The Way

“Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, ‘Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree.’” — Galatians 3:13 This verse may appear cryptic at first glance, but through Neville Goddard’s mystical approach, it reveals a hidden spiritual mechanism: the movement from bondage to freedom, from effort to effortless assumption—through the power of imagination. The Curse of the Law: Living by Appearances In Neville’s teaching, “the law” doesn’t simply refer to the Mosaic commandments—it symbolises the state of consciousness bound by external cause and effect . It’s the mindset that says: You must earn your good through effort. Life rewards merit, not belief. You are separate from God and from fulfilment. This is the curse : the belief that life happens to you from the outside, rather than through you from within. Christ as Your Imagination Neville taught that Christ is your own human imagination — the power to assume a new state o...

In the symbolic language of Scripture, the fig tree is a spiritual signpost . Appearing at pivotal moments in the Bible, and most strikingly in the ministry of Jesus, the fig tree brings us back to Eden, revealing something about the inner state of the mind . To read the Bible psychologically, as Neville Goddard taught, is to understand that Jesus’ actions are illustrations of consciousness. His interaction with the fig tree is no exception. In it, we see a powerful picture of what happens when desire is cut off from belief — and what it means to live in union within imagination. This article draws on several fig tree passages, especially those involving Jesus, and places them alongside Eden and the Song of Solomon to reveal one unified story: a movement from shame and separation, through spiritual barrenness, into creative union. The Seed Within: The Law of Genesis “And God said, Let the earth bring forth grass, the herb yielding seed, and the fruit tree yielding fruit after his k...

The biblical account of Daniel 4 is presented as a profound inner drama between the rulers, kings and judges that make up the mind of God . Through the lens of Neville Goddard's Law of Assumption, it symbolises the journey of the self from a state of prideful, outwardly-focused awareness to the recognition that imagination —awareness of being—is the only true ruler. The entire sequence, encompassing the dream, the subsequent fall, and eventual restoration, unfolds within the individual's psychological landscape . This chapter illuminates the inevitable collapse of any state founded upon the forgetfulness of the I AM, and the profound peace that emerges when consciousness reclaims its rightful dominion. Daniel and Belteshazzar: The Inner Wisdom Within Outer Identity Within Daniel 4, Daniel is also identified by his Babylonian name, Belteshazzar, given to him by the king's officials. This duality is rich in symbolism: Daniel represents inner wisdom or higher awareness, while...

The story of Absalom in the Bible is filled with betrayal, family drama, and a tragic end. However, when viewed through Neville Goddard’s teachings, the tale takes on a deeper meaning—one that speaks to the power of the ego , our personal desires, and most intriguingly, our thoughts. A small but significant detail in Absalom’s story—the mention of his hair—offers a profound symbol of how our thoughts shape our reality, and how attachment to our ego can lead to self-destruction. The Tree of Judgment: Absalom and the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil "And God said, “Let the earth sprout vegetation, plants yielding seed, and fruit trees bearing fruit in which is their seed, each according to its kind, on the earth.” And it was so."— Genesis 1:11 A crucial but often overlooked detail is the tree itself—the great oak in whose branches Absalom’s hair gets caught. Symbolically, this tree represents the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil —the path of judgment, division, and ...

"And God said, “Let the earth sprout vegetation, plants yielding seed, and fruit trees bearing fruit in which is their seed, each according to its kind, on the earth.” And it was so."— Genesis 1:11 “The LORD God made all kinds of trees grow out of the ground—trees that were pleasing to the eye and good for food. In the middle of the garden were the tree of life and the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. ” — Genesis 2:9 (NIV) In the symbolic language of Scripture, the two trees in the Garden— the Tree of Life and the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil —are not physical trees, but patterns of consciousness. One reveals the unified perception of Life through assumption; the other, the fragmented path of duality through judgment. These are not distant relics of Eden, but ever-present structures within the mind . The Tree of Life: Assumption and Unity The Tree of Life represents the way of inner union . It is the state in which one assumes what one desires to be true an...

Interpreting the Bible’s Parables about Vineyards, Vines, and Grapes through Neville Goddard’s Teachings  reveals a deep connection to imagination, consciousness, and the power of belief. Evoking the Garden of Eden and the Song of Solomon , the symbolism of vines often relates the unfolding of a person’s self-perception . Here's an overview of the key parables that involve vineyards and how Neville might interpret them: The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard (Matthew 20:1–16) In this parable, Jesus tells of a vineyard owner who hires workers at different times of the day, yet pays them all the same wage. This is often understood as a story about grace, but from Neville’s perspective, it speaks to the principle of assumption and how everyone has access to the creative power of imagination. The vineyard is the field of consciousness, where we plant the seeds of our thoughts (our assumptions). The workers represent individuals at various stages of awareness or understandin...

The crucifixion of Jesus is one of the most recognisable moments in the Bible. Traditionally presented as a Roman execution by means of a cross, it also appears—especially in Acts and the Epistles—as taking place on a tree . These are not merely interchangeable words. Each carries specific symbolic significance that opens up the inner psychological meaning of the event, especially when read through the Law of Assumption as taught by Neville Goddard. The Cross in the Gospels The four Gospels use the Greek word σταυρός ( stauros ) , meaning an upright stake or cross, to describe the instrument of execution. “He went out with his cross on him to the place which is named Dead Man’s Head (in Hebrew, Golgotha).” (John 19:17, BBE) “And they made one Simon of Cyrene, who was coming in from the country, go with them, to take his cross.” (Mark 15:21, BBE) Here the cross is represented as a physical object, but it also functions as a symbol: a structure upon which something is fixe...

"And God said, 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: and it was so." — Genesis 1:11 This verse in Genesis might seem like a simple agricultural moment in the creation story when the first pure assumption was made . But when interpreted through the teachings of Neville Goddard, it reveals a fundamental metaphysical truth: everything reproduces after its kind because the seed is in itself —a direct metaphor for how imagination creates reality . It's the first mention of the two trees in the Garden of Eden . The Seed Within Itself: A Core Principle of Manifestation Neville often stressed that your imagination contains the power to create your world . What you assume to be true in imagination plants a seed. And just as in Genesis 1:11, that seed contains everything needed to reproduce itself —after its kind. This means if you imagine from a state of joy, you w...

The Bible’s natural imagery—trees, vines, branches, roots—is not just decoration. In Neville Goddard’s teaching, these symbols describe profound inner processes governed by imagination. They reveal how the Garden of Eden, the Song of Solomon, and the prophecy of Jesse’s root all tell the same story: the journey from separation to union with our creative power. The Tree as Consciousness: Eden’s Divine Symbol “Out of the earth the Lord God made every tree come, delighting the eye and good for food— Genesis 2:9 Genesis 1:11 says,  “And God said, Let the earth give grass, plants producing seed, and fruit-trees giving fruit, every one producing seed in its kind: and it was so.” This verse lays the foundation for all biblical tree symbolism. The seed “in itself” mirrors Neville’s core teaching: every state of consciousness carries its own outcome within. Your imagination, like a tree, holds the seed of what you will become. The Tree of Life represents pure “ I AM ” awareness — conscious...

The Garden of Eden presents us with two trees: The Tree of Life The Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil Traditionally, these are seen as moral opposites. But through Neville Goddard’s teaching, we understand them as two distinct modes of self- perception — two psychological states springing from within. The first mention of trees is in Genesis 1:11 - the seed is in itself—a direct metaphor for how imagination creates reality.  Genesis tells us that woman was taken from man’s side (Genesis 2:23). She is called “ bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh ,” indicating that woman, symbolically, is not an external figure but an emanation of man’s inner nature. In Neville’s interpretation, woman symbolises the conceptual, receptive, and fertile aspect of mind — the creative room in which ideas gestate before appearing outwardly. These two trees in Eden are not literal plants but symbolic growths from this fertile "womb" of the responsive mind. Every assumption we hold is...

In the poetic unfolding of Genesis 2 , there is a sacred sequence that quietly reveals how imagination operates as the creative power of God. The Garden of Eden is not a distant paradise lost to time, but a symbol of the inner world—the meeting place between  consciousness and experience. Let’s consider the progression: “And the Lord God planted a garden eastward in Eden; and there he put the man whom he had formed. And out of the ground made the Lord God to grow every tree that is pleasant to the sight, and good for food; the tree of life also in the midst of the garden, and the tree of knowledge of good and evil.” (Genesis 2:8–9) Only after the trees are described do we read: “And a river went out of Eden to water the garden; and from thence it was parted, and became into four heads.” (Genesis 2:10) This divine order— trees first, then rivers —is no accident. It speaks to the invisible processes of manifestation and the creative movement of consciousness. The Trees...

The Bible is filled with rich imagery and symbolism, offering insights into the nature of mind and God . When viewed through the lens of Neville Goddard’s teachings, many of these metaphors can be interpreted as representations of imagination—the creative power of God within us. Imagination, according to Neville Goddard, is not just a passive mental exercise, but a dynamic force that shapes reality, bringing our desires into being. By exploring some of the Bible's most powerful metaphors, we can deepen our understanding of how imagination works and how we can harness its creative potential in our own lives. Heart: The Seat of Imagination The heart is often referred to as the center of our thoughts, desires, and intentions. In biblical terms, it’s where imagination begins to take root. It’s the place where our inner world is shaped and from which all of our actions flow. The heart can be seen as the canvas where our mental pictures are painted. “For as he thinks in his heart, so ...