Tan Order

This is also called The Order of Sandalphon. Sandalphon, supposedly the ancient prophet Elijah, who never saw death, but was caught by a fiery chariot and carried into the sky and out of sight, while Elisha, his student, looked on. So one might also say that the Tan Order is The Order of Elijah.

Sandalphon, in Urianism, is concerned with earthly monotheistic unity (ecumenicalism), yet also in true piety and purity in approaching God.

Yet, this also corresponds to the Kingdom, or Malkuth in Kabbalah. It is an order devoted to practical works - becoming the very hands and feet of The Lord.

In a fully realized religion, the members of the Tan (or brown) Order are those literally build places of worship, raise barns, build the sacred civilization, but also get out into the community and offer practical support to their brothers and sisters - from child care to…

Throughout the world and throughout history there have been as many sacred spaces as there have been people to use them. From a simple spot on the dirt to an elaborate cathedral decked out with gold leaf, statues, fine cloth and magnificent stained-glass windows. Each person will have a different reaction to these places. Some may find the cathedral to be a wondrous structure, dedicated to and reflective of the glory of God, while others may find it gaudy and decadent. Some will find the simplicity of a desert cave to be conducive to the state of spiritual ecstasy while others think it primitive and insulting.

Who is right and who is wrong?

Both and neither, in my opinion.

A relationship with God and the subsequent experiences that come from that are personal. If a dry cave helps you reach a state of mind that opens you up to that…

Original author: lastramsey Apr 03, 2021 Throughout the world and throughout history there have been as many sacred spaces as there have been people to use them. From a simple spot on the dirt to an elaborate cathedral decked out with gold leaf, statues, fine cloth and magnificent stained glass windows. Each person will have a different reaction to these places. Some may find the cathedral to be a wondrous structure, dedicated to and reflective of the glory of God, while others may find it gaudy and decadent. Some will find the simplicity of a desert cave to be conducive to the state of spiritual ecstasy while others think it primitive and insulting. Who is right and who is wrong? Both and neither, in my opinion. A relationship with God and the subsequent experiences that come from that are personal. If a dry cave helps you reach a state of mind that opens y…