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Concept and problem of International Unity
David Hopper Posted on: Monday 19 March 2007 2:00:04 pm

The problem of International Unity is at the very heart a problem of separatism and lack of cooperation. It is a problem of greed and control of power. With the ending of the Cold War the world breathed a collective sigh of relief, but so many other dangers seem never ending. The problems of (nuclear) terrorism, ecological and economic abuse still abound with no end in sight. Further, there is no particular vision for the 21st century except for the richest nations consolidating more power amongst themselves and further squandering the world’s resources. With the coming of a new millennium the time is ripe to initiate a vision encompassing all humanity. But what will it take to unite around a common theme? How will the world deal with the ever growing population and ecological crises? Unless these and other equally pressing crises are dealt with head-on our world as we presently know it has about 1 full generation remaining before insurmountable disasters ensue.

From an esoteric point of view, the problem deals with very serious mental powers being focused on the inner planes towards selfish and destructive ends. When you consider the destruction wars wreak on the physical plane imagine the level of destruction on the inner planes that occur long before they reach the physical. What kind of conflicts or karma are being worked out in the lower centers of our world leaders at the expense of all humanity and when will it end?

It is my contention that the majority of humanities problems will not be overcome unless we have leaders with vision and essentially untouchable from an ethical, political and economic point of view. Leaders that are Initiates, can and will continue to make a difference but can even they really manifest the Plan alone? It seems that a number of initiates need to be simultaneously in key places, in key industries, all over the world to help influence (100th Monkey scenario) and make the difference (certainly with the help of the Masters). It should be noted that initiates come in different types; those whom are conscious of the knowledge of their own abilities and the Plan and what they can do and those who have a strong understanding of the Plan and how to carry it out but are not necessarily conscious of themselves esoterically. This in itself may not matter too much. In the case of the work of the Initiates, its the successful working out of the Plan that really matters.

According to AAB or D.K. in TWM, pp. 412-413, there was a Master’s Conclave sometime soon after WW1 indicating that certain groups of workers…were set out with the task of “elevating the humanity and expanding the human consciousness”. “Its members are composed of men women of all nations and ages, but each one must be spiritually oriented, all must be conscious servers, all must be mentally polarized and alert, and all must be inclusive”. This of course, describes the New Group of World Servers perfectly. Also, it seems that this largely happened after WWII with the birth of new understandings in social, ecological, economic and political spheres.

David Hopper
Inertia
Malcolm Borg Posted on: Thursday 22 March 2007 6:00:03 pm
I totally agree with what you said, and I just want to add one point. I think that the barrier between living the spiritual values and continue living in greed and selfishness; between the manifesting of the Aquarian Age and continuing of this transitionary period; between awakening to the light and continue to delve in darkness is inertia. I think there is a major want and cry for transformation of conditions by everyone-politicians, educators, religious people, scientists and the masses of humanity. But everyone seems that they are waiting for something to happen and even if they do something, the effort is small and flattened easily by a combatting effort. Everyone seems to depend on somebody else to take action and noone wants to undertake the hassles of actually doing something. The thoughts, prayers and desires are all healthy weapons for a change to occur but it's time for action on the physical plane.
Concept and problem of International Unity
Fidel Asante Posted on: Thursday 22 March 2007 6:00:05 pm

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I agree with David Hopper. I would just like add that I think that many if not all the worlds economic, political and social problems could be solved by leaders having the courage to share the worlds resources more equitably, (see'Externalisation of the Hierachy' pages 196-198), and who are 'cushioned', if thats the right word, by a public opinion that supports, or perhaps through growing demand precipitates, the taking of such measures.

Im constantly encouraged by how certain sections of the public are acknowledging that the present state of injustice in political and economic affairs has to change. I think eventually the power of the media will be harnessed for making just this point, that is that those in power will be out of touch and out of office if they dont heed the calls for justice by those they are meant to serve.

Sharing produces trust and trust enables sharing and both are essential for our continuing residence on the planet.

Fidel Asante
"What is an Initiate"...
David Hopper Posted on: Friday 04 May 2007 6:00:05 am

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I should clarify on the point I made in an earlier post: "...Leaders that are Initiates, can and will continue to make a difference but can even they really manifest the Plan alone? It seems that a number of initiates need to be simultaneously in key places, in key industries, all over the world to help influence (100th Monkey scenario) and make
the difference (certainly with the help of the Masters). It should be noted that initiates come in different types; those whom are conscious of the knowledge of their own abilities and the Plan and what they can
do and those who have a strong understanding of the Plan and how to carry it out but are not necessarily conscious of themselves
esoterically. This in itself may not matter too much. In the case of the work of the Initiates, its the successful working out of the Plan that really matters."

In short, I certainly do not presume to know how an Initiate thinks. But we can make some assumptions. Part of what defines an Initiate is that he or she has a well developed mental plane and that their connection with the Higher Self via the antahkarana is present. These people don't even have to be "conscious" or have a knowingness that he or she is an Initiate per se. Indeed, the Teachings emphasize service before all else. I do believe however, that you will know this
person by their words, how they express themselves and certainly by their actions.

Probably the first and most direct course towards a truly spiritually aligned society is one that practices unity for all and ethics in all activities. In today's material culture, its so easy to function by the world's standards of mistrust, abuse and competition. On the other hand, it is a person of fine energy, that is consciously manifesting the energies of love and the light of understanding. People such as this will practice the principle of sharing and goodwill in their lives and help other to realize this too. We’re on the verge of major shifts in all areas of civilization. Our culture and society will be come fractured. It will be incumbent on those people who have a greater vision and represent the forces of reconstruction. People that see needs for humanity and the environment and can act on this, are the leaders I speak of.
International Unity
Arnold Ward Posted on: Friday 27 July 2007 9:00:13 am
International Unity, potentially resides in the United Nations and cannot be realised until the “problems of (nuclear) terrorism, ecological and economic” (David Hopper 19/3/2007) are dealt with on a worldwide cooperative basis. It is fair to state that present indications of international cooperation are not that likely, the reason being perhaps, of an unwillingness to “give away” national authority to another body because it might mean being ‘taken advantage of’.

Nations are too focussed on their own position and find it politically difficult to deal on a cooperative basis with fundamentals such as disarmament, equitable sharing of the world’s resources, achieving sustainable development. As an example, attempts have been made, on an international level, to adopt the Tobin Tax which would apply to purely financial transactions, but it appears to be a difficult process.

There are hopeful signs of an ability to turn circumstances around. The use of the internet to disseminate news that is closer to reality, YouTube is being taken up at a rapid rate, especially by young people who have the most to lose as circumstance degenerate and the ability to ‘blog’. Add to this the 1,000,000 or so groups and organisations that are involved in social justice, indigenous rights, the environment and other similar aims (per Paul Hawken – The Ecologist July/August 2007) and there is the potential for a groundswell towards genuine international cooperation.

There is a possible route which could be taken to achieve a beginning of international unity and that is the encouragement of nations to adopt membership of the International Simultaneous Policy Organisation ( ISPO). Several countries now have MP’s signed up as members and a visit to the ISP website - http://www.simpol.org/ - will provide more information about its philosophy and means of implementation.

As noted above, the majority of nations are loathe to sign away policies and principles because of losing any advantage they possess and therefore unified action would be a benefit.

The Tibetan estimated that the bulk of humanity is still purely emotional in its reactions (Esoteric Psychology II) and therefore any appeal to work towards international unity will have to take that into account. A different level of communication will be needed for those who are at the mental level.

It is possible that a wide appeal throughout the internet, via many of the websites, for an international meditation at both emotional and mental levels, on a particular need, coordinated for a particular period of time could produce a desired objective.
International Unity
Stanley Johnston Posted on: Friday 10 August 2007 8:00:30 am
Arnold Ward recognises the potential of the United Nations. But it is more than potential. The UN transcends merely international accords, and is both enriched and stabilised by international competition. UN Resolutions clarify global problems and remedies beyond national competence, and their reassuring common sense shapes the world community. UN human rights instruments describe our shared values and priorities. Through cold and hot wars, the UN General Assembly describes the natural law, and the Security Council steps gingerly toward implementing it.

Arnold says nations are too focused on their own interests to pool sovereignty in the UN, for example to adopt the Tobin tax and to regulate arms and sustainable development. But the UN does not expect altruism: by article 1, its Charter aims to harmonise national interests, not to deny them. For instance, we will disarm when we can rely on regular UN law enforcement. As in any federal state, we do not lose power when we centralise it; we stand politically taller and we enlarge our influence. As Arnold says, we see that “unified action would be a benefit.”

David Hopper rightly sees no end to our problems. Problems are the obverse of values: our reach will always exceed our grasp, or what’s a heaven for? (Robert Browning.) As we move to a civilised world under law, David says, “Our culture and society will become fractured.” We crack eggs to make an omelette: subcultural myths and traditions will merge into the space and grace of global thinking. Crises are opportunities for people of vision who represent what David calls “the forces of reconstruction.”

Malcolm Borg says that thoughts, prayers and desires are healthy weapons for change, but that it is time for action on the physical plane. One step is to respect the law that education “shall promote understanding, tolerance and friendship among all nations, racial or religious groups, and shall further the activities of the United Nations for the maintenance of peace.” No human right has been reiterated more emphatically by governments of all persuasions: the Universal Declaration of Human Rights 1948 article 26, the Convention against Discrimination in Education 1960 article 5, the Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights 1966 article 13, and the Convention on the Rights of the Child 1989 article 29. Violation of that right is child abuse. World Goodwill and UNESCO could design a syllabus to realise the right.

Stan Johnston