FOREWORD

Due to the many requests that some of our Forums be put into book-form, we have at last obliged.  This is the first of a series which we expect to have published from time to time, in accord with what seems "sensible."

These four Forums are copies of the original taped-sessions, and, in so far as possible, we are printing them exactly as they took shape.  Frequently the spoken word can be aided by a gesture, an intonation or a shrug which conveys the precise meaning to the listener.  However, in the written word, no such helps are possible, so in order that it have the same clarity as the original session, we have made necessary changes and additions to the material.

Naturally, in a subject so controversial, so contrary to the generally accepted point of view, many questions are raised.  We have answered them in as forthright a manner as possible.  If one scans this volume as he might a novel, he will find it repetitious, but if one reads carefully, he will find that each repetition of our central theme is important, that the point under discussion be made crystal clear.

In our philosophy we do not proselyte, still we do not "hide our lamp under a bushel."  We welcome questions from any and all who are sincerely seeking the answer to Pilate's query: "What is Truth?"  To us, the answer is absolutely satisfying.  Should you like to join this widening group, read this volume with unprejudiced open thought -- you may find it what you have long waited for.

                 The Author

NEW YORK CITY

FEBRUARY 1964