Letters sent by Ralph M. Lewis, Secretary (1933).pdf

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THE ROSICRUCIAN ORDER

Known os "THE ANCIENT, MYSTIC ORDER ROSAE CRUCIS" throughout the v/orld

S U P RE M E T E M PL E F O R N O R T H A M E R I C A

R O S I C R U C I A N P A R K S A N J O S E . C A L I F O R N I A . U . S . A .

T h r o u c h R e l e a s i n g t h e

i n n e r - S e l f . M a n R i s e s

t o a C o n o u e s t o f

L i f e s B l e s s i n g s

cp uiu j J an, 19, 1933

W.C.U. Bldg.,

Room 722,

Quiney, 111.

Dear Mr. r* cpuui l

Just three weeks ago, in re3ponse to your request, I sent

you the booklet, "THE WISDOM OF THE SAGES."

\Vlaen you asked for the booklet I know yo u were sinoerely

interested in attaining HAPPIHESS and PERSONAL POWER. You were

ambitious to achieve the desires of your life, whether they te

spiritual, intellectual or material. You reaohed out for the

prornised help of the ROSICRUCIANS in the hope that you would find

the key to release your inner powers and realize your secret

aspirations.

YOU WILL NOT BE DISA PP OI NTED . The key to self-unfoldment is the invitation in that little l)ook. Men and wornen in all

parts of the world have been led by it to a study of the natural

and spiritual laws and through these laws to understanding and

mastery of life.

I wish you could sit here at my desk this morning and read

3ome of the letters that lie before me. Letters that PROVE what

the booklet promises. Letters of new hope, new life, new suc-

oess! If you could read the stories of aohievement that flow in

from every c o m e r of the globe you would not hesit ate to A.CT upon

the invitation we have extended to you. You would not lose a

single moment in accepting the opportunity presented to you with your copy of "THE WISD OM OE THE SAGES."

Here is a letter, for example, from Dr. H. Gordon Hargett

of 1417 7th Avenue, Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Hargett is a special-

ist and well known in the city where he lives. In this

letter he says: "I am more convinced than I was a

year ago that the Ros icr ucian teachings and simple

system will reveal to the sincere seekers the great

truths that will enable them to perfect their lives

K n o w l e d g e o f t h e L a w s o f L i f e

B E G E T S S U P R E M E A C H I E V E M C N T



,fI have tested all of the simple laws explained in your in-

structions and have put them into regular practice, and find that

they never fail, especially the law of ’Ask and ye shall Receive.'

I find in the Rosicrucian Organization everything that will make

life better and more prosperous and happy. I have been able to

go through the business depression with no worry and it is remark-

able how I haT;e been helped from unseen and unexpeoted sources

ever 3ince I adopted the Rosicrucian methods, and have followed

you r advioe and he lp .1'

Dr. Hargett has tested the simple fundamental laws of success

and finds that THEY DO NOT FAIL. What a message this letter car-

ries for those who fight against a worid of obstacles and adverse

conditions without apparent progress! What encouragement for

those who appear to he tied down by some invisible, strange power

which seems to hold them back from the happiness they seek! What

a lesson for those who look OUTSIDE OF THEMSELVES for the cause

of failure when all the while the real trouble is lack of under-

standing of simple fundamental powers which lie within themselves.

Perhaps you are one to whom the application of the Rosioru-

cian teachings in a material way makes no appeal. Perhaps there

is a longing in your soul to know, to fathom the mysteries of the

universe. To you, perhaps, there is no greater joy than MENTAL

AND SPIRITUAL CONQ,UEST. If so, then the puré mysticism of the

Rosic rucian principies will intrigue you. It is only the ignor-

ant who wrongly associates mysticism with superstitions of past

ages. True mysti cism is the seeking of the knowledge of infinity

through man to God. Even the greatest MODE RN DAY SCIENTISTS ARE

MYSTICS.

Recently the "Nev; York Times" interviewed Sir Arthur Edding-

ton, scientist and astronomer, who expounds a MYSTICAL COSMOS.

Says the "New York Times," "He is the my3tic among relativists.

Mathematical equations proclaim to him not only the glory of God,

but the crying need of mysticism. There is notonly a world of

the senses to him, but an unseen world, which can no longer be

ignored." Sir Eddington says, "Physical Science cannot give us

the whole truth. No one should even believe that a leaf i3 green.

The leaf sends out waves that splash on the retina of the eje with

the result that we see green. But what is sent out from the leaf

to produce the sensation of green no one knows. We behold these

innumerable suns rolling on: trees, flowers, oceans that heave in

storms. What does it all mean? We cannot answer in terms ofleaping electrons and mathmetical equations. So when we seek

the meaning of cons ciou sn ess, we find that it is about a spirit,

within which truth has its shrine.

"We cannot say that the atom has a will of its own. But I

BELIEV E THAT THE MIND HAS THE POWE R to affect groups of atomsand

even tamper with the odds of atomic behavior." Sir Eddington

further states, "I believe that the mind has the power to set

aside statistical laws that hold good in organic matter. The



course of the world is not predetermined by physical laws. It

raay be altered by the uncaused vclition of human beings."

This is the vie w of a modern, mystical soientist. MYSTI CIS M

IS ALIVE TODAY. It is alive in the Rosicruci an teaohings and it

continúes to afford explanations about ma n ’s bein g and the uni-

verse in which he dwells, that physical Science concedes as the

nearest approach to truth.

To further reveal the growing tendency among prorainent people

in the world to recognize the valué of the spiritual powers of

man, allow me to quote the words of Charles P. Steinmetz. He was

one of the most critical scrutinizers of material laws, a master

of electricity and the other hidden, secret powers of the material

universe. He seemed almost Divine in hi3 ability to create arti

ficial lightning. A distorted, crippled, and grossly unpleasant

being to look at, physically, one would have been inclined to

believe that with his personal regret at G od ’s gift to him of a

crippled figure, and with his cióse study of nature*s material

forces, he would have been so steeped in materiali sm that the

spiritual powers of man would have meant nothing to him.

Yet in answer to a question as to what would be the next great

field of research and revelation for the human mind, he said, ”I

think the greatest discoveries will be made along spiritual lines.

History clearly teaches that spiritual forces have been the great

est power in the development of men and nations. Yet we have been

playing with them, merely, and have never seriously studied them

as we have the physical forces. Some day, people will learn that

material things alone do not bring happiness and are of little

use in maki ng man and woman Creative and powerful.

Remember, those who now enjoy the success, and mastery you

covet did not achieve these things by accident. At one time they

had nothing more to guide them than the opportunity that is now

offered to you. A copy of "THE WISDOM OF THE SAGES" fell into

their hands, and they responded to its invitation. They united

with the Rosi cru cia ns, READ and APPLIED the simple, easily under-

stood lessons sent to all members of the Brotherhood, and FOUND

THE KEY to Health, Happiness, and Understanding.

What these men and women have done YOU CAN DO. Have you

the determination to make the start, to grasp the opportunity,

to work out your destiny as they have worked out theirs?

Por your convenience we e n d o s e another invitation. Do not

lay it aside. This appl ication may be the turning point in your

life. The present is NOW. The future YO U can make.

Sincerely,

RML:PH



( U N I V E R S A

Q R A P H A D D R E S S : '

Ui q C A B L E ANO TEL E-

A M O R C O )

L O N G D I S T A NC I E T E L E P H O N E S i

B A LL A R D 8 2 9 0 . 8 2 9 6

THE ROSICRUCIAN ORDER

Known as "THE ANC IEN T, MYSTIC ORDER ROS AE C RUC IS" throughout the world

A Non'Sectarian Fraternity Devotcd to the Invcitigation and Study of the Higher Princinle* of Lifeas Found Expressed in Man and Nature

S U PR EM E TE M P LE F O R N O R T H A M E R I C A

R O S I C R U C I A N P A R K S A N J O S E . C A L I F O R N I A . U . S . A .

A Special Communication

to the Seeker of Light

Respected Seeker:

Perhaps you were curious when you wrote to us.

If so, we are pleased. Strange? No; for curiosity is an

indication of the exciting of your interest. Like a magnetic

attraction, something pulled you toward the Rosicrucians. There

was a sympathetic bond even though but for a moment. It might have

been a word, read or heard, a leaflet received, or a public an-

nouncement seen. What concerns us both, NOW, you and ourselves,

is why the bond has not become stronger.

Having had your interest centered on SELF-ADVANCEMENT and

the method whereby you may attain MASTERSHIP OF LIFE, why have you

not availed yourself of these? No longer interested? Hardly. Our

fundamental interests do not change so easily. May we assume that your hesitancy in bringing into your life the profound and helpful

teachings of the Rosicrucians is for one of these three reasons:

1. That the claims of the Rosicrucians are pretentious

and extravagant. That the organization is not capable

of aiding the student in the way and with the means

proclaimed, and you are perhaps dubious.

2. That circumstances and conditions which seem uncon-

trollable are limiting you— limitations in finance, in

employment, lack of privacy, or doubt as to the neces-

sary time for the hourly period of study.

3. Perhaps you do not sense at the moment the ultimate

purpose of the Rosicrucian teachings. Do you ask

yourself these questions: "What will I accomplish

by the study of Rosicrucianism? How will my indi

vidual life be benefited? What will I add to my under-

standing that will successfully improve my spiritual,

intellectual, business, and material status?



Frankly, if these three reasons can logically be removed

to your satisfaction by the Rosicrucians, there could be little

objection to your being one of this world-wide Brotherhood. We

can and will remove these three reasons to your satisfaction.

I. First, the Rosicrucian Brotherhood for years has been known to historians, writers, and prominent teachers of the profound

laws of life. Hundreds of books have been written about the

Order. It is not a newly organized, fantastic society, spring-

ing into existence today and dormant tomorrow, having neither re-

sponsibility ñor concern for the welfare of its students. It does

not pretend to be a worthy school or university, actually lacking

in facilities or complete staff. It is not represented by an in

dividual, expounding impossible claims, here today and gone to

morrow. There are now, and have been for years, hundreds of

eminent men and women who are students of the organization. The

Brotherhood is equally known and recognized by thinkers and by

the practical business men and women who have contacted its

lodges and Grand Lodge. Its buildings and staff and its outer

activities are known to such institutions as the post office,

telegraph companies, Chamber of Commerce, and Better Business

Bureau.

II. As to the second reason, if we, each of us, you and I and

thousands like us, were the acmé of perfection, had ampie wealth,

knowledge, time, and happiness, the Brotherhood could offer us

naught. But it is comprised of men and women who lack one or

all of these, and it is the duty of the Rosicrucians to aid

them to attain it. So, if you are faced with the lack of any

of the above conditions, that is your qualification to enter the

portáis of the Order.

III. Man has in him the unión of two planes: One from whence

he carne and to which he will ultimately return; the other, the

plañe of his daily world. To deny one is but to half live.

Rosicrucianism recognizes these two planes ; it aids man in solv-

ing the mysteries and phenomena of life, free from the creed or sect.

But on the other hand, it prepares him to MASTER his PROBLEMS of

HERE and NOW, TODAY.

This may be interesting— yet you wonder. Can you test

these things, try them before affiliating with the Brotherhood?

You are tolerant, ready to be convinced, and HERE IS THE OPPOR- TUNITY.

The enclosed leaflet will explain to you about the maga-

zine, "The Rosicrucian Digest." The wonderful articles contained

therein will present to you the PRACTICAL principies of the Rosi

crucian teachings. This is an exclusive magazine, not sold on

all news-stands. We permit those who are thinking of affiliating

with the organization, yet hesitating, to subscribe to it BEFORE

becoming members ; and later, if they wish to become active



students, they are privileged to have the subscription price applied

on their registration fee for membership, according to the explana-

tion in the enclosed leaflet. This is a genuine opportunity to be-

come better acquainted with the Rosicrucian teachings. Renew your

interest in the better things, the important things of life through

the pages of this magazine. Hoping this may be your key to the

chamber of inner membership in this Brotherhood, I am

RML.-EZ ROSICRUCIAN ORDER (AMORC)

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