Theos-Talk Archives (May 1996 Message tl00395)

JRC:

I recognize the stress put upon Universal Brotherhood by
the founders of the T.S. I don't disagree with its importance,
as a single doctrine.

Before we can apply it, though, we need to know what it is
and what it means. That means more than simply benevolence
and love for others. An sincere love without any grounding
in the esoteric philosophy makes someone no better than a
traditional Christian. And sincere, but misinformed people,
can cause the most evil in the world, like the Inquisition,
the burning of the Witches, the Crusades, etc.

We need to put others first -- or rather not have selfishness
cloud our judgement -- but in addition to wanting to do good,
there must be something we have to offer.

Are we true to our inner callings? Have we acquired some
wisdom that we can impart? Have we developed the ability
to make art and music to give to the world? Are we a
financial genius, able to make money that can be used for
charitable purposes?

A willingness to serve others and make the world a better
place is only half the equation. The other half is
following our inner calling and personally flowering. We
perfect who and what we are, expanding what we have to offer.

-- Eldon