Re: [BardonPraxis] Just beginning. - re F.B.'s books

[JohnWW <JohnWW@...>]

I wonder if Merkur Publishing have ever thought of bringing out an
"omnibus edition", containing ALL of F.B.'s books in English and any
previously unpublished material (with a separate edition in German), AND
accompanied by a CD-ROM containing the internet electronic versions, in
English and the original German and Czech, of all his books? I am sure
that this would be by far the most economical way of obtaining his books
and the best way of assisting their study, and that more people would
purchase them.

You should suggest this to Merkur Publishing, the next time you are in
contact with them.

John W.

Rawn Clark wrote:
> 
> Dear Ray,
> 
> >> Last week, I spoke with one of the translators at Merkur Publishing
> and asked about Bardon's admonition regarding learning the theory
> before
> attempting the steps. I explained my intention to seriously study
> that
> material while going through the steps and his reply was that it would
> prolong my development; unnecessarily extend my progress by 20+ years.
> <<
> Baloney! ;-) ;-) ;-) One should indeed seriously study the theory
> section and, as Bardon suggested, meditate extensively upon it, but
> even
> so, much of it will be incomprehensible until the moment that its
> reality is *experienced*. The theory *helps* us intellectually
> comprehend the point and basis of the exercises but it is the
> exercises
> themselves which bring *understanding*.
> 
> >> To me, it seems that knowledge of the theory wouldn't become
> absolutely necessary until one has reached the third step, in which by
> then I would be well versed. I'm only on the first step and really
> enjoy how they've already positively affected me and can't seem to see
> the danger in going through the first couple steps while learning the
> theory. Any thoughts or suggestions? <<
> 
> I suggest that you proceed as you are and ignore what the folks at
> Merkur told you. I also suggest that you study the theory and
> meditate
> upon it while you're engaging in your exercises. In fact, this can be
> a
> great way to practice the techniques of mental discipline (see
> http://www.ABardonCompanion.com/Deep.html).
> 
> My best to you,
> :) Rawn Clark
> 21 June 2004
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