Theos-Talk Archives (July 1998 Message tt00234)

In a message dated 7/31/98 9:07:26 AM, you wrote:

<<My point here, too-long belabored, is how do we tell the false teacher
who wraps him or herself in the outward trappings of "legitimate" esoteric
teachings [whatever that may be], and claims to be a "further revelation" of
this line, from the charlatan, who founds his own school with  familiar but
false teachings?>>

This is a great question.  If sincere people can be mistaken, then can't
anyone be mistaken?  How do you know if you really *know* or just think you
know?  Does anyone have advice on developing discernment?  (Is studying the
ancient wisdom thoroughly enough?)  I use my own judgment, but would be
interested in hearing how other people handle this question in their own
lives.  I see an awful lot of sincere fanaticism in the world, wreaking havoc.
Christine