Inner Measure, Outer Reality
Proverbs 20:10 - A Neville Goddard interpretation
Read Proverbs 20 in context
Scripture Focus
Biblical Context
The verse condemns unequal weights and measures in trade, calling such deceit an abomination to the LORD. It points to an inner standard of fairness that must govern all outward dealings.
Neville's Inner Vision
To Neville, 'divers weights' is not just coins; it is a divided state of consciousness. If I say one thing is worth more in my mind, but act as if another is true, I am living with two laws. The verse asks me to align the inner and outer—one measure, one truth—so there is no inner contradiction reflected in the world. In his view, God is the I AM within, the awareness that names and weighs reality. Every transaction is a spiritual decision, a declaration of what I accept as real. If I want honest business to be natural, I must assume that the inner man now weighs all things with equal measure. I revise any belief that some people are priced differently in my heart, and I feel it real by dwelling in the certainty of fair exchange. When the inner measure is single, the outer life follows with integrity, and abomination dissolves into harmony.
Practice This Now
Imaginative act: In a moment of quiet, declare, 'I am the I AM; my consciousness uses one measure for all dealings.' Then vividly imagine a receipt with equal weights, every item priced justly, and feel the relief of fair, harmonious exchange.
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