the principle of Correspondence
Use the Principle of Correspondence to unlock the mystery of heaven. John 3:12 - If I have told you earthly things, and ye believe not, how shall ye believe, if I tell you of heavenly things? The second Principle, the Principle of Correspondence, embodies the idea that there is a harmony, agreement, and correlation between the many fields (levels) of manifestation, life, and being. This is so because all that is in the universe emanates from the same source. "As above, so below; as below, so above." The same laws, principles, and characteristics apply to each unit or combination of units of activity as each manifests its own phenomena in its own field. Note that as you examine the concept of field, the rate of vibration expresses the degrees or levels of that field. It is a well known fact of modern science that everything is in motion; everything vibrates; nothing is at rest. From the highest manifestation to the lowest, everything and all things vibrate. Not only do they vibrate at different rates of motion but in different directions and in different manners. The degrees of the rate of vibration constitute the degrees of measurement on the scale in the fields. These degrees form levels. The higher the degree of vibrational rate, the higher the level, and the higher the manifestation of life occupying that level. No Argument Here There is no need to create an argument by applying terms and a construct to the fields, levels, and dimensions of the universe. Terms would be artificial and arbitrary, for the fact is that all of the levels are but ascending uncountable degrees of the great scale of life. The lowest point is undifferentiated matter and the highest point is that of spirit. The different levels shade into each other so that no hard and fast division may be made between the phenomena on adjoining levels. The atom of matter, the unit of force, the mind of the human, and the being of the archangel are all but degrees in one scale. All are fundamentally the same; the difference depends solely upon the degree and rate of vibration. All are creations of God and have their existence solely within the Infinite Mind of God. From the bottom of the scale where gross matter begins, the scale ascends and reaches heights where beings of whom you may speak of as angels, archangels, and demigods reside. On some of these levels dwell those great souls whom you call masters and adepts. Above them come the great hierarchies of the angelic hosts, unthinkable to humankind; and above those come those who may without irreverence be called "the gods." So high in the scale of being are they that their intelligence and power are akin to those attributed by the races of humankind in their conceptions of deity. These beings are so beyond even the highest flights of human imagination that the word "Divine" is the only word applicable to them. Many of these beings as well as the angelic host take the greatest interest in the affairs of the universe and PLAY an important part in its destiny. These unseen divinities and angelic helpers extend their influence freely and powerfully in the process of evolution and cosmic progress. They have superimposed their knowledge and power upon the world, again and again, all under the Law of God, of course. Their occasional intervention and assistance in the affairs of humankind have led to the many legends, beliefs, religions, and traditions of the race, past and present.
One Law Fits All The highest of these advanced beings exist merely as creations of and in the Mind of God. They are subject to the cosmic processes and universal laws. They are still mortal. You may call them "gods" if you like, but still they are but the elder sisters and brothers of the race -- the advanced souls who have outstripped you. They have foregone the ecstasy of absorption by God in order to assist the race on its upward journey along the path. They belong to the universe and are subject to its conditions. Being mortal, their level is below that of absolute spirit. These were also called Prophets who were sent here to deliver "The Message". In summary According to the Principle of Correspondence which states, "As above, so below; as below, so above," all of the seven great Principles are in full operation through out the universes and the levels contained within them. The Principle of Mental Essence of course applies to all levels, for all are held in the Mind of God. The Principle of Correspondence manifests in everything, for there is a connection, harmony, and agreement between the many levels. The Principle of Vibration manifests on all levels. In fact the very vibratory composition of matter and energy defines its level or field of existence. The Principle of Rhythm can be seen in the movement of phenomena having its ebb and flow, rise and fall, incoming and outgoing. The Principle of Cause and Effect is constant; every effect having its inescapable cause and every cause having its effect. Lastly, the Principle of Gender manifests on each level, operating along the lines of its masculine and feminine aspects. "As above, so below; as below, so above." This axiom embodies one of the great principles of universal phenomena.
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