The Seven Candlesticks, Seven Demons, and the Seven Days of Creation: A Path to Spiritual Awakening

In Neville Goddard's teachings, the Bible is not a historical record but a metaphysical allegory for spiritual growth and the creative power within us. Each symbol, parable, and narrative in the Bible reflects the process of self-realisation and the unfolding of consciousness. One fascinating intersection of these symbols can be found in the seven golden candlesticks in the Book of Revelation, the seven days of creation in the Book of Genesis, and the seven demons cast out of Mary Magdalene. These three symbols represent different aspects of the spiritual awakening process - a journey of purification, illumination, and the realisation of our divine potential

The Seven Days of Creation: Stages of Consciousness

In the Book of Genesis, the seven days of creation describe how God created the world in stages. Each day is a metaphor for a phase of the divine creative process, culminating in the creation of humankind. In Neville's teachings, the seven days are seen as symbolic of the evolution of consciousness—the unfolding of divine creative energy within the individual.

1. Day 1 (Light): The first day marks the awakening of awareness, the first spark of imagination. This is the birth of light or consciousness, where we become aware of our divine ability to create.

2. Day 2 (Separation of Waters): The second day represents the distinction between the conscious and subconscious mind, the separation of the higher mind (spiritual awareness) and the lower mind (physical reality).

3. Day 3 (Earth and Plants): The third day is when ideas begin to take shape in the mind, just as plants spring up from the earth. This is where creative thoughts begin to manifest as tangible possibilities.

4. Day 4 (Sun, Moon, and Stars): The fourth day represents the higher faculties of imagination and faith. These guide and illuminate the creative process, just as the sun, moon, and stars provide light to the earth.

5. Day 5 (Fish and Birds): The fifth day marks the vitalising energy that animates ideas and brings them to life, represented by the creation of fish and birds. 'Birds' and 'fish' are now an extension of the metaphor for the spirit (birds) upon the waters (fish) Genesis 1:2.

6. Day 6 (Animals and Humankind): The sixth day is the embodiment of the divine creative power, when we fully realise our ability to manifest desires and take physical action towards their fulfilment.

7. Day 7 (Rest): The seventh day represents completion and fulfilment. This is the state of rest when we know that our desires have been fully imagined, and we allow them to unfold naturally.

The Seven Golden Candlesticks: Symbols of Illumination

In Revelation, the seven golden candlesticks are described as being in the presence of the Son of Man (Jesus Christ), who is said to walk amongst them. These candlesticks can be understood as symbols of spiritual illumination and the awareness of divine creative power. Each candlestick represents a stage of awakening, similar to the seven days of creation. The candlesticks can be seen as representing the light of consciousness, which shines more brightly as we move through the stages of spiritual development.

Just as the seven days of creation represent the unfolding of the world, the seven candlesticks symbolise the stages of illumination within the individual. As we clear away the obstacles to spiritual awareness—symbolised by the seven demons—we move closer to fully recognising our creative potential and living according to our divine design.

The Seven Demons Cast Out of Mary Magdalene: Overcoming Mental Obstacles

One of the most intriguing parts of the New Testament story is the casting out of seven demons from Mary Magdalene (Luke 8:2, Mark 16:9). In Neville Goddard’s metaphysical interpretation, these demons are not external forces, but mental obstacles—negative thoughts and beliefs that keep the individual from recognising their divine potential. Just as Jesus cast out the seven demons from Mary Magdalene, we must clear away these mental blockages in order to allow the light of consciousness to shine freely, facilitating the manifestation of our desires.

Each demon represents a negative or limiting belief that clouds the individual’s ability to create the life they desire. These demons might include:

1. Ignorance: The lack of awareness about our divine creative power.

2. Confusion: The inability to distinguish between the conscious mind (higher self) and the subconscious mind (the world of appearances).

3. Doubt: The disbelief in the ability to manifest desires.

4. Lack of Direction: The absence of clarity or purpose in the creative process.

5. Fear: The fear that our desires will not manifest or the fear of taking action.

6. Limited Self-Worth: The belief that we are not worthy of receiving the good we desire.

7. Attachment: The need to control the outcome or impatience for the manifestation.

Each of these demons must be cast out—removed from our consciousness—in order for the seven candlesticks (the stages of spiritual illumination) to shine brightly. As we release these limiting beliefs, we move through the stages of spiritual awakening (the seven days of creation) and manifest the life we desire.

Conclusion: The Path to Spiritual Realisation

In Neville Goddard’s metaphysical framework, the seven golden candlesticks, the seven days of creation, and the seven demons cast out of Mary Magdalene all represent stages of spiritual growth—the process of awakening to the divine power that resides within us. The candlesticks symbolise the illumination that comes with clearing away negative thoughts, and the seven demons represent the mental obstacles that must be overcome on the path to spiritual realisation.

As we progress through the stages of creation and illumination, we begin to recognise the divine within ourselves, gaining clarity and purpose in our creative process. The seven days of creation and the seven candlesticks are ultimately symbolic of the creative journey that leads to the realisation of our full potential. And just as Jesus cast out the demons from Mary Magdalene, we too must clear the mental demons that hold us back, embracing the light of consciousness and the divine power to create the life we desire.

In this way, the story of Mary Magdalene is not just a historical event, but a symbolic representation of the inner purification that must take place within each individual. Through this purification, we can realise our true nature as creators, fully aligned with the divine, and begin manifesting our desires in the world.