| • poisoned, • killed by beasts, • sold into slavery, • cast into prison, 4.) In short, They endured all tortures— a test of strength for Spiritual Hierarchy Members. ***5.) Broadening of consciousness cannot achieve without struggle. 6.) All disciples are require to endure the assaults of darkness. a.) By words, everyone is ready to do this; b.) By deeds, will try to avoid it, c.) But every deviation lengthens one’s path. |
| (# 14.) Fighting with darkness Urusvati cannot name one Brother or Sister [of Spiritual Hierarchy] who was not subjected to tortures and persecutions in earthly life. *1.) Each heroic act invites persecution. *2.) Combat with darkness is unavoidable, and the waves of chaos will engulf [swallow up] bold fighters. 3.) Yet such touchstones only testify to the ""invincibility of the spirit"" despite: • burned at the stake, • crucified, • beheaded, • strangled, |