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Chapter 1: The Two Christianities (Yin and Yang)
Left Brain Masculine Energy: Support of traditional Christian Churches
Right Brain Feminine Energy: Support of a more mystical interpretation of sacred texts.
THE EARLIEST CHRISTIANS WERE NOT CHRISTIANS! They were Jewish – studied the Kabbalah – Jewish Mysticism – Gnostic
Masculine Energy: Objective – Materialist – 1st Three Gospels
Feminine Energy: Subjective – Intuitive - Gospel of John
Constantine page 17: “The Roman emperor told the bishops that he would make the Christian religion the official religion of the whole Roman Empire if they would establish a single all-powerful organization. In order to do so, they had to codify, legalize and thereby objectify the message.” W.S.
Page 18: “The Church started to obliterate any writings and disband any faction that had anything to do with Christianity’s Hermetic or Gnostic roots.” W.S.
Eventually Gnosticism ignored fellow man through a kind of spiritual narcissism. (more self-centered) …. The Paradox is that both the extreme Traditionalists or fundamentalists and the extreme Gnostics or mystics ended up in the same place. Both denied the importance of the Individual. Page 18 and 19 W.S.
Nag Hammadi Scriptures (Dead Sea Scrolls)
Gospel of Thomas: “When you make the two one and when you make the inside like the outside and the above like the below and you make the male and the female as one and the same then you will enter the kingdom of heaven.” P. 23
Meister Eckhart was eventually labeled a heretic for desiring to move beyond a God of Conditions. P 23 – 24
Gnostic concepts permeated Christian Science and the writings of Mary Baker Eddy and are included in Ernest Holmes’ Religious Science, In Charles and Myrtle Fillmore’s Unity, in the A Course in Miracles, and through Joel Goldsmith’s Infinite Way writings. P 25
The study of Quantum Physics/Quantum Mechanics began changing the ways we looked at objective vs subjective. Consciousness transmutes form – i.e. moving towards healing.
PAUL – if it had not been for him Christianity would have been nothing more than a footnote in the history of Judiasm.
Paul had to overcome much of the same issues we still struggle with today. And for 2000 years much of Christianity has reflected Paul’s interpretation. Paul Meier has done quite a bit of research and writing on this topic.
The most critical and unrecognized stumbling block we bump into today in trying to accurately interpret the Judeo-Christian myth is our literal Western mind’s inability to cope with languages designed for symbolic interpretation. (The Oriental mind is more subjective, more ritualistic, more experimental, more feeling, and more inclined to search for the meaning of the consciousness beneath the wors than for a literal verbatim interpretation.)
“I of my own self can do nothing.” I and my Father are one.” He that hath seen me, hath seen the Father.” Jesus
“I choose to give, easily and joyfully, for God is my source and abundance is my nature.”
May those who come for peace, be comforted.
May those who come for Truth, listen to the Spirit within.
May those who come for healing, be healed.
May those who look for God, come to realize Thou Art That.
And may we all bless each other by
Being who we have always been,
Sharing what we love and teaching what we know,
And encouraging, all people everywhere,
on their journeys to wholeness.
Welcome to Unity
Unity is a positive, practical, progressive approach to life based on the teachings of Jesus and the power of prayer. Unity honors the universal truths in all religions and respects each individual’s right to choose a spiritual path.
Unity offers a new way of thinking, a new way of being. It is a full way of hope, love, peace, abundance, healing and joy. Unity is timeless, boundless and limitless. We believe in a universal God presence of good that lives within each one providing everything needed to live happy, healthy and productive lives.
WHAT IS UNITY?
Unity honors the universal truths in all religions and respects each individual’s right to choose a spiritual path.
For children
The Youth and Family Ministry of Unity of Nashville is committed to creating a safe, loving and nurturing environment where each child can fully experience and express the Christ within.
FIRST TIME HERE?
Because we love newcomers, we've assembled some frequently asked questions and answers for our visitors.
WORSHIP WITH US
Celebrate Spirit in an inclusive and loving environment. Experience unconditional love, non-resistance, non-attachment and trust in Spirit, allowing God to flow through you and show you the way into unlimited possibilities to LIVE LIFE FULLY!
Get Involved
Unity of Nashville hosts a variety of regular classes, weekly gatherings, and events for the entire community. Between our Sunday worship services, you’ll find a multitude of ways to deepen your involvement in our community. Visit our events page for even more opportunities, and sign up to volunteer on any given Sunday!
CLASSES AND Groups
We have a lot going on! Check out our events page with weekly flyer for a comprehensive overview.
VOLUNTEER
If you’re interested in volunteering check out the sign-up form on the desk in the lobby or our Signup Genius link below.
Daily Word and Prayer
Everyday hundreds of thousands of people from all walks of life read Daily Word magazine as they affirm and apply spiritual principles in their lives. For 125 years, Silent Unity has been a window into the hearts of people around the globe. In Spirit, we are one. May the Daily Word messages and online prayers lift you up, remind you of your divine nature, and open you to the presence and power of God within.