Ezekiel’s vision of the four living creatures can be understood, through Neville Goddard’s interpretation, as a kind of imaginal intercession—a symbolic condensation of the journey of consciousness. It gathers the inner development of spiritual states represented by the patriarchs (newly formed directors of consciousness) —faith in Abraham, persistence in Jacob, imagination in Joseph, and praise in Judah—and presents them as a single, living image. These creatures are not external beings but facets of the one divine imagination, the I AM, preparing to express itself more fully. What was once hidden within these early figures is now ready to take form as the four Gospels, each one revealing a different aspect of the divine unfolding in man. They represent the four pillars of manifestation: Faith, Persistence, Imagination, and Praise.
The Four Faces: The Pillars of Manifestation
In Ezekiel’s vision, each of the four creatures has four faces—a man, a lion, an ox, and an eagle. These faces represent distinct aspects of consciousness, each playing a crucial role in the manifestation process. Each face aligns with a different pillar of manifestation that Neville Goddard taught as essential for creating the reality you desire.
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Man: Abraham: Matthew: Faith
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The man face symbolises the conscious mind, where you decide what to believe. It is the mental act of assumption, where you choose the belief you will hold and trust. Faith is the foundation of manifestation because you must first believe in the reality of your desires before they can come to pass. The man face represents the mental decision to assume and believe that what you desire is already yours.
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Lion: Jacob: Mark: Persistence
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The lion face represents the courage and strength to persist in the face of obstacles and resistance. When you are committed to your assumption, you must not waver, no matter what the external world presents. The lion’s roar can be seen as the inner conviction and determination that your assumption is true, regardless of appearances. Persistence means continuing to hold your vision, even when it seems impossible or contrary to present reality. Persistence is the unwavering strength to keep imagining your desired outcome.
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Ox (Beast): Joseph: Luke: Imagination
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The ox face represents the labour of imagination. It is the inner work of visualising and keeping your assumption alive. The ox is a symbol of hard work, but it also represents the effort needed to sustain your mental imagery. Imagination is the creative power through which your desires are brought into form, and the ox symbolises the consistent focus and imagination needed to manifest your reality. As the ox works tirelessly to plough the fields, so does your imagination tirelessly work to manifest your desires. The beast is the ox before it is domesticated. The ox is ruled by the elevated consciousness symbolised by the lion.
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Eagle: Judah: John: Praise
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The eagle face represents spiritual elevation and gratitude. The eagle is free, soaring above earthly limitations, representing the transcendence of physical reality. In the manifestation process, praise—or gratitude—is the acknowledgment of the divine power within you that has already brought your desires into being. As the eagle flies high, you rise above the doubt and disbelief, trusting that your assumptions are manifesting. Praise elevates your mind to a higher state of awareness, allowing you to see and accept your desires as already fulfilled.
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The Wings: Freedom and Spiritual Elevation
In Ezekiel’s vision, the creatures also have wings that stretch upward. These wings represent spiritual elevation, freedom from limitation, and the divine inspiration that comes from connecting with your higher consciousness.
Symbolism of Wings in the Manifestation Process:
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Freedom from Limitation: The wings enable the creatures to transcend physical boundaries, lifting them above the constraints of the material world. In manifestation, this is symbolic of the freedom you gain when you cease to be bound by the limitations of your current reality. When you align your imagination with faith, persistence, and praise, you gain the ability to transcend the restrictions of your present circumstances.
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Alignment with Higher Consciousness: The wings represent the elevation of the mind. As you engage in the four pillars of manifestation—faith, persistence, imagination, and praise—you are lifted into a higher state of awareness, transcending the mundane and entering into a divine state of creativity. The wings symbolise your connection to the infinite, to the universal creative power that lies within you.
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Inspiration and Vision: Just as the eagle has a clear and far-reaching vision, the wings also represent the inspiration that comes from having a clear, expansive view of your desires. When you are attuned to your higher self, you can see beyond the physical world and visualise the fulfilment of your desires as if they already exist.
The Many Faces: The Multiplicity of Consciousness
The many faces of the creatures also speak to the multiplicity of consciousness required in the manifestation process. Each face represents a different state of being that you must embody as you work through the creative process:
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The man face represents faith—the decision to believe.
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The lion face represents persistence—the courage to continue even in the face of doubt.
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The ox face represents imagination—the mental work required to maintain your vision.
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The eagle face represents praise—the spiritual elevation that comes when you acknowledge your desires as already fulfilled.
The many faces are symbolic of the fact that manifestation is not a one-dimensional process. It involves a multifaceted approach where all aspects of your mind—conscious, emotional, and spiritual—must work in harmony to bring about your desired results.
Conclusion: A Unified Approach to Manifestation
The four creatures in Ezekiel’s vision are more than just symbolic figures; they represent the four pillars of manifestation: Faith, Persistence, Imagination, and Praise. Together, they form a unified approach to the manifestation process, each one essential in its own right.
By understanding the significance of the many faces and wings, you can see how all aspects of your consciousness—mental, emotional, and spiritual—must be in harmony to manifest your desires. The man face (faith), the lion face (persistence), the ox face (imagination), and the eagle face (praise) work together, with the wings providing the freedom and spiritual elevation needed to create a reality aligned with your highest desires.
In embracing these aspects of consciousness and aligning with your higher self, you empower your manifestation process, allowing your desires to take flight with the wings of imagination and the faces of faith, persistence, and praise.
Side Note:
The dominance of male patriarchs and male narratives in the Bible is not a reflection of gender, but rather a symbol of the conscious mind and its various stages of development. These figures represent universal qualities that are present in everyone, regardless of gender.
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