The Way

The Bible, often seen as a collection of moral codes, reveals profound psychological and metaphysical truths when viewed through Neville Goddard's teachings. Through his principle that "Imagination creates reality," we unlock layers of deeper meaning—guiding us to understand consciousness and the nature of creation. In this post, we’ll explore a passage from Leviticus about incestuous relationships and how it serves as a metaphor for mental boundaries within our consciousness. We’ll contrast these external rules with Goddard’s direct path to manifestation, rooted in the “state of Jesus.” Along the way, we’ll interpret the symbolic meanings of figures like the father, mother, and sister as they relate to our inner world. Leviticus comes from the Latin Leviticus , meaning "of the Levites," referring to the tribe responsible for temple service. Symbolically, it represents spiritual purification, the removal of limiting beliefs, and aligning with divine order. I...

Among the more obscure-sounding laws in the Old Testament is the one that speaks of dietary restrictions in Leviticus 11. These practices are a somewhat crude attempt at the law of Assumption before it evolves into the ministry of Jesus .  God commands Israel to eat only those animals that both chew the cud and have a split hoof . Those that do only one are unclean: “You may eat any animal that has a split hoof completely divided and that chews the cud.” – Leviticus 11:3 “But you must not eat those that only chew the cud or only have a divided hoof. The camel, though it chews the cud, does not have a divided hoof; it is ceremonially unclean for you.” – Leviticus 11:4  At face value, these sound like dietary rules. But according to Neville Goddard and the Law of Assumption, every detail in Scripture is symbolic of your own consciousness . These “animals” are not external creatures, but inner states —mental and emotional energies, assumptions, qualities of thought and reac...

To the literal reader, Leviticus 19 may appear as a list of ancient laws, full of ritual restrictions and behavioural codes. But for those who follow Neville Goddard’s teaching—that “the Bible is not history but a psychological drama” —this chapter becomes a powerful manual for inner transformation. Through the Law of Assumption , every verse is a call to awaken, assume noble states, and create from the divine centre: I AM . “You shall be holy, for I the Lord your God am holy.” (Leviticus 19:2) To be “holy” is not about moral perfection. It is to be set apart in consciousness —to align with the nature of God, which Neville identified as your own wonderful human imagination . Holiness is the discipline of living from the end state of what you desire, assuming its truth even before it is seen. As He is, so are you. Honouring Your Origins: “Respect your father and mother” (Leviticus 19:3) Your “father and mother” symbolise your foundational assumptions —the beliefs and emotional at...

Leviticus 12 is traditionally read as a prescription for ritual purification after childbirth. And in a way, it is a ritualistic and crude attempt at cleaving  before Jesus' embodiment.  When interpreted symbolically, as Neville Goddard teaches, it reveals a process: the purification that follows the birth of a new state of consciousness. It is not about literal childbirth, but the inner unfolding of assumption —the shedding of the old self and the emergence of a new identity. In Neville’s symbolic framework, every child—male or female—represents a state of being. A male child is the conscious aspect of the newly assumed ideal ; a female child is the subconscious aspect of the same state. There is a doubling. The “mother,” or former state of mind, becomes “ unclean ” not in any moral sense, but because it is now out of alignment , and cannot be "touched". Once the new state is conceived, the former way of thinking can no longer access or sustain it. Thus begins the nece...

“Thou shalt not lie with mankind, as with womankind: it is abomination.” — Leviticus 18:22 (KJV) “If a man also lie with mankind, as he lieth with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination…” — Leviticus 20:13 (KJV) These two verses from Leviticus are among the most often cited in discussions of biblical law. Traditionally interpreted as prohibitions against homosexual relations, they have sparked intense cultural debate. But if, as Neville Goddard taught, the Bible is a psychological document—a spiritual guide describing inner processes rather than outer conduct—then these verses contain far deeper and more transformative meaning. Neville Goddard and the Symbolic Scripture Neville Goddard repeatedly emphasised that the Bible is not literal history, but a symbolic revelation of how the mind creates reality . He insisted that its true meaning unfolds only when one recognises that its language is the language of the soul. “The Bible is addressed to the imagination—which is...

The Bible is filled with stories that symbolise inner states of awareness and mental processes. When we see these narratives as psychological symbolism, we uncover deeper insights into imagination, desire, ego, and transformation — making the teachings deeply relevant to our personal growth. The Literal Verse and Its Inner Meaning “Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and be joined to his wife, and they shall become one flesh.” — Genesis 2:24 Traditionally, Genesis 2:24 is read as the foundation of physical marriage. Yet spiritually, it reveals a inner concept: the necessity for the conscious self (the " man ") to leave old conditioning (symbolised by "father and mother") and unite with its own inner creative faculty (the " wife ") — imagination.  Read more on this here . This union forms a new "one flesh," the perfect fusion of conscious desire and subconscious receptivity, leading to true creation and manifestation. Levitic...

There is a powerful rhythm running through the story of Moses: a man repeatedly ascending and descending a mountain to commune with God. On the surface, this reads as a dramatic narrative of obedience, law-giving, and divine encounter. Yet when viewed through Neville Goddard’s teachings—where imagination is God and the Bible symbolises states of consciousness—this movement reveals itself as a profound metaphor for the process of manifestation. Moses’ repeated climbs up Mount Sinai reflect the inner journey of anyone consciously creating their reality. The Mountain as a Symbol of Consciousness In biblical symbolism, a mountain represents an elevated state of awareness. To ascend is to rise above the distractions of the outer world—fear, doubt, and reaction—and enter the sacred inner sanctuary of imagination. Neville taught that imagination is not mere fantasy but the very power of God, the “I AM.” Thus, when Moses climbs Mount Sinai, he symbolically withdraws from the world of senses an...

The priesthood in the Bible is a powerful symbol of our evolving relationship with imagination—our inner creative power that Neville Goddard identifies as God. By comparing the Old Testament priesthood with the New Testament priesthood that follows Jesus, we uncover profound parallels and shifts in consciousness that reflect the journey from subconscious ritual to conscious manifestation. Old Testament Priests: Aaron and the Levites as Mediators In the Old Testament, Aaron is appointed the first high priest, and the tribe of Levi is dedicated to priestly service (Exodus 28:1, Numbers 3:5–10). Their role is to mediate between God (pure awareness) and the people of Israel (formational response to the law of Assumption) , maintaining the Tabernacle rituals and purity laws (Leviticus 8–10). Key Passages: Exodus 28:1 — “Bring Aaron your brother... to serve me as priest.” Leviticus 16 — The Day of Atonement ritual, cleansing the people of sin. Numbers 8:14 — The Levites are given...

The Bible frequently uses the concepts of clean and unclean not as dietary laws or ritual regulations but as profound symbols of inner states — states of consciousness that either align with or block the manifestation of divine fulfilment. Old Testament Foundations: The Law of Clean and Unclean In the Old Testament, especially in books like Leviticus and Deuteronomy, God instructs the Israelites on which animals and foods are clean and unclean (Leviticus 11; Deuteronomy 14). At surface level, these were dietary laws intended to set Israel apart as a holy people. But Neville Goddard and many spiritual interpreters see them as metaphors for the state of the inner mind . Clean food symbolises thoughts and feelings aligned with faith, hope, love, and the Law of Assumption. Unclean food represents doubtful, fearful, or negative states — the “foods” we feed the imagination that block manifestation. This inner cleanliness is essential for transformation and the fulfilment of on...

“The Bible is your autobiography, written in symbolic form.” — Neville Goddard According to Neville Goddard, the Bible is not a historical record but a symbolic map of consciousness. Each story is not about someone else, long ago. It is about you —and the evolution of your awareness through the Law of Assumption. Every figure represents a state of mind. Every city, a belief system. Every victory, the reward of sustained inner conviction. In this article, you'll find concise symbolic summaries of each Old Testament book, revealing how your divine imagination is the real author and fulfiller of Scripture. The Pentateuch Foundations of Assumption Genesis – The birth of self-awareness. Desire arises. Identity is imagined into being. Exodus – Liberation from limiting beliefs (Egypt) through discovering “I AM” as the one true power. Leviticus – Inner purification: aligning the mind with your chosen reality. Numbers – Wandering in mental uncertainty, testing faith before ...

Because obviously, we know better… We’ve All Done It Let’s be honest: if life came with a manual, most of us would use it as a coaster. Or lose it under the sofa with that one sock, seven pens, and your will to exercise. And yet— plot twist —it does come with a manual. A deep, ancient, metaphor-packed, wildly symbolic, occasionally confusing, and definitely misused one: the Bible. The Manual, Misread But instead of reading it like the rich spiritual blueprint it is, most people either: Treat it like a rulebook from a cranky cosmic parent Avoid it entirely because “Leviticus said something weird once” Use it as a prop in dramatic Facebook arguments Only open it when trying to look spiritual while low-key judging someone Not Just Sandals and Smiting Here’s the truth: the Bible isn’t just about sandals, smiting, or suspicious fish dinners. It’s a manual for consciousness . A map for navigating the mind. A poetic codebook for manifestation, imagination, healing, a...

From Exodus 24 onwards, Moses receives the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai. While traditionally read as moral laws, Neville Goddard interpreted them as psychological principles — instructions for consciously directing imagination to shape experience . Their being "engraved in stone" symbolises their eternal and unchanging nature. These early Scriptures depict the mind’s initial attempts to apply the Law of Assumption — often still relying on, and blending in, outward ritual and religion in its understanding. This is why many of the commands in books like Leviticus appear ritualistic, yet ultimately point toward and illustrate the Law of Assumption. The Encounter: Receiving the Law of Imagination Moses’s ascent up the mountain isn’t a physical event — it represents an improvement in consciousness. In Neville’s teaching, God is your imagination , the creative force behind everything. The commandments represent the eternal principles of creation — the inner "laws" y...

Many believe the Bible is about an external God far above, but when read with spiritual insight, it reveals a profound inner truth: I AM — your own consciousness — is the saviour. The Bible boldly declares this throughout. It’s not hidden — it’s everywhere, from the Old Testament to the words of Jesus himself. Old Testament “I AM” Declarations I AM WHO I AM (Exodus 3:14) "God said to Moses, 'I AM WHO I AM.' And he said, 'Say this to the people of Israel: I AM has sent me to you.'" This is the foundational revelation of God’s name: pure awareness, unconditioned being. I AM the LORD your God (Exodus 20:2) "I AM the LORD your God , who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage." I AM the LORD, and there is no other (Isaiah 45:5-6) "I AM the LORD, and there is no other; besides me there is no God." I AM the LORD who heals you (Exodus 15:26) "I AM the LORD who heals you....

When reading the Bible, many naturally assume it’s a historical account of an external God communicating to others. Yet, an objective examination of the Bible’s text reveals compelling reasons to see it as written directly to your own conscious awareness . Below is a clear explanation based solely on the Bible itself, alongside contrasting examples to help understand this perspective. 1. The Bible’s Use of the Second Person: Addressing “You” Text evidence: Deuteronomy 6:5 : “You shall love the Lord your God ...” Isaiah 41:10 : “Fear not, for I am with you...” Revelation 3:20 : “Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him.” These passages speak directly to you as the reader or listener. The consistent use of “you” invites personal engagement, indicating the Bible’s message is addressed inwardly. Contrast: If the Bible were simply historical narration or a report about others, it would employ thir...

Neville Goddard taught that every story, law and figure in Scripture is the symbolic language of consciousness. In his view, the man-figures represent our conscious mind—the part that wills, decides and imagines—and the women-figures represent our subconscious—the part that faithfully brings to life whatever the conscious mind assumes. When we apply the Law of Assumption to these passages, we see that what the Bible “commands” is not a set of external rules but a description of how thought becomes reality. Below we re-read six frequently misused texts purely through this lens of conscious and subconscious interaction. 1. Leviticus 18:22; 20:13 – “You shall not lie with a male as with a woman” Literal abuse: Condemnation of same-sex love. Symbolic truth: These verses describe the misuse of imagination when the conscious mind (man) wrongfully assumes it must limit the subconscious (woman). The real command is: “Do not impose restrictive beliefs on your subconscious.” Whenever ...

For centuries, people have searched the Bible for guidance on everything from morality to identity. And yet, when read symbolically—as a psychological and spiritual journey, as Neville Goddard taught—it becomes clear: the Bible says nothing about gay people. Not because they’re excluded, but because the Bible isn’t about outer identities at all. It’s about states of consciousness , imagination, and inner transformation. When we stop treating the Bible as a rulebook and start reading it as the drama of the human mind, we discover that its true subject is not behaviour but being . The Bible Is About States, Not Sexuality Neville Goddard taught that every story, character, and event in Scripture represents a state of consciousness. David and Goliath, Egypt and Israel, the disciples of Jesus—none are external histories, but symbolic portrayals of inner psychological conditions and movements of imagination. So when we approach the Bible symbolically, we’re not looking for moral codes ...

Through the Law of Assumption, Neville Goddard teaches that what you consciously accept as true—regardless of appearances—manifests in your world. The symbol of scarlet, recurring in key biblical moments, becomes a vivid representation of this principle. Scarlet marks a claim, a deliberate assumption, a chosen identity that brings forth a new reality. Scarlet: The Imaginative Force in Action In Neville Goddard’s framework, imagination is the only creative power. When you're imagining—whether in love or fear, faith or doubt—you are assuming. You are wearing scarlet. And in this light, scarlet becomes not a symbol of guilt or shame, but a vivid sign that you have been imagining, that the creative force is active. Levitical Purification Rituals (Leviticus 14) The scarlet wool used in purification rituals represents the active assumption of cleansing and wholeness. Just as the priest physically applies the scarlet thread, the individual must imagine and assume their state as pure and ...