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Kabalarian "Philosophy"

I stumbled upon this "Kabalarian Philosophy" thing (KP) a long time ago when on one person's webpage I followed a link that said "See what my name means" or something like that... At that time, it all seemed nice to me. I thought, what a great idea, I can actually see what my name means... I tried it for my name and was very pleased for what I read.

Recently, I saw KP has a website dedicated to meaning of names, name analysis etc.

According to them, The Kabalarian Philosophy offers that roadmap to life—a blueprint to human existence sought since consciousness began. It is the culmination of thousands of years of intellectual thought that offers a broad perspective of life through a harmony of Eastern philosophy and Western science and practicality. It takes the universal concept of mathematics to develop a complete understanding of mind, health and cycles of time.

So I gave it a try, my name of Zoran:

  • You enjoy reading and the beauties of nature, experiencing peace and relaxation in outdoor activities.
  • You appreciate music, art, and drama and, if given training, could excel in those fields.
  • A very individual, independent person, you live within your own thoughts.
  • Your first name of Zoran makes you a quick thinker, both philosophical and creative.

... and so on. It's all nice when you read something like this, but what does my name have to do this with all these things??? And I suppose this is true for every single Zoran? This reminds me of a "daily horoscope" you can read in some newspapers over here... I mean, what I read for my sign of pisces has go to be true for every pisces on Earth, right? It is funny how people have a tendency to over-simplify things and make other people beleive in some crap.

Something else from the KP website that I find amusing:

... For example, this is why people with the name of Barbara or Glenn are reflective, thoughtful, secretive and serious. Diana or Sarah is a diplomatic, passive, idealistic and sensitive person. Betty or Jim is an ambitious, restless, promotional and analytical person...

They even suggest a change of name (!?!?!?) in order to become better person :-)

At this point you may not realize just how much a name change will affect your life but after reading the material on this site, we hope you will look at it in a very new light.
...
Fortunately, it is proven that a change in name leads to a change in one's mind, and with a knowledge of the Kabalarian Philosophy, that change can be for the best.


How can a change of my name make me a better person and make my life better? and how does a change of name leads to a change in one's mind? Why would I wanna change my name after all?

So they charge like 195$ for a "Balanced Name Recommendation" service and 40$ for a "Name report" and they send you that report by email. It's quite amusing what they have on the website.... Just another way to make people beleive in something totally off-base and even make them pay for a "service".

So, if you are not satisifed with your life, they can recommend you change your name into a better one and you'll have a better life :-)

It's a wonderful life (1946)thinkarete

Comments

Anonymous 8. February 2007, 15:29

sh3 writes:

its all bullshit, I agree.

People will do everything for the money.

Lady Tammy 9. February 2007, 06:54

When I was a young child I used to read the daily newspaper and I always had to read my "horrorscope" before school. I noticed that if I read it at the beginning of the day what I read was exactly how my day went. Then one day I decided to read it after my day was over to see if it was close and it never was. It's funny how your mind can play tricks on you. I think if you really believe changing your name would make you a stronger and better person then it'll work. Some people are easliy convinced and they target those people to make their money off them. But you and I both know that changing our names will not affect us in any way.

zoki 11. February 2007, 23:54

I totally agree with you.

btw I found another interesting essay revealing the truth about KP:

http://skepdic.com/kabbal.html

Anonymous 10. April 2008, 19:51

Anonymous writes:

My bf grew up Kabalarian. His whole family had their names changed to very strange names that are impossible to spell. All his childhood photo have his birth name scratched out and replaced. They preach an old-fashioned way of life; women should be proper, wear skirts and be domestic. Men should be men - and never wear jeans (imagine that as a teenager!). Their leader spent many years in jail for molesting the teenage girls. As harmless as name analysis may sound, there is a darker truth behind this organization.

BEWARE!

Anonymous 10. April 2008, 19:51

Anonymous writes:

My bf grew up Kabalarian. His whole family had their names changed to very strange names that are impossible to spell. All his childhood photo have his birth name scratched out and replaced. They preach an old-fashioned way of life; women should be proper, wear skirts and be domestic. Men should be men - and never wear jeans (imagine that as a teenager!). Their leader spent many years in jail for molesting the teenage girls. As harmless as name analysis may sound, there is a darker truth behind this organization.

BEWARE!

Anonymous 30. May 2008, 07:53

Ishita writes:

Please analyze this pet name.

Anonymous 30. May 2008, 07:54

Ishita writes:

Please analyze this pet name.

Anonymous 30. May 2008, 07:55

Ishita writes:

Please analyze this pet name.

Anonymous 30. May 2008, 07:55

Ishita writes:

Please analyze this pet name.

Daken 9. July 2008, 20:31

I noticed this post and have a few comments. First, every person is unique, even with the same name. Even with identical names, the individual processes these name influences and has a range of expression. For example, Peter, a name dominant in the 1 quality, can express on the constructive side of the 1 quality which includes creativity, originality, loyalty, and perserverence. On the negative side, the quality is dominant, belligerant, physically agressive when thwarted, and lacking in tact due to their blunt and self-centered approach. Each Peter will have different surnames, and a different inner nature as measured by the date of birth. Therefore - the sample analyses are only meant to give a brief "litmus test" of the theory of name. A full Name Report (about $ 30 or so) has a 100% money back guarentee if it is not accurate. They get few returned due to the accuracy of this Principle.

Second, the free "brief" name analyses are on first names only. These might include four or five brief highlights of the name. The Name Reports are 25 pages long, and include the individual and combined influence of all names used, including nicknames. For example, if Peter had a surname that was the exact same name combination (ie. Peter Peter), the total combined name influence would be quite different. The total would be strong in the 2 quality - undermining the independant nature of either of the other names. The total influence would require him to deal with people and be diplomatic, not a strong trait of his personal nature and family name. Therefore the majority of names, which are given somewhat arbitrarily by parents, are limited in predictable ways. These are weaknesses are outlined in the Name Report. For example, anyone named George is going to be influenced by moody thoughts, apt to be sarcastic, and suffer from jealousy. Every wife of a George will attest to these limitations. If George did change his name to one that was more mathematically balanced, his nature would change over time to one that would be more harmonious, balanced, and emotionally stable. He would be able to stay happier - and not be so tempermental in his emotions. Of course, you dont have to believe me. There are many testimonials on the Kabalarian website.

Lastly, although there is a superficial resemblance to horoscopes which are based upon the date of birth, the difference is that one is an external influence (the star constellations etc) and the other is a natural mental law that the mind is subject to, as consistently as a physical law such as gravity. You cannot attach language (through the name) to an individual without affecting their mental makeup. Even a nickname will affect them in some way. You can denigrate this principle, but you do it without any basis. Stating a past member served time in jail has no bearing on the validity or accuracy of the principles they teach.

You cannot think without language. Helen Keller, who lost her sight and hearing at a young age, discussed this in her autobiography. Before she had made the connection to language, through the sense of touch, she could feel the sun but had no words to consciously understand the experience. Therefore, if you think about it, language and thought are one. The intelligence to language is its mathematically consistent pattern. A, B, C etc. Therefore each name actually represents mathematical symbols combined together to create a personal identity. Who are you? You are your name. When one realizes that mathematics is dual, being both quantity and quality, the Name Report relates the qualities of intellgence associated to each letter of the name and describes them as human characterisitics or personality. Therefore Terry is both impulsive and intense (the unbalanced 5 quality). Diana, although diplomatic, lacks self-confidencee and procrastinates (the unbalanced 2 quality). This is a very significant mental law. It affects the health, the thinking, and the destiny of every human - whether they are conscious of this principle or not.

Anonymous 4. October 2008, 10:19

Suzzanne writes:

Funstuff

Anonymous 28. October 2008, 09:25

Sievanh writes:

There is a quote I once read that states: "If you believe something to be impossible, change your belief."

I for one believe that names influence the lives of individuals. Why did God change names of the Hebrews right before they embarked on new assignments? Abraham and Sarah’s names were changed. God also changed Jacob’s name to Israel. Moses changed Joshua’s name before died.

I believe it is because the old names hindered them in some way. I was told that the Rabbis of old knew that principle and it is my understanding that they too have changed names by adding another name to people’s names who were seriously ill.
I faced some serious issues and wondered why these things were constantly happening to me. I realized that the problem had to be me, so I prayed about it. As soon as I finished asking God why these things were happening to me, a thought came to my head, “Look at your name.”

I was perplexed. I wondered what my name had to do with what I prayed about. I went to my computer and googled, “what is in the name,” and came upon the Kabalarian Philosophy website.
“Well, I’ll be darn,” I thought, every single thing I prayed about was in my first name, and both middle names.
I ordered my name report and understood why I did certain things. One of my friends told me that the report was an accurate description of me. I had a balanced last name, but didn’t want to change my name, so I decided on changing spelling of my name first name by adding an e and an h to it, and dropping both middle names.
A young Israeli woman told me that the head Rabbi in Israel told her that she needed to change her name because of the problems she was experiencing. She changed her name by added to it. She told me soon after she changed her name, she began to feel it, then things began to change in her life. She advised me to do it and I will see a difference.

I believe change comes from within, but after seeing that God changed names, I now believe that names do have some sort of influence in our lives. I know too many people, after pulling their names on the site and reading the description, felt it to be mostly, if not totally, accurate for them and their family members.
I am changing the spelling of my name from Sivan to Sievanh.

Anonymous 28. April 2009, 15:56

Lorenda writes:

Hi. I changed my name through the Kabalarian Philosophy and wow, what a difference it made in my life. I changed from being very reticent and self-conscious to being happy and expressive! My Name Report was so accurate and explained the conditions I was experiencing in my life. I went on to study the programs abd to apply the principles the Kabalarian Philosophy teaches.

Somehow it is easy to accept that mathematics measures all form, dimension, and unseen energies (sound, rays, etc.) but what about the energies of intelligence that express through languages? The consistency of each letter in a sequence in any alphabet gives languages form and dimension and ability to be measured. Because A is in the first position of the English alphabet, it expresses the qualities of being first. You could compare the letters of an alphabet to the periodic table--hydrogen, helium, lithium, etc. Each element expresses a chemical quality on its own and when combined with other elements becomes something else. Each letter in the alphabets expresses a quality of intelligence on its own, yet when combined with other letters as in a name, becomes a formula that can be measured mathematically.

Zoran has qualities that create a dual nature. He is friendly at times and the life of the party, and other times, so reserved and anti-social. He struggles as a result of this changeability in his nature. He has deep thoughts and feelings that he does not share with others until he becomes very comfortable with his friends and even then, he can be easily and deeply hurt by unkind remarks. I would really encourage him to purchase a Name Report because his sensitivities are a challenge for him at times.

The Kabalarian Philosophy as a lifestyle teaches principles as guidelines and suggestions for making life a constructive effort--principles that apply to physical well being, mental happiness and success, and for fulfilling a spiritual purpose. These principles, when applied, change your life in a most beautiful way.

Anonymous 20. August 2009, 19:04

Anonymous writes:

FYI - Daken is the IT person for the Kabalarian Philosophy and he is responsible for ensuring the SEO of "kabalarian". Anytime anyone anywhere mentions something negative about Kabalarians, he will be there to comment. Just thought I'd reveal his true intentions.
Always think objectively! This is a cult and it has harmed many many people. Thankfully they are getting old and starting to die off so it should run it's course in the next 20 years...

Anonymous 2. September 2009, 04:07

Anonymous writes:

My husband al ready had some issues before he changed his name after he changed it .he became even morer confused. he would walk through the house trying to make all of us call him his new name.he became very manipuletive and full of deception.he ended up becoming so evil, bitter and jealous of me not as a women but of the way the Lord would use me to minister. we ended up in the divorce court after a 3o year marriage with 5 children. i wouldnot encourage any one to do a name change according to the practice of kabalarian philosophy.it occultive and most definetly satanic. any promise given to make you a better person out side of the precious blood of Jesus Christ who died for you is not of God but Satan, my husband is a the point of mental break down and he can`t even see why.but i know he has followed A LIE and the word of God says ye shall no the truth and the truth will make you free.this lie has stripped him of everything. please warn everone you no not to believe the lie it will destroy you.for tho shall have no other God before me saith the Lord.

Anonymous 29. September 2009, 04:06

Anonymous writes:

While I agree with #20 caution is always a good thing....If anything I find this whole philosophy interesting from several perspectives...I was however wondering if you could present a site of any documented cases, news articles or other such material that would show how this has played a role in actually harming another human...or are you referring to just the actual name change itself? I would greatly appreciate a reply. I also would like to address the poster who divorced after thirty years, my heart goes out to you but if you don't mind I would like to ask you why do you suppose that God changed the names of these people in the bible.

Thank- you again. : )

Anonymous 16. October 2009, 01:33

Anonymous writes:

Dude, #2, stop scaring the shit out of people. Don't project your religious propaganda onto everyone. If you wanna believe in this stuff, go right ahead if it works for you. If not, move on, whatever. You honestly think changing a couple letters in a name would drive someone to the brink of insanity? Come on.

Anonymous 8. November 2009, 17:41

Anonymous writes:

KP
is bad as they run it like a CULT in that you MUST PAY THEM MONEY $$$ or it isn't a valid name report or 'balanced name' TM.
This is how you can tell it is a fraud and a scam.

Of course it works! The power of the mind, or of perception is truly overwhelming. How do you know that you are not a spirit, who decided to come 'try out' the 'human experience'TM (me you KP ripoff artists :)P ).
That you will return to being a spirit when your life here ends. (death). Thus explaining previous lives and reincarnation and how 'mankind' sticks out SO much compared to ALL other animals on earth. Look!!! Compare our creations/inventions to ALL other animals.
I will teach you for FREE!

Kabalarian Philosophy is a SCAM!!!! A rip off totake money from gullible fools. But, it works, like moonies or Hari Christnas or Seven day Adventists or Later day Saints or Catholiscism. These are all schools of thoughts to make you a more peaceful caring respectful productive kind happy giving person.
To maximize your human experience and that of others. Being 'green' is the same concept.
Be a hippie but be productive, not polyamorous and pot smoking carefree bum.

Obviously, if you change your name, even ONE letter or raise your children in the spirit of a 'balanced name' TM or ANY 'ethical' based personal name, then you will be more 'ethical'.
If you feel black is mean and evil and white is kind and caring that orange is energetic blue is calm Red is passionate or grey is pent up rage,purple is deception then when you wear these colors you will apply those Ttributes to your personality while wearing these colors.

If I tell you that your name is close to two strong forces, if you add an e to the end of your name you will be endlessly unhappy and pursue selfish endeavours and destined to be alone and lonely but you will be creative and always feel free. On the other hand if you repeat the last letter of your first name or add a letter to your surname(family name) then you will become a dining beacon of kindness and giving you will be a leader in nurturing and always considered caring. You will have many friends and be surrounded by people who live you, you will never be alone, you will have close family and you will always be internally happy. Then guess what?, which ever you choose WILL !!!! come true, obviosily it WILL!!!
The power of suggestion will predetermine your fate, as IF you believe then it will happen, you can create your own destiny.
To explain why KP works, 'if you build it they will come'

let this DIE off, it is born from the hippie era ( enhancing numerology) from history, the 1960's created open thinking, in North America especially in places like San Francisco and Vancouver.
This is purely a money scam. Do not pay them, use a FREE service, inquire with me. Or go to any local church. To be a good person listen to Nike , ' Just do it!'

don't be new age soft gullible.
Lose some weight
be kind
be loyal
care for your family
don't be outwardly sexual
don't be erotic in nature

be peaceful, happy kind giving

smiles n kisses

Anonymous 9. November 2009, 03:00

Anonymous writes:

Believe me this is a cult, under any definition of the word. I was there for 40 years. They channel disembodied minds and use classic cult mind control techniques to control their everdiminishing membership.

The website sounds so friendly, but shunning techniques are used for those who do not comply with their strict requirements of behaviour.

Their under-the-cover still leader, Ivon Shearing has used affiliation control to bilk the members of millions of dollars. As well as spending a fair bit of time in jail, he is also under investigation by the RCMP for money-laundering. His medium Ronelda Chase, died this year of throat cancer and his wife has Alzheimers, poor lady. Probably a result of the disassociative disorder she suffered with as she knew her husband was whoring around with dozens of women and yet had blind-faith in the KP.

When you get to know most of the people, you would find that most are un or undereducated (not approved) and have some sorts of mental disorders that come from not aligning their own truths with the blind faith and dogma that becoming a true student requires. Blind obedience and no questions asked of the leaders.

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