The House that Namuh Built
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I began writing this book in 1988. Initially, I was using the idea of a silo to explain the levels of the mind. It was very short and was intended as a tract or brief for introducing such studies. In time, I began to develop the story with the idea of producing a book for children that could be used to introduce the Universal Principles. Obviously, I could not leave this idea alone and kept coming back to it with new ideas. Over the ten years of its production, there have been many layers. I have taken it a bit far for younger children, but certainly a parent who understands how important these principles are can use it for instruction. I am told that few allegories are written any more, but for a basic introduction to the Universal Laws and to the course of study provided by the Institute of Applied Metaphysics, I believe this format will provide some examples of how the Universal Laws work. More importantly, it leads directly into the study of the Laws, which are no less than the very Laws of Life. This story is about one man’s self-discovery, a common man who was doing some uncommon thinking. There are many events in this story, but they primarily provide the background for the evolution of his thinking. For this reason, Namuh’s thoughts are recorded in script.
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The creation of meaningful allegories, in fact, the writing of allegories, is an art form that some say has almost disappeared. The House That Namuh Built is a resurrection of this type of instruction that can have a powerful effect on your life. Renford tells the story of a man, and eventually a whole people, who begin on the path of self-discovery. One man begins to question the closed teachings of his society and the process leads to the only possible salvation of his people. From the struggle of the characters in this book it is possible for the reader to draw parallels with life experiences and come to understanding of what is required for self-discovery.
About the Author
Renford has been a life long student of the Bible. The eldest son of a Christian minister, he trained for the ministry and served as a missionary teacher in South Viet Nam during the war. In his search for common ground with his students, he became a student of Eastern religions and philosophy. Where he had been taught to look for the differences and evangelize lost souls, his studies led him to the conclusion that there were certain principles common to all religions. This book and all of his works pertain to the Universal Laws, which have been in existence before matter and time began. Renford remained abroad for 20 years, living and working in the Far East, the Middle East and Europe. His books strike to the heart of religion and philosophy – the original principles taught by all the Great Masters. Each book deals with how they are alike as opposed to how they are different. He maintains the differences came about due to the organization builders who came after the Great Masters. Using a sports analogy, he says, "One can be taught to tackle, run with the ball, block, and in general perform the functions required to play the game of football but the game cannot exist without the rules. Such a game would not be football. Without first the Laws there could have been no creation and life could not be sustained. The Laws of Life had to exist first because without them, no life would be possible. They are the Divine Self-Expression." He goes on to say, "Understand the rules of the game of life and it is possible to be in harmony and find purpose in it.