Spiritual Advice and Guidance Blog: Urantia Book

Q: I am aware that there are no 100% accurate records of the birth of the Urantia Book. The most popular record was through that of Sleeping Subject. What are the scientific odds that this could happen in reality (if it weren't for aliens)? And also, are there any more accurate records of the birth of the Urantia Book?

A: Thanks for your note to Truthbook. It is always nice to hear from our viewers.

You are correct that the origins of The Urantia Book are somewhat obscure. This was a deliberate effort on the part of the revelators, due to the human tendency to concentrate on the messenger rather than the message. If the names of humans (such as the Sleeping Subject) had been associated with the birth of the revelation, far too much importance would likely have been directed to them, and the message of the book itself may have been missed. There was a concerted effort to disassociate the Papers from any mortal connection. The most recognizable name associated with it now is that of William Sadler. Some try to claim that he is the author, but this claim simply does not hold water. It was simply his professional association with the sleeping subject that really brought the nighttime sessions to light, and ultimately to publication.

From what we do know, the man who was used to deliver the book was an ordinary person who happened to take part in a very extraordinary process through circumstances that remain mysterious to this day. Even the Contact Commission were not told the method by which the Papers came into being. We know what the method of delivery was NOT, but not what it WAS. We are only told that it was delivered by a technique that had never been used before, and which will never be used again. The subject's life was not disrupted - the contact took place only in times of deep sleep, and as far as we know, he lived a normal life in other respects...he himself, remained aloof from the amazing process to which he was such an intimate party, and reportedly had no desire to have his name connected to it. Those who did know his name were sworn to secrecy, and as far as I know, none betrayed that trust.

I don't know about the odds, but I think that it is pretty clear that the revelation that is The Urantia Book has super-normal, and supernatural origins and purposes. One has to ask oneself:

For what purpose could this book have been given to our planet, other than a purely spiritual one?

In the 50+ years since its publication, have any humans claimed authorship? For a book of this size and scope to have had human authorship, one might expect SOMEONE to claim responsibility...

Are any humans reaping extraordinary profits from its sale? If that was the purpose, one might expect a far more aggressive marketing strategy to have been employed for its spread.

Is there a human or material motivation for the Papers that will enrich or otherwise favorably influence any group or individual? Like God himself, The Urantia Book invites ALL. It is inclusive of all, intended for all...

For every question there is an answer that defies any human connection...after reflective thought, and by applying logic, one can only conclude that the source of the book is spiritual, and its aims and purposes are spiritual as well; it is just as it claims to be - a new epochal revelation of God to mankind.

You want to call them "aliens," but I think a better way of thinking of these authors is as "unseen friends." Some of them may be "extraterrestrial," but also, many of them are still present on our planet, such as the Midwayers, and some orders of angels. And all of the authors are spiritual beings...

There is a good website that will give you a lot of detailed information regarding the origins of The Urantia Book - it is The Urantia Book Historical Society

Within that site, you might be interested to read the documents in this section

I also came across this internet article, titled "Origins of the Urantia Papers," written by a reader, which you may find informative.

Thanks again for your note to us at Truthbook.

Labels: aliens, authorship, origins, sleeping subject, The Urantia Book

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Sunday, September 27, 2009

Who is the author of this book? When was this book written? Who found this book?

Q: Who is the author of this book? When was this book written? Who found this book?

A: Thank you for your note to Truthbook.

To give you an immediate answer: The authors of The Urantia Book are numerous celestial personalities. The book was delivered to humanity through a lengthy process of questions and answers in the early years of the 20th century, and completed in book form in 1955. This book has been found by thousands of people over the years, even though it is not promoted or marketed as other books are; you are one who has found it, and we hope that you will visit our site and explore the matchless teachings of The Urantia Book for yourself. Only an honest exploration of its contents will reveal to you its treasure.

For more detailed information regarding your questions, I am referring you to THIS SECTION of our site, which will give you several other versions of answers to your questions. I would also suggest that you visit our FAQ section HERE, where you will find numerous other questions and answers regarding origins and content.

Please write back should you have other questions - and thanks again for your interest in The Urantia Book.

Labels: authorship, origins, The Urantia Book

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