Overview
The video explores the life and teachings of Abdullah the mystic, highlighting his profound influence on spiritual thinkers and the transformative power of his core law: the law of assumption, which centers around living as though one's desired outcome is already fulfilled.
Abdullah's Background and Influence
- Abdullah was a Jewish Ethiopian mystic and rabbi living in Harlem during the 1930s, known for his extraordinary presence and mastery over reality.
- His mansion was filled with sacred texts and attracted people seeking personal transformation, regardless of race or status.
- Abdullah reportedly lived to around 109 years old, further mystifying his legend.
- He influenced notable figures such as Neville Goddard and Joseph Murphy.
The Law of Assumption
- Abdullah taught that reality conforms to one's assumptions; you must live from the end result you desire.
- His approach defied logical reasoning but focused on the power of mental and spiritual sovereignty.
- He demonstrated his teaching by securing front row theatre tickets in a segregated New York simply through his assumption.
Neville Goddard's Transformation
- Neville, desperate to return home to Barbados, was instructed by Abdullah to "sleep in Barbados" mentally, despite being physically in New York.
- By persisting in this state, Neville eventually received tickets and was upgraded to first class, embodying "living in the end."
- Abdullah emphasized refusing to bargain with or contradict your assumption; the world will align with your inner reality.
Core Metaphors and Lessons
- Abdullah illustrated his law using the Hebrew letters alef (beginning) and tav (end), teaching that creation starts at the end.
- He likened living from the end to watching a suspense movie where you already know the outcome, remaining calm regardless of current events.
- He advised students to stop questioning how results manifest, likening it to trusting electricity when turning on a light switch.
Enduring Message
- Abdullah asserted that there is no power outside the mind’s arrangement; reality is shaped by inner belief.
- The key instruction is to write your desire as a fulfilled memory, embody it, and live as if the outcome is inevitable.
Action Items
- Tonight – Viewer/Student: Write your desire as if it is already fulfilled, and feel it as real before sleeping.
- Tomorrow – Viewer/Student: Act throughout the day as though your desired outcome is already a reality.