It Is Both 'either Or'and'neither Nor'. Comments

Excellent articulation on higher powers and the human BEing. Favorite Lines: 'The paradox in a mystical experience extends to the creations of conditions conducive to the ultimate experience.' 'it is not a matter of theology of light or darkness, ' Thank you for this unique write!

Yes, Tony—control does not lie with us. These moments, as I experience them, are gifts of grace. As St. Paul points out in 1 Corinthians (chapter 1 or 2) in these matters we have no basis to boast. -Glen P.S. Your mention of the Cloud of Unknowing brings this to mind—did I ever mention that my favorite mystic is Walter Hilton? He wrote the Scale (also translated the Ladder) of Perfection. -G

Time, hope age and ill health bring the want for the presence of God. Thank you and may you be healing.