Rudolf Steiner Audio CW 117a: Gospel of John & 3 other Gospels: Lecture 8 (Stockholm, 12 January 1910) (insert lecture before lecture 8) by Rudolf Steiner
Nov 12, 2025
Rudolf Steiner delves into the concept of Kali Yuga, predicting a revival of clairvoyance by 1933. He explores Nicodemus's need for spiritual rebirth and contrasts ancient initiation with new spiritual insight through Christ. Steiner discusses Christ's ability to perceive karma and heal across cultures, exemplified in the story of Lazarus. He highlights the feeding of the five thousand as a shift from material to spiritual effectiveness and identifies John as the initiated disciple revealing Christ's deeper mysteries. The lecture presents a fascinating blend of spiritual philosophy and biblical narrative.
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Clairvoyance Returns In Transition Era
- Rudolf Steiner predicts a renewal of clairvoyant abilities around 1933 after a long Kali Yuga decline.
- He warns false physical-Christ claims will arise and spiritual preparation is essential.
New Birth Replaces Old Initiations
- Steiner contrasts ancient initiatory perception with a new kind of spiritual birth required by Christ.
- He stresses initiates like Nicodemus must be 'born anew' to attain true spiritual sight.
Miracles Reflect Ancient Clairvoyant Relations
- Ancient peoples could influence others directly through will and pictorial imagination.
- Steiner explains miracles like healings were plausible then because clairvoyant influence still affected bodies.
