Gospel of One; Letters of Aul

Hi Everyone, namaste:

We are now on the 11th paragraph of chapter 7 in the First Letter to the Orinthians from the book "Gospel of One; Letters of Aul." (page 82)

"So it really is up to the individual as to whether or not to get married or stay single.  Think deeply about what you want to do with your precious life.  If you are married already but are now just figuring out your real purpose in life, then perhaps some changes are in order.  It's no sin to get a divorce, but think deeply and lovingly.  Consider everyone who will be affected by changes in your marital status.  Compromises go along with marriage and family life. I'm not writing a book on the subject, I'm just giving you a few brief guidelines.  Once again I remind you to seek first the kingdom of God, the kingdom of life, love, laughter, beauty, kindness, and harmony with all."

Commentary:  Some marriages do break up when one of the partners gets "religion" and the other person just doesn't get it. However, if the person who "gets it" really understands the oneness of all life, then he or she can be an even better marriage partner and will not feel that he or she has to break away. A person living in oneness respects other people's beliefs and does not act superior. If the person who doesn't live in the oneness of life wants out of the marriage, then the oneness person needs to understand what is going on and respect the choices of others.The person living in oneness will always try to do what is best for everyone.

Gospel of One; Letters of Aul

Hi everyone, namaste:

We are now moving on to chapter 7 in the First Letter to the Orinthians from the book, "Gospel of One; :Letters of Aul." We begin with paragraph one:

"Now I will answer the questions you asked in your letter to me. First, what is my view on sexual relations?  We are biological beings.  Sexual activity is natural for us as it is for animals.  However, we have moral standards about it because we recognize that it is very connected to our emotions, our health, and our children.  We have the laws of marriage as well as the ideals of marriage wherein mutual regard is given to man and woman.  Once a marriage is established between a man and a woman, for their own well-being and for the well-being of their children, (as they come along to make a family), they would do well to build their mutual love and respect day by day.  They would do well to have sex only with each other.  They can determine their own frequency. If they look for other partners to have sex with, they are betraying themselves as well as their spouses.  If the marriage is falling apart or was a mistake in the first place, and cannot be saved even after counseling and attempts at reconciliation, then a divorce is acceptable, and then they can try again with new partners, always with an attitude of forgiveness towards their former partners."

Commentary: Learn from people who are happily married. They can give the best advice.