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==PAPER 55: THE SPHERES OF LIGHT AND LIFE==   

==PAPER 55: THE SPHERES OF LIGHT AND LIFE==   

55:0.1 The [[age]] of [[light and life]] is the final [[evolutionary]] [[attainment]] of a world of [[time and space]]. From the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_64 early times] of [[primitive]] man, such an [[inhabited world]] has passed through the [[successive]] planetary [[ages]]—the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_52#52:1._PRIMITIVE_MAN pre]- and the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_52#52:2._POST-PLANETARY_PRINCE_MAN post-Planetary Prince ages], the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_52#52:3._POST-ADAMIC_MAN post-Adamic age], the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_52#52:4._POST-MAGISTERIAL_SON_MAN post-Magisterial Son age], and the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_52#52:5._POST-BESTOWAL_SON_MAN postbestowal Son age]. And then is such a world made ready for the culminating [[evolutionary]] [[attainment]], the settled [[status]] of [[light and life]], by the [[ministry]] of the [[successive]] [[planetary]] missions of the [[Trinity Teacher Sons]] with their ever-advancing [[revelations]] of [[divine]] [[truth]] and [[cosmic]] [[wisdom]]. In these endeavors the [[Teacher Sons]] enjoy the [[assistance]] of the [[Brilliant Evening Stars]] always, and the [[Melchizedeks]] sometimes, in establishing the final [[planetary]] [[age]].

55:0.1 The [[age]] of [[light and life]] is the final [[evolutionary]] [[attainment]] of a world of [[time and space]]. From the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_64 early times] of [[primitive]] man, such an [[inhabited world]] has passed through the [[successive]] planetary [[ages]]—the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_52#52:1._PRIMITIVE_MAN pre]- and the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_52#52:2._POST-PLANETARY_PRINCE_MAN post-Planetary Prince ages], the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_52#52:3._POST-ADAMIC_MAN post-Adamic age], the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_52#52:4._POST-MAGISTERIAL_SON_MAN post-Magisterial Son age], and the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_52#52:5._POST-BESTOWAL_SON_MAN postbestowal Son age]. And then is such a world made ready for the culminating [[evolutionary]] [[attainment]], the settled [[status]] of [[light and life]], by the [[ministry]] of the [[successive]] [[planetary]] missions of the [[Trinity Teacher Sons]] with their ever-advancing [[revelations]] of [[divine]] [[truth]] and [[cosmic]] [[wisdom]]. In these endeavors the [[Teacher Sons]] enjoy the [[assistance]] of the [[Brilliant Evening Stars]] always, and the [[Melchizedeks]] sometimes, in establishing the final [[planetary]] [[age]].

55:0.2 This era of [[light and life]], [[inaugurated]] by the [[Teacher Sons]] at the conclusion of their final [[planetary]] mission, continues indefinitely on the [[inhabited worlds]]. Each [[advancing]] [[stage]] of settled [[status]] may be [[segregated]] by the [[judicial]] [[actions]] of the [[Magisterial Son]]s into a [[succession]] of [[dispensations]]; but all such [[judicial]] [[actions]] are purely [[technical]], in no way [[modifying]] the [[course]] of [[planetary]] [[events]].

55:0.2 This era of [[light and life]], [[inaugurated]] by the [[Teacher Sons]] at the conclusion of their final [[planetary]] mission, continues indefinitely on the [[inhabited worlds]]. Each [[advancing]] [[stage]] of settled [[status]] may be [[segregated]] by the [[judicial]] [[actions]] of the [[Magisterial Son]]s into a [[succession]] of [[dispensations]]; but all such [[judicial]] [[actions]] are purely [[technical]], in no way [[modifying]] the [[course]] of [[planetary]] [[events]].

55:0.3 Only those [[planets]] which [[attain]] [[existence]] in the main [[circuits]] of the [[superuniverse]] are [[assured]] of [[continuous]] [[survival]], but as far as we know, these worlds settled in [[light and life]] are [[destined]] to go on throughout the [[eternal]] ages of all [[future]] [[time]].

55:0.3 Only those [[planets]] which [[attain]] [[existence]] in the main [[circuits]] of the [[superuniverse]] are [[assured]] of [[continuous]] [[survival]], but as far as we know, these worlds settled in [[light and life]] are [[destined]] to go on throughout the [[eternal]] ages of all [[future]] [[time]].

55:0.4 There are [[seven]] stages in the [[unfoldment]] of the era of [[light and life]] on an [[evolutionary world]], and in this [[connection]] it should be noted that the worlds of the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_40#40:9._SPIRIT-FUSED_MORTALS Spirit-fused mortals] evolve along lines [[identical]] with those of the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_40#40:7._FATHER-FUSED_MORTALS Adjuster-fusion series]. These [[seven]] [[stages]] of [[light and life]] are:

55:0.4 There are [[seven]] stages in the [[unfoldment]] of the era of [[light and life]] on an [[evolutionary world]], and in this [[connection]] it should be noted that the worlds of the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_40#40:9._SPIRIT-FUSED_MORTALS Spirit-fused mortals] evolve along lines [[identical]] with those of the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_40#40:7._FATHER-FUSED_MORTALS Adjuster-fusion series]. These [[seven]] [[stages]] of [[light and life]] are:

*1. ''The first or planetary stage''.

*1. ''The first or planetary stage''.

==55:1. THE MORONTIA TEMPLE==   

==55:1. THE MORONTIA TEMPLE==   

55:1.1 The [[presence]] of a [[morontia temple]] at the [[capital]] of an [[inhabited world]] is the certificate of the admission of such a [[sphere]] to the settled ages of [[light and life]]. Before the [[Teacher Sons]] leave a world at the conclusion of their terminal mission, they [[inaugurate]] this final [[epoch]] of [[evolutionary]] [[attainment]]; they preside on that day when the "holy [[temple]] comes down upon [[earth]]."[http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Book_of_Revelation#Chapter_21] This [[event]], signalizing the dawn of the era of [[light and life]], is always [[honored]] by the [[personal]] [[presence]] of the [[Paradise]] [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_20#20:5._BESTOWAL_OF_THE_PARADISE_SONS_OF_GOD bestowal Son] of that [[planet]], who comes to [[witness]] this great day. There in this [[temple]] of unparalleled [[beauty]], this [[bestowal Son]] of [[Paradise]] [[proclaims]] the long-time [[Planetary Prince]] as the new Planetary Sovereign and invests such a faithful Lanonandek Son with new powers and extended authority over planetary affairs. The System Sovereign is also present and speaks in confirmation of these pronouncements.

55:1.1 The [[presence]] of a [[morontia temple]] at the [[capital]] of an [[inhabited world]] is the certificate of the admission of such a [[sphere]] to the settled ages of [[light and life]]. Before the [[Teacher Sons]] leave a world at the conclusion of their terminal mission, they [[inaugurate]] this final [[epoch]] of [[evolutionary]] [[attainment]]; they preside on that day when the "holy [[temple]] comes down upon [[earth]]."[https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Book_of_Revelation#Chapter_21] This [[event]], signalizing the dawn of the era of [[light and life]], is always [[honored]] by the [[personal]] [[presence]] of the [[Paradise]] [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_20#20:5._BESTOWAL_OF_THE_PARADISE_SONS_OF_GOD bestowal Son] of that [[planet]], who comes to [[witness]] this great day. There in this [[temple]] of unparalleled [[beauty]], this [[bestowal Son]] of [[Paradise]] [[proclaims]] the long-time [[Planetary Prince]] as the new Planetary Sovereign and invests such a faithful Lanonandek Son with new powers and extended authority over planetary affairs. The System Sovereign is also present and speaks in confirmation of these pronouncements.

55:1.2 A morontia temple has three parts: Centermost is the sanctuary of the Paradise bestowal Son. On the right is the seat of the former Planetary Prince, now [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_50#50:5._PROGRESSIVE_CIVILIZATION Planetary Sovereign]; and when present in the [[temple]], this [[Lanonandek Son]] is [[visible]] to the more [[spiritual]] [[individuals]] of the realm. On the left is the seat of the acting chief of [[finaliters]] attached to the [[planet]].

55:1.2 A morontia temple has three parts: Centermost is the sanctuary of the Paradise bestowal Son. On the right is the seat of the former Planetary Prince, now [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_50#50:5._PROGRESSIVE_CIVILIZATION Planetary Sovereign]; and when present in the [[temple]], this [[Lanonandek Son]] is [[visible]] to the more [[spiritual]] [[individuals]] of the realm. On the left is the seat of the acting chief of [[finaliters]] attached to the [[planet]].

55:1.3 Although the [[planetary]] [[temples]] have been spoken of as "coming down from heaven,"[http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Book_of_Revelation#Chapter_3] in [[reality]] no [[actual]] [[material]] is [[transported]] from the [[system headquarters]]. The [[architecture]] of each is worked out in miniature on [[the system]] [[capital]], and the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_48#48:2._MORONTIA_POWER_SUPERVISORS Morontia Power Supervisors] subsequently bring these approved [[plans]] to the [[planet]]. Here, in [[association]] with the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_29#29:4._THE_MASTER_PHYSICAL_CONTROLLERS Master Physical Controllers], they [[proceed]] to build the [[morontia temple]] according to specifications.

55:1.3 Although the [[planetary]] [[temples]] have been spoken of as "coming down from heaven,"[https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Book_of_Revelation#Chapter_3] in [[reality]] no [[actual]] [[material]] is [[transported]] from the [[system headquarters]]. The [[architecture]] of each is worked out in miniature on [[the system]] [[capital]], and the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_48#48:2._MORONTIA_POWER_SUPERVISORS Morontia Power Supervisors] subsequently bring these approved [[plans]] to the [[planet]]. Here, in [[association]] with the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_29#29:4._THE_MASTER_PHYSICAL_CONTROLLERS Master Physical Controllers], they [[proceed]] to build the [[morontia temple]] according to specifications.

55:1.4 The [[average]] [[morontia temple]] seats about three hundred thousand [[spectators]]. These edifices are not used for [[worship]], [[play]], or for receiving [[broadcasts]]; they are devoted to the special [[ceremonies]] of the [[planet]], such as: [[communications]] with the [[System Sovereign]] or with the [[Most Highs]], special [[visualization]] [[ceremonies]] [[designed]] to [[reveal]] the [[personality]] [[presence]] of [[spirit]] [[beings]], and [[silent]] [[cosmic]] [[contemplation]]. The schools of [[cosmic]] [[philosophy]] here conduct their [[graduation]] [[exercises]], and here also do the [[mortals]] of the realm receive [[planetary]] [[recognition]] for [[achievements]] of high [[social]] [[service]] and for other outstanding [[attainments]].

55:1.4 The [[average]] [[morontia temple]] seats about three hundred thousand [[spectators]]. These edifices are not used for [[worship]], [[play]], or for receiving [[broadcasts]]; they are devoted to the special [[ceremonies]] of the [[planet]], such as: [[communications]] with the [[System Sovereign]] or with the [[Most Highs]], special [[visualization]] [[ceremonies]] [[designed]] to [[reveal]] the [[personality]] [[presence]] of [[spirit]] [[beings]], and [[silent]] [[cosmic]] [[contemplation]]. The schools of [[cosmic]] [[philosophy]] here conduct their [[graduation]] [[exercises]], and here also do the [[mortals]] of the realm receive [[planetary]] [[recognition]] for [[achievements]] of high [[social]] [[service]] and for other outstanding [[attainments]].

55:1.5 Such a [[morontia temple]] also serves as the place of assembly for [[witnessing]] the [[translation]] of living [[mortals]] to the [[morontia]] [[existence]]. It is because the [[translation]] [[temple]] is [[composed]] of [[morontia]] [[material]] that it is not [[destroyed]] by the blazing [[glory]] of the consuming [[fire]] which so completely [[obliterates]] the [[physical]] [[bodies]] of those [[mortals]] who therein [[experience]] final [[fusion]] with their [[divine]] [[Adjusters]]. On a large world these departure flares are almost [[continuous]], and as the [[number]] of [[translations]] increases, subsidiary [[morontia]] life [[shrines]] are provided in [[different]] areas of the [[planet]]. Not long since I [[sojourned]] on a world in the far north whereon twenty-five [[morontia]] [[shrines]] were [[functioning]].

55:1.5 Such a [[morontia temple]] also serves as the place of assembly for [[witnessing]] the [[translation]] of living [[mortals]] to the [[morontia]] [[existence]]. It is because the [[translation]] [[temple]] is [[composed]] of [[morontia]] [[material]] that it is not [[destroyed]] by the blazing [[glory]] of the consuming [[fire]] which so completely [[obliterates]] the [[physical]] [[bodies]] of those [[mortals]] who therein [[experience]] final [[fusion]] with their [[divine]] [[Adjusters]]. On a large world these departure flares are almost [[continuous]], and as the [[number]] of [[translations]] increases, subsidiary [[morontia]] life [[shrines]] are provided in [[different]] areas of the [[planet]]. Not long since I [[sojourned]] on a world in the far north whereon twenty-five [[morontia]] [[shrines]] were [[functioning]].

55:1.6 On presettled worlds, [[planets]] without [[morontia temples]], these [[fusion]] flashes many times occur in the [[planetary]] [[atmosphere]], where the [[material]] [[body]] of a [[translation]] [[candidate]] is elevated by the [[midway creatures]] and the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_29#29:4._THE_MASTER_PHYSICAL_CONTROLLERS physical controllers].

55:1.6 On presettled worlds, [[planets]] without [[morontia temples]], these [[fusion]] flashes many times occur in the [[planetary]] [[atmosphere]], where the [[material]] [[body]] of a [[translation]] [[candidate]] is elevated by the [[midway creatures]] and the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_29#29:4._THE_MASTER_PHYSICAL_CONTROLLERS physical controllers].

==55:2. DEATH AND TRANSLATION==     

==55:2. DEATH AND TRANSLATION==     

==55:3. THE GOLDEN AGES==   

==55:3. THE GOLDEN AGES==   

55:3.1 During this age of [[light and life]] the world increasingly prospers under the [[fatherly]] rule of the [[Planetary Sovereign]]. By this [[time]] the worlds are [[progressing]] under the [[momentum]] of one [[language]], one [[religion]], and, on [[normal]] [[spheres]], one [[race]]. But this [[age]] is not [[perfect]]. These worlds still have well-appointed [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hospital hospitals], homes for the care of the sick. There still remain the [[problems]] of caring for [[accidental]] injuries and the inescapable infirmities attendant upon the decrepitude of old age and the disorders of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Senility senility]. [[Disease]] has not been entirely vanquished, neither have the [[earth]] [[animals]] been subdued in [[perfection]]; but such worlds are like [[Paradise]] in [[comparison]] with the early times of [[primitive]] man during the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_52#52:1._PRIMITIVE_MAN pre-Planetary Prince age]. You would [[instinctively]] describe such a realm—could you be suddenly [[transported]] to a [[planet]] in this [[stage]] of [[development]]—as [[heaven]] on [[earth]].

55:3.1 During this age of [[light and life]] the world increasingly prospers under the [[fatherly]] rule of the [[Planetary Sovereign]]. By this [[time]] the worlds are [[progressing]] under the [[momentum]] of one [[language]], one [[religion]], and, on [[normal]] [[spheres]], one [[race]]. But this [[age]] is not [[perfect]]. These worlds still have well-appointed [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hospital hospitals], homes for the care of the sick. There still remain the [[problems]] of caring for [[accidental]] injuries and the inescapable infirmities attendant upon the decrepitude of old age and the disorders of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Senility senility]. [[Disease]] has not been entirely vanquished, neither have the [[earth]] [[animals]] been subdued in [[perfection]]; but such worlds are like [[Paradise]] in [[comparison]] with the early times of [[primitive]] man during the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_52#52:1._PRIMITIVE_MAN pre-Planetary Prince age]. You would [[instinctively]] describe such a realm—could you be suddenly [[transported]] to a [[planet]] in this [[stage]] of [[development]]—as [[heaven]] on [[earth]].

55:3.2 [[Human]] [[government]] in the [[conduct]] of [[material]] affairs continues to [[function]] throughout this [[age]] of [[relative]] [[progress]] and [[perfection]]. The [[public]] [[activities]] of a world in the first [[stage]] of [[light and life]] which I recently visited were [[financed]] by the [[tithing]] [[technique]]. Every [[adult]] worker—and all able-bodied [[citizens]] worked at something—paid ten per cent of his [[income]] or increase to the [[public]] treasury, and it was disbursed as follows:

55:3.2 [[Human]] [[government]] in the [[conduct]] of [[material]] affairs continues to [[function]] throughout this [[age]] of [[relative]] [[progress]] and [[perfection]]. The [[public]] [[activities]] of a world in the first [[stage]] of [[light and life]] which I recently visited were [[financed]] by the [[tithing]] [[technique]]. Every [[adult]] worker—and all able-bodied [[citizens]] worked at something—paid ten per cent of his [[income]] or increase to the [[public]] treasury, and it was disbursed as follows:

55:3.10 On these superb worlds the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Childbearing childbearing] period is not greatly prolonged. It is not best for too many years to [[intervene]] between the ages of a [[family]] of [[children]]. When close together in age, [[children]] are able to [[contribute]] much more to their [[mutual]] [[training]]. And on these worlds they are [[magnificently]] trained by the [[competitive]] [[systems]] of keen striving in the advanced [[domains]] and divisions of [[diverse]] [[achievement]] in the mastery of [[truth]], [[beauty]], and [[goodness]]. Never [[fear]] but that even such [[glorified]] [[spheres]] present plenty of [[evil]], real and [[potential]], which is stimulative of the [[choosing]] between [[truth]] and [[error]], [[good]] and [[evil]], [[sin]] and [[righteousness]].

55:3.10 On these superb worlds the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Childbearing childbearing] period is not greatly prolonged. It is not best for too many years to [[intervene]] between the ages of a [[family]] of [[children]]. When close together in age, [[children]] are able to [[contribute]] much more to their [[mutual]] [[training]]. And on these worlds they are [[magnificently]] trained by the [[competitive]] [[systems]] of keen striving in the advanced [[domains]] and divisions of [[diverse]] [[achievement]] in the mastery of [[truth]], [[beauty]], and [[goodness]]. Never [[fear]] but that even such [[glorified]] [[spheres]] present plenty of [[evil]], real and [[potential]], which is stimulative of the [[choosing]] between [[truth]] and [[error]], [[good]] and [[evil]], [[sin]] and [[righteousness]].

55:3.11 Nevertheless, there is a certain, inevitable penalty attaching to [[mortal]] [[existence]] on such advanced [[evolutionary]] [[planets]]. When a settled world [[progresses]] beyond the third stage of [[light and life]], all [[ascenders]] are [[destined]], before [[attaining]] the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_15#15:13._THE_SECTOR_GOVERNMENTS minor sector], to receive some sort of [[transient]] assignment on a [[planet]] passing through the earlier [[stages]] of [[evolution]].

55:3.11 Nevertheless, there is a certain, inevitable penalty attaching to [[mortal]] [[existence]] on such advanced [[evolutionary]] [[planets]]. When a settled world [[progresses]] beyond the third stage of [[light and life]], all [[ascenders]] are [[destined]], before [[attaining]] the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_15#15:13._THE_SECTOR_GOVERNMENTS minor sector], to receive some sort of [[transient]] assignment on a [[planet]] passing through the earlier [[stages]] of [[evolution]].

55:3.12 Each of these [[successive]] [[ages]] [[represents]] advancing [[achievements]] in all [[phases]] of [[planetary]] [[attainment]]. In the initial age of light the [[revelation]] of [[truth]] was enlarged to [[embrace]] the workings of the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_12 universe of universes], while the [[Deity]] [[study]] of the second age is the attempt to master the [[protean]] [[concept]] of the [[nature]], mission, [[ministry]], [[associations]], [[origin]], and [[destiny]] of the [[Creator Sons]], the first level of [[God the Sevenfold]].

55:3.12 Each of these [[successive]] [[ages]] [[represents]] advancing [[achievements]] in all [[phases]] of [[planetary]] [[attainment]]. In the initial age of light the [[revelation]] of [[truth]] was enlarged to [[embrace]] the workings of the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_12 universe of universes], while the [[Deity]] [[study]] of the second age is the attempt to master the [[protean]] [[concept]] of the [[nature]], mission, [[ministry]], [[associations]], [[origin]], and [[destiny]] of the [[Creator Sons]], the first level of [[God the Sevenfold]].

55:3.13 A [[planet]] the size of [[Urantia]], when fairly well settled, would have about one hundred subadministrative [[centers]]. These subordinate centers would be presided over by one of the following [[groups]] of qualified [[administrators]]:

55:3.13 A [[planet]] the size of [[Urantia]], when fairly well settled, would have about one hundred subadministrative [[centers]]. These subordinate centers would be presided over by one of the following [[groups]] of qualified [[administrators]]:

*1. Young [[Material Sons and Daughters]] brought from the [[system headquarters]] to [[act]] as assistants to the ruling [[Adam and Eve]].

*1. Young [[Material Sons and Daughters]] brought from the [[system headquarters]] to [[act]] as assistants to the ruling [[Adam and Eve]].

*2. The progeny of the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_66#66:2._THE_PRINCE.27S_STAFF semimortal staff] of the [[Planetary Prince]] who were [[Reproduction|procreated]] on certain worlds for this and tther similar [[responsibilities]].

*2. The progeny of the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_66#66:2._THE_PRINCE.27S_STAFF semimortal staff] of the [[Planetary Prince]] who were [[Reproduction|procreated]] on certain worlds for this and tther similar [[responsibilities]].

*3. The direct planetary [[progeny]] of [[Adam and Eve]].

*3. The direct planetary [[progeny]] of [[Adam and Eve]].

*4. Materialized and humanized [[midway creatures]].  

*4. Materialized and humanized [[midway creatures]].  

*c. [[Adam and Eve]], who [[function]] jointly as the unifiers of the [[dual]] [[leadership]] of the [[Planetary Prince|Prince-Sovereign]] and the chief of [[finaliters]].

*c. [[Adam and Eve]], who [[function]] jointly as the unifiers of the [[dual]] [[leadership]] of the [[Planetary Prince|Prince-Sovereign]] and the chief of [[finaliters]].

55:4.5 [[Acting]] as [[interpreters]] for the [[seraphic guardians]] and the [[finaliters]] are the exalted and liberated [[midway creatures]]. One of the last [[acts]] of the [[Trinity Teacher Sons]] on their terminal mission is to [[liberate]] the [[midwayers]] of the realm and to promote (or restore) them to advanced planetary status, assigning them to responsible places in the new [[administration]] of the settled sphere. Such [[changes]] have already been made in the range of [[human]] [[vision]] as enable [[mortals]] to [[recognize]] these heretofore [[invisible]] cousins of the early [[Adamic regime]]. This is made possible by the final [[discoveries]] of [[physical science]] in [[liaison]] with the enlarged planetary [[functions]] of the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_29#29:4._THE_MASTER_PHYSICAL_CONTROLLERS Master Physical Controllers].

55:4.5 [[Acting]] as [[interpreters]] for the [[seraphic guardians]] and the [[finaliters]] are the exalted and liberated [[midway creatures]]. One of the last [[acts]] of the [[Trinity Teacher Sons]] on their terminal mission is to [[liberate]] the [[midwayers]] of the realm and to promote (or restore) them to advanced planetary status, assigning them to responsible places in the new [[administration]] of the settled sphere. Such [[changes]] have already been made in the range of [[human]] [[vision]] as enable [[mortals]] to [[recognize]] these heretofore [[invisible]] cousins of the early [[Adamic regime]]. This is made possible by the final [[discoveries]] of [[physical science]] in [[liaison]] with the enlarged planetary [[functions]] of the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_29#29:4._THE_MASTER_PHYSICAL_CONTROLLERS Master Physical Controllers].

55:4.6 The [[System Sovereign]] has [[authority]] to release [[midway creatures]] any time after the first settled stage so that they may [[humanize]] in the [[morontia]] by the aid of the [[Life Carriers]] and the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_29#29:4._THE_MASTER_PHYSICAL_CONTROLLERS physical controllers] and, after receiving [[Thought Adjusters]], start out on their [[Paradise]] [[ascension]].

55:4.6 The [[System Sovereign]] has [[authority]] to release [[midway creatures]] any time after the first settled stage so that they may [[humanize]] in the [[morontia]] by the aid of the [[Life Carriers]] and the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_29#29:4._THE_MASTER_PHYSICAL_CONTROLLERS physical controllers] and, after receiving [[Thought Adjusters]], start out on their [[Paradise]] [[ascension]].

55:4.7 In the third and subsequent [[stages]], some of the [[midwayers]] are still [[functioning]], chiefly as [[contact personalities]] for the [[finaliters]], but as each stage of [[light and life]] is entered, new [[orders]] of [[liaison]] ministers largely replace the [[midwayers]]; very few of them ever remain beyond the fourth stage of light. The seventh stage will witness the coming of the first [[absonite]] ministers from [[Paradise]] to serve in the places of certain [[universe]] [[creatures]].

55:4.7 In the third and subsequent [[stages]], some of the [[midwayers]] are still [[functioning]], chiefly as [[contact personalities]] for the [[finaliters]], but as each stage of [[light and life]] is entered, new [[orders]] of [[liaison]] ministers largely replace the [[midwayers]]; very few of them ever remain beyond the fourth stage of light. The seventh stage will witness the coming of the first [[absonite]] ministers from [[Paradise]] to serve in the places of certain [[universe]] [[creatures]].

55:4.12 During this or the following age a [[Teacher Son]], assisted by the ministering-spirit quartette, becomes attached to the [[elective]] [[mortal]] [[chief executive]], who now becomes associated with the [[Planetary Sovereign]] as joint [[administrator]] of world affairs. These [[mortal]] [[chief executives]] serve for twenty-five years of [[planetary]] [[time]], and it is this new [[development]] that makes it easy for the Planetary [[Adam and Eve]] to secure release from their world of long-time assignment during the following ages.

55:4.12 During this or the following age a [[Teacher Son]], assisted by the ministering-spirit quartette, becomes attached to the [[elective]] [[mortal]] [[chief executive]], who now becomes associated with the [[Planetary Sovereign]] as joint [[administrator]] of world affairs. These [[mortal]] [[chief executives]] serve for twenty-five years of [[planetary]] [[time]], and it is this new [[development]] that makes it easy for the Planetary [[Adam and Eve]] to secure release from their world of long-time assignment during the following ages.

55:4.13 The ministering-spirit quartettes consist of: the [[seraphic]] chief of the [[sphere]], the [[superuniverse]] [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_28#28:3._THE_SECONAPHIM secoraphic] [[counselor]], the [[archangel]] of [[translations]], and the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_28#28:2._THE_OMNIAPHIM omniaphim] who [[functions]] as the [[personal]] [[representative]] of the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_24#24:5._THE_ASSIGNED_SENTINELS Assigned Sentinel] stationed on the [[system headquarters]]. But these advisers never proffer [[counsel]] unless it is asked for.

55:4.13 The ministering-spirit quartettes consist of: the [[seraphic]] chief of the [[sphere]], the [[superuniverse]] [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_28#28:3._THE_SECONAPHIM secoraphic] [[counselor]], the [[archangel]] of [[translations]], and the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_28#28:2._THE_OMNIAPHIM omniaphim] who [[functions]] as the [[personal]] [[representative]] of the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_24#24:5._THE_ASSIGNED_SENTINELS Assigned Sentinel] stationed on the [[system headquarters]]. But these advisers never proffer [[counsel]] unless it is asked for.

55:4.14 4. ''The fourth stage of light and life''. On the worlds the [[Trinity Teacher Sons]] appear in new roles. Assisted by the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_22#22:8._THE_CREATURE-TRINITIZED_SONS creature-trinitized sons] so long [[associated]] with their order, they now come to the worlds as [[volunteer]] [[counselors]] and advisers to the [[Planetary Sovereign]] and his [[associates]]. Such couples—[[Paradise]]-[[Havona]]-[http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_22#22:7._TECHNIQUE_OF_TRINITIZATION trinitized sons] and [[ascender]]-trinitized sons—[[represent]] [[differing]] [[universe]] [[viewpoints]] and [[diverse]] [[personal]] [[experiences]] which are highly serviceable to the [[planetary]] rulers.

55:4.14 4. ''The fourth stage of light and life''. On the worlds the [[Trinity Teacher Sons]] appear in new roles. Assisted by the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_22#22:8._THE_CREATURE-TRINITIZED_SONS creature-trinitized sons] so long [[associated]] with their order, they now come to the worlds as [[volunteer]] [[counselors]] and advisers to the [[Planetary Sovereign]] and his [[associates]]. Such couples—[[Paradise]]-[[Havona]]-[https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_22#22:7._TECHNIQUE_OF_TRINITIZATION trinitized sons] and [[ascender]]-trinitized sons—[[represent]] [[differing]] [[universe]] [[viewpoints]] and [[diverse]] [[personal]] [[experiences]] which are highly serviceable to the [[planetary]] rulers.

55:4.15 At any time after this age the Planetary [[Adam and Eve]] can [[petition]] the [[Master Son|Sovereign]] [[Creator Son]] for release from [[planetary]] [[duties]] in order to begin their [[Paradise]] [[ascent]]; or they can remain on the [[planet]] as directors of the newly appearing order of increasingly [[spiritual]] [[society]] [[composed]] of advanced [[mortals]] striving to [[comprehend]] the [[philosophic]] teachings of the [[finaliters]] portrayed by the [[Brilliant Evening Stars]], who are now assigned to these worlds to [[collaborate]] in pairs with the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_28#28:3._THE_SECONAPHIM seconaphim] from the [[headquarters]] of the [[superuniverse]].

55:4.15 At any time after this age the Planetary [[Adam and Eve]] can [[petition]] the [[Master Son|Sovereign]] [[Creator Son]] for release from [[planetary]] [[duties]] in order to begin their [[Paradise]] [[ascent]]; or they can remain on the [[planet]] as directors of the newly appearing order of increasingly [[spiritual]] [[society]] [[composed]] of advanced [[mortals]] striving to [[comprehend]] the [[philosophic]] teachings of the [[finaliters]] portrayed by the [[Brilliant Evening Stars]], who are now assigned to these worlds to [[collaborate]] in pairs with the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_28#28:3._THE_SECONAPHIM seconaphim] from the [[headquarters]] of the [[superuniverse]].

55:4.16 The [[finaliters]] are chiefly engaged in [[initiating]] the new and supermaterial [[activities]] of [[society]]—[[social]], [[cultural]], [[philosophic]], [[cosmic]], and [[spiritual]]. As far as we can [[discern]], they will continue this [[ministry]] far into the seventh [[epoch]] of [[evolutionary]] [[stability]], when, possibly, they may go forth to minister in [[outer space]]; whereupon we conjecture their places may be taken by [[absonite]] [[beings]] from [[Paradise]].

55:4.16 The [[finaliters]] are chiefly engaged in [[initiating]] the new and supermaterial [[activities]] of [[society]]—[[social]], [[cultural]], [[philosophic]], [[cosmic]], and [[spiritual]]. As far as we can [[discern]], they will continue this [[ministry]] far into the seventh [[epoch]] of [[evolutionary]] [[stability]], when, possibly, they may go forth to minister in [[outer space]]; whereupon we conjecture their places may be taken by [[absonite]] [[beings]] from [[Paradise]].

55:4.17 5. ''The fifth stage of light and life''. The readjustments of this [[stage]] of settled existence pertain almost entirely to the [[physical]] [[domains]] and are of primary concern to the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_29#29:4._THE_MASTER_PHYSICAL_CONTROLLERS Master Physical Controllers].

55:4.17 5. ''The fifth stage of light and life''. The readjustments of this [[stage]] of settled existence pertain almost entirely to the [[physical]] [[domains]] and are of primary concern to the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_29#29:4._THE_MASTER_PHYSICAL_CONTROLLERS Master Physical Controllers].

55:4.18 6. ''The sixth stage of light and life'' [[witnesses]] the [[development]] of new [[functions]] of the [[mind]] [[circuits]] of the realm. [[Cosmic]] [[wisdom]] seems to become [[constitutive]] in the [[universe]] [[ministry]] of [[mind]].

55:4.18 6. ''The sixth stage of light and life'' [[witnesses]] the [[development]] of new [[functions]] of the [[mind]] [[circuits]] of the realm. [[Cosmic]] [[wisdom]] seems to become [[constitutive]] in the [[universe]] [[ministry]] of [[mind]].

55:4.19 7. ''The seventh stage of light and life''. Early in the seventh [[epoch]] the [[Trinity Teacher Son|Trinity Teacher]] [[counselor]] of the [[Planetary Sovereign]] is joined by a [[volunteer]] adviser sent by the [[Ancients of Days]], and later on they will be [[augmented]] by a third counselor coming from the [[superuniverse]] [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_17#17:1._THE_SEVEN_SUPREME_EXECUTIVES Supreme Executive].

55:4.19 7. ''The seventh stage of light and life''. Early in the seventh [[epoch]] the [[Trinity Teacher Son|Trinity Teacher]] [[counselor]] of the [[Planetary Sovereign]] is joined by a [[volunteer]] adviser sent by the [[Ancients of Days]], and later on they will be [[augmented]] by a third counselor coming from the [[superuniverse]] [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_17#17:1._THE_SEVEN_SUPREME_EXECUTIVES Supreme Executive].

55:4.20 During this [[epoch]], if not before, [[Adam and Eve]] are always relieved of [[planetary]] [[duties]]. If there is a [[Material Son]] in the [[finaliter]] corps, he may become [[associated]] with the [[mortal]] [[chief executive]], and sometimes it is a [[Melchizedek]] who [[volunteers]] to [[function]] in this [[capacity]]. If a [[midwayer]] is among the [[finaliters]], all of that order remaining on the [[planet]] are immediately released.

55:4.20 During this [[epoch]], if not before, [[Adam and Eve]] are always relieved of [[planetary]] [[duties]]. If there is a [[Material Son]] in the [[finaliter]] corps, he may become [[associated]] with the [[mortal]] [[chief executive]], and sometimes it is a [[Melchizedek]] who [[volunteers]] to [[function]] in this [[capacity]]. If a [[midwayer]] is among the [[finaliters]], all of that order remaining on the [[planet]] are immediately released.

55:6.2 On [[Urantia]], and as you are, you can have little [[appreciation]] of the advanced [[status]] and [[progressive]] [[nature]] of the [[enlightened]] [[races]] of these [[perfected]] worlds. These people are the flowering of the [[evolutionary]] [[races]]. But such [[beings]] are still [[mortal]]; they continue to [[breathe]], eat, [[sleep]], and drink. This great [[evolution]] is not [[heaven]], but it is a [[sublime]] [[foreshadowing]] of the [[divine]] worlds of the [[Paradise]] [[ascent]].

55:6.2 On [[Urantia]], and as you are, you can have little [[appreciation]] of the advanced [[status]] and [[progressive]] [[nature]] of the [[enlightened]] [[races]] of these [[perfected]] worlds. These people are the flowering of the [[evolutionary]] [[races]]. But such [[beings]] are still [[mortal]]; they continue to [[breathe]], eat, [[sleep]], and drink. This great [[evolution]] is not [[heaven]], but it is a [[sublime]] [[foreshadowing]] of the [[divine]] worlds of the [[Paradise]] [[ascent]].

55:6.3 On a [[normal]] world the [[biologic]] fitness of the [[mortal]] [[race]] was long since brought up to a high level during the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_52#52:3._POST-ADAMIC_MAN post-Adamic epochs]; and now, from age to age throughout the settled eras the [[physical]] [[evolution]] of [[man]] continues. Both [[vision]] and [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Senses#Audition hearing] are extended. By now the [[population]] has become stationary in numbers. [[Reproduction]] is regulated in [[accordance]] with [[planetary]] requirements and [[innate]] [[hereditary]] [[endowments]]: The [[mortals]] on a [[planet]] during this [[age]] are divided into from five to ten groups, and the lower [[groups]] are permitted to produce only one half as many [[children]] as the higher. The continued improvement of such a [[magnificent]] [[race]] throughout the era of [[light and life]] is largely a matter of the selective [[reproduction]] of those racial strains which exhibit superior [[qualities]] of a [[social]], [[philosophic]], [[cosmic]], and [[spiritual]] [[nature]].

55:6.3 On a [[normal]] world the [[biologic]] fitness of the [[mortal]] [[race]] was long since brought up to a high level during the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_52#52:3._POST-ADAMIC_MAN post-Adamic epochs]; and now, from age to age throughout the settled eras the [[physical]] [[evolution]] of [[man]] continues. Both [[vision]] and [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Senses#Audition hearing] are extended. By now the [[population]] has become stationary in numbers. [[Reproduction]] is regulated in [[accordance]] with [[planetary]] requirements and [[innate]] [[hereditary]] [[endowments]]: The [[mortals]] on a [[planet]] during this [[age]] are divided into from five to ten groups, and the lower [[groups]] are permitted to produce only one half as many [[children]] as the higher. The continued improvement of such a [[magnificent]] [[race]] throughout the era of [[light and life]] is largely a matter of the selective [[reproduction]] of those racial strains which exhibit superior [[qualities]] of a [[social]], [[philosophic]], [[cosmic]], and [[spiritual]] [[nature]].

55:6.4 The [[Adjusters]] continue to come as in former [[evolutionary]] eras, and as the [[epochs]] pass, these [[mortals]] are increasingly able to [[commune]] with the indwelling [[Father fragment]]. During the [[embryonic]] and prespiritual [[stages]] of [[development]] the [[adjutant mind-spirits]] are still [[functioning]]. The [[Holy Spirit]] and the [[ministry]] of [[angels]] are even more [[effective]] as the [[successive]] [[epochs]] of settled life are [[experienced]]. In the fourth stage of [[light and life]] the advanced [[mortals]] seem to [[experience]] considerable [[conscious]] [[contact]] with the [[spirit]] [[presence]] of the [[Master Spirit]] of [[superuniverse]] [[jurisdiction]], while the [[philosophy]] of such a world is [[focused]] upon the attempt to [[comprehend]] the new [[revelations]] of [[God the Supreme]]. More than one half of the human [[inhabitants]] on [[planets]] of this advanced [[status]] [[experience]] [[translation]] to the [[morontia]] [[state]] from among the living. Even so, "old things are passing away; behold, all things are becoming new."[http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=2nd_Letter_of_Paul_to_the_Corinthians#2nd_Letter_of_Paul_to_the_Corinthians.2C_V]

55:6.4 The [[Adjusters]] continue to come as in former [[evolutionary]] eras, and as the [[epochs]] pass, these [[mortals]] are increasingly able to [[commune]] with the indwelling [[Father fragment]]. During the [[embryonic]] and prespiritual [[stages]] of [[development]] the [[adjutant mind-spirits]] are still [[functioning]]. The [[Holy Spirit]] and the [[ministry]] of [[angels]] are even more [[effective]] as the [[successive]] [[epochs]] of settled life are [[experienced]]. In the fourth stage of [[light and life]] the advanced [[mortals]] seem to [[experience]] considerable [[conscious]] [[contact]] with the [[spirit]] [[presence]] of the [[Master Spirit]] of [[superuniverse]] [[jurisdiction]], while the [[philosophy]] of such a world is [[focused]] upon the attempt to [[comprehend]] the new [[revelations]] of [[God the Supreme]]. More than one half of the human [[inhabitants]] on [[planets]] of this advanced [[status]] [[experience]] [[translation]] to the [[morontia]] [[state]] from among the living. Even so, "old things are passing away; behold, all things are becoming new."[https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=2nd_Letter_of_Paul_to_the_Corinthians#2nd_Letter_of_Paul_to_the_Corinthians.2C_V]

55:6.5 We [[conceive]] that [[physical]] [[evolution]] will have [[attained]] its full [[development]] by the end of the fifth epoch of the [[light-and-life]] era. We [[observe]] that the upper [[limits]] of [[spiritual]] [[development]] [[associated]] with [[evolving]] [[human]] [[mind]] are determined by the [[Adjuster]]-[[fusion]] level of conjoint [[morontia]] [[values]] and [[cosmic]] [[meanings]]. But concerning [[wisdom]]: While we do not really know, we conjecture that there can never be a [[limit]] to [[intellectual]] [[evolution]] and the [[attainment]] of [[wisdom]]. On a seventh-stage world, [[wisdom]] can exhaust the [[material]] [[potentials]], enter upon [[mota]] [[insight]], and [[eventually]] even [[taste]] of [[absonite]] grandeur.

55:6.5 We [[conceive]] that [[physical]] [[evolution]] will have [[attained]] its full [[development]] by the end of the fifth epoch of the [[light-and-life]] era. We [[observe]] that the upper [[limits]] of [[spiritual]] [[development]] [[associated]] with [[evolving]] [[human]] [[mind]] are determined by the [[Adjuster]]-[[fusion]] level of conjoint [[morontia]] [[values]] and [[cosmic]] [[meanings]]. But concerning [[wisdom]]: While we do not really know, we conjecture that there can never be a [[limit]] to [[intellectual]] [[evolution]] and the [[attainment]] of [[wisdom]]. On a seventh-stage world, [[wisdom]] can exhaust the [[material]] [[potentials]], enter upon [[mota]] [[insight]], and [[eventually]] even [[taste]] of [[absonite]] grandeur.

==55:8. THE SECOND OR SYSTEM STAGE==  

==55:8. THE SECOND OR SYSTEM STAGE==  

55:8.1 When an entire [[the System|system]] becomes settled in life, a new order of [[government]] is [[inaugurated]]. The [[Planetary Sovereign]]s become members of the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_45#45:2._THE_SYSTEM_SOVEREIGN system conclave (45.2:5)], and this new [[administrative]] [[body]], subject to the [[veto]] of the [[Constellation Fathers]], is supreme in [[authority]]. Such a system of [[inhabited worlds]] becomes [[virtually]] [[self-governing]]. The system [[legislative]] assembly is [[constituted]] on the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_46 headquarters world], and each [[planet]] sends its ten [[representatives]] thereto. [[Courts]] are now [[established]] on the [[system capitals]], and only [[appeals]] are taken to the [[universe]] [[headquarters]].

55:8.1 When an entire [[the System|system]] becomes settled in life, a new order of [[government]] is [[inaugurated]]. The [[Planetary Sovereign]]s become members of the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_45#45:2._THE_SYSTEM_SOVEREIGN system conclave (45.2:5)], and this new [[administrative]] [[body]], subject to the [[veto]] of the [[Constellation Fathers]], is supreme in [[authority]]. Such a system of [[inhabited worlds]] becomes [[virtually]] [[self-governing]]. The system [[legislative]] assembly is [[constituted]] on the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_46 headquarters world], and each [[planet]] sends its ten [[representatives]] thereto. [[Courts]] are now [[established]] on the [[system capitals]], and only [[appeals]] are taken to the [[universe]] [[headquarters]].

55:8.2 With the settling of [[the system]] the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_24#24:5._THE_ASSIGNED_SENTINELS Assigned Sentinel], [[representative]] of the [[superuniverse]] [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_17#17:1._THE_SEVEN_SUPREME_EXECUTIVES Supreme Executive], becomes the [[volunteer]] adviser to [[the system]] supreme [[court]] and [[actual]] presiding officer of the new [[legislative]] assembly.

55:8.2 With the settling of [[the system]] the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_24#24:5._THE_ASSIGNED_SENTINELS Assigned Sentinel], [[representative]] of the [[superuniverse]] [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_17#17:1._THE_SEVEN_SUPREME_EXECUTIVES Supreme Executive], becomes the [[volunteer]] adviser to [[the system]] supreme [[court]] and [[actual]] presiding officer of the new [[legislative]] assembly.

55:8.3 After the settling of an entire system in [[light and life]] the [[System Sovereign]]s will no more come and go. Such a [[System Sovereign|sovereign]] remains [[perpetually]] at the head of his system. The [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_45#45:3._THE_SYSTEM_GOVERNMENT assistant sovereigns] continue to [[change]] as in [[former]] [[ages]].

55:8.3 After the settling of an entire system in [[light and life]] the [[System Sovereign]]s will no more come and go. Such a [[System Sovereign|sovereign]] remains [[perpetually]] at the head of his system. The [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_45#45:3._THE_SYSTEM_GOVERNMENT assistant sovereigns] continue to [[change]] as in [[former]] [[ages]].

55:8.4 During this [[epoch]] of [[stabilization]], for the first time [[midsoniters]] come from the [[universe]] [[headquarters]] worlds of their [[sojourn]] to [[act]] as [[counselors]] to the [[legislative]] assemblies and [[advisers]] to the adjudicational [[tribunals]]. These [[midsoniters]] also carry on certain [[efforts]] to inculcate new [[mota]] [[meanings]] of supreme [[value]] into the [[teaching]] [[enterprises]] which they sponsor jointly with the [[finaliters]]. What the [[Material Sons]] did for the [[mortal]] [[races]] [[biologically]], the [[midsonite]] [[creatures]] now do for these [[unified]] and [[glorified]] [[humans]] in the ever-[[advancing]] realms of [[philosophy]] and [[spiritualized]] [[thinking]].

55:8.4 During this [[epoch]] of [[stabilization]], for the first time [[midsoniters]] come from the [[universe]] [[headquarters]] worlds of their [[sojourn]] to [[act]] as [[counselors]] to the [[legislative]] assemblies and [[advisers]] to the adjudicational [[tribunals]]. These [[midsoniters]] also carry on certain [[efforts]] to inculcate new [[mota]] [[meanings]] of supreme [[value]] into the [[teaching]] [[enterprises]] which they sponsor jointly with the [[finaliters]]. What the [[Material Sons]] did for the [[mortal]] [[races]] [[biologically]], the [[midsonite]] [[creatures]] now do for these [[unified]] and [[glorified]] [[humans]] in the ever-[[advancing]] realms of [[philosophy]] and [[spiritualized]] [[thinking]].

==55:9. THE THIRD OR CONSTELLATION STAGE==

==55:9. THE THIRD OR CONSTELLATION STAGE==

55:9.1 The [[unification]] of a whole [[constellation]] of settled [[the System|systems]] is attended by new [[distributions]] of [[executive]] [[authority]] and additional readjustments of [[universe]] [[administration]]. This [[epoch]] [[witnesses]] advanced [[attainment]] on every [[inhabited world]] but is particularly characterized by readjustments on the [[constellation]] [[headquarters]], with marked [[modification]] of [[relationships]] with both [[the system]] supervision and the [[local universe]] [[government]]. During this age many [[constellation]] and [[universe]] [[activities]] are transferred to the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_46 system capitals], and the [[representatives]] of the [[superuniverse]] [[assume]] new and more [[intimate]] [[relations]] with the [[planetary]], [[the System|system]], and [[universe]] rulers. Concomitant with these new [[associations]], certain [[superuniverse]] [[administrators]] establish themselves on the [[constellation]] [[capitals]] as [[volunteer]] [[advisers]] to the [[Most High Fathers]].

55:9.1 The [[unification]] of a whole [[constellation]] of settled [[the System|systems]] is attended by new [[distributions]] of [[executive]] [[authority]] and additional readjustments of [[universe]] [[administration]]. This [[epoch]] [[witnesses]] advanced [[attainment]] on every [[inhabited world]] but is particularly characterized by readjustments on the [[constellation]] [[headquarters]], with marked [[modification]] of [[relationships]] with both [[the system]] supervision and the [[local universe]] [[government]]. During this age many [[constellation]] and [[universe]] [[activities]] are transferred to the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_46 system capitals], and the [[representatives]] of the [[superuniverse]] [[assume]] new and more [[intimate]] [[relations]] with the [[planetary]], [[the System|system]], and [[universe]] rulers. Concomitant with these new [[associations]], certain [[superuniverse]] [[administrators]] establish themselves on the [[constellation]] [[capitals]] as [[volunteer]] [[advisers]] to the [[Most High Fathers]].

55:9.2 When a [[constellation]] is thus settled in light, the [[legislative]] [[function]] ceases, and the house of [[System Sovereign]]s, presided over by the [[Most Highs]], functions instead. Now, for the first time, such [[administrative]] [[groups]] deal directly with the [[superuniverse]] [[government]] in matters pertaining to [[Havona]] and [[Paradise]] [[relationships]]. Otherwise the [[constellation]] remains [[related]] to the [[local universe]] as before. From [[stage]] to stage in the settled life the [[univitatia]] continue to [[administer]] the [[constellation]] [[morontia]] worlds.

55:9.2 When a [[constellation]] is thus settled in light, the [[legislative]] [[function]] ceases, and the house of [[System Sovereign]]s, presided over by the [[Most Highs]], functions instead. Now, for the first time, such [[administrative]] [[groups]] deal directly with the [[superuniverse]] [[government]] in matters pertaining to [[Havona]] and [[Paradise]] [[relationships]]. Otherwise the [[constellation]] remains [[related]] to the [[local universe]] as before. From [[stage]] to stage in the settled life the [[univitatia]] continue to [[administer]] the [[constellation]] [[morontia]] worlds.

55:10.2 The [[universe]] [[administration]], as far as concerns [[Gabriel]] and the [[Father Melchizedek]], is quite unchanged. This [[council]] of unlimited [[authority]] is chiefly concerned with the new [[problems]] and the new conditions arising out of the [[advanced]] [[status]] of [[light and life]].

55:10.2 The [[universe]] [[administration]], as far as concerns [[Gabriel]] and the [[Father Melchizedek]], is quite unchanged. This [[council]] of unlimited [[authority]] is chiefly concerned with the new [[problems]] and the new conditions arising out of the [[advanced]] [[status]] of [[light and life]].

55:10.3 The [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_24#24:4._THE_ASSOCIATE_INSPECTORS Associate Inspector] now mobilizes all [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_24#24:5._THE_ASSIGNED_SENTINELS Assigned Sentinels] to [[constitute]] the [[stabilization]] corps of the [[local universe]] and asks the [[Father Melchizedek]] to share its supervision with him. And now, for the first time, a corps of the [[Inspired Trinity Spirits]] are assigned to the [[service]] of the [[Union of Days]].

55:10.3 The [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_24#24:4._THE_ASSOCIATE_INSPECTORS Associate Inspector] now mobilizes all [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_24#24:5._THE_ASSIGNED_SENTINELS Assigned Sentinels] to [[constitute]] the [[stabilization]] corps of the [[local universe]] and asks the [[Father Melchizedek]] to share its supervision with him. And now, for the first time, a corps of the [[Inspired Trinity Spirits]] are assigned to the [[service]] of the [[Union of Days]].

55:10.4 The settling of an entire [[local universe]] in [[light and life]] [[inaugurates]] [[profound]] readjustments in the entire [[scheme]] of [[administration]], from the [[individual]] [[inhabited worlds]] to the [[universe]] [[headquarters]]. New [[relationships]] extend down to the [[constellations]] and [[the System|systems]]. The [[local universe]] [[Mother Spirit]] [[experiences]] new [[liaison]] [[relations]] with the [[Master Spirit]] of the [[superuniverse]], and [[Gabriel]] [[establishes]] direct [[contact]] with the [[Ancients of Days]] to be [[effective]] when and as the [[Master Son]] may be absent from the [[headquarters]] world.

55:10.4 The settling of an entire [[local universe]] in [[light and life]] [[inaugurates]] [[profound]] readjustments in the entire [[scheme]] of [[administration]], from the [[individual]] [[inhabited worlds]] to the [[universe]] [[headquarters]]. New [[relationships]] extend down to the [[constellations]] and [[the System|systems]]. The [[local universe]] [[Mother Spirit]] [[experiences]] new [[liaison]] [[relations]] with the [[Master Spirit]] of the [[superuniverse]], and [[Gabriel]] [[establishes]] direct [[contact]] with the [[Ancients of Days]] to be [[effective]] when and as the [[Master Son]] may be absent from the [[headquarters]] world.

55:10.9 [[Speculation]] concerning the [[function]] of these [[Creator Sons]] in [[connection]] with the [[outer universes]] now in [[process]] of preliminary assembly is wholly futile. But we all [[engage]] in such postulations from [[time]] to time. On [[attaining]] this fourth stage of [[development]] the [[Creator Son]] becomes [[administratively]] [[free]]; the [[Divine Minister]] is [[progressively]] blending her [[ministry]] with that of the [[superuniverse]] [[Master Spirit]] and the [[Infinite Spirit]]. There seems to be [[evolving]] a new and [[sublime]] relationship between the [[Creator Son]], the [[Creative Spirit]], the [[Evening Stars]], the [[Teacher Sons]], and the ever-increasing [[finaliter]] corps.

55:10.9 [[Speculation]] concerning the [[function]] of these [[Creator Sons]] in [[connection]] with the [[outer universes]] now in [[process]] of preliminary assembly is wholly futile. But we all [[engage]] in such postulations from [[time]] to time. On [[attaining]] this fourth stage of [[development]] the [[Creator Son]] becomes [[administratively]] [[free]]; the [[Divine Minister]] is [[progressively]] blending her [[ministry]] with that of the [[superuniverse]] [[Master Spirit]] and the [[Infinite Spirit]]. There seems to be [[evolving]] a new and [[sublime]] relationship between the [[Creator Son]], the [[Creative Spirit]], the [[Evening Stars]], the [[Teacher Sons]], and the ever-increasing [[finaliter]] corps.

55:10.10 If [[Michael]] should ever leave [[Nebadon]], [[Gabriel]] would undoubtedly become chief [[administrator]] with the [[Father Melchizedek]] as his [[associate]]. At the same time new [[status]] would be imparted to all [[orders]] of [[permanent]] [[citizenship]], such as [[Material Sons]], [[univitatia]], [[midsoniters]], [[susatia]], and [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_40#40:9._SPIRIT-FUSED_MORTALS Spirit-fused mortals]. But as long as [[evolution]] continues, the [[seraphim]] and the [[archangels]] will be required in [[universe]] [[administration]].

55:10.10 If [[Michael]] should ever leave [[Nebadon]], [[Gabriel]] would undoubtedly become chief [[administrator]] with the [[Father Melchizedek]] as his [[associate]]. At the same time new [[status]] would be imparted to all [[orders]] of [[permanent]] [[citizenship]], such as [[Material Sons]], [[univitatia]], [[midsoniters]], [[susatia]], and [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_40#40:9._SPIRIT-FUSED_MORTALS Spirit-fused mortals]. But as long as [[evolution]] continues, the [[seraphim]] and the [[archangels]] will be required in [[universe]] [[administration]].

55:10.11 We are, however, [[satisfied]] regarding two features of our [[speculations]]: If the [[Creator Sons]] are [[destined]] to the [[outer universes]], the [[Divine Ministers]] will undoubtedly accompany them. We are [[equally]] sure that the [[Melchizedeks]] are to remain with the [[universes]] of their [[origin]]. We hold that the [[Melchizedeks]] are [[destined]] to play ever-increasingly [[responsible]] parts in [[local universe]] [[government]] and [[administration]].

55:10.11 We are, however, [[satisfied]] regarding two features of our [[speculations]]: If the [[Creator Sons]] are [[destined]] to the [[outer universes]], the [[Divine Ministers]] will undoubtedly accompany them. We are [[equally]] sure that the [[Melchizedeks]] are to remain with the [[universes]] of their [[origin]]. We hold that the [[Melchizedeks]] are [[destined]] to play ever-increasingly [[responsible]] parts in [[local universe]] [[government]] and [[administration]].

==55:11. THE MINOR AND MAJOR SECTOR STAGES==   

==55:11. THE MINOR AND MAJOR SECTOR STAGES==   

55:11.1 [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_15#15:13._THE_SECTOR_GOVERNMENTS Minor and major sectors] of the [[superuniverse]] do not figure directly in the [[plan]] of being settled in [[light and life]]. Such an [[evolutionary]] [[progression]] pertains primarily to the [[local universe]] as a [[unit]] and concerns only the components of a [[local universe]]. A [[superuniverse]] is settled in [[light and life]] when all of its component [[local universes]] are thus [[perfected]]. But not one of the [[seven superuniverses]] has [[attained]] a level of [[progression]] even approaching this.

55:11.1 [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_15#15:13._THE_SECTOR_GOVERNMENTS Minor and major sectors] of the [[superuniverse]] do not figure directly in the [[plan]] of being settled in [[light and life]]. Such an [[evolutionary]] [[progression]] pertains primarily to the [[local universe]] as a [[unit]] and concerns only the components of a [[local universe]]. A [[superuniverse]] is settled in [[light and life]] when all of its component [[local universes]] are thus [[perfected]]. But not one of the [[seven superuniverses]] has [[attained]] a level of [[progression]] even approaching this.

55:11.2 ''The minor sector age''. As far as [[observations]] can penetrate, the fifth or minor sector [[stage]] of [[stabilization]] has exclusively to do with [[physical]] [[status]] and with the [[co-ordinate]] settling of the one hundred [[associated]] [[local universes]] in the [[established]] [[circuits]] of the [[superuniverse]]. Apparently none but the [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_29#29:2._THE_SUPREME_POWER_CENTERS power centers] and their [[associates]] are concerned in these realignments of the [[material]] [[creation]].

55:11.2 ''The minor sector age''. As far as [[observations]] can penetrate, the fifth or minor sector [[stage]] of [[stabilization]] has exclusively to do with [[physical]] [[status]] and with the [[co-ordinate]] settling of the one hundred [[associated]] [[local universes]] in the [[established]] [[circuits]] of the [[superuniverse]]. Apparently none but the [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_29#29:2._THE_SUPREME_POWER_CENTERS power centers] and their [[associates]] are concerned in these realignments of the [[material]] [[creation]].

55:11.3 ''The major sector age''. Concerning the sixth [[stage]], or major sector [[stabilization]], we can only conjecture since none of us have [[witnessed]] such an [[event]]. Nevertheless, we can postulate much concerning the [[administrative]] and other [[readjustments]] which would [[probably]] accompany such an advanced [[status]] of [[inhabited worlds]] and their [[universe]] [[groupings]].

55:11.3 ''The major sector age''. Concerning the sixth [[stage]], or major sector [[stabilization]], we can only conjecture since none of us have [[witnessed]] such an [[event]]. Nevertheless, we can postulate much concerning the [[administrative]] and other [[readjustments]] which would [[probably]] accompany such an advanced [[status]] of [[inhabited worlds]] and their [[universe]] [[groupings]].

55:12.1 We cannot positively [[forecast]] what would occur when a [[superuniverse]] became settled in light because such an [[event]] has never factualized. From the [[teachings]] of the [[Melchizedeks]], which have never been [[contradicted]], we infer that sweeping [[changes]] would be made in the entire [[organization]] and [[administration]] of every [[unit]] of the [[creations]] of [[time and space]] extending from the [[inhabited worlds]] to the [[superuniverse]] [[headquarters]].

55:12.1 We cannot positively [[forecast]] what would occur when a [[superuniverse]] became settled in light because such an [[event]] has never factualized. From the [[teachings]] of the [[Melchizedeks]], which have never been [[contradicted]], we infer that sweeping [[changes]] would be made in the entire [[organization]] and [[administration]] of every [[unit]] of the [[creations]] of [[time and space]] extending from the [[inhabited worlds]] to the [[superuniverse]] [[headquarters]].

55:12.2 It is generally [[believed]] that large [[numbers]] of the otherwise unattached [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_22#22:8._THE_CREATURE-TRINITIZED_SONS creature-trinitized] sons are to be assembled on the [[headquarters]] and divisional [[capitals]] of the settled [[superuniverses]]. This may be in [[anticipation]] of the sometime arrival of [[outer-spacers]] on their way in to [[Havona]] and [[Paradise]]; but we really do not know.

55:12.2 It is generally [[believed]] that large [[numbers]] of the otherwise unattached [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_22#22:8._THE_CREATURE-TRINITIZED_SONS creature-trinitized] sons are to be assembled on the [[headquarters]] and divisional [[capitals]] of the settled [[superuniverses]]. This may be in [[anticipation]] of the sometime arrival of [[outer-spacers]] on their way in to [[Havona]] and [[Paradise]]; but we really do not know.

55:12.3 If and when a [[superuniverse]] should be settled in [[light and life]], we believe that the now advisory [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_15#15:10._RULERS_OF_THE_SUPERUNIVERSES Unqualified Supervisors of the Supreme] would become the high [[administrative]] [[body]] on the [[headquarters]] world of the [[superuniverse]]. These are the [[personalities]] who are able to [[contact]] directly with the [[absonite]] [[administrators]], who will forthwith become [[active]] in the settled [[superuniverse]]. Although these ''[http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_15#15:10._RULERS_OF_THE_SUPERUNIVERSES Unqualified Supervisors]'' have long [[functioned]] as advisers and [[counselors]] in advanced [[evolutionary]] [[units]] of [[creation]], they do not [[assume]] [[administrative]] [[responsibilities]] until the [[authority]] of the [[Supreme Being]] becomes [[sovereign]].

55:12.3 If and when a [[superuniverse]] should be settled in [[light and life]], we believe that the now advisory [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_15#15:10._RULERS_OF_THE_SUPERUNIVERSES Unqualified Supervisors of the Supreme] would become the high [[administrative]] [[body]] on the [[headquarters]] world of the [[superuniverse]]. These are the [[personalities]] who are able to [[contact]] directly with the [[absonite]] [[administrators]], who will forthwith become [[active]] in the settled [[superuniverse]]. Although these ''[https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_15#15:10._RULERS_OF_THE_SUPERUNIVERSES Unqualified Supervisors]'' have long [[functioned]] as advisers and [[counselors]] in advanced [[evolutionary]] [[units]] of [[creation]], they do not [[assume]] [[administrative]] [[responsibilities]] until the [[authority]] of the [[Supreme Being]] becomes [[sovereign]].

55:12.4 The [http://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_15#15:10._RULERS_OF_THE_SUPERUNIVERSES Unqualified Supervisors of the Supreme], who [[function]] more extensively during this [[epoch]], are not [[finite]], [[absonite]], [[ultimate]], or [[infinite]]; they are [[supremacy]] and only [[represent]] [[God the Supreme]]. They are the [[personalization]] of [[time-space]] [[supremacy]] and therefore do not [[function]] in [[Havona]]. They [[function]] only as [[supreme]] unifiers. They may possibly be involved in the [[technique]] of [[universe]] [[reflectivity]], but we are not certain.

55:12.4 The [https://nordan.daynal.org/wiki/index.php?title=Paper_15#15:10._RULERS_OF_THE_SUPERUNIVERSES Unqualified Supervisors of the Supreme], who [[function]] more extensively during this [[epoch]], are not [[finite]], [[absonite]], [[ultimate]], or [[infinite]]; they are [[supremacy]] and only [[represent]] [[God the Supreme]]. They are the [[personalization]] of [[time-space]] [[supremacy]] and therefore do not [[function]] in [[Havona]]. They [[function]] only as [[supreme]] unifiers. They may possibly be involved in the [[technique]] of [[universe]] [[reflectivity]], but we are not certain.

55:12.5 None of us [[entertain]] a [[satisfactory]] [[concept]] of what will happen when the [[grand universe]] (the [[seven superuniverses]] as dependent on [[Havona]]) becomes entirely settled in [[light and life]]. That [[event]] will undoubtedly be the most [[profound]] occurrence in the annals of [[eternity]] since the [[appearance]] of the [[central universe]]. There are those who hold that the [[Supreme Being]] himself will [[emerge]] from the [[Havona]] [[mystery]] enshrouding his [[spirit]] [[person]] and will become [[residential]] on the [[headquarters]] of the [[Orvonton|seventh superuniverse]] as the almighty and [[experiential]] [[sovereign]] of the [[perfected]] [[creations]] of [[time and space]]. But we really do not know.

55:12.5 None of us [[entertain]] a [[satisfactory]] [[concept]] of what will happen when the [[grand universe]] (the [[seven superuniverses]] as dependent on [[Havona]]) becomes entirely settled in [[light and life]]. That [[event]] will undoubtedly be the most [[profound]] occurrence in the annals of [[eternity]] since the [[appearance]] of the [[central universe]]. There are those who hold that the [[Supreme Being]] himself will [[emerge]] from the [[Havona]] [[mystery]] enshrouding his [[spirit]] [[person]] and will become [[residential]] on the [[headquarters]] of the [[Orvonton|seventh superuniverse]] as the almighty and [[experiential]] [[sovereign]] of the [[perfected]] [[creations]] of [[time and space]]. But we really do not know.

55:12.6 Presented by a [[Mighty Messenger]] temporarily assigned to the [[Archangel]] [[Council]] on [[Urantia]].

55:12.6 Presented by a [[Mighty Messenger]] temporarily assigned to the [[Archangel]] [[Council]] on [[Urantia]].

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