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In the blessing Jacob gives to Judah (Genesis 49:11–12), he declares: "Binding his foal to the vine, and his donkey’s colt to the choice vine; he washes his garments in wine, and his clothes in the blood of grapes. His eyes will be dark with wine, and his teeth white with milk." This striking passage is not just poetic; it speaks directly to the creative process as understood in Neville Goddard’s teachings. Every image here — the vine, the donkey, the wine, and even the milk — symbolises a function of the imagination and the law by which it brings forth reality. Jacob’s words to Judah offer a vivid metaphor for the Law of Assumption and the inner alignment it requires. The Vine: Your “I AM” — The Creative Centre of Being In Scripture, the vine symbolises the inner source from which all life and experience grow. When Jesus says, “I am the vine, you are the branches” (John 15:5), He is not referring to Himself as a separate being — He is revealing a mystical truth: the “...

Neville Goddard taught that the Bible is not a historical account, but a psychological drama — a symbolic unfolding of the inner world and its divine imagination. Its verses speak in symbols, tracing the movement of consciousness through longing, identity, union, and transformation. One of the most quietly pivotal verses in the entire narrative is Genesis 2:24: “Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.” This is not a description of physical marriage . It is the emotional structure behind every transformation in the Bible. It is a symbolic instruction: to leave inherited belief (the “father and mother”) and to unite with the state of being one longs to become (the “ wife ”) until it is embodied. To “cleave” in this way is an act of love in its truest biblical sense. In Neville’s framework, love is not passive affection — it is the powerful emotional fusion of consciousness with a desired state. Love is the bond ...

“Blessed are they which are called unto the marriage supper of the Lamb.” — Revelation 19:9 The Book of Revelation is often mistaken for a cryptic prophecy of end-times events. But as Neville Goddard taught, it is not about external history — it is about inner transformation . The Marriage Supper of the Lamb is one of the clearest symbolic illustrations of the Law of Assumption in all of Scripture. It describes what happens when you no longer court your desire as something outside yourself — but instead unite with it, embody it, and live from it. You marry the state you seek. You become one with it. This is not a metaphor for romance — it is the mystical process of manifestation. Let’s explore this sacred imagery through Neville’s teachings: Let us be glad and rejoice, and give honour to him: for the marriage of the Lamb is come, and his wife hath made herself ready. — Revelation 19:7 Neville often spoke of preparing the state — entering into the assumption with readiness, sincerit...

Abital (אֲבִיטַל) means “My father is dew” or “Father of dew.” Dew, in biblical symbolism, represents refreshing, blessing, and gentle renewal . Like the early morning dew that nourishes the earth quietly but powerfully, Abital embodies the hidden grace that nurtures new states of consciousness before they fully manifest. Biblical Context Abital is briefly mentioned as one of David’s wives and the mother of Shephatiah (2 Samuel 3:4). Though her story is short, the significance in her name points to the vital inner process of refreshment and renewal —the quiet preparation that undergirds visible growth. Symbolism in Early Genesis In Genesis 2:6 , a mist rises from the earth to water the ground, symbolising the invisible life-giving force that prepares the earth for growth. Dew, too, is used in blessings (Genesis 27:28) to represent divine favour and abundant nurture. In Neville Goddard’s framework, dew and mist represent the imaginative awareness and faith that subtly wat...

The story of Judah and Tamar in Genesis 38, read symbolically through Neville Goddard’s teachings, reveals a profound truth: assumption, even if hesitant or incomplete, automatically calls forth that which was formerly hidden, rejected, or ignored . Judah’s encounter with Tamar is not one of chance or scandal, but a symbolic breakthrough—a spiritual shift where inner transformation causes imagination to emerge from veiling. Tamar: The Hidden Power Waiting to Be Called Tamar represents imagination held in suspense—not through her own choice, but as a result of Judah’s earlier hesitation. She is the creative field, veiled and waiting, placed aside while the conscious self delays its acceptance of the Law. Her widowhood is symbolic of imagination without direction— a state disconnected from conscious assumption . She is not taking action; she is positioned , waiting, veiled at the edge of awareness. Her presence is dormant until something shifts. Judah Withholds—and Then Wanders Juda...

With a Comparison to Song of Solomon 6:10–12 The Bible is not a historical or religious text—it is the epic drama of human consciousness unfolding. According to Neville Goddard, its stories are metaphors and symbols revealing the workings of your own imagination. Each character, place, and event is a state of being or a movement within your psyche. When seen this way, the Bible becomes a living guide for self-transformation. It maps the journey from outer limitation to inner divine awareness—from the bondage of old beliefs to the freedom of new assumptions. Revelation 12:1–6 — The Inner Birth of a New Self “And there appeared a great wonder in heaven; a woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and upon her head a crown of twelve stars: And she being with child cried, travailing in birth, and pained to be delivered. And there appeared another wonder in heaven; and behold a great red dragon, having seven heads and ten horns, and seven crowns upon his heads. And his ta...

The Bible speaks in the language of universal and ancient psychological symbolism. Its characters and relationships—familial, ascendant, or romantic— illustrate states of consciousness rather than literal events. In this symbolic context, the alternating imagery of “sister” and “spouse” in the Song of Solomon is not strange, but profound. These relational terms serve as spiritual shorthand for the inner movement between belief and doubt, intimacy and detachment—especially during manifestation. What may seem contradictory becomes useful when exploring how conscious imagining attempts to unite with its desire. “Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.” — Genesis 2:24 The Song of Solomon is a poetic treasure filled with rich symbolism of love, longing, and union. Among its mysteries is the recurring shift in how the beloved is addressed—as both “spouse” and “sister.” This seeming paradox mirrors a subtle mov...

Neville Goddard taught that the Bible, including the Song of Solomon, is a symbolic story of the imagination and the inner life of consciousness. The “one I love” represents the awakened imagination — the creative power within us that, once recognised, we hold and never let go. This devotional invites you to see these verses not only as a love story between two people, but as a profound dialogue between your conscious self and your own creative imagination. May these words inspire you to embrace the power of your imagination, hold fast to your inner vision, and live from the certainty of the love you have found within. “You have captivated my heart, my sister, my bride; you have captivated my heart with one glance of your eyes.” — Song of Solomon 4:9 Love has the power to capture and hold our hearts at a single glance. This speaks of a deep, immediate connection that touches the soul. It reminds us how powerful and transformative true love can be—awakening our whole being with just a l...

Shulamite: Peace in Pleasure and Delight —The Embodiment of Fulfilment The name Shulamite (Hebrew: שׁוּלַמִּית, Shulammith ) is deeply connected to shalom —a rich word meaning peace, completeness, and perfect fulfilment. Often considered the feminine counterpart to Solomon ( Shelomoh ), her name reveals more than a mere character; it unveils a profound state of being: the perfect, peaceful rest that comes from fully assuming and embracing the wish fulfilled. In Neville Goddard’s teachings, biblical names are not historical labels but precise symbols of states of consciousness. The Shulamite is therefore not just a poetic lover but the perfect inward stillness and satisfaction one inhabits after fully accepting the reality of their desire. The Song of Solomon is a mystical allegory—a poetic dance of longing and fulfilment, rich with imaginative symbolism. It tells the story of an inner union: between the masculine force of assumption and the feminine power of embodiment. Solomon repr...

The Bible is a profound source of psychological symbolism, using vivid images and narratives to express inner states of consciousness and the workings of the mind. Many symbols reoccur throughout Scripture, weaving a coherent story of spiritual and mental transformation. This article explores the rich connections centred on the symbol of the tower —an image of strength, protection, identity, and ascent. We examine how the tower appears in Psalm 144 , the Song of Solomon , and the story of the Tower of Babel , alongside the nourishing imagery of breasts, all illuminated by Neville Goddard’s Law of Assumption. Psalm 144:1–2 — The High Tower Within Psalm 144 opens with a powerful declaration: “Blessed be the Lord my Rock, Who trains my hands for war, And my fingers for battle— My lovingkindness and my fortress, My high tower and my deliverer, My shield and the one in whom I take refuge, Who subdues my people under me.” (NKJV) Here, the “high tower” symbolises an inner refuge and ...

Neville Goddard taught that the Bible is a symbolic map of consciousness and imagination. At its core, the “I AM” state — awareness of being — is the creative power behind all manifestation. When we understand biblical stories this way, passages like John 10 and Song of Solomon reveal profound insights into how our inner states open or close the door to the reality we experience. John 10: The Door and the Shepherd In John 10:7-9, Jesus says: "I am the door; if anyone enters through me, he will be saved, and will go in and out and find pasture." Here, the door symbolises a conscious state — the gateway through which the imagined self enters experience. The sheep represent different states of consciousness or subconsciousness. Entering through the door is a voluntary choice to align with imagination’s creative power. Song of Solomon: The Door, the Latch, and the Beloved Song of Solomon 5:4 presents a delicate image: "My beloved put his hand into the latch of the door, and ...

When the wise men came to Jesus, they brought gifts that echoed deep poetic symbolism: gold, frankincense, and myrrh . These were not arbitrary tributes, but richly symbolic offerings that find their counterparts in the Song of Solomon —that fragrant book of divine longing and inner union. The Song of Solomon’s Perfumed Column In Song of Solomon 3:6 , we read: “Who is this coming up from the wilderness like a column of smoke, perfumed with myrrh and frankincense, with all the merchant’s finest powders?” This is the soul rising through trial and assumption, perfumed with the very same symbols later brought to the Christ child. These aren't just offerings; they are poetic recognitions of the sacred inner transformation. Later, gold appears in radiant description: “His head is as the most fine gold, his locks are bushy, and black as a raven.” — Song of Solomon 5:11 The soul that has risen from the wilderness of doubt and separation now beholds the beauty of divine identity. T...

The Song of Solomon is not a romantic poem—it is assumption in action . It is the symbolic outpouring of a soul so fully possessed by the image of its beloved that it becomes one with it. This is not outer romance, but inner realisation . It is the dramatisation of the soul’s longing and eventual union with its imagined fulfilment—what Neville Goddard would describe as the creative act of assuming the feeling of the wish fulfilled. When read alongside the story of the Woman at the Well in John 4 , the Song of Solomon unveils itself as a commentary on spiritual marriage —the union of consciousness with the subconscious , or in Neville’s terms, the impregnation of the subconscious by the conscious assumption. What appears to be a casual conversation between Jesus and a Samaritan woman is, in fact, a mystical courtship, culminating in the recognition of the true Beloved: the ‘I AM’ within. “I Found Him Whom My Soul Loves” In the Song of Solomon 3:1–4, the feminine soul searches restl...

The name “Jesus” means “God is salvation,” but this salvation is not merely about external rescue—it is the awakening of a new state of awareness that actively goes around gathering every fractured part of the mind in need of healing. Like a compassionate saviour, this consciousness restores what was lost in the original Garden of Eden, returning each part to the vision of pleasure, unity, and wholeness. Jesus is the living presence that walks through the inner landscape of our thoughts, feelings, and memories—transforming shame into acceptance, division into union, and fear into delight. The Original Garden and the Birth of Separation In Genesis, Adam and Eve eat from the tree of knowledge of good and evil. Their eyes are opened; shame enters. They cover themselves with fig leaves — coping stories born from division: “And the eyes of them both were opened, and they knew that they were naked; and they sewed fig leaves together, and made themselves aprons.” — Genesis 3:7 This mom...

The Garden of Eden , whose name in Hebrew means “ pleasure ” or “ delight ,” is the original source from which four mighty rivers flow. These rivers symbolise different expressions of abundance — channels through which the joy and creativity of Eden spread into the world. This theme of flowing delight and living water resonates deeply throughout the Bible, especially in the passionate imagery of the Song of Solomon — a poetic celebration of love, desire, and spiritual intimacy. Eden: The Garden of Pleasure and the Source of Living Water The Hebrew Eden (עֵדֶן) means pleasure or delight — an overflowing joy that is the root of all abundance. This pleasure gives birth to the four rivers, each named to reflect a unique aspect of creative flow: Pishon — meaning “to spread” or “break forth” , reflecting the spreading of delight and pleasure into creation. Gihon — meaning “to gush” or “burst forth” , symbolising the bursting forth of joyful creative energy from pleasure. Ti...

The Contrast Between Outer Obligation and Inner Ownership Song of Solomon 8:11 opens with an image of Solomon’s vineyard at Baal Hamon—leased out to tenants, each required to pay a thousand pieces of silver for its fruit. This is not merely agricultural bookkeeping; it symbolises how the outer world works. The vineyard is fruitful, but access to its produce comes at a cost. There are terms, conditions, and structures—a price to pay. This external vineyard reflects a mindset tied to the world’s systems: manifestation and creativity governed by effort, transaction, and expectation. It’s a state of consciousness where value is conditional and creative return is regulated by outside forces. But the next verse shifts everything. My Own Vineyard is Before Me The speaker declares, “My own vineyard, my very own, is before me.” This is a moment of spiritual clarity. It reveals an awareness that one’s true creative power is not external, leased, or dependent—it is internal, personal, and i...

In the symbolic language of Scripture, the fig tree appears at key moments — not as a mere plant, but as a revelation of spiritual state. To read the Bible psychologically, as Neville Goddard urged, is to discover that these trees speak to the inner conditions that either nourish manifestation — or prevent it. Nowhere is this contrast sharper than between the tender fig of the Song of Solomon and the barren fig tree cursed by Jesus . One is the sign of awakening union. The other, of illusion without substance. And both are branches rooted in Eden. The Song of Solomon: The Green Fig of Union and Awakening “The fig tree putteth forth her green figs, and the vines with the tender grape give a good smell. Arise, my love, my fair one, and come away.” (Song of Solomon 2:13) The Song of Solomon is not a love poem in the earthly sense, but an allegory of inner union — the mystical marriage of soul and spirit, of desire and belief, of the seeker and their imagined fulfilment. In Nev...