Since Laban first removed from the herds all cattle of this kind, the chances of Jacob's getting rich on the speckled offspring of solid-colored cattle seemed poor indeed.īut Jacob evidently knew his Scriptures, and the idea we think so new, that first comes the "word" (or mental image), then the physical manifestation, was in his mind even when he made the bargain. Even then, when he would have gone back to his own country, Laban begged him to tarry yet a while longer, and agreed to pay Jacob as wages "all the speckled and spotted cattle, and all the brown cattle among the sheep, and the speckled and spotted among the goats." And how, through the guile of his father-in-law, Jacob had to serve a second seven years. You remember how Jacob agreed to serve Laban seven years for the hand of Rachel in marriage. Yet if you refer to the very first book of the Bible, you find more profound examples of applied psychology than in any textbook of today. We often speak of psychology and metaphysics as new sciences, and think that the study of these began within the last half-century. Then give to the world the best you have, If you’d like to view my latest book ( This Taste of Flesh and Bones–released September 8, 2020), press here. May it help you in your spiritual journey."For life is the mirror of king and slave, Please share this article if you enjoyed it. That, in itself, is the real magic by which we create the golden life we desire.ĭare to dream (and care for one another). In fact, we have been endowed with the greatest power–the power to choose what we will think. As such, we have neither been forsaken nor doomed to an earthly hell. You might also remind yourself of the following: We are spiritual children of the Highest of the High. Please let the positive message of this lesson seep into your mind and every cell of your Being. The word abracadabra literally means that thought (imbued with feeling in mind) matters, or apparently becomes “real.” ![]() The first is from Aramaic: I create like the word. The second is from the Hebrew: It came to pass as it was spoken. We might remind ourselves that words are merely the outer reflection of inner thoughts. While this may initially seem somewhat like hocus pocus, there are real implications. Do you believe that a business tycoon creates a successful new venture by concentrating on everything that could go wrong? Do you believe a world-class high jumper sets a new record by envisioning a crashing bar? Do you believe an opera singer sustains that high note by imagining a faltering voice? Do you think that healing–by whatever means–occurs by focusing on disease? Do you believe that thinking “ I can’t do this” will ever yield the positive results achieved by persons who’ve trained themselves to think “ I can” in every circumstance?Īn additional point is of relevance: Although the word origin of abracadabra is in question, there are two translations that add to the importance of what we’re telling ourselves, through thought and/or word. These are the equivalent to the king’s experience with the word abracadabra. When we desire success in a certain aspect of our life–perhaps in health, wealth, career, or romance–it’s imperative that we keep our focus on what we desire–and not on thoughts related to doubt, fear, or failure. The point of all this? It’s actually based in logic, especially for those who understand the correlation between what we’re thinking and what we’re experiencing in life. However, the magician cautions the king that for the method to work, he must not think of the word abracadabra. Try as he might, the king cannot keep the word out of his mind. The king listens attentively while the magician tells him the method, which seems plausible. Naturally the king is quite interested and employs the magician to do just that. Collier shares the account of a magician who informs a king that he has discovered a way to turn sand into gold. As strange as this may sound, it relates to the word “ Abracadabra,” which most of us may have initially heard in our childhood. ![]() A short account from Chapter Three (under the heading The Philosopher’s Charm) is worth noting, as I believe that it has the potential to help persons to achieve their goals. Collier was a major leader in the New Thought movement in the early to mid twentieth century. ![]() For individuals who are curious to learn more about the teachings of the Law of Attraction, a book entitled The Secret of the Ages by Robert Collier may be of interest.
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