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" Who hath wrought and done it, calling the generations from the beginning? I the LORD , the first, and with the last; I AM he." - Isaiah 41:4 (KJV) "So the last will be first , and the first last."- Mat 20:16 The genealogy in Luke 3:23–38 is not simply a list of ancestors—it's a symbolic journey of consciousness. Each name, when understood through its Hebrew meaning, reflects a specific quality or phase in the unfolding of awareness. Neville Goddard taught that the Bible is not a historical account but a psychological blueprint, where names and stories represent inner states experienced by the individual soul. This table presents each name from Luke’s genealogy alongside its Hebrew meaning according to Strong’s Concordance , offering a view of this lineage as a sequence of spiritual states ascending toward the realisation of the divine self. Name Hebrew Meaning (Strong’s Concordance) Jesus Yah saves Joseph He increases Heli Ascending Mat...

" Who hath wrought and done it, calling the generations from the beginning? I the LORD , the first, and with the last; I AM he." - Isaiah 41:4 (KJV) "So the last will be first , and the first last."- Mat 20:16 "The Gospels of Luke and Matthew both present genealogies of Jesus, but they differ significantly in structure, order, and emphasis . These differences are not merely historical curiosities or literary preferences — they carry deep symbolic meaning , aligning beautifully with Neville Goddard’s teaching on the Law of Assumption : that what we inwardly accept as true will eventually unfold in our outer world. Luke’s Genealogy: The Path of Universal Consciousness Luke 3:23–38 traces Jesus’ lineage backward , beginning with Jesus and ending with Adam , “the son of God.” This reverse progression is unique in the New Testament and rich in symbolic depth. Starting Point: Jesus as the Present State of Consciousness In Neville’s teaching, Jesus represents th...

“A garden enclosed is my sister, my spouse; a spring shut up, a fountain sealed.”— Song of Solomon 4:12 Throughout Scripture, many names appear that, while minor in the overall narrative, symbolise crucial states of consciousness in the process of manifestation. One such name is Hezron. His name and place in the genealogy quietly reveal the necessity of guarding the imagination until it is ready to be expressed and take form. Who Is Hezron? Hezron (Hebrew: חֶצְרוֹן, ḥeṣrôn) appears in key genealogies: Genesis 46:12 – grandson of Judah, son of Perez Ruth 4:18 – part of the lineage to David Matthew 1:3 – in the genealogy of Jesus The root of Hezron’s name (חָצֵר, ḥāṣēr) means “to enclose” or “surround with a wall.” Strong’s Concordance defines it as “enclosed; surrounded by a wall.” Between Judah (praise) and David (the awakened kingly consciousness), Hezron marks the inner condition of enclosure — the imagination protected and held secure. Hezron as the Enclosure of Imaginatio...

" Who hath wrought and done it, calling the generations from the beginning? I the LORD , the first, and with the last; I AM he." - Isaiah 41:4 (KJV) "So the last will be first , and the first last."- Mat 20:16 This article traces the genealogy of Jesus as recorded in Matthew 1:1–17, pairing each ancestor’s Hebrew name meaning (per Strong’s Concordance) with a concise Neville Law of Assumption insight. Use these as prompts for assuming the inner state that aligns with your wished-for outcome. The Gospel of Luke also states the lineage of Christ, but in reverse order  Genealogy Overview Matthew divides the line into three sets of 14 generations: From Abraham to David From David to the Babylonian exile From the exile to Christ The Symbolism of the Three Sets of 14 Generations In Neville’s framework, the three sets of 14 generations symbolise the complete cycle of manifestation through the Law of Assumption. The number 14, being twice 7, reflects a doubling...

“Salmon begot Boaz by Rahab…” — Matthew 1:5 At first glance, this verse appears to offer nothing more than a genealogical detail. But through the interpretive key provided by Neville Goddard — that every name in Scripture represents a spiritual state or process — it reveals a rich inner pattern for the journey of manifestation. What Does the Name “Salmon” Symbolise? The name Salmon (שַׂלְמוֹן) may derive from shalom — meaning peace, wholeness, or completion — but is also associated with the idea of a garment or covering . In the language of consciousness: If shalom is the root, Salmon is the inner peace and settled awareness that precedes manifestation. If a garment , he symbolises the assumption of a new identity , as Neville often describes — the donning of a new state of being. Either way, Salmon is the inner act of consciousness that prepares the way . He is the soul coming into alignment — no longer tossed about by doubt or divided attention — but still, clothed, an...