The Way

"His disciples said, 'Ah, now you are speaking plainly and not using figurative speech! Now we know that you know all things and do not need anyone to question you; by this we believe that you came from God.'" (John 16:29–30) Before this, Jesus often said,  "I have said these things to you in figures of speech; the hour is coming when I will no longer speak to you in figures but will tell you plainly about the Father." (John 16:25). Then He adds,  "The Father himself loves you, because you have loved me and have believed that I came from God ." (John 16:27). Why Did They Suddenly Understand? Until this moment, the disciples did not fully grasp who Jesus truly was. In Neville Goddard’s teaching, Jesus symbolises imagination   used rightly — the creative power within each of us. Jesus spoke in parables because that is how the people perceived Him — as something external, distant, and symbolic. They were not ready to see Him as their own ...

Following the great cleansing and renewal symbolised by Noah’s flood  in Genesis 6–9 —which represents the clearing away of old, faulty assumptions and mental clutter—the gathering of thoughts in the mind called the children of men are faced with a choice: to continue building reality through toil, effort, and external labour ,  or to fully focus on the law of Assumption The "children of men " symbolise the ordinary, ungoverned thoughts a person holds before they learn and apply the Law of Assumption. These thoughts are simple, reactive, and shaped by outer appearances rather than inner direction. Only when one begins to elevate their inner self-concept and assume new states do these scattered "children" transform into purposeful creations, reflecting the true creative power within. The children of men are soon retitled Israel , and as the reader progresses, are ultimately addressed the ' church ' in Paul's letters. The Children of Men Still Building th...

In the opening chapters of Genesis, the name Elohim introduces God not simply as a singular being, but as a plural term signifying “gods,” “judges,” “rulers,” and “mighty powers.” Despite this plurality, Elohim—God —acts as one unified creative force. Neville Goddard’s teachings reveal that Elohim symbolises the manifold faculties within the human imagination—the many “voices,” assumptions, and states of consciousness that collectively shape reality. This is why God is sometimes called the Lord of Hosts . This understanding connects deeply with the biblical concept of “tongues” , often misunderstood as literal foreign languages, but in truth representing the inner speech and assumptions flowing from the imaginative mind. Neville taught that our world is a mirror of the silent conversations we hold with ourselves—the “tongues” of our imagination. Elohim: The Many Within the One The plural form Elohim reflects the diversity within your consciousness —the judges and rulers inside that ...

The scroll is a powerful and recurring symbol in the Book of Revelation, often associated with mystery, authority, and the unfolding of destiny. Beyond its literal or prophetic context, the scroll holds a deeper psychological meaning—it represents the mental script or “inner record” each person carries within: the assumptions, beliefs, and feelings that shape their reality. It is the record of the ' word of God ' which is metaphor again for internal conscious dialogue - or mental voices and visions. The Scroll as a Metaphor for Consciousness In Revelation, the scroll is described as sealed and unreadable until the rightful one opens it: “And I saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book written within and on the backside, sealed with seven seals.” — Revelation 5:1 This represents the inner mental script that governs our experience, yet remains hidden from conscious awareness until we awaken to its power. Our assumptions and beliefs act like seals on this ...

According to Neville Goddard, the Bible is not a historical document but a symbolic revelation of how consciousness operates. It maps the inner structure of creation — not the beginning of the universe, but the beginning of every experience . When read in this way, three verses from different parts of the Bible form a powerful sequence of insight. Though they appear in different places, we look at them thematically — because this is how the inner process of manifestation unfolds: John 1:1 reveals the origin of all creation — the “Word,” which Neville defines as an assumption or idea held in imagination. Genesis 11:1 shows the power of inner unity and introduces the shift from the language of external effort to that of inner assumption. Genesis 1:11 presents the law in action — the seed within brings forth after its kind. This symbolic sequence reflects the movement of imagination from conception, to agreement, to expression. John 1:1 — In the Beginning Was the Word “In ...

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 ...

The Bible is often seen as a sacred text, but Neville Goddard offers a unique perspective that transforms how we view its teachings. Rather than seeing the Bible as a historical account, Neville interprets it symbolically, showing that the "Word of God" is not merely a phrase but a metaphor for the power of imagination . According to Neville, the Bible reveals how we can harness our imagination to create and shape our reality. The Word of God as Imagination: In Neville’s teachings, the "Word of God" represents imagination—the divine creative force within us. He draws on the story of creation in Genesis, where God says, "Let there be light," interpreting this as a metaphor for the power of imagination. Just as God created the world through words, we can create our reality through the thoughts and images we hold in our minds. Neville teaches that the Bible is not meant to be taken literally. Instead, it’s a symbolic guide that shows how we can use our im...