A few years ago I read most of the New Age Channeled works including Seth material, Ra material, Book of Mastery, Course in Miracles, Urantia, books by Paul Selig, Guy Needler, Neale Donald Walsh, and also books by Barbara Brennan and Delores Cannon and many others.
But until recently, COUNCIL OF 9 had eluded me. I like concise and it is concise and it is also available for free online. [Book flip-page form.] [PDF summary]
THE ONLY PLANET OF CHOICE was put together in 1993 and involved twenty years of work by a distinguished international research group whose members have been communicating through psychic transceiver, Phyllis Schlemmer, with an enlightened circle of universal beings known as the Council of Nine. An updated chapter was added in the 1990s. Its underlying theme is free will and the power of the inhabitants of Planet Earth to create a better, more harmonious world. Among the many themes covered in detail are the existence of ET civilisations and their interactions with Earth, the nature of the Source of the Universe, the ancient history of humanity, Jesus the Nazarene, environmental issues and humankind’s as-yet-unrealised potential for self-awareness. But, above all, for those who are prepared to listen and heed its message, it offers a positive outcome for the future.
Note that amongst the “distinguished international research group” members perhaps the most well known was Gene Roddenberry, creator of the STAR TREK fiction series.
I have taken notes as I re-read the book for the second time and I will share them with you below. PLEASE NOTE that this is NOT spirituality 101.
First, a few quotes directly from the book. (“Tom” represents the Council of Nine.):
If the planet can be saved, and will be saved, the entire Universe will be raised to a level that all souls will have gained the nature of what they have searched for from the beginning of time. And remember that when the souls of the Universe have calmness and joy and peace within their hearts, and generate this love, it overtakes even those souls that are negative and dark, and brings life and love to them. And can you imagine that what you have come to this planet to do, when you accomplish it the entire Universe will be glowing with a light that will be blinding, because it will be a light of pure love. And all will become one, and that is what all have striven for. (p. 20)
Tom: All species and all beings are particles of us. There is not a way for you to have this understanding. How may we explain?
ANDREW: Well, I have the understanding that they are part of you but they go through many cycles of existence before they reach Earth, is that not so?
Tom: Remember that the planet Earth is not that evolved. We are looking for an analogy to give you…
ANDREW: Well, could you say for example, that those who come to Earth all come from another given civilisation or planet or something like that? Or state of existence? That is, is there a regular sequence or place through which they go before they come to the planet Earth?
Tom: Not in a particular planet. Depending on the needs of that soul. Some souls need more than some other souls. There are levels of intelligence, there are levels of consciousness. Not all are equal. Remember this: it is not true that all are equal. There is a soul. The soul is a particle of us. If you have a giant electric spark, and you put two together that would cause a giant electric spot, there would be sparks that would come off it. Those sparks would be part of us – but each of those sparks would either die out or continue to grow. Some may create a fire, and some may grow slowly, but it would depend upon the ambition of the spark.
ANDREW: Yes. Now, when that spark cycles through Earth, and achieves its full growth, does it go through other civilisations………?
Tom: It must.
ANDREW: lt doesn’t return directly to you?
Tom: It will continue for millions of years. But it cannot continue if it stays upon the planet Earth. If you will recall, in a previous communication we had explained to you that the planet Earth is the only planet within the Universe that has the variety of animals and plants. It is the most beautiful of all planets, because of the different varieties. This in a sense, attracts the souls, and they have desires to remain upon it. In other civilisations, the souls feel, and they have all the qualifications which you have, but it is more physical upon the planet Earth.
JOHN: There is a very large question: what is the purpose of a soul? In existing on all its civilisations and so on?
Tom: If a soul becomes what you call perfect, then it is… if we could explain this to you, in your mind you may feel that we are cannibals!
ANDREW: Well, we want the truth, and I think you know us well enough to know that we would not jump to that kind of erroneous conclusion. What we’re really asking is: if we had to tell a human being what the purpose of life is, what is the most succinct answer?
Tom: You may tell what has been told to humans many times, but was not given to them in clear understanding: that the purpose of their existence and the purpose of their living is to return to whence they came.
ANDREW: Yes. And how can they, while they are on this Earth with all its problems? What is it that they can best do in order to return to the source?
Tom: If they would treat all as they have desire to be treated. If they would walk in dignity and permit no one to remove their dignity, and if they would have love for all their fellow humans, and for all those that touch them – for this in turn sends love to us. We ask not that they have a total understanding of us.
ANDREW: Yes. But in essence then, God feeds on this kind of nectar, so to say.
Tom: Yes.
ANDREW: I think that people would love that idea.
Tom: We have the creation, we have created this, but it in truth has created us.
ANDREW: Now that part which, let us say, you feed on, is it totally immaterial, that nature of love something that has no material or physical existence? Since you are not material in any way, you must feed on something immaterial..?Tom: It is an energy. it is not something you may hold in your hand. It is a spark that is a glow that emanates, and it grows, and becomes a shining sun, and then it returns to us.
ANDREW: Yes. I find that very beautiful and very satisfying, don’t you John?
JOHN: Yes, this is the upward spiral, I imagine. Then it’s sent out again, on a higher level again, is that so?
Tom: Yes. It is integrated.
ANDREW: Now, how do the other creatures on Earth fit into this plan? And I speak of birds and fish and cattle and so on…
Tom: They have more love for us than the humans. They have a greater understanding of us.
ANDREW: And when they live this way, do they also come back as sparks directly, without having to go through our human form?
Tom: They are not a human form. They are planted and they have been brought to the planet Earth to give to the souls upon the planet Earth – how may we say? – for them to cause humans to ask in their mind: what created this? How did this come to be? It is to jog their mind. Do you understand that? (p 21, 22, 23)
ANDREW: What would you suggest is the principal reason that you are coming here to help mankind, and what is the primary problem of man that needs help?
Tom: The Council has said to explain it in a twofold manner: that if it continues in the manner which it is now, around or after your year 2000 Planet Earth will no longer be able to exist as it is now. So the civilizations are attempting to cleanse it and to bring it back into balance by using their technology, not only for the saving of those that exist on Earth, but also because Earth is under the guidance of the civilizations that initially colonized it, and it is thus partly their responsibility. Then there is the entrapment and the recycling of souls. The necessity of coming at this time is because man in his dominion over animals and flowers and plants, is now trying to control all of humanity, and we cannot have it.
In the following transmission, Tom announced the presence of other beings:
Tom: With us today we have individuals that are observing what is transpiring. They are in service or in study to us. We are preparing them to go and do the work and perform the service that is necessary for this planet to raise its level of vibration, to evolve, in order to help this Universe.
ANDREW: Well, we welcome their presence, and I hope we can be of some use in their education…
Tom: They are beings from civilizations other than yours.
JOHN: Could you clarify what you mean in this case?Tom: When we speak of civilizations, we speak of levels of consciousness. In order to raise the level of this Planet Earth, by which that also raises the level of the Universe, there are many different beings and civilisations that must learn to work in peace and harmony. As you have many millions of plants on your planet and many millions of species of animals, also in the Universe there are many. Those that observe us on this day are observing the technique, and at the same time we are trying to show them the way to generate love and peace and harmony. They are observing the vibration of love.
JOHN: Could you perhaps explain what happened when these people came in?
Tom: These beings from space, from other different systems, became curious. Our primary concern is with the Earth, because it is important to raise its level, since it is holding back some of the evolution of the Universe. But, as you know in your world too, at times inquisitive beings can create a problem. At times it is better to tell them a little, and this is what we are doing, although we have had a conference of many of the major groups and civilizations. This erases fear. It is our affair to help raise those from other different civilizations, other levels, also. (p. 33,34)
There is one situation we will guarantee to you from us: we will not permit the destruction of the Earth. It is not the civilizations of Twenty-four that will not permit it, for it is not possible for them to prohibit it. It is only possible for us to not permit it – for they also have limitations. But in using our power with theirs we would not permit the destruction of Earth. When we say this, we mean the total destruction of the Planet, yes. (p 68)
JOHN: I think the most important question to people on Earth at this time is, what can they as individuals do, and how can they as individuals make things different, so that our planet fulfils its destiny?
Tom: First and foremost they must recognize that each of them contains the entire universe within themselves. Each of them contains all creation. Therefore when they understand that, then hopefully they will understand that if they go against their own integrity, the integrity of the Universe may be affected. They must consult within themselves for their motive in all actions; they must learn to love themselves, and the only way they may love themselves is never to do what they will dislike themselves for. What is important is that each person upon this planet earth must understand that there is existence elsewhere. They must understand that they hold the key to the evolutionary process in the Universe. It is a time of awakening. It is a time to understand that within the self they hold the key for bringing Earth to its fulfillment and that free will is never interfered with; the destruction of Planet Earth is not necessary. This must be understood clearly, for the free will of humankind can bring fulfilment to Earth.
JOHN: Many have talked of a coming transformation, and it seems we are approaching this time. Can you say anything about such a transformation and what that means?
Tom: It is true that Earth is on the threshold of transformation. It is on the threshold of releasing souls and beings from bondage, so they may continue to elevate, and purify Earth so the Universe may continue its path. It is a glorious time right now to live on your planet in physical form. Know always that this energy of individuals will remain individual, but what will be understood is the power of thought, the energy of love, the power that humans hold within themselves to make your world a representation of the Universe. Your world is a glorious place for all portions of the Universe to exist, and to fulfill, and to be at one with creation, in great joy.
JOHN: If you had one message that you wished to pass to all of mankind, what would that message be?
Tom: Know fully that you hold the key within yourself, each of you humans, to bring about change. It is your responsibility, your free will, your choice. (p. 69)
If you’re still with me after that… here are some bullet points that I’ve noted from the book:
- The work uses sets of 3. It suggests that there is power when 12 meditate together, or at least 3, saying that 3 people make one triangle and 3 triangles are made by 12 people. With 12 praying all things are possible.
- It suggest that we meditate 18 minutes daily
- It promotes love, harmony, peace, joy, and positivity
- Thoughts can transform… the planet, pollution, war
- It suggests there are no (spiritual) leaders. Each of us has divinity within.
- Keep light of Christ consciousness bubble around us for protection.
- We are all equal.
- Chaos on earth extends into to cosmos
- You can move a mountain, you can elevate planet earth
- Go forward with joy. (JOY is really emphasized in this work.)
- We have free will, and are the only planet that has free will, but also the lowest density planet – that is why time moves slowly here – and thus the title of this work “The Planet of Choice”
- Kindness is love
- Follow the Golden rule
- For our divinity and oneness, have happiness, joy, and laughter
- To meditate: start by spending 3 minutes to breathe deeply and release muscle tension. Then, meditate for 18” daily. Be in a state of love, harmony, and peace. You may cleanse yourself by imaginary running colors over yourself of emerald green, royal blue, and royal purple. In 36 seconds of concentration you can create health or remove something etc. The greatest power is in clear thought. Be careful. 36 people for 33 minutes with one mind can change the world. Your power is 10 fold during meditation.
- Desire peace on earth and goodness for those you are in contact with.
- Go quietly with peace and love. Talking too much depletes you.
- Let go and trust completely
- Meditate for the health of the environment
- Our earth’s imbalances bottleneck the universe’s advancement. If we can evolve, all other civilizations of the universe can have free choice.
- We aren’t meant to have all of the information yet. Things are too complicated for us to understand and language limits our understanding.
- The Council of 9 are really one and say they are from the cold region – where everything manifests. As we grow they grow. They tell us “Because of you we exist also and we love you for that.” and “Without you we do not exist. Without us you do not exist.” (Is the cold region zero point energy?)
- Love is god. God is unified infinite intelligence supported with pure love and it grows with pure love. It is absolute faith and absolute love. We as a total are god.
- Keep your love pure then this planet and universe will be evolved and we will all become 1 with god.
- You are also the universe because you are 1 with god.
- You have the ability for transformation.
- The Creator created energy that expanded forward, almost like a game, for more joyfulness. Supports big bang theory.
- The negative went into competition with god.
- The importance of consciousness is god could not exist without your creation and you could not exist without his creation of you.
- The balance and harmony of 12 feed the 1 that keeps the universe together.
- There are 24 civilizations across the universe.
- All species and all beings are particules of us. The soul is a particle of us.
- The earth is the most beautiful of all the planets. It is the only one with this vast variety of animals and plants. We must take care of it and support and help it.
- Dimensions are more like speeds or frequency.
- Souls on earth learn balance of physical with spiritual. Many became trapped.
- Multiple dimensional beings have seeded earth.
- Beings that achieve perfection merge with the 9 who are 1 and serve god.
- Planet earth is unique in the universe because we have free will.
- It will help the universe if we evolve and raise our vibration.
Comments: I have always wondered why we have “helpers” which I have heard over and over from so many sources including so many NDE accounts. This channeled work explains that better than any other I’ve come across. It explains why we each have an important role to play and why we are more powerful than we can possibly imagine – another thing I’ve heard many times and always wondered why. Some say that souls are waiting in line to come to planet Earth and this work also explains why that could be so. Calling Earth a bottleneck to the evolution of the entire Universe is indeed a heed to call. It also confirms that this is sort of a “game” but probably not in the sense that people often refer to it as a simulation. It confirms the idea of an ascension plan, though it is complicated. It does address reincarnation and recycling of souls and that, too, is complicated. It confirms that our planet houses a large variety of entities from many places and our seeding was done similarly. It confirms that we are only ready for a limited amount of information according to our evolving. It explains our purpose more clearly than I’ve ever read to date. It confirms that those in power on our planet don’t want us to know these things. It confirms a negative presence, though that is not dwelled upon in this work.
I have always doubted the new age message that increasing our vibration contributes to the whole, thinking perhaps we are so physical that our actions here alone are what count. This channeling reinforces that idea that by increasing our frequency we are playing a very important role for the greater good. But our motive also matters when it comes to doing good.
I like that it emphasizes our planet’s natural beauty and keeping our environment healthy and that we are to help protect it. There are many forces that go against that these days but for those of us who appreciate the beauty of this planetary creation, and find god in Nature, we need to uphold our meditative thoughts and actions to accomplish restoring our Planet and its biodiversity.
I like its message of positivity, being joyful, in peace and harmony. This resonates, and fulfills our destiny, from my personal experience. This, I say because of how wonderfully life unfolds once you adapt this philosophy of living. It is this life’s elixir. God is love. Love is God. Love is the elixir, and love expands it all.
For me, this work confirms, clarifies, and expands on all of the previous works I’ve read and talks I’ve listened to.
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