchy, paragraph 258.

Heart, 1932

34. People are divided not only according to organic specifications but also according to the elements; in their

consciousness certain attachments remain. None will be able to discern so many shades of flame as people of

fire. None will be able to love the water so much as the people of this element. Of course the people of fire will

also be especially attracted to Agni Yoga. They will feel the entire need of it. They will approach the Teaching

of Fire not by reason, but as the only decision. One can understand the need of the Teaching when there is no

other issue.

59. Three circumstances can burden karma especially. The first-the denial of the Teacher; the second-the

suspicion that the contact with Hierarchy can bring harm; the third-shrinking from a mission of responsibility.

Only the heart can whisper the beginning of denial, of suspicion, of retreat. He who has many times betrayed the

Teacher begins in madness to assert that he never even thought of treason and did not think of retreat; an

obscured mind may invent a thousand justifications to conceal that which has long since been inscribed in the

scroll of karma. It is better not to approach than to manifest apostasy! The night is not dispelled for the apostate!

Yet this is not a punishment, it is but the consequence of the sowing! The heart knows how to discern the seed

of treason.

76. The boundary between the worthy and unworthy is very sinuous; only the heart can find its way through allthe fissures of the brain. But now is the time to enter into a realization of spiritual creativeness. Does it not seem

strange to many that the Subtle World is still invisible to them, although in the progression of worlds it is


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already adequately dense? This means that the physical eye is so very crude that it cannot discern even the next

stage of the bodily transformation. If people are trying to perfect even the scientific apparatuses, then how

desirable is the sensitizing of the human apparatus itself! But without attracting the help of the heart it is

impossible to advance in this achievement. He who can feel through the heart can already move beyond the

limits of the body.

122. The convulsion of the world is like a convulsion of the heart. Nothing can influence the threatening ones to

abandon the assault; so, too, nothing can exempt the sensitive heart from quivering when something precious to itis subject to assault. But it is necessary to tell everyone not to be terrified, for as long as unity is strong nothing

can penetrate. However, the quiver of the heart is inevitable, not only on the Tower but also wherever there is

devotion. Let us distinguish this feeling from the atmospheric influences, which even during tension cannot

produce that reaction afforded by the psychic reflexes. I affirm calmness as much as possible, because We are

vigilant.

123. Praise physicians who at the inception of any sickness give a strong tonic remedy. It is too late to overtake

the sickness when the heart has already weakened. It is the physicians task to discern the inception of the

sickness and to pour new strength for the fight against it.

125. If here on Earth we do not learn to separate the properties of usefulness from those of harm, where can we

acquire this experience? Following the law of the heart, one can clearly discern in each manifestation useful and

harmful characteristics. Seldom are all the properties of an action good or bad, but the heart understands where

are the sparks of light and the dust of darkness. The new cannot be built according to conventional, prejudicial,

and earthly thoughts. It is necessary to remember that benefaction is issued broadly; its sparks are swept in to

various hearths by a cosmic whirl. You yourselves see how unexpectedly the seeds of plants take hold. Likewise,

there are many classes of human differentiations; this is why I also speak about containment.

126. You do well to discern the variations of expressions. Precisely in these is contained the music of the spirit.

All the shades of speech are not incidental! How much psychic flame is coursing through the nerves, giving

color to speech!

136. When you read about the customs of Egypt, China, and other ancient peoples, about greetings through smell

and inhalation, it is difficult to discern therein the memory of psychic energy preserved from the vanished races.

But even now open straight-knowledge discloses the essence of the surrounding atmosphere. It is not a question

of smell but precisely of essence.

140. Manvantaras and Pralayas can be discerned in everything. Definitely from the tiniest manifestation to a

change of worlds this majestic law can be seen. One can understand the precise progression that binds the

smallest with the greatest. Likewise, the sensations of our organism and consciousness interchange uniformly.

We can either attain comprehension or find ourselves on the edge of the precipice of ignorance, as if facing agreat void; but on the crest of cognizance we shall recall the lack of knowledge. Likewise, facing the void we

shall realize that this is the Maya of Pralaya, because there is no void. Thus, remember that the mirage of the

void is succeeded by the inexhaustibility of the treasures of spirit. What did I say to you today? Only one word:

inexhaustibility. Let this be the covenant of the future.

When you become conscious of Infinity, then you must also become accustomed to its properties.

Inexhaustibility is the very first property, which will make every courageous heart happy.

164. Dissatisfaction is a quality of the Subtle World. In it can be discerned eternal motion, for without this

motion it is impossible to advance in the higher worlds. One can satisfy and satiate the stomach and muscle, but

what will satiate the heart? Even contemplation of the Highest Light will transport one but not surfeit one.Flaming heart, insatiable heart, only the very pain of the world will impel thee! The fog that clouds glutted eyes

will turn into the flame of a kindled heart. Thus, let us guard the fiery treasure. Let us explain to the peoples the


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precious heart. Thus let us call to mind all the milestones needed for the path. Let us not forget the wise saying,

And this too, will pass. For an impetuous motion will never bring one back to the same spot.

211. Let everything be done for the sake of Good. Let each action unfold new achievements. Let the thought of

service accompany each deed. Let the command of Good react upon everything, like the most vivid image of the

Teacher; the Teaching of the Heart is indivisible from Good. Who, and what, then, besides the heart, can

vindicate or indict ones motives? The purity of the heart is disclosed by Fire. How often it has been necessary

to speak of this vital application of Fire; nevertheless, neither in the home nor at school is the fiery purifierspoken about. And could a teacher who has never even thought about reality, speak of Fire? Attestation does not

yet mean firmness of consciousness. Hence, how assiduously one must observe and re-examine the events of

ones own life. Frequently, important signs surround us and disclose the significance of our future, but

undeveloped attentiveness prevents one from discerning the convincing reality.

213. One must not be astonished to notice a number of obsessed persons near the hearths of spirituality. The

reason for this is that the dark ones strive to reinforce their guard. Who, if not the obsessed, can best help the

dark forces? In this field the multiformity of obsessions is incalculable. One must primarily discriminate where

there is Good, and where essentially there is harm. Thus, the flaming heart will discern immediately where

obsession is concealed.

302. It is instructive to compile a book about the harm resulting from bad thoughts; for oneself, as well as

others. These thoughts are the source of many sicknesses. Formerly, only psychic illnesses were connected with

evil thoughts, but it is time to discern the multitude of the most varied physical illnesses that are born of thought.

Not only diseases of the heart, but most of the stomach and skin diseases are the consequences of destructive

thoughts. Likewise, infectious diseases can be transmitted, not only by predisposition but through thinking as

well.

This is not only autosuggestion but one may see cases when infection was spread by one person among

many. One can see how physical effects proceed entirely parallel with spiritual manifestations. In this regard, it is

noticed how certain organisms unconsciously spread a definite infection without being themselves subject to it.

Already in ancient times such carriers of infection were known, but afterward the scientific knowledge was

forgotten, and everything was attributed to the so-called evil eye.

303. It means that even in purely physical illnesses it is necessary to seek the cause in the quality of thought.

Therefore, direct the thoughts of those who surround you gradually toward good. You already have an example

of how much pain is caused by cursing and profanity, even at far distances. It is necessary attentively to direct

the heart upon existing reality. Especially can those obsessed ones act who contact the aura, even slightly. Thus,

it is very necessary to pay attention to the very first impression of people when the heart is able to give its sign.

332. The Subtle World has many varied confirmations of the earthly world. Even a prototype of the seasons of

the year passes in accordance with the consciousness of the Subtle World. Therefore, the images of plants ormountains, or the surface of waters are not foreign to the Subtle World, of course in a transformed condition.

The heart that knows the Subtle World knows flowers and mountains, and snows, and the seas. Flowers thrive in

a richness of forms, and their colors are indescribably more complex than the colors of Earth; the snows are

whiter and more crystalline and richer than those of Earth. One can begin to discern a complete structure of the

Higher World, thus, the man who has stored up a clear and benevolent consciousness on Earth will also be a

good builder in the Subtle World. Instead of monstrosities, he will bring with him beautiful proportions and

rhythm which correspond to the magnificence of the Infinite. Is the duty of the spirit so excessive if the spirit

has perfected the heart? Only the light-bearing consciousness of the heart will carry the subtle body into the

higher realms. Thus, everyone who prepares his heart and uplifts the hearts of his near ones already creates the

will of Him who sent him!

353. The heart thinks, the heart affirms, the heart unifies. One can always remember the significance of the heart,


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clouded for so long by the brain. The heart will be first to thrill, the heart will be first to quiver, the heart will be

first to discern much, before the judgment of the brain dares to reflect. Without undermining the tortuous path of

the brain, can we disregard in silence the most direct attainment of the heart, the arrow-like ray to which the

miracle-heart is equal? Thus, one can be united with the heart and bulwark oneself against all attacks of evil.

Only through the heart can one sense the brown gas and arrest the asphyxiation in time. So, also, will the victory

upon the field of Armageddon remain with the heart. Hence, I counsel to preserve the heart as the smiting sword

against all evil.

388. It is impossible to imagine what a battle is proceeding! The nearest may not discern their own, because the

heart is inactive. It is not without reason that the Teaching of the Heart is so needed for the life of the future.

Otherwise how will you cross the boundaries of the worlds?

403. One must understand that a boundary runs between Light and darkness. True, it is a tortuous line, but

according to the heart the adherents of darkness can unerringly be recognized. Can he who is dark in heart strive

upward? Will he reject lie and self-love in the course of life? Will he conquer fear when facing the future?

Thus, discern that he who fears the future belongs to darkness; this is the surest touchstone.

427. No one would believe that you knew so much of that which occurs now, but, also, no one will believe inthe signs which you are accustomed to discern. However, should one pay attention to those who do not desire

either to understand or accept? You know many followers of the Highest Teachings, but do they apply them in

life? On the contrary, their cruelty of heart and self-love are astonishing. It means that reason has deafened the

heart.

433. In the education of the heart, unnoticeably to ourselves, we become accustomed to the spheres of the Subtle

World. This occurs not because of some exceptional and miraculous phenomena but through minute sensations

which the sensitized heart begins to discern. One must acknowledge the idea of the significance of delicate

sensations, but one should not become a bigot delving into the dogma of petty divisions. The heart will indicate

the tortuous line between the vital and the conditional. Gradually, little by little, we acknowledge that there exists

about us a great number of manifestations that cannot be included in the laws of elementary physics. Experiences

will increase, and an entire sequence of the sensations of the Subtle World will be brought together. This will be

the most apparent beginning of the approach to the Subtle World. Following these sensations, we will begin also

to accustom the physical body to the specific qualities of the next state. Penetrating into the essence of the laws

of the Subtle World, we immediately gain specific steps in it. We consider it absolutely natural to accustom the

consciousness to the subtle feelings in order thus to acquire physical adaptability.

466. The Chain of the White Forces should be constantly in ones thoughts. Not condemnation but only the

future structure is needed. Effulgent is the White Chain from the Mountains of Light. These are significant times,

when even the humblest discern the magnificence of the White Chain. All Indications should be fulfilled so that

the specks of imperil may not impede the might of the White Forces. It is even beautiful to brush away allpettiness when titanic bodies are shaken.

468. The heart is aware of where there is deviation, where, curiosity, where, a desire for knowledge-discriminate

thus between the ones who approach. But do not entrust the fire to the superficial, do not entrust the counting of

the pages to the curious. Many misfortunes come from overtrust, which is intolerable where the treasures are

guarded.

509. Where then is that sentiment, that substance with which we can fill the Chalice of the Great Service? Let us

gather this feeling from the best treasures. We shall find its components in religious ecstasy, when the heart

quivers at the Highest Light. We shall find its components in the feeling of heart-felt love, when the tear of self-renunciation glistens. We shall discern it in the heros achievement when power is multiplied in the name of

humanity. We shall find it in the patience of the gardener when he ponders over the mystery hidden in a seed.


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people do not find it easy to be in the midst of all other combinations. What is said about the Fiery Angel with

scorched wings is correct. When he rushes to save the world, his phosphorescent wings brush against the rocks

of Earth and are scorched, and the Angel is weakened thereby. Thus is disclosed the marked difference between

the earthly world and the Fiery.

The earthly eye, though it be highly sensitive, does not usually assimilate even the subtle manifestations. But,

in turn, the Subtle World does not discern the fiery dwellers to whom the flaming heart can lead one. Thus one

can understand the veneration for Fire.

27. Observation of people who love the structure of flame constantly yields new deductions. Approaching Fire,

we begin to discern the rhythm of energy, which produces all combinations. One should love this element with

full understanding, in other words, with th

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