Dear Ones,

Our theme is slightly different this week, and perhaps more profound, and I shall provide some background context.

Lately, I have been revisiting a book by Manly P. Hall titled “The Secret Destiny of America.” This book originated from a lecture given in 1942 at Carnegie Hall in New York, supplemented by further research; it was ultimately published in 1944.

In this work, Manly Hall explores some of the mysteries that shaped America as it was in the mid-1940s, notably episodes from the ancient Greek culture and the influence of Francis Bacon on the emergence of the “New Atlantis.”

In a chapter—number 19—that captivated me the most, he recounts the dream General McClellan had in 1861, while he was charged with defending Washington, D.C.. A dream in which George Washington appeared to him, warned him that he had been betrayed, and outlined a sound strategy for the defense of the nation’s capital.

Certain words, towards the end of that chapter, became etched in my memory.

Already it is obvious that, in the postwar period of reconstruction [1950s], America must become a leader of nations in the establishment of a commonwealth of peoples. The purpose for which we are created is revealing itself through the long process of time and that purpose is indeed our most sacred heritage.

Perhaps this secret destiny of America is indeed related to the “establishment of a commonwealth of peoples,” a commonwealth that extends far beyond the borders of any single country.

Let’s commune this day for the best and the most prosperous future for humanity as we further move into the Aquarian Age.

Moving beyond my invitation, here is an AI-generated summary of the book that might either enlighten or confuse some of you!

“The Secret Destiny of America (1944) by esoteric scholar Manly P. Hall argues that the United States was deliberately set apart and established by a network of secret societies to fulfill a “Great Plan” for world democracy. Hall posits that thousands of years before Columbus, ancient philosophers and mystics anticipated using the Western Hemisphere to build a utopian, self-governing society free from European tyranny. The book frames American democracy not as a random political accident, but as the planned culmination of a universal spiritual movement.

“The Great Plan & The Order of the Quest: Hall claims a hidden fellowship of enlightened sages has guided human history for millennia. This “Order of the Quest” spans ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Indian mystery schools, surviving through medieval guilds, Rosicrucians and Freemasons.

“Esoteric Founding Fathers: Hall suggests many of America’s founders were highly evolved mystics or Masons acting as agents of this ancient blueprint. He highlights historical anomalies, occult symbolism in the Great Seal of the U.S. and folklore like “The Unknown Speaker” who allegedly rallied the delegates to sign the 1776 U.S. Declaration of Independence.

“A Shift From Selfishness to Brotherhood: Writing during the backdrop of World War II, Hall stresses that enduring global peace cannot be achieved through economic or material politics alone. He argues human society must transition from a competitive system to a cooperative, universal brotherhood.

“Universal Destiny: The ultimate goal of the United States, according to the book, is to lead humanity toward a democratic commonwealth of all nations. Hall insists that those who cooperate with this inevitable evolution will thrive, while those who resist will self-destruct.”

Topic: America’s secret destiny

Time: Jul 30 @ 2:30 PM Eastern Time

Meeting ID: 865 7198 4122