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Racial Considerations in Stelle
The
discussion period began with a question about The Stelle Group’s viewpoint on
the nationwide problems arising from racial differences. Richard answered
that, philosophically, The Stelle Group recognizes no racial divisions. We
can see that the world at large does indeed suffer from the deleterious
effects of racial intolerance, but we know each of us has incarnated into
every race for many hundreds of lifetimes. Physical differences seem to fade
as we engage in conversation with those of other races, for it is through our
Egoic and mental qualities that we know and relate to one-another and these
characteristics do not depend upon our having incarnated into a body of a
particular race. Some of us have learned racial prejudices from our parents,
but unlearning such attitudes seems to come naturally from associating with
those of other races who, like ourselves, are seeking a better way. (10-1970)
What Is the Black Man’s Place in Stelle?
QUESTION: What is the black man’s place in Stelle?
ANSWER:
Whatever body an individual
chooses to incarnate into need have nothing to do with his level of soul
growth. He chooses by his own free will which race he is incarnating into for
a specific purpose. Race is usually not karmic; however, there are certain
kinds of karma which can be worked out better by incarnating into a given
race, culture or economic level at a given time. For example, if an Ego chose
to incarnate into a Chinese body during the last century, he would meet
different life experiences if he incarnated in China rather than as a minority
roll in Caucasian America. The chances of being a success in Stelle, or anywhere,
do not depend upon race. Anyone who displays a skill and a reasonable ability
to do a particular job will find himself a leader very quickly.
Generally
speaking, people who enter into
spiritual commitments tend to back off from being in situations where they
must plan the work of others or be responsible for getting others to work;
they find this type of responsibility a bit distasteful. Therefore, we are
constantly looking for those who have the skills and the personality to be
leaders. The color of their skin does not matter, it
is ability that is measured. (05-1972)
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