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In the story of Abraham , God makes a profound promise about “ seed ” —Abraham’s descendants who will inherit the land and multiply greatly: Genesis 12:7 : “To your seed will I give this land.” Genesis 13:15 : “To you and to your seed for ever.” Genesis 15:5 : “Look up into the sky and number the stars if you can. So shall your seed be.” Genesis 17:7 : “I will make my covenant… to be a God to you and to your seed after you.” Genesis 22:17 : “Your seed as many as the stars of the sky and as the sand which is on the shore of the sea.” The repeated emphasis on seed here symbolises not just physical offspring but the creative power of promise and potential, echoing an inner, spiritual principle . Genesis 1:11 and the Seed Within Itself In Genesis 1:11 , the Bible says: “Let the earth bring forth grass, the herb yielding seed, and the fruit tree yielding fruit after his kind, whose seed is in itself, upon the earth.”   This verse highlights a profound understa...

In Paul’s letters, Abraham does not appear as a dusty historical figure, nor simply as the father of a nation—but as something far more intimate and eternal: the personification of faith in the unseen . Through Neville Goddard’s spiritual interpretation, Abraham becomes a symbol of our own ability to assume the reality of that which we desire , and to trust in the unseen world of imagination as the only creative reality. Paul’s use of Abraham is not doctrinal—it is deeply psychological. He brings Abraham into the conversation to show how this inner faculty of faith is older than law, more powerful than effort, and foundational to spiritual transformation. Abraham Was Counted Righteous by His Belief “What, then, may we say that Abraham, our father, as to the flesh, has got? For if Abraham got righteousness by works, he has reason for pride; but not before God. For what does the Writings say? And Abraham had faith in God, and it was put to his account as righteousness.” — Romans 4...

The account of Abraham selecting a wife for Isaac is more than a historical narrative. Within a psychological and metaphysical framework — particularly as understood through Neville Goddard’s teachings — it outlines a process of assumption : one that involves faith, imagination, feeling, and divine law working in harmony. This isn’t a story about romance. It is a symbolic account of how the mind must bind itself to the correct inner state in order to bring forth what has been promised. Abraham as the Initiating Authority of Faith Abraham represents the source of faith — the part of the self that sets the foundation for assumption. He embodies the understanding that “whatever you assume to be true becomes your reality.” In the story, Abraham directs the process with clear intention, ensuring the mind binds itself to what is aligned and lawful. Psychologically, this shows that conscious assumption must not unite with just any emotional state . It must be joined to one that is lawful, ...

In the psychological reading of Scripture, Abraham represents the development of pure faith —the kind of faith Neville Goddard describes as “assumption,” or the ability to dwell inwardly in the unseen as if it were already so. His journey is not just about trusting God ; it is about separating from all belief in external causation and surrendering everything that tries to anchor the mind to appearances. Hagar and the Outer Mindset The story of Abraham sending away Hagar and Ishmae l (Genesis 21:9–14) is often misunderstood. But through the symbolic language of the Bible, Hagar is not just a handmaid—she represents the mindset of trying to achieve results by human means. She is the bondwoman , the belief in effort, strategy, and outer causation. Neville Goddard calls this the attempt to “make it happen” instead of “letting it be.” “And Sarah saw the son of Hagar the Egyptian, whom she had given birth to, playing with Isaac. So she said to Abraham, ‘Send away this woman and her son: ...

In the Book of Ezekiel, a strange scene unfolds. A man clothed in linen, identified as a scribe , is commanded to go through the city and put a mark on the foreheads of all who sigh and cry for the abominations committed within it (Ezekiel 9:4). This mark is not punishment—it is a distinction , a separation between those grieved by the current state and those indifferent to it. But this grief is not meant to stay stagnant. In Neville Goddard’s teachings, sorrow is only useful if it leads to transformation of state . If imagination is God, then to remain in grief is to misuse the gift. Those who “sigh and cry” are being acknowledged—not for their sorrow alone—but for their potential to shift. This act of marking the foreheads is symbolic of awareness . The forehead, the seat of imagination, is where thoughts are impressed. The mark signifies readiness to move beyond grief into assumption. In biblical language, a scribe is not someone who writes with ink, but someone who records and ...

In Genesis 22:1–19 , the biblical story of Abraham preparing to sacrifice Isaac carries significance when viewed through Neville Goddard’s teachings on the Law of Assumption. In his lecture “The Mystery Called Christ,” Neville presents this narrative as a vivid metaphor for faith, surrender, and the power of imagination. Abraham: The Embodiment of Unwavering Faith Abraham symbolises the inner self that remains faithful to God's promise , regardless of what appears in the external world. Isaac, his beloved son, represents the visible manifestation—something deeply cherished yet still a product of that faith. The story is not about a literal sacrifice, but a deeper spiritual test: Abraham’s willingness to surrender his attachment to the visible, no matter how precious it may be. The Meaning of Abraham’s “I AM” In Genesis 22:1 NKJV, Abraham responds to God’s call with “ Here I AM ”, showing his full readiness to obey the divine command. Later, in Genesis 22:7 NKJV, Abraham says to I...

Neville Goddard taught that the Bible is not history, but a psychological drama. Every character, event, and covenant represents a process within the human mind. At the heart of this process is the Promise —that whatever you dare to assume as true, and persist in, will become your reality. This Promise is powerfully expressed in the story of Abraham . In Genesis 15, God tells Abraham to look up at the stars and count them, saying, “So shall your seed be.” Traditionally interpreted as a prophecy about descendants, Neville revealed that it is a symbol of infinite inner potential . The stars represent states—possibilities—available to imagination. “Seed” here echoes the principle found in Genesis 1:11 , where the seed is described as being “in itself”—meaning every seed contains within it the full power and pattern for its own fulfilment. In the same way, the assumption sown in consciousness contains all that is needed to manifest as reality. Abraham’s journey, then, is the journey of ...

Romans 4:1-16 is a psychological revelation for anyone willing to explore the imagining mind. Through Neville Goddard’s framework—particularly the Law of Assumption—Paul’s words take on a new life. Abraham is not a distant patriarch, but a symbol of the one who dares to assume a new state of being . This chapter reveals that transformation doesn’t come through outward effort or moral law, but through inner conviction—through imagining and living from the end. It is faith, not works, that brings the promise to life. Romans 4:1–3 What then shall we say that Abraham our father has found according to the flesh? For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about, but not before God. For what does the Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was accounted to him for righteousness.” Neville’s interpretation: Abraham represents the state of faith —the individual who, despite no physical evidence, assumes the state desired. He imagines and persists in that assum...

“And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.” — Galatians 6:9 Faith is not optimism—it is a state of being . It is the invisible certainty that defines and directs every visible outcome. In the biblical story of manifestation, Abraham stands as the first ' man " to fully embody this principle. His life marks the birth of faith , not as passive belief but as active assumption. Neville Goddard often taught that manifestation begins in the unseen, and Abraham shows us how to stand unwavering in that invisible conviction. The First Stirring of Faith Abraham’s journey begins in Genesis 12 , where he receives the promise without evidence, plan, or support: “Now the Lord said to Abram, Go out of your country, and away from your family and your father’s house, into a land which I will show you: And I will make of you a great nation, blessing you and making your name great; and you will be a blessing.” — Genesis 12:1–2 This promise is n...

In Genesis 18, Abraham sits at the doorway of his tent when three men appear. This moment is more than an encounter; it symbolises the transition from one state of being to another. In Neville Goddard’s teachings, such a doorway represents the threshold between your current self and the fulfilled state you desire to enter. Genesis 4:7: "If you do well, will you not be lifted up? and if not, sin is waiting at the door, desiring to get control over you: but you are to get the mastery over it." This passage suggests that every moment offers a choice: to remain in an old state or step forward into a new assumption . The “door” symbolises the conscious decision point where you master your inner reactions and assumptions. Abraham’s Visitors: Faith in Action When Abraham receives the three men and hears the promise of Isaac, he stands at a spiritual doorway. Though Sarah laughs at the seeming impossibility of the promise, Abraham embodies unwavering faith — a complete acceptance...

In Neville Goddard’s teaching, the Bible is not a record of historical events but a psychological blueprint — a symbolic account of the inner workings of consciousness . Every character and incident plays out not in the world, but within you. When read in this light, the story of Abraham , Lot, and Lot’s daughters becomes a striking revelation of how assumptions shape experience — and how the mind divides and re-integrates itself in the process of transformation. Abraham and Lot: A Division Within You Abraham represents the awakened imagination — the self that walks by faith, not by sight. Lot, by contrast, symbolises the outer man — the part of you still tied to appearances, logic, and the five senses. When Abraham and Lot part ways in Genesis 13 , it isn't merely a geographic move — it’s an internal separation. The imaginal self must break from the reactive self if it is to dwell in the unseen. Lot “lifts up his eyes” and chooses the fertile plains of Jordan — a decision gr...

In Neville Goddard’s teachings, the Bible is not a historical record but a psychological pattern that teaches the individual to raise their assumptions about themselves , by using characters to personify aspects of the mind. Every key represents a quality of mind necessary for bringing the unseen into form.   Abraham , Jacob , Joseph , and Judah —are the founding fathers of the Law of Assumption, illustrating how to use cultivate the self and imagination to bring the unseen into reality. Each figure demonstrates a key aspect of imagining and embodying your desired state. They reveal the process of manifestation through qualities of Faith, Persistence, Imagination, and Praise. Symbolically aligned with the four Gospels, these figures teach the practical and spiritual steps necessary to assume, sustain, and realise your vision. Faith ( Abraham ) – Matthew Abraham is the father of faith—an inner conviction in the unseen promise. He sets out on a journey based purely o...

The story of Sodom and Gomorrah in the Bible is often misinterpreted as a tale of divine punishment for immorality, particularly targeting the LGBTQ+ community. However, seen through Neville Goddard’s understanding of consciousness and imagination , the story becomes a  metaphor for the transformation of the mind. At its heart is the revelation of creative power—and the initial resistance to it. The narrative symbolises the burning away of old, fixed beliefs and the emergence of a new way of thinking, one that aligns with creative freedom and delight in the imagination. The Discovery of Manifestation: Abraham and Sarah as States of Awareness Abraham and Sarah represent symbolic states of consciousness within the individual. They are not historical figures but inner postures—states that wrestle with belief, imagination, and the limits imposed by reason or experience. The biblical promise that Abraham will become the father of many nations is a metaphor for the birth of expanded pos...

In the Bible, Abraham twice refers to Sarah as his sister rather than his wife  or spouse (Genesis 12:10-13, Genesis 20:2-3). This is more than a literal event—it symbolises the evolving relationship between consciousness (Abraham) and imagination  (Sarah), a central theme in Neville Goddard’s teachings. The Biblical Dialogue: “She is My Sister” “Say you are my sister, so that I will be treated well for your sake and my life will be spared because of you.” — Genesis 12:13 (NIV) Abraham’s claim reveals an inner hesitation : he recognises Sarah presence but has not yet fully committed to the intimate creative union symbolised by marriage . This reflects how the conscious mind can sometimes hold back from fully embracing the imaginative mind’s power. Sarah’s Barrenness: The Unused Imagination  “Sarai was barren; she had no child.” — Genesis 11:30 (NIV) Sarah’s barrenness reflects a subconscious mind still inactive or unproductive—waiting for the conscious mind’s ful...

Neville Goddard taught that the Bible is not a record of ancient history but a psychological drama, unfolding in the life of every individual. For Neville, the Promise is not a metaphor—it is a literal assurance that what you imagine with faith will become fact . The stories in Scripture, especially those of Abraham, reveal this hidden law: that assumption creates reality . In Genesis 15, God's covenant with Abram is not just a divine contract; it is a step-by-step guide to inner transformation and manifestation . Every symbol, from the stars to the sacrifice, mirrors the personal journey of belief, doubt, persistence, and fulfilment. Through Neville’s lens, this chapter becomes a map of how the Promise operates within you. God’s Assurance: The Shield and Reward (Genesis 15:1) “After these things, the word of the Lord came to Abram in a vision, saying, Have no fear, Abram: I will keep you safe, and great will be your reward” Symbolism: The shield is your imagination protectin...

In Neville Goddard’s teachings, one of the most powerful principles is living in the end . This means to assume the state of the wish fulfilled —to fully embody the person who already possesses what they desire . A profound example of this principle is found in the story of Abraham , whose name change from Abram to Abraham serves as a symbolic moment of identity transformation and manifestation. The Power of Identity Transformation: Abraham’s Name Change In Genesis 17:5 , God changes Abram’s name to Abraham , saying: “No longer shall your name be called Abram, but your name shall be Abraham; for I have made you a father of many nations.” The name Abram means “exalted father,” while Abraham means “father of many nations.” This change isn’t just a symbolic act; it is a shift in identity that aligns with God’s promise . It is a declaration that Abraham is no longer simply an individual with limited potential but is now the father of nations. Abraham’s name change represents the ...