<aside> <img src="https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/secure.notion-static.com/e4253ec7-8cb3-4da6-a2e6-bedfcdeebba9/IMAGE_2022-12-06_185208.jpg" alt="https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/secure.notion-static.com/e4253ec7-8cb3-4da6-a2e6-bedfcdeebba9/IMAGE_2022-12-06_185208.jpg" width="40px" /> As custodians of the discipline and study of life's modalities, we have journeyed through the intricate mappings of the Bible's pattern of sevens. We now understand these as unique paradigms or gift-modalities that shape human formation. Harnessing these modalities, we have become more effective agents of change and leaders within our organizations and communities.
We've adopted the seven-branched menorah as a symbol for these paradigms - a beacon casting light on various facets of our lives and work. Fully integrating these seven modalities into our personal and professional endeavors has allowed us to approach leadership and personal growth from a holistic perspective, fostering positive change in our surroundings.
Now, as we stand at the threshold of passing on these truths, we extend this knowledge to you - the next generation of founders and creators. We trust that with time, you too will take these teachings, apply them, and pass them on, continuing the cycle of illumination, growth, and change.
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As pioneers in the study of life's modalities, we've discerned that each individual is uniquely endowed with a set of gifts and capabilities. These gifts, an integral part of creation's natural order, were first vested in Adam, the inaugural human, and have since been perpetuated throughout humanity.
They manifest as seven distinct gift-modalities, resulting from universal laws of creation. These gifts are prophesied to draw the hearts of the children towards the Father, and the heart of the Father towards the children, as stated retrospectively in Malachi 4:4-6.
Now, our role as custodians of this wisdom reaches a pivotal juncture. It is time to entrust this knowledge to you - the emerging generation of visionaries and builders. We believe that in due course, you will fully embrace, apply, and further pass on this wisdom, thus perpetuating the cycle of enlightenment, growth, and transformation.
The idea of "gift-modalities" or special abilities, can be explained further. For example, one special ability might be artistic skill, another might be logical thinking. Some people might have many special abilities, while others might have just one. No matter how many or what type of special abilities, everyone has something unique to give to the world.
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It is important to recognise and nurture these gift-modalities, as they are what make each person special and valuable. By embracing and cultivating these gifts, individuals can find fulfilment, purpose, and joy in life. Furthermore, recognising and appreciating the gift-modalities of others can lead to a greater sense of community and interconnectedness.
These modalities form the basis of our inherent characteristics and natural abilities. They are ingrained in our DNA, which is unique to us and defines who we are. Your DNA is what makes you tick, and it is also responsible for the things that may tick you off. So, understanding your DNA and your natural abilities can be immensely helpful in charting your path towards success and fulfilment.
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The concept of these 7 gift-modalities is explored in-depth in the Modalities of Life series. The series delves into the pattern of sevens in the Bible and how it can be used to understand different paradigms of human formation. Each of these paradigms is associated with a specific profile and set of strengths, blind spots, and potential for redemption. By understanding and utilising each of these paradigms, we can become more effective leaders and agents of change in our communities and organisations.
The use of the seven-branched menorah as a symbol for these paradigms represents the idea of light and illumination, shedding light on different aspects of our lives and work. Embracing and integrating all seven modalities into our lives and work can create a more holistic approach to leadership and personal growth, leading to positive change in the world around us.
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It is important to note that while each genius paradigm has its own strengths and potential pitfalls, no paradigm is superior to the others. Instead, they should be seen as complementary and interdependent, working together to create a more holistic approach to leadership and personal growth. By embracing and integrating all seven paradigms into our lives and work, we can become more well-rounded individuals and leaders, capable of creating positive change in the world around us.
In order to fully embrace and integrate these paradigms, ongoing self-reflection and self-awareness are necessary. By understanding our own strengths and blind spots, we can better utilise the strengths of each paradigm and identify potential pitfalls. This requires a willingness to be vulnerable and open to feedback, as well as a commitment to ongoing learning and growth.
