The Way

Water symbolism begins in the very first breath of Scripture. “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was without form and void, and darkness was over the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters.” (Genesis 1:1–2, ESV) Before form, before light, before speech— there were the waters . These primordial waters represent the unshaped, creative depth of consciousness —what Neville Goddard would describe as the subconscious realm that holds infinite potential, awaiting the touch of assumption. In the Hebrew alphabet, the letter Mem (מ) means water . This is not a side symbol—it is the origination point , the first element beneath creation, and it continues to flow through every vision, miracle, and transformation in the Bible. Neville Goddard taught that imagination is the creative power of God. Mem— water —is its perfect metaphor: fluid, hidden, alive, and formative. In this article, we explore how this symbolism expr...

In Neville Goddard's teachings, Miriam , sister of Moses and Aaron, represents the subconscious mind's resistance to change and transformation. Her story offers profound insight into how the subconscious can rebel against the guidance of the conscious mind, delaying the process of manifestation. Miriam's Challenge to Moses (Numbers 12:1-10) In Numbers 12 , Miriam and Aaron oppose Moses because of his marriage to a Cushite woman. This act of rebellion symbolises the subconscious mind’s resistance to new ideas and directions. Just as Miriam challenges Moses’ authority, the subconscious resists the creative power of the conscious mind, clinging to old beliefs and patterns. The Consequences of Rebellion Neville often teaches that when the subconscious resists, it leads to stagnation . Miriam’s punishment—leprosy—symbolises the isolation that occurs when the subconscious mind is out of alignment with the conscious mind. Resistance results in a lack of manifestation and a...

The name Mary —rooted in the Hebrew Miriam —is often translated as bitterness , beloved , or even rebellion . These meanings seem contradictory at first glance, but they form a coherent and transformative arc when viewed through the teachings of Neville Goddard. In the Old Testament, Miriam —the sister of Moses—is a strong and vocal figure. She sings deliverance songs and later questions Moses’ unique spiritual authority. For this, she is struck with leprosy, separated, and only later restored. Miriam is not punished for wickedness, but for daring to assert a voice equal to revelation . Her “rebellion” is symbolic of the subconscious will challenging surface mind authority , demanding acknowledgement in the unfolding of divine law. Now, moving forward to the New Testament, we encounter Mary Magdalene , a key figure described as having seven devils cast out. In Neville’s language, these "devils" represent the rebellious and distorted states of mind that mirror Miriam's ...

At first glance, the New Testament seems curiously crowded with women named Mary. There’s Mary, the mother of Jesus; Mary Magdalene, the devoted follower; Mary of Bethany, the contemplative sister of Lazarus—and others still. Why this repetition? Most historians explain it away as a popular name of the time. But through the symbolic understanding shared in Neville Goddard’s teachings, the recurrence of “Mary” carries far greater meaning. Each Mary is a revelation of the subconscious—the fertile, faithful ground of creation. "Mary" represents the beloved aspect of mind that receives and responds to the Word—that is, to imagination. Though they appear in different roles, the Marys are not separate characters, but different functions of one creative principle. Three Faces of the Faithful Subconscious Mary, the mother of Jesus : the subconscious as womb—receiving the idea and bringing forth manifestation without question or effort. Mary Magdalene : the redeemed subconscious...

In the Gospel of John, several profound moments between Jesus and Mary Magdalene—derived from the name Miriam—hold deep spiritual significance. These interactions offer valuable insights into Neville Goddard’s teachings on the relationship between the conscious and subconscious minds. Mary Magdalene represents the subconscious, the emotional and receptive aspect of our consciousness, while Jesus embodies the conscious mind—the force of imagination and creative power. Their relationship in the Gospel serves as a powerful metaphor for awakened imagination and manifestation. 1. Mary Magdalene’s Role as a Follower (John 19:25) In John 19:25 , Mary Magdalene is present at the foot of the cross, showing unwavering loyalty. This moment signifies her role as the subconscious mind, always following the conscious mind (Jesus), even through times of transformation. Scripture: “Now there were at the cross of Jesus his mother, and his mother’s sister, and Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalen...