“…The Sophia is seen as being expressed in all creation and the natural world as well as, for some of the Christian mystics mentioned above, integral to the spiritual well-being of humankind, the church, and the cosmos. The Virgin is seen as outside creation but compassionately interceding on behalf of humanity to alleviate its suffering by illuminating true spiritual seekers with wisdom and the love of God…”
Wikipedia has more to say on the subject, or we can just sum most of it up to say that Sophia is synonymous with Wisdom.
And that Wisdom is not necessarily knowledge gained from lessons and learning and getting an A on a project, but rather a spontaneous understanding, an ‘aha’ that takes you to a place of insight that you wouldn’t necessarily arrive at by beating your forehead bloody against the wall…like I’ve been doing the last few weeks.
What has always worked for me so well in the past, has completely failed me now. What usually happens is this; a problem/issue comes up and I brainstorm it endlessly, process it ad nauseum with everyone who will listen, and then, after deciding on the right path, I get out the bulldozer (that others might more kindly call my personality) and heave-ho! I huff and I puff until I’ve pushed and shoved and made it happen. Dammit cuz that’s what I DO… Quel est le probleme?
But I’m officially in my 50s now and bulldozing isn’t working so hot. At least not on this issue.
And so I am sitting. Sometimes I’m talking to friends, but more often, I’m not. I’m sitting with this thing that I cannot bulldoze.
This thing that I do not know how to handle. This thing that is part grief and part helplessness and part unknowing.
And I’m waiting for Sophia. I am asking for some wisdom please. I am trying to be patient so I will hear her enter. I’m guessing she’s rather ephemeral and soft, but maybe, just maybe, if I sit very still I’ll hear the rustle of the feathers on her draping wings.
I’m calling you Sophia. Are you out there?
Have you tried connecting with your higher self. Sophia is incarnated in the present world. You can communicate through your subconscious mind. The communication will be like images or thoughts. But to receive you have to solely be in the moment.
Thanks Marie.
Oh I am sorry!! I didn’t realize the need to stay in your comfort zone. Says he to the woman who travels to the far reaches of the Globe that only exist as destinations to those who love being outside their comfort zone.
But you are correct, this stuff is only easy for others who think they could deal with it on your behalf.
Struggle on sister!! I am behind you cheering you on!!
Mr. Bruce, did I detect a hint of sarcasm there? Just a wee amount? Perhaps even a fitting amount?
Point taken…I’m trying to be okay with the uncomfortableness of this new state. It helps to have your cheering section:)
My Dad’s most quoted Bible verse; ” and it came to pass” . He loved that line!! With 6 kids I am sure it was with good reason.
My experience is most times the same problem arises for me when I don’t like the answer I am getting. Sometimes you just have to let go. Easy said. Hard to do!!
Letting go… There’s a thought. I’m working on it…doesn’t come natural 🙂
I can sure hear the desperation in your “voice.” I wish I had the answers – I hope they’ve come to you in some way or other.
Becca, the answer seems to be the one I was told a long time ago…to just ‘be with the question’. So. I’m just hanging in the question and trying to be okay with that.
“The art of being wise is the art of knowing what to overlook.” Willaim James.
“When nothing is done, nothing is left undone.” Tao Te Ching #48.
Ahhh…my wise friend. Those are very worthy quotes. Thank you for that.
Oh, dear, Colleen, this makes me want to give you a hug. I’m sending positive energy your way, instead.
Got it. Thanks for the good energy. Don’t you just love the expression that, ‘This too shall pass.’ ?