George Washington’s Prayer for the United States

GEORGE WASHINGTON’S PRAYER FOR THE UNITED STATES

Almighty God: We make our earnest prayer that Thou wilt keep the United States in Thy holy protection; that Thou wilt incline the hearts of the citizens to cultivate a spirit of subordination and obedience to government: and entertain a brotherly affection and love for one another and for theirfellow citizens of the United States at large.

And finally that Thou wilt most graciously be pleased to dispose us all to do justice, to love mercy, and to demean ourselves with that charity, humility, and pacific temper of mind which were the characteristics of the Divine Author of our blessed religion, and without a humble imitation of whose example in these things we can never hope to be a happy nation.

Grant our supplication, we beseech Thee, throughJesus Christ our Lord.

Amen

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Today: I Ching – Daily Readings

Today: I Ching is a series of postings based on readings from the ancient Chinese text, the I Ching.  Individual postings in the series are narratives that I compose based on my readings and intuitive interpretations of the I Ching.
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The readings contained in Today: I Ching posts are intended to reflect the tendencies described by the I Ching in answer to the question: “What is going on today?” The results are intended to have relevance to the reader of the post in some way.  It also can include relevance to what is going on in the world at large.

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Today: A deluge from heaven

The time is ripe for a major breakthrough with your endeavors. You have the capacity to rain fortune on those you seek to help.

You have a rival who is in stubborn opposition, so your iron will must come to the forefront now.  In particular, keep a tight lock on your mouth.   Continue reading “Today: A deluge from heaven”

Every normal person thinks, imagines and projects…

SSSYWa“Every normal person thinks, imagines, and projects through the mind. You ultimately identify with your mind and become dependent on the mind. The reality is that you should not depend on your mind. Instead, you should project from the point of view of your consciousness.” Yogi Bhajan

(via Ram Anand)

Today: Contemplate, be the watchtower

The gentle Wind roams the Earth:  Expand your sphere of influence as you expand your awareness.  Direct your your devotion and intentions to the pursuit of clarity and wisdom.  Be aware of the inspiring, positive example you are setting for others to emulate.  Be the watchtower, the lighthouse for all to see. Continue reading “Today: Contemplate, be the watchtower”

You are nothing but a potential living consciousness…

SSSYWa“You are nothing but a potential living consciousness. Your basic necessity, the drive of your elemental self is to become practical, grassroots, living consciousness  – potential living consciousness to practical living consciousness.” Yogi Bhajan

(via Ram Anand)

Today: Use your creative powers…beware of people who approach with self-serving agendas

You may engage anything that supports your aspirations and creativity.  You have many good choices.

Do not engage people who are selling false and self-serving promises. They remain harmless as long as you do not come to meet them and give them power. The danger is in their false appearances.  The inferior thing seems so harmless and inviting that there is a tendency to delight in it; it looks so small and weak that it is easy to imagine that you may dally with it and come to no harm.  Recognizing deceptive behavior at the outset is the key to not falling under its influence and to avoiding real danger.

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I Ching: Today

Which brings us back to sadhana…

SSSYWa“Which brings us back to sadhana. That is where you sit, dwell in the thoughts and words of the soul, and peel away all your non-reality with the vastness of your spirit. If you train your mind this way, then you will discover something for your self. If you live in absolute fearlessness, God will live in you because fear and truth cannot go together.” Yogi Bhajan

(via Ram Anand)

Today: Rise above the chaos and insanity

When human folly has grown beyond all proportion, don’t jump in, don’t feed it, don’t ignore it, don’t react.  All we can do is breathe in, contain the experience of it, let it be dispersed in our silence, and breathe out, expanding the transmutation into and beyond our environment. Our endurance, resilience and flexibility will have a strong impact on our immediate relations who can then carry them forward.  The insanity will pass.

I Ching: Today

When you act out of fear…

SSSYWa“When you act out of fear you try to draw attention to yourself out of any insanity you can create. Seeking the attention comes from your darkness and insanity. Creativity and love come from your sensitivity.” Yogi Bhajan

(via Ram Anand)

Today: In your stillness, observe

Stay in stillness. Conditions are favorable for hostile forces to challenge you.  Avoid the petty and superficial by keeping shallow people at a distance, not in anger but with dignity.  Retreat to security, so that the surrounding darkness cannot encroach upon your peaceful existence.  Stay in silence. Watch. Listen.

I Ching: Today

You are never separated from God or your soul…

SSSYWa“You are never separated from God or your soul. You come to this planet not to seek anything. You come to recognize God and realize your soul.” Yogi Bhajan
Yogi Bhajan

(via Ram Anand)

the mind is your servant to master time and space…

SSSYWa“The mind is your servant to master time and space and to always find a way to connect with the Infinite. To tap this intelligence in the mind say to your self: “I am Thee. Thou is Me. Me is Thou. I am Thee.” Continue reading “the mind is your servant to master time and space…”

Meditation: NM371 – Enjoy the Creativity of God

Yogi Bhajan – NM371

MEDITATION – Enjoy the Creativity of God

    1. Sit straight in a cross-legged
      position. Raise the hands in front of the heart with the fingers spread open. Keep the palms facing inward and interlock the fingers so that the thumbs are pointing up at 90 degrees and the fingers are straight, at an upwards angle. Elbows are relaxed down. Eyes are closed.
      Continue reading “Meditation: NM371 – Enjoy the Creativity of God”

Today: Be strong in your stillness

Heaven’s motherlode waits within the Mountain:
Mine deep into history’s wealth of wisdom and deeds, charging your character with timeless strength.  Follow the teachings given you through the Guru. Be strong in your sadhana with constant discipline.

Continue reading “Today: Be strong in your stillness”

The mind will serve you three ways…

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“The mind will serve you three ways. When it is neutral it will recognize the truth. When it is positive it will tell you the right direction to go and what good can be done. When it is negative it will warn you and protect you from harm and badness.” Yogi Bhajan

(via Ram Anand)