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The following notes include some connections between papers within a set and some connections to seasonal / cultural observances.
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The Lucifer Rebellion is the origin of our world's troubles and why Michael came here.
In keeping with Christian tradition, Handel's "Messiah" and "Nine Lessons and Carols" trace the root of our troubles back to the Fall of Man in the biblical account of Adam and Eve.
At Tyre, Jesus told "the story of the white lily" (156:5.1)
This closely resembles the Buddhist teachings about the Lotus.
In Christianity, the white lily has been a symbol for the virginity of Mary.
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Paper 56 marks the end of Part II.
Peter's confession at Caesarea-Philippi marks the end of the third phase of Jesus' bestowal and the beginning of the fourth phase. (see 157:6.3)
"Hark the Herald Angels Sing" second verse:
🎶 Hail the heaven-born Prince of Peace! Hail the Sun of Righteousness! Light and life to all He brings; Risen with healing in His wings ...
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We're very near to Christmas Day, which is a good time to pause Part IV.
The Solstice lands within Set 28.
57:1.1 Urantia is of origin in your sun, ...
Midwinter is another term for the December Solstice.
Carol: "In the Bleak Midwinter"
The planetary rebellion began "one day, midwinter of the northern continents," (67:2.1)
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The brotherly love of Christmastime helps with understanding some difficult concepts.
The song "Let There Be Peace on Earth" is increasingly heard as a Christmas carol. Its lyrics include, "With God as our Father, brothers all are we."
The story of the Transfiguration fits well with the Solstice. The longest night gives way to the return of the light.
December 25 lands within Set 29, which includes the Transfiguration on Mount Hermon. August 21 lands within Set 11, which includes the sojourn on Mount Hermon.
Last Sunday of the calendar year: Set 29
Last Sunday of the church year: Proper 29 "Reign of Christ Sunday"
Actual date of the Transfiguration: August 15
Feast of the Transfiguration: August 6
Transfiguration Sunday: the Sunday before Ash Wednesday
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