The Peaceful Kingdom: Neville Goddard's Interpretation of Isaiah 11:6

In Isaiah 11:6, we read:

"The wolf will live with the lamb, the leopard will lie down with the goat, the calf and the lion and the yearling together; and a little child will lead them." (Isaiah 11:6, NIV)

This passage, often seen as a vision of peace, carries a deeper significance in Neville Goddard’s teachings, symbolising the reconciliation of opposing states of consciousness within us and the alignment between our inner world of imagination and the outer world of manifestation.

The Symbolism of the Animals

The wolf and the lamb, the leopard and the goat, the lion and the calf—these pairs represent the contrasting forces within the mind. The wolf and leopard symbolise negative emotions, destructive thoughts, or fearful tendencies, while the lamb and goat represent peace, innocence, and foolishness. The lion and calf embody power, dominion, and new, unformed potential. These opposites must be reconciled within our consciousness, as they reflect the ongoing struggle between the inner world of imagination and the outer world of reality.

Imagination: The Role of the Child

The little child in this vision represents the imagination—the creative power that is both innocent and limitless. Neville teaches that imagination is the tool through which we can reconcile conflicting forces within ourselves. A child, free from the burdens of the past, represents our ability to tap into pure, creative potential. Just as a child can lead with untainted vision, our imagination has the power to guide us to inner harmony and manifest that harmony in the outer world.

This symbolic child is the key to bridging the divide between the internal world of imagination and the external world of manifestation. It’s through the childlike purity of imagination that we align our thoughts and beliefs, bringing peace between our inner desires and the external reality we create.

Reconciliation Between Inner and Outer Worlds

Isaiah’s vision offers a metaphor for reconciling the inner world of imagination with the outer world of manifestation. The lion and the lamb, the wolf and the goat, represent the contrasts within us—our fears, desires, and potential. The act of reconciling them symbolises the process of bringing our inner world into alignment with the external world. When we use our imagination to shape our reality, we bridge this gap, creating peace between the inner self and the outer manifestation.

Conclusion: Inner Peace and Outer Harmony Through Imagination

Isaiah 11:6 is a powerful symbol of transformation and alignment. The peaceful coexistence of opposites within the passage mirrors the reconciliation we must undergo between our inner world of imagination and our outer world of experience. Through the imagination, symbolised by the little child, we harmonise these worlds, manifesting peace both within ourselves and in the reality we create.