The Color Gold

by James Masters

Understanding

Understanding, represented by the color gold, holds a significant place within the teachings of Charles Fillmore and the 12 Powers. While not one of the traditional Pride rainbow colors, understanding invites us to connect with the profound wisdom that flows from the divine.

According to Charles Fillmore, spiritual understanding surpasses mere intellectual knowing. It is the capacity of the mind to apprehend and realize the laws of thought, allowing us to perceive the interrelation of ideas and the deep connection between God and ourselves. As Fillmore said:

"Understanding reveals that love and wisdom should work together, that power should be expressed through love, and zeal should be tempered with wisdom."

The golden hue of Understanding symbolizes the illumination of divine wisdom within us. It signifies the transformative light that dawns when we align our consciousness with the eternal truths and principles of the universe. Through Understanding, we come to recognize the inherent unity of all creation, the interconnectedness of every soul.

Source of Wisdom

In the pursuit of Understanding, we acknowledge that Divinity is supreme knowing, and within us resides the faculty of understanding that enables us to comprehend Divine Law. It is through understanding that we harness our innate power and align it with love, expressing it harmoniously in the world.

Dealing with Confusion

Whenever we feel confused or frustrated with life, we gently deny that this confusion has any power and affirm that we are guided by spiritual understanding. We claim that freedom is our Divine right, recognizing that every human being can access Divine principles as freely as we would use principles associated with mathematics or music.

Understanding invites us to transcend intellectual knowing and tap into the divine wisdom that flows from the depths of our being. As we develop spiritual understanding, we come to recognize the interconnection of all things and the unity that underlies the diverse tapestry of life. Understanding teaches us to harmonize love and wisdom, expressing power through love and tempering zeal with wisdom. Through the power of Understanding, we gain insight into the laws of thought and the profound relationship between the Divine and ourselves. By cultivating this divine faculty, we unlock the transformative potential to bring about positive change in our lives and the world.