"The Children of the Law of One &
the Lost Teachings of Atlantis"

by John Peniel

Our Pick for "Book of the Year"

Typical "Cayce Books", rather than "related" books, are heavier on quotes from the readings, but are usually far outweighed by commentary and a lot of interpretation by the authors to "explain to you what Cayce meant" in his quotes. 

But even though this is "just" an Edgar Cayce related book, I can't say enough about it (which you'll be able to tell by my review). It's the most exciting thing I've ever read.

And contrary to having someone "try and interpret and explain" the readings, once you're done with this book, you will understand and be able to interpret them yourself. Many people have commented that this book "clarified" the Cayce readings for them, and changed their lives.

It substantiates all the revelations and realizations I've had while reading the Cayce material, and offered far more information, and a step-by-step guide to making the necessary spiritual changes we must complete very soon. 

Many other people feel the same, and love the book. We just heard from a Cayce study group who thanked us for recommending it. They said after reading it, that their inner voice resonates so strongly with its truths and teachings, that they are certain the author is the spiritual messenger prophesied by Cayce as being so important, especially in these times.

An ancient spiritual tradition called The Children of the Law of One, was frequently mentioned in the Edgar Cayce readings.

Early in the book, the author talks about how he discovered an isolated monastery in Tibet. Finding a monastery in Tibet isn't really "earth shaking" in and of itself.  But this was a hidden, secret monastery that traced its lineage to Egypt, and prior to that, Atlantis. Now that's earth shaking. 

In fact, it's almost unbelievable when you first think about it.  For one, it's hard to believe that any place on Earth could remain totally isolated and hidden for thousands of years, and especially in the 20th century. But a recent discovery by National Geographic of a lush, warm, sub-tropical valley amidst the stark and frigid Himalayas of Tibet, prove otherwise.

This area remained untouched and undiscovered until the winter of '98/'99 -  it didn't even show on satellite surveillance photos. But it was no secret to the still living monks of the Children of the Law of One. And it was forbidden for even Tibetan Buddhist monks, let alone outsiders, to travel to that area.

But John Peniel received a mysterious "invitation" of sorts & directions to it, just prior to committing suicide (explained in the book).  After arriving at the monastery, the author became a novice monk, spending years learning their ways and ancient secrets. What he learned there, is what the book focuses on, and passes on to you and I. If your inner voice is like mine, inner "bells of truth" will be ringing off the hook.

His story makes for very fascinating reading for most people, yet it is simultaneously deep and profound.  Basically, the teachings of this monastery were simply to be kind (rather than to follow any dogma), and to personally find, experience, and achieve harmony and oneness with God. 

The book's cover implies that the monastery and the community surrounding it, were the source of the legends of Shangri-La & Shambhala. After reading about the lifestyle of kindness, compassion, harmlessness, love and civility of the people living there, I believe it is the paradise described as Shangri la.

While it touches upon the mysterious archeology, ancient ruins and lost civilizations, that's not what the book is about. It is about who we are, where we went wrong and got separated from God, and how to get back to Oneness with the Universal Spirit/God

According to Cayce, the Children of the Law of One are the world's first spiritual order. And never once in the readings does he say it ever ceased to exist. In fact, some readings indicate that they are not only alive now, but will play an important role in the future, and opening the "hall of records". 

While no longer directly associated with Buddhism, Christianity & Judaism (and many more, including traditional, eastern, and alternative religions), the book details how those of the Law of One were their forefathers, and the founders of monasteries around the world before modern recorded history.

The book is primarily the story of one man's inner journey of personal discovery, and his challenges & changes over time. But the teachings he encountered, and the texts he studied in their ancient library, open many doors. 

The book thus touches upon, and elaborates on, a wide range of subjects mentioned in (or suggested by) the Cayce readings. 

These include such diverse things as: Universal Laws; Using and interpreting dreams; Death and the near death experience; The battle between Atlantis and Lemuria; The nature of the Universe and a fascinating story of our creation;  The true builders of the Great Pyramid, the properties of pyramids and the secrets of the Sphinx;....

....The Universal Spirit/ God, and the oldest known name of God that is actually a key to understanding the creation of all life - the Universe itself - which is what is really meant in Genesis as the word of God, and God being the word; The story of half animal/half human creatures Cayce called the "things"; Philosophy; Esoteric metaphysics, the function of crystals, energy and vibration;....

.....Soulmates; Spiritual teachers and how to tell if they're real; The negative programming of the subconscious mind and how to reprogram it positively yourself; Psychic development, auras, prophecy, and predictions; The Dead Sea Scrolls and the Essenes; The new age and channeling; Diet and the real pros and cons of being a vegetarian;....

.....Karma, reincarnation and past lives; The ancient records from the beginning of time to the end of the present; Earth changes, pole shifts and survival; Christ consciousness and oneness with the Universe; The history of Jesus & Thoth; Yoga & Zen; The secrets of Mt. Shasta; St. Germaine, alchemy and ancient races. 

You name it, it's here. It even includes a great self help program with meditations and affirmations used by the ancient spiritual tradition which can still be used to help improve your life.

As you can see, this book is far more in depth than Plato's description of Atlantis.

Atlantis was "famous" for color/sound healing, which is also dealt with, along with "do it yourself" methods of reprogramming your own subconscious mind utilizing such technology that is available NOW. The book actually details a "self-help program" using Atlantean Vibrational Sounds! You can even get a CD or tape of these sounds, use them to induce a higher state of consciousness, and modify your own subconscious programming anyway you wish. Wow!

The history, philosophy and spirituality written about in this book are not only clearly compatible with the Edgar Cayce readings, but give them new life and clarity. It is quite exciting to read about this living group of people who were referred to in the Cayce readings - especially one that goes back to the days of Atlantis. The story also fills in some gaps in the readings, adds new information, and brings us up to date.

Recently, I made a startling discovery in the readings that seems to refer to the author of this book, and the teachings he makes public in it. In searching the Cayce CD ROM about "Law of One", prophecy, the future, and in particular, the year '98, I found a fascinating reading. On January 19, 1934, Edgar Cayce gave a reading (#3976-15), which seems to make reference to the appearance of this author/teacher, and the teachings he brings.

It is an unusual reading, one I urge you to read yourself. Another being, someone named Halaliel, seems to be speaking through Cayce. This may mean nothing, but I noticed that the last part of the name Halaliel sounds phonetically similar to names of arc-angels (like Gabriel, Raphael, Michael). Anyway, the reading discusses Earth Changes, the time period of '58 to '98 "when His light would again be seen in the sky", and the coming of a special teacher or messenger of God. If you've read Cayce, you know how cryptic the readings can be sometimes, and you'll have to interpret this one for yourself. But best as I can interpret, Cayce/Halaliel is saying this person, who was yet to be born, was one of a group of spiritual beings present in spirit at the time of the reading. He says if you knew who was present, you would recognize some names, and be in awe. This yet to be born being is referred to as one of "them" (Halaliel's group? The spiritual beings present?), and said to be known as a member of a sect or group (the Children of the Law of One?). The reading says that the person's name, will be John Peniel (another angel-like name), and that people from a land who have had physical, mental, and spiritual regeneration, will proclaim that Peniel is giving to the world the new order of things. Cayce/Halaliel doesn't seem to be referring to the new order of things in the sense of the "new world order", but rather in a spiritual sense - a teacher that will make "...plain in the minds of men, that they may know the truth and know that the truth, the life, the light, will make them free". After reading this book, I can proclaim the information in it, and the author, as representing such principles. By the way, while the name of the author is spelled Jon, not John, it is still phonetically the same as what was spoken by Cayce/Halaliel. Quite interesting as we enter '98. Highly recommended. The book is so popular it is usually backordered, except for ordering direct.  Check out the Children of the Law of One's website that also describes the connection between Edgar Cayce, meditation techniques, the dead sea scrolls, & Lost Atlantis  and get this book!

You can also read a reader's personal review.