Systems of Money

Despite the overwhelming historical evidence that all systems of money and barter are not only imperfect, but fatally flawed, this is exactly the type of system we find ourselves in currently, and it does not appear that this system is likely to change substantially in the near future.  The system is built upon a foundation of compulsory exchange, reflected in the latin expression Quid Pro Quo, meaning “this for that.”  The fatal error in this type of system lies in the requirement of a particular form of reciprocation from the receiving party, within an established time frame.  It is this need to control and tabulate all transactions at a microcosmic level that is an abomination of Universal Natural Law, which always balances itself, reaching across the entire Universe instantaneously to find the balancing action that will best serve the evolution of consciousness.  The usurpation of control of this balancing at the low level of human consciousness is an expression of humans arrogantly believing that they can do a better job than the Creator of the Universe.  This leads to an expanding separation from the Source of our Creation, and eventually disintegration of the false system of control.

One need only superficially study the history of previous cultures and societies which have established such systems, such as the Roman Empire, in order to see that there is a systematic progression toward avarice and decadence, along with an asymptotic gravitational movement of wealth in the direction of those in control, creating an imbalance that eventually rebalances itself through the apocalyptic collapse of the society.  Unfortunately, when this happens, humans have not yet been intelligent enough, courageous enough, nor morally equipped to resist the temptation to set up a new system out of the ashes of the old, dooming the future to repeat in an endless cycle of suffering an enslavement. 

On the other hand, voluntary, self-motivated, unconditional service to others with faith and expectation of reciprocation from the Universal Field, with no way of knowing when, where, or how this is to occur, is acting in accordance with these Universal Principles.  The only type of economic environment that can sustain itself indefinitely is one in which the individual is allowed to grow, learn, and develop at his own pace, and at some point begins to experience an excitement within himself, leading to a burning desire to do something in service to his fellow planetary inhabitants.  This motivates the individual to give something of value, using his unique gifts and talents, to other individuals according to their needs and values.  

Giving of one’s gifts and talents without attachment to a particular form of remuneration creates a ripple in the Universal Morphogenic Field, leading to an imbalance which must be followed by a natural balancing force or activity, attracting something of equal value to the giver in exact accordance with his desires.  This is expressed in what Isaac Newton called the Third Law of Motion: for every action, there is an equal and opposite re-action.  All religious belief systems understand this law, and have described it in various forms, such as “ask and it shall be given.”  The word ask in this form represents the initial gift.  To give, in the language of the Universe, is a powerful form of asking.  What will be given in return will be in precise accordance with laws that are beyond our capacity to understand at the level of the physical mind.  Expecting a particular form of return, or worse yet, requiring a specific form, is an attempt to manipulate Natural Law using mortal will, according to the desires and whims of the lower, or outer, form.  This is a recipe for discomfort, disappointment, and suffering. 

Regardless of the flaws in the system, however, a method can exist for reciprocating value in gratitude for value given, while acting in accordance with Higher Universal Principles.  Currently, we use money most commonly to fill this purpose.  Typically, when a service is provided, money can given in return.  Conversely, when money is given, a service can be provided in return.  All transactions must be accompanied by a feeling of gratitude, or the system begins to deteriorate.  This is what we are seeing currently within the global economic system that has been imposed upon us.