A
selection of free reading and listening materials from the published and unpublished works of William Samuel
We are about the business of revealing an
Identity, which already exists." William Samuel preferred writing
and sharing with those, who came to visit him at Lollygog, his
houseboat on the Coosa River near Mountain Brook, Alabama. He also
had people calling and writing him. When Bill's first primary book,
A Guide to Awareness and Tranquility, was discovered by groups which
requested he speak, he accepted those invitations for a time, and
travelled far and wide. What we share here are samples of some of
those early talks. Humor and humility are Bill's hallmark.
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William Samuel returned to Carmel in
the fall of 1969 to provide this second seminar arranged by a core
group of attendees of his first seminar in January. Speaking to
individuals from as far away as San Francisco, Los Angeles and
beyond, he continues to review and present deepening aspects of ways
he found helpful for himself to return to the clear perception of
the All; the singleness of God, Life, Reality. Isness, "just Being."
His audience was composed of individuals from various disciplines.
He skillfully brings the group together in understanding, carefully
answering questions in order to proceed to more in-depth
considerations of, and experiencing Here, Now, the three that are
One, and meditative writing as an active practice. Of
course, since clarifying the role of human values and judgment, the
major focus of his book, A
Guide to Awareness and Tranquility,
is revisited throughout this seminar. Inter-active 'ins and outs' of
communication, illumination, non-dualism, awareness, life, identity
and Self-sufficiency
Talk 1
Talk 2
Abiding in this Here and now
Awareness, basic Presence, Principle of Self-sufficiency, being
oneself, tangible and spiritual giving and receiving is a dual
appearance all one process. Bill shares his own experiences, and
the illustration of the seed.
This Study This Study is an early example
of Bill's creation of vignettes around a given topic. The variance
of his selections create overtones within each listener each time
one listens. In his inimitable way speaking to the heart, Bill
elaborates through personal experiences, homespun stories and astute
analogies on what this study is, and what it is not. This Study is
first and foremost about the discovery of peace and tranquility.
Musings in the Alabama Woods Bill speaks from the heart as he
sits alone in an Alabama forest. A wonderful and insightful talk. It
is as if you and Bill are sitting together in the woods.
Meditative Writing Session, Monterey
Peninsula College Seminar,
1971
Talk 1 How to Discover Peace in the Midst
of Turmoil - understanding Dualism. How to Discover Peace in the
Midst of Turmoil - "Call It by Its Right Name"
Talk 2Meditative Writing - an active
practice in contemplation and meditation combined. 'Some things to
do'; an active practice in contemplation and meditation combined.
Hilda shared these recordings with those
requesting small group study - practice sessions
More William Samuel Audios
Early Morning Bird Walk
A delightful morning walk with Bill Samuel
surrounded by birds singing. A great example of Bill's wonderful
teaching style.
San Mateo Talks
The purpose of the role, which personality plays in understanding
our real Identity
Atherton Talks 1972
The mountain of 'me, mighty me,' and the sweet meadow, which lies
beyond of peace beyond human understanding, tranquility. The
discovery of the Child.
Listen to these short 9 taped vignettes in any order you wish. We have
placed them all on 1 page for your convenience.
West Valley College Talks
Bill assures the audience that he'll speak only from the authority
of the experience he is, and that everyone there also knows what he
knows. Then he proceeds to guide the audience through the
realization that the heart can and will comprehend consciously a
practical philosophy which discloses that beyond world appearances
there is a Beauty and Harmony ever present which can be discovered
and lived. He shares the Identity experience which he is and lives.
We are about the business of revealing an
Identity, which already exists." William Samuel preferred writing
and sharing with those, who came to visit him at Lollygog, his
houseboat on the Coosa River near Mountain Brook, Alabama. He also
had people calling and writing him. When Bill's first primary book,
