The Way

The story of Elijah and Ahab in the book of 1 Kings 18 offers a powerful narrative of inner conflict, the importance of assumption, and the manifestation of desires. When interpreted through the teachings of Neville Goddard, it becomes a striking example of how imagination, faith, and persistence lead to the fulfillment of our desires. In this post, we will explore key verses from 1 Kings 18, applying Neville’s interpretation to reveal deeper insights into the creative power of the mind. 1 Kings 18:1-2 – The Lord Sends Elijah to Ahab “After a long time, in the third year, the word of the Lord came to Elijah: ‘Go and present yourself to Ahab, and I will send rain on the land.’ So Elijah went to present himself to Ahab.” Neville Goddard Interpretation: In this passage, the "word of the Lord" represents the inner guidance of imagination—the "Word" within us that directs us toward our desires. The "word" can be understood as the assumption we make about wha...

In Neville Goddard’s framework, the names of God, particularly those containing “El,” are often seen as symbols of divine qualities or aspects of the higher, spiritual states of consciousness. "El" in many names in the Bible refers to God, or a reference to divine power, and represents the higher, awakened state of consciousness—the state of knowing the truth of “I AM.” This connection highlights that when we align with the divine, we are acknowledging and embodying the attributes of God within us. For example, names like Israel , Emmanuel , Elijah , and Gabriel all include "El," and through Neville’s lens, these names represent states of being that are aligned with spiritual awakening, divine creativity, and inner power. On the other hand, the names of states that represent doubt, unbelief, and fear, often contain “bal,” symbolising lower states of consciousness, rooted in false beliefs, external conditions, or separation from the divine truth. These states are ...

Every moment of inspiration is a visitation—an annunciation of a new state. It comes as a whisper within, a revelation from the Lord, calling man to rise to a higher conception of himself. But as soon as this inner stirring occurs, there often follows a quiet and familiar voice: the questioning voice, the subtle whisper of doubt. In the language of Scripture, this is the appearance of the serpent. Just as the woman in Eden stood before the tree already aware of its appeal, so too does man become aware of his desire as soon as he is quickened with a new state. The tree represents the awareness of something beyond the current assumption—a knowledge of good and evil, a knowing beyond innocence. But what causes man to waver? Why, after receiving the word, does he fall into uncertainty? To understand this, we must see the serpent not as an external being, but as the outpicturing of man’s former assumptions—the remnant of the old man. 1. The Subtlety of the Serpent The serpent is described i...

Understanding the Inner Meaning of the Biblical Plagues Through Imagination and State "Let my people go, that they may serve me." — Exodus 8:1 (A call to consciousness: the soul’s desire for freedom and awakening.) The plagues in the story of Exodus are not mere punishments, but rather symbols of resistance within the human consciousness. The story begins with Pharaoh’s refusal to let go of old beliefs , which ultimately brings about a spiritual struggle and the eventual plagues. Each plague begins with Pharaoh’s heart being hardened , resisting the will of change. This hardness of heart represents the ego’s refusal to yield , and the plagues that follow symbolise the consequences of that refusal. Just like Pharaoh's resistance to Moses and the call for freedom, we too experience internal resistance when we face the task of transforming our consciousness. Each plague represents a step in the journey toward overcoming mental and emotional blocks and moving towar...

When reading the Bible through the teachings of Neville Goddard, it becomes clear that the scriptures aren’t chronicling ancient history or describing external deities—they're psychological dramas, symbolic narratives playing out within the mind of the individual. One of the most misrepresented symbols in this inner journey is Baal . Often associated with pagan idolatry and later conflated with Satan, Baal has long been misunderstood. But Neville offered a transformative interpretation that strips away superstition and brings clarity to this ancient symbol. To Neville, Baal is not an external idol or demonic figure—it represents any belief in an external cause . Whenever you assume that something outside of you—be it money, circumstance, another person, or even fate—is responsible for the condition of your life, you are, symbolically, worshipping Baal. It is the core of what he calls “idol worship”: looking to the world of effects rather than acknowledging the only true cause— yo...

Ezekiel 23 is one of the Bible’s most vivid and challenging chapters, depicting the sexual misconduct of two sisters—Oholah and Oholibah—through intense and unsettling metaphors. At first glance, the graphic imagery of “flesh like asses” and “issue like horses” (Ezekiel 23:20) can seem crude or shocking when interpreted literally. Yet, when understood through the psychological and spiritual framework taught by Neville Goddard, this story unfolds as a allegory about the misuse of the mind’s creative power and the divided nature of consciousness. Two Tents: Outer and Inner Mind In the original biblical context, Oholah represents Samaria and Oholibah Jerusalem . But Neville’s teachings encourage us to see them as symbolic states of mind. Oholah , meaning “ Her Tent ,” signifies the outer mind —the surface consciousness that places its faith and identity in external powers, such as political alliances, material success, or public approval. This mind “plays the harlot” by worshipping the...