Daunting

History repeats itself, and that's one of the things that's wrong with history.  ~  Clarence  Darrow

Once again, I am spending time with journals written in 1924 stemming from the first half of the twentieth century.  The writings reflect experiences while in the presence of Masters of the Far East.  Topics are about the illusion of time, healing, manifestation, and our relatedness to each other and to God.

As I read these old texts, the messages are easy to understand as it would seem the material is also found in many current writings of our own time.  There are common discussions about evolving, the end of the world, and the necessity for balance with the body, mind, and spirit.

Truth, it would seem, survives time and place.  Truth is spoken in all languages in all lands in the hearts of all men, women, and children.  Why is it then that unhealthy competitiveness, lack of respect and threats of war continue to recycle throughout history?

Is it possible that we as human beings evolve without making the necessary changes?  Can we become enlightened and yet not follow through with significant changes?  These possibilities, for me, are daunting ...