Endearing Gems From Francisco Cândido Xavier

Endearing Gems from Francisco Cândido Xavier
Endearing Gems from

Francisco Cândido Xavier
Jussara Korngold & Marie Levinson
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Endearing Gems from Francisco Cândido Xavier Endearing Gems from Francisco Cândido Xavier
Translation copyright © Spiritist Alliance for Books, 2004 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Spiritist Alliance for Books/Spiritist Group of New York
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Francisco Xavier’s Return to the Spiritual World 9
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Library of Congress Control Number: TXu1-162-141 Giving Thanks 13
To Serve 14
Spiritual Attachment 15
Main entry under title:
Endearing Gems from Francisco Cândido Xavier Friends and Adversaries 16
1. Religious Philosophy 2. Spiritist Doctrine 3. Christianity Life Goes On 17
ISBN: 0-9742332-6-9 Cooperation 18

Cover Design: Rafael Strafacci Dos Santos Illuminating Paths 19
Logo Design: Flavia Portugal
Forgiveness and Freedom 20
Edited and revised by the Editorial and Publishing Department of the
Spiritist Group of New York (SGNY) and the Spiritist Alliance for Books To Heal our Illnesses 21
(SAB) 2001.
To Be of Assistance 22
The Spiritist Group of New York (SGNY) is a non-profit organization, has To Listen in Silence 23
the sole aim to promote and disseminate the Spiritist Doctrine in English, as
Work as a Remedy 24
codified by Allan Kardec.
The group was officially established on April 12th, 2001. However, the Do not delay your Work 25
members of the group have been earnestly fostering the dissemination of the
The Art of Treating Others 26
Spiritist Doctrine in the United States for over six years.
As a result, a number of its founders and participating members have A Tiny Ant 27
founded The Spiritist Alliance for Books (SAB), which is an organization
Good Will 28
that aims to unite people from all over the world who are willing to
volunteer in the effort of translating spiritist books (which were originally Ill Will 29
written in other languages) into English.
Proceeding with the Gospel 30
The Flea 31
The Golden Moment 32
Fidelity to Jesus and Kardec 33
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The Oldest One 34 To Forgive 79

The Water of Peace 35 Trying to catch him in an gossip 80
Discipline 37 Listening to Chico Xavier 81
Not to Lose 39 The Doctrine is of Peace 82
Intimate Forgiveness 43 Who is the Wealthiest Individual 83
Charity 45 Lucky if you were Chico 84
It will be Sufficient 47 The phenomenon of Death and the Situation of the 86
Our Father 49 Organ Donor
The Action of the Prayer 51 The Superfluous and the Necessary 88
The Remedy 53 Truth 89
And if a I die ahead of you 55 Spiritism 90
Seeds 56 Biography 91
Crises 57 Bibliography 95
Collaborators 59
Taking Positive Step 61
God is with us 63
The harm of mental impulsiveness 64
Sublime source of renovation 65
Medium 66
An orientation from Emmanuel 67
It is excessive Adelino 70
Meditating about Christmas 71
Close contact with the spirits 73
Proof of Reincarnation 74
The Problem of Hunger 75
The importance of Work 76
Today 77
The Lesson of the Supplication 78
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PREFACE With this book, we pay our humble homage to

Mr. Francisco Cândido Xavier. The reader will be
delightfully pleased with some of the enlightening
In the year 2002 we found ourselves in such a messages and examples of his life that have been
great quandary due to the departure of such a dear and illuminating our hearts and giving us the vital
valuable missionary, the true example of self-denial understanding throughout the years of our humble
and love to others, and we could not avoid being service in the name of Our Father.
concerned about the present situation of the spiritists
located in the United States striving for the Jussara Korngold & Marie Levinson
dissemination of the Spiritist Philosophy in the New York – January 2004
Americas. Therefore, we have gathered in this book a
collection of articles, interviews and book excerpts, in
order for the reader of the English speaking countries
to understand and to get to know a little about the
extraordinary person that Francisco (Chico) de Paula
Cândido Xavier was. As Jesus said it is by the fruits
that we know about the quality of the tree, and in the
same manner, it is by the work he left us that we can
see how valuable he was.
From the more than 400 books that were
channeled by Francisco Xavier, so far only three
(Nosso Lar - A Spiritual Home, Life Goes On, and
Christian Agenda) have been translated and published
into English, thanks to the Herculean efforts
accomplished by a small group of dedicated hard-
working Spiritists.1
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“2000 Years Ago” and “Paul and Stephen,” “In the Domain of Mediumship,”
“Disobsession” and “The Messengers.” will soon be available to the
public.
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FRANCISCO XAVIER’S RETURN TO THE

SPIRITUAL WORLD HAPPINESS
“When he immersed in the physical body for the ministry

that he would have to pursue, the future was filled with promises and “Happiness does not come from possessions or
expectations. Working tirelessly, he widened the field of solidarity
lighting the torches of the rational faith that spread through the
power, but rather from a wise and dedicated heart."
uncommon mediumistic testimonies. He illuminated lives that had
become lighthouses and support to so many other existences.
FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER
He has never glorified himself and never become
disheartened, even when he was bombarded by perverse accusations.
He remained faithful to his duty without concerning himself or
presenting any self-defense or justifications for his actions.
Little by little, through his examples, his integrity, his heroic
Christian efforts, he touched and reached out to thousands of people
and their leaders, who had already begun to love him. He became a
role model of behavior, becoming the reliable representative to
receive mediumistically precise information about the spiritual world
and the phenomena of mediumship.
Because of this, he accomplished and achieved an
incomparable mediumistic mandate. His discarnation was gentle and
sweet, allowing his body to appease, He ascended to the loftiest
regions of the infinite, being recognized by JESUS, who lovingly
received him in His goodness, affirming: “Rest for a while, my son,
in order to forget all the sadness on Earth and enjoy the peaceful
pleasures of the Kingdom of Heaven.”
Divaldo P. Franco - Joanna de Ângelis

Psychographed message received, July 2nd, 2002, in Portuguese.
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ACCOMPLISHMENT
SELFISHNESS
“Selfishness causes us to see competitors in “Jesus said: ‘to each one will be granted according
everyone.
to his own work.’ Do not worry about the others,
Fraternity finds brothers and sisters in all.”
except to help them; because the law of God does
FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER not know you for what you observe, but through your
accomplishment.”
ANDRÉ LUIZ - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER
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GIVING THANKS TO SERVE
“Upon arising, thank God for the blessing of life. If “If you have erred, think about the assistance that
you are not in the habit of praying, be composed you can render to others and correct yourself
and recall old thoughts of serenity and optimism for through work. Do not condemn yourself; serve more.
a few moments before resuming activity.” God understands us.”

EMMANUEL - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER
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SPIRITUAL ATTACHMENT
FRIENDS AND ADVERSARIES
“A spirit obsessor exerts upon us an influence

"We need encouraging friends so that we perform
proportional to the attracting weakness in our energy
our duties correctly, and adversaries to help us
field.”
correct our lingering deficiencies."
FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER
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LIFE GOES ON COOPERATION
“Death, to me, means a change of residence without

"For the time being, your cooperation is
loss of individuality, because life goes on carrying
not required in Paradise; without question, your
with it all that we have within ourselves, be it good or
reality at this time is to learn, to love, to help and to
the absence of good. We will pass to the other life
serve right here on Earth.”
with that which we've gained ourselves.”

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ILLUMINATING PATH
“Without good ways, you will live without the trust of
others. FORGIVENESS AND FREEDOM
Without a fortress, you will succumb as you face the first
obstacle on the road.
“Let us learn how to forgive, achieving the freedom
Without positive faith, you will wander without direction.
of service. The act of forgetting evil is
Without dedicating yourself to goodness, you will risk
indispensable if good is to be accomplished.
terrible hardening of your heart. Without noble
examples, you will become useless to the world. Wherever you work, exercise tolerance so that the
Without constructive work, the tedium will deplete your task is not receptive to disturbances.”
energy.
Without your own effort, you will never reach the doors EMMANUEL - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER
to the Higher Realms.
Without hope, your terrestrial nights will be without light.
Without understanding, your way through the shadows
will be painful.
Without a spirit of renouncement, you won't help
illuminate the paths of others.”
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TO HEAL OUR ILLNESSES

TO BE OF ASSISTANCE
“With every new day, we have opportunities to heal “Do whatever you can so that not even one day
our illness or acquire more. Above all, the best goes by without a rendering of aid to one of Nature's
medicine is a healthy will, because a feeble will living creatures.”
weakens the imagination and a feeble imagination
weakens the body. EMMANUEL - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER
A body's disease can create a disease of the soul,

and a disease of the soul can provoke a disease of
the body.”
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TO LISTEN IN SILENCE
WORK AS A REMEDY
“He who has no reason to criticize me deserves no

"Work is the remedy for many ailments of the body
response; whoever does have it, is being truthful,
and soul; but, more so, for the illnesses of the soul.
and we are powerless to go against the truth.
Whoever seeks a useful occupation, be it of
whatever nature, escapes from the ambush that the
This is what Emmanuel has been teaching me. For
obsessing spirits prepare for men on Earth."
this reason, during my entire life I have tried to listen
in silence to the truths and lies that have been said
about me."
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DO NOT DELAY YOUR WORK
THE ART OF TREATING OTHERS
“If I had waited for a more evolved spiritual condition

to be of service, I would, as yet, not have “It saddens me when someone is offensive to me,
commenced." but I would, with certainty, feel worse if I had been
the offender. It is terrible to be hurtful to anyone"!
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GOOD WILL
A TINY ANT “Be very careful, then, how you live.”
Paul (Ephesians, 5:15)
"Who am I, if not the tiniest ant walking on Earth
fulfilling my obligations?" Good will discovers work.
Work creates the renovation.
Renovation finds goodness.
Goodness reveals the spirit of service.
The spirit of service yields understanding.
Understanding achieves humility.
Humility conquers love.
Love generates renunciation.
Renunciation attains the light.
The light realizes self evolvement.
Self evolvement sanctifies the individual.
A sanctified individual converts the world toward God.
By walking prudently, for simple good will, the individual will
reach the Divine Kingdom of the Light.
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ILL WILL PROCEEDING WITH THE GOSPEL

“Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness.”
Paul (Ephesians, 5:11) "Without a doubt, Science has progressed by leaps
Ill will generates shadows. and bounds; but man, who is capable of
The shadows favor stagnancy. constructing robots and guiding them by remote
Stagnancy preserves evil. control, from thousands and thousands of miles
Evil enthrones uselessness. away, is still incapable of repairing the wings of an
Uselessness creates discord.
insect that he, inadvertently injured.”
Discord awakens pride.
“Evolution is not achieved from one instant to the
Pride raises vanity.
next; Brazil is a new country; we still have a lot to
Vanity stirs up inferior passions.
Inferior passions provoke lack of discipline. learn. It is essential to avoid the negative
Lack of discipline maintains the harshness of the heart. experiences of others. Our people are extraordinary;
Harshness of the heart imposes spiritual blindness. but, we still lack maturity. It is imperative that we
Spiritual blindness leads to the precipice. proceed with the Gospel, because the nations that
By involving himself in fruitless endeavors of
repel it, are all declining due to the excess in
incomprehension due to simple ill will, the individual can roll
intelligence."
indefinitely toward the precipice of the shadows.
EMMANUEL - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER

EXCERPTED FROM THE BOOK O EVANGELHO DE CHICO XAVIER,
BY CARLOS BACCELLI
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THE FLEA THE GOLDEN MOMENT
“Once upon a time a lady said to Chico: “When difficulties multiply around you, causing you
‘Chico, I have already figured out what I was during embarrassments and struggles…
apostolic times.’ When the vicissitudes appear to be so unbearable,
And before he could reply, she added: that abandoning your obligations seems to be the
‘I was a martyr. I died in an arena devoured by a only way out…
lion. And what about you Chico, do you already Then, and only then, will you have reached the
know who you were?’ golden moment to give testimony of your faith,
‘Ah! My sister, I was a flea on the lion.’” because serving and acting upon facing fatigue and
tribulations, you can be assured that due to your
FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER work and dedication, God will come to your aid with
EXCERPTED FROM THE BOOK CHICO DE FRANCISCO
the unanticipated assistance and the unexpected
light.”
FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER - MEIMEI
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THE OLDEST ONE

FIDELITY TO JESUS AND KARDEC
A lady who was a “pass-giver” for many years in the
Dr. Elias Barbosa, in his book “No Mundo de Chico Xavier” Spiritist Center approached Chico and asked him
(In the World of Chico Xavier), 5th edition, Institute of
whether she was not too old and too tired to
Spiritist Diffusion-IDE, page 69, Chico Xavier was asked:
continue this task, and added:
“Look, I would like Emmanuel’s opinion, O.K.?”
“Has Emmanuel already mentioned Allan Kardec?”
And the great apostle answered:
“I remember that, in one of his first contacts with me, “Chico, tell our sister that the oldest among us all is
Emmanuel told me that he intended to work by my side for a God and that He is still not tired.
long time, but that I should above all seek the teachings of
Jesus and the lessons of Allan Kardec. He said in addition, FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER
that if by any chance, he advised me about anything that EXCERPTED FROM THE BOOK CHICO DE FRANCISCO
was not in accordance with the words of Jesus and Kardec
that I should remain with Jesus and Kardec, and overlook
him.”

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At the end of two weeks, he told his discarnate

THE WATER OF PEACE
mother about his failure in this search.
His mother, Maria, smiled and informed him:

“With reference to mediumship, heated discussions
surrounded Chico. “You do not need to travel far in search for it. You
can procure this remedy in your own home. The Water of
“It is; it is not.”
Peace can be found in the tap water.”
“I saw; I did not see.”
When someone provokes you into irritability, have a
And the medium sometimes went through long glass of water, drink a little and conserve the rest in your
annoyances trying to explain, yet not being understood. mouth. Don't swallow it or dispose of it. While the temptation
Therefore, when he prayed, quite often he felt of answering persists, keep the water bathing the tongue....
discouraged and quite disheartened. One fine day, the Spirit This is The Water of Peace.”
of Maria João de Deus appeared to him and advised:
“My son, to cure these anxieties you must utilize the FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER
Water of Peace.” EXCERPTED FROM THE BOOK CHICO DE FRANCISCO
LINDOS CASOS DE CHICO XAVIER - RAMIRO GAMA.
The medium, satisfied, looked for this medication in
all the pharmacies of Pedro Leopoldo. But he couldn’t find
it. Then, he decided to seek for it in Belo Horizonte.
However, still in vain.
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“You will not be abandoned,” said Emmanuel, “but in

DISCIPLINE
order for this to happen it is necessary that you work, study
and be committed to righteousness.”
At the end of 1931 in a late afternoon Chico, was
“And do you think that I am ready to fulfill this
praying under the shade of a tree next to a dam, a very
commitment?” asked Chico.
picturesque place in the north exit of Pedro Leopoldo, when
“Very much so. If you apply yourself respectfully to
he saw, at a short distance, a great luminous cross.
the three basic rules for the service”
Little by little, within the formation of rays, someone
And since the Benefactor remained silent, Chico
appeared.
asked him:
It was a likeable spirit, wearing a gown similar to
“Which is the first rule?
those of the priests, who talked to him affectionately.
The reply came firmly:
No one is completely sure about what they
”Discipline.”
discussed during this afternoon, but Chico says that this
“And what is the second?
was the first time he meet Emmanuel in his current life.
”Discipline.”
He says that at a certain point of the conversation,
“And the third one?”
the spiritual guide asked him: “Are you really willing to work
”Discipline.”
with mediumship according to the Gospel of Jesus?” “Yes, if
The Spiritual friend bid farewell and the medium
the good Spirits do not abandon me,” answered the
became aware that a new task was commencing for him.
medium.
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That I do not lose my EQUILIBRIUM,

NOT TO LOSE knowing that countless forces desire my downfall.
May God not permit me to lose my ROMANTICISM,

That I do not lose the WILL TO LOVE,
though knowing that roses do not speak.
though knowing that the person that I love best,
may not share the same feelings for me.
That I do not lose my OPTIMISM,
though knowing that the future that awaits us is not a happy
That I do not lose the LIGHT and the BRILLIANCE OF MY
one.
EYES,
though knowing that many things that I will see in the world,
That I do not lose my WILL TO LIVE,
will darken my vision.
though knowing that life is, in many moments, painful.
That I do not lose my ENTHUSIASM,

That I do not lose my interest in MAKING GOOD FRIENDS,
though knowing that defeat and loss
though knowing that, as the world turns,
are two extremely dangerous adversaries.
they wind up departing from our lives.
That I do not lose my REASONING,

That I do not lose the will to HELP PEOPLE,
though knowing that the temptations of life are countless
though knowing that many of them are unable to see,
and delightful.
to recognize and to return this help.
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That I do not lose the SENSE OF JUSTICE,

though knowing that the one harmed could be me. That I do not lose the will to be GREAT,
though knowing that the world is small.
That I do not lose the STRENGTH OF MY EMBRACE, And above all...
though aware that one day my arms will be weak.
That I never forget that God loves me infinitely,
That I do not lose the BEAUTY and THE HAPPINESS OF that a small grain of happiness and hope within each one is
SIGHT, capable of changing and transforming anything, because
though knowing that a lot of tears will drop from my eyes
and flow from my soul. LIFE is CONSTRUCTED in our DREAMS
And is SUMMED UP IN LOVE!
That I do not lose the LOVE FOR MY FAMILY,
though knowing that many times it would demand Lovingly,
incredible efforts on my part to maintain its harmony. FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER
That I do not lose the will of GIVING THIS TREMENDOUS

LOVE
that exists in my heart,
though knowing that often it will be subjected and even
rejected.
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successes, public outcry and humiliation in the public

INTIMATE FORGIVENESS square, in order to appear as actors of dramatizing
benevolence, in spite of our obligation to practice goodness
and to overlook evil.
When referring to forgiveness, the usual classic Let us learn to be forgiving – but we must forgive
scene comes to mind wherein we have to confront our with sincerity in our heart and in our mind – all the pinpricks
adversaries, displaying magnanimity and goodness toward and misfortunes, annoyances and disgusts appearing in the
them, as if we could get along without the tolerance of intimate circle of our personal relationships, perpetuating
others. genuine goodness to become upright citizens. Only then,
The matter, however, affects us in diverse forms, we will be able to practice the forgiveness that Jesus taught
particularly in those that are related to our daily life. us. And if the Master recommended that we should forgive
If we could not forgive the errors of our beloved our enemies seventy times seven, how many times should
ones, and if we could not be forgiven for the mistakes that we forgive the friends who are the cause of the happiness in
we commit against them, frankly, the common existence our lives?
would be impracticable, inasmuch as irritations and Certainly, Jesus was remiss in this question because
bitterness duly added would reach a sufficient level to our friends need us, as much as we need them, and, as a
provoke premature death to anyone. result, with interlaced hearts in the way of life, it is essential
We need to practice much more forgiveness in our to recognize that between true friends, any occurrence will
home than in the outside arena, and much more reciprocal be a reason for learning, sincerely, to bless, to understand,
cooperation in the environment wherein we are called upon to love and to be of assistance.
to participate, than in the hectic environments of the world.
To aid ourselves, all of us need to cultivate genuine FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER
understanding and further constructive assistance, in the EXCERPTED FROM THE BOOK ALMA E CORAÇÃO
systematic support of our families, neighbors, superiors and
subordinates, customers and associates, and we have to
observe constant respect for the private lives of our close
friends; to observe tolerance toward our beloved ones, with
patience and forgiveness overlooking any offences that may
assault our hearts. We should not wait for calamitous
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CHARITY For the disinherited of Earth, it is a tender expression.

Charity is love, in an incessant and increased manifestation.
Charity is, above all, friendship
It is the Sun of a thousand faces, shining upon all; it is the
For one who is hungry, it is a plate of soup genii of a thousand hands, aiding, indistinctly in the work of
For one who is sad, it is a consoling word. goodness…
For one who is evil, it is the patience that we must achieve ...wherever you may be, among the just or the unjust, the
to be of assistance. good or the evil, happiness or unhappiness... wherever the
Spirit of the Lord is present, there will the perpetual clarity
For one who is desperate, it is the heartfelt aid.
for the benefit of the entire human race be scattered.
For one who is ignorant, it is an unpretentious teaching.
Never forget that charity is the heart in your gesture, and,
For one who is ungrateful, it is to forget. wherever there is charity, there we will find the presence of
For one who is ill, it is a personal visit. God.
For the student, it is a learning opportunity.
For the children, it is constructive support.
For the elderly, it is a brotherly shoulder.
For the antagonist, it is the silence.
For a friend, it is the stimulus.
For one who is misguided, it is understanding.
For one who is proud, it is humility.
For one who is hotheaded, it is calm.
For one who is lazy, it is work without imposition.
For the impulsive, it is serenity.
For the thoughtless, it is tolerance.
For the slanderer, it is a kind remark.
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IT WILL BE SUFFICIENT unlimited compassion over the notches that are lanced on
the path, always following.
Do not feel hurt, nor condemn anyone. Be quiet, bless, and
The more you know, the better you can see yourself and be be of service for the good of all.
more capable of observing others.
In order to correct ourselves and readjust before the
If you have already reached similar areas of discernment, principles of truth and love, it will be enough, merely to be
consider the incomprehension you feel that you are the living.
object of, through the inner glasses that confer you a higher
spiritual vision.
When you are facing someone who by chance hurts you, MEIMEI - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER
EXCERPTED FROM THE BOOK PALAVRAS DO CORAÇÃO
remember the obstacles that you have overcome, the
illusions that you have surpassed and the bitterness, which
you have already stored in the archives of your memory
with your recommendation to peace and to forgetfulness.
Acting in this manner, you will observe in your companions,
who may slander you, immature and sick hearts that it is
necessary to tolerate, so that you do not become enmeshed
in the labyrinth of useless afflictions.
Upon confronting any offenses, use mercy, employing
silence and you will attract the light so that all shadows are
dissolved. This one will ridicule your gestures of kindness,
that one will attribute to you the authority over faults of
which you are unaware, another will expose your previous
wrongs doings to public contempt and still another will stone
you without reason.
Do not complain about anything. Through the measure of
our personal struggles, it will be possible for us to extend
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OUR FATHER instant in our lives, we are obliged to recognize that the
most beautiful name that we can attribute to the Supreme
When we suddenly awaken to reasoning, we finally Lord is exactly the one that Jesus taught us in His Divine
encounter the living traces of God’s Goodness all around prayer:
us. “OUR FATHER.”
His immense affection manifested towards us is in the Sun
that warms us, providing the sustenance and joy to all
beings and all things; MEIMEI - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER
EXCERPTED FROM THE BOOK PAI NOSSO
in the clouds that shower rain for Nature’s contentment; in
waters from the rivers and the fountains, that run for the
benefit of the cities, the fields and the flocks;
in the bread that feeds us; in the delightful sweetness of the
wind that refreshes us;
in the goodness of the trees that extend their generous
branches to us, in the form of arms full of blessings;
in the flowers that permeate and perfume the atmosphere;
in the tenderness yet secure safety of our homes;
in the assistance provided by our parents, our brothers and
our friends who aid us in overcoming the difficulties of the
world and of life, and in the quiet silence of Providence,
which guarantees us the conservation of health and of
spiritual inner peace.
Many men of science intend to define God for us, but, when
we recognize the protection the Almighty provided in our
paths and our accomplishments on Earth, during every
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THE ACTION OF PRAYER THE REMEDY
On one particular night Chico was exceedingly tired,

You are a farmer; the other is a field. and, at the usual hour for his prayers, Maria João de Deus,
You plant; the other produces. appeared before him.
You are the granary; the other is the customer. “Mother,” begs Chico to the affectionate spirit, “how
You supply; the other acquires. can I achieve victory in the fulfillment of my duties?”
You are the actor; the other is the public.
You represent; the other observes. “My son, I only know one medication for this
You are the word; the other is the microphone. purpose, and that is to serve.”
You speak; the other transmits. “But what about the difficulties of disagreements and
You are the artist; the other is the instrument. discord with others? How can I spread the blessings of
You play; the other responds. Spiritism to those who do not desire them, if, quite often,
You are the landscape; the other is the objective. upon offering the best that we possess, we only receive
You appear; the other photographs. ingratitude and criticism in return?”
You are the event; the other is the notification.
“Service to others is the Solution.”
You act; the other records the accounting.
Assist as much as you can. “However, there are people who are antagonistic and
Practice goodness toward everyone. gratuitously dislike us. They misinterpret our best intentions,
Yours is the desire to follow to God. antagonize us unreasonably and make the minutest work
However, between God and you, your fellow-being is the difficult... What can you tell me about this? Do you believe
bridge. there is any recourse to achieve peace among all of us?”
The Creator takes care of his children, by way of the “Yes, there is a way and that is to be always of
children. service to others.”
This is the reason that you are the prayer, but your merit
lies in the others. “Then, do you consider that for all evils encountered
in life, this is the true remedy?”
ANDRÉ LUIZ - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER “Yes, my son, the essential remedy. Without learning
to serve, even when we have good intentions, all our efforts
will be mere words that the world consumes.”
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And, after relaying this prescription, the spirit of

Maria departed as one who had no further remedy to AND IF I DIE AHEAD OF YOU
divulge.
If I happen to die ahead of you, please do me a favor:
FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER Shed as many tears as you wish, but do not be upset with
God for having taken me away.
LINDOS CASOS DE CHICO XAVIER - RAMIRO GAMA. If you do not wish to cry, don’t cry for me.
.
If you cannot cry, do not be upset.
If you feel the desire to laugh, then laugh.
If some friends have discussions about me, hear them out
and add your version.
If they praise me intensively, modify their exaggeration.
If they criticize me extensively, come to my defense.
If they wish to consider me a saint merely because I passed
away, explain to them that I was a little bit of a saint, but
was far from being the saint that they depicted me to be.
If they want to make me out as a demon, advise them that,
perhaps I had a little bit of demon in me, but that during my
entire life I sincerely tried to be a good person.
I hope to be with HIM long enough to remain being useful to
you, wherever you are.
If you feel like writing something about me, say only one
thing:
"He was my friend, he believed in me and he wanted me to
be closer to God"
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Then you can shed a tear.

I will not be present to dry it away, but it does not matter. SEEDS
Other friends will do it for me.
And upon visualizing myself well replaced, I will endeavor to Let your words of faith landing in the soil of the hearts be
carry on with my new tasks in the Heavens. seeds of the future.
However, every now and then, please take a brief glance in Charity is also the spreading of hope and courage to friends
God’s direction. who are on the verge of being discouraged, in their
You will not see me, but I would be very happy to see you struggles for the victory of goodness.
looking up at HIM. Whenever possible, throw a petal of love and optimism to
And, when the time arrives for you to travel to the Father, those around you, who are awakening to the knowledge of
then, without any veil to separate us, we shall live with God, Spiritual Life.
the friendship that on Earth has prepared us for HIM. The wind of time will transport what you said for the good of
Do you believe in these matters? others and from your words the fruits of peace and blessing
will surge around you, enveloping you in vibrations of trust
Then pray, so that we can live as one who knows that he is and joy.
going to die one day, so that we can die as one who knew
to live in righteousness.
Friendship only makes sense if it brings Heaven closer to EMMANUEL - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER
us. EXCERPTED FROM THE BOOK NÓS
But, if I happen to die ahead of you, I do believe I will not

feel uneasy in Heaven…
As being your friend…is already a small piece of it... "
From the book "Parnaso de Além-Túmulo", published
in 1932, first psychographic book of Francisco Cândido
Xavier.
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CRISES Man will confront many difficulties.

Christians will face successive testimonies.
The lesson of Jesus, in this passage from the Gospel, is For this reason we encounter, in the service of the Divine
one of the most expressive. Master, the crisis of the cross, which was followed by the
The Master was about to experience the abandonment of eternal blessing of the resurrection. When you find yourself
loved ones, the ingratitude of the beneficiaries of prior days, facing incredible difficulties, remember that the Lord has
the irony of the multitude, the scorn from the public, and the conducted you to similar situations of sacrifice, considering
capital punishment on the cross; however he knew that he the probability of your exaltation, and do not forget that
was there for this purpose, according to the designs of the every crisis is a sublime opportunity for the renewal of the
Eternal one. spirit of those who know how to have hope.
He asks the Father for His protection and submits as would
a faithful son. EMMANUEL - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER
He examines the gravity of the present hour; however, EXCERPTED FROM THE BOOK VINHA DE LUZ
recognizes the urgency of the testimony.
All lives on Earth will be affected in similar proceedings in
the infinite scale of the individual’s required experiences.
All living beings and things prepare themselves, recognizing
the crisis that is coming. It is actually the crises that will
decide the future.
The land awaits the tilling.
The ore will be sent to the crucible.
The trees will experience the pruning.
The worm will submit to the solar rays.
The birds will confront storms.
The herd of sheep will prepare for their shearing.
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COLLABORATORS All of them will study and analyze you and require your
support, assistance, affection and understanding.
You will come across those who have fortitude and
You will initiate and prepare the collaborators for the task sufficient energy to sustain your flights of faith. However, in
that the world has confided to you. greater number, you will encounter others who you will be
You will realize that in order to receive and to attend to their obliged to support and to complement: the weak who will
needs thoroughly and with understanding, it will be withdraw at the first sign of any required sacrifice; those
necessary to enlighten them, without regard for yourself, who render extreme devotion to social preconceptions, and
with the sweat of self-denial. are incapable of independent thinking, when confronting
circumstances that demand they speak openly in behalf of
You will recognize that the work must be cultivated in your their testimony; the opportunists who are primarily
own personal living environment, and, once born, cared for concerned with their own personal gain prior to fulfilling their
and attended to like a fragile humble vegetable, requiring obligations; the violent ones who fall into extremism in their
your constant attention and devotion in order to be reactions to the slightest pinches of criticism, and the many
consolidated and live. others who appear and disappear from the task, amidst
You will also observe that much like a plague, the frost and promises and indecisiveness.
inclement weather will threaten the plants in their growth To all, as often as possible, you will treat with utmost
whose ultimate aim is to aid the cropper; in addition, consideration and service, concentrating above all on the
jealousy, indifference, lack of appreciation and irritability will task, rather than in yourself.
constitute dangers for the existence of the collaborators that
you require for the execution of the mandate that life will You will have love for your collaborators and you will learn
compel you to fulfill. to guide them patiently and with goodness, recognizing that
just as occurs to you, only with the forges of the work and
You will observe them in all situations and will encounter time, each one of them will reveal the true extent of their
them in all types. ideals and the strength of their actions.
It is indispensable that you be well aware of this, in order to EMMANUEL - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER
be qualified to participate in the complex art of harmonizing
EXCERPTED FROM THE BOOK ENCONTRO MARCADO
the diverse dispositions and tendencies that they bring forth,
in favor of the group’s efficiency.
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TAKING POSITIVE STEPS who are facing far greater difficulties than yours.
Complete your prior unfulfilled tasks that may be causing
these clouds of discouragement.
When you find yourself on the verge of despair,
Be assured that we are all marching forward,
quicken your steps forward inhibiting your pause.
overcoming problems and struggles, as we acquire
Pray, to God for more light
experience,
In order to overcome the shadows. Life accepts our pauses for the restoration of our energy,
Do something positive, but it does not accept any moments of inertia
beyond the weakness that you may find within yourself.
Read an enlightening message
that may heighten your reasoning
in the constructive variance of ideas. ANDRÉ LUIZ - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER
Be in contact with people EXCERPTED FROM THE BOOK BUSCA E ACHARÁS
whose conversation will enhance
your inner spiritual self.
Seek out an environment
that would be conducive to receiving ennobling inspirations.
Do someone a favor, particularly to someone who you have
been avoiding for a long time.
Go visit a friend, who is ill,
seeking a little comfort in those
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GOD IS WITH US
THE HARM OF MENTAL IMPULSIVENESS
"Perhaps today everything seems to be against you,

but you will continue understanding and acting, in The first harm that mental impulsiveness imposes upon us
support of goodness, keeping the certainty that God is that of holding back the trust of others toward us.
is with us and that tomorrow will be another day..."
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SUBLIME SOURCE OF RENOVATION

MEDIUM
A message channeled by the medium Francisco
Cândido Xavier, from “end to end,” in English, in the It is said that Chico was once asked about what the
headquarters of Mineira Spiritist Union, in April 4th of 1937. future of Spiritism in Brazil would be if he were no longer
"Every crisis is a sublime source of renovation to the able to work as a medium, to which he replied:
spirit of those who know how to maintain hope. "My son, mediums are like grass, the more you pull
"I believe that if we, as people, were educated in them out of the soil, the more they grow."
reciprocal tolerance, with respect for authority, for persistent
work, without conflicts between entrepreneurs and workers, FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER
if we all became united in understanding the necessities of
the spiritual values in each one’s life, or in each social
group, we would have an extremely happier country."
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AN ORIENTATION FROM EMMANUEL "If the relative idea of something positive has jumped
silently into your mind, do not ask excessive questions of
Carlos Baccelli
others regarding the way of putting it into action.
Talking to Chico about the administrative problems Commence the work and your own dedication will draw to
encountered in a spiritist institution, when quite often we are you the friends who will collaborate with you, and assist you
more interested in disputing positions, than assuming tasks, in your thinking and the best manner of achieving its
in an effort to have our point of view prevail rather than the development."
doctrinal point of view, he transmitted to us a valuable Unfortunately, there are many plans that never leave
message of orientation from Emmanuel: the paper and others that do not materialize or become
"Our Emmanuel says that in the executive position concrete because of the so-called "perfectionists," that are
composed of three elements, the minimum required by law, constantly creating difficulties in their minutest forms and
in any administrative meeting promoted, one of them should pointing out imperfections that they do not try to eliminate,
be traveling and another should not be able to attend. Thus, simply because they have not, as yet, learned the simple
the work will continue ahead as there would be LITTLE act of "rolling up their sleeves" and getting to work...
DISCUSSION and MUCH MORE WORK Emmanuel’s orientation does not disregard the
ACCOMPLISHED. principle of authority that must exist within our institutions
Upon reflecting over the orientation from this deeply and it is not an absolute invitation toward an executive
esteemed Spiritual Benefactor, one can conclude that he is, revolt. It is rather, an alert, so that we can be more practical
in fact, absolutely correct, inasmuch as many board and have more objectivity as we encounter in the Spiritist
meetings wind up in endless controversy, postponing Doctrine. In this manner, we are not allowing extreme
important decisions for future meetings, when they do not formality to annul our spontaneous actions toward
wind up creating a climate of permanent animosity between goodness.
the members of the group. (...) The wise orientation by We know of friends who are victims of the envy of
Emmanuel also leads us to recall a small message that was those who do not work and keep others from working. They
channeled by Chico Xavier, entitled "Ready to Act", inserted are adepts of the well known clichés: "It is not going to
in the "Book of Answers,” that has been inspiring the work work..."; "This is dangerous"; "Let us wait; "You do not have
of many, stimulating them into transforming this theory into the required experience"; "I will not participate in this"; etc...
action.
Those who have executive positions need to use
discernment, so that they do not result in becoming a
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“hurdle along the way." It was for this reason that Jesus IT IS EXCESSIVE…ADELINO
said: that the one who wants to be the greater in the
Kingdom of Heavens, let he be the one to serve all. He,
When we were organizing the establishment of our
himself, carrying a towel, wash the feet of the disciples.
Spiritist Center, our inexperience led us to create by-laws
The one who occupies an executive position in and articles composed of unnecessary things. There was an
Spiritism also needs to observe humility, seeking respect executive branch and a representative body composed of
through his examples and not through the authority that his nine individuals elected to a life long position.
position confers him.
Can you imagine all the deliberation, each individual
There we see the natural leadership of Chico Xavier, offering his personal opinions, and arguments? Due to so
a leadership achieved through 61 years of self-denial and many opinions the Center became stagnant. Upon
resignation. consulting with Chico Xavier regarding our situation, he
Considering himself, as one of the most insignificant responded:
servants of Jesus, his life is a guidance of blessings for “Jesus called upon twelve apostles to remodel the
those who desire to be more righteous and to err less, thus entire world. You want nine to serve Mirassol alone”!
eliminating from their souls the old lodgers known by the
names of "personalism," "vanity," "ambition," and "pride"... EXCERPTED FROM THE MAGAZINE
BUSCA E ACHARÁS - OUTUBRO DE 2000
It is not to the title of president or medium that we
should aspire in an institution, but rather, the title of servant!
Let us analyze this orientation from Emmanuel in
depth, to assert if it does not apply to us, or to the institution
that, due to the grace of the Father, remains under our
guidance.
EXCERPTED FROM THE MAGAZINE
FLAMA ESPÍRITA, Nº 2571
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MEDITATING ABOUT CHRISTMAS He does not feel offended by the accusations or pain
inflicted by Saul’s incomprehension, that pursued Him, and
He visits him at the gates of Damascus, delivering to him
In the exaltation of the Lord’s Christmas, let’s the position of emissary of His Grace, crowning him of
maintain our faith in Jesus, without forgetting the faith Jesus eternal clarities.
has in us. The faith and optimism of Jesus commenced at his
Jesus would not have descended from his holy coming in the simple manger and continue, until today,
communion with the Angels, without having a positive trust assisting us and redeeming us, day after day.
in mankind. In living the joys of Christmas, let us remember the
It is for this reason that from the Simplicity and Master's trust in us and let us become fond of His work of
Happiness of the manger, to the Cross of Renunciation and love and light, taking it as the starting point of our own
of Death, we witness His preoccupation over the recovery of existence.
human beings. The Master invites us to the task that the Gospel
Jesus invites humble fishermen to His saving assigns to us.
ministry transforming them into lawyers of human In the first three centuries of Christianity, the pupils
redemption. heard His celestial revelation; they stood up serving Him
He goes to the encounter of Magdalena, who was with blood and suffering, affliction and tears.
possessed by the adversaries of goodness, and converts Let us, in turn, be willing to consecrate our lives as
her into a messenger of the light. well, taking into consideration the moral credit that His
He calls upon Zaqueus, who was deeply involved attitude toward us signifies.
in the pleasures of the material possessions, and Let us learn, let us work and let us serve, until the
transforms him into a conscious and just administrator. day, as has happened to old Simon, of the Glad Tidings, we
He does not feel disappointed upon facing Pedro's can exclaim in the face of the Divine Presence:
denial, and in him He builds the faithful apostle that would “Now, Lord, dismiss in peace your servant,
defend the Gospel through the martyrdom and the according to your word, because, truly, my eyes have
crucifixion. already seen salvation.”
He is not troubled by the doubts of Tomé and
elevates him to the position of valiant missionary, who
sustains His cause, until the supreme sacrifice. EMMANUEL - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER
EXCERPTED FROM THE BOOK
ANTOLOGIA MEDIÚNICA DE NATAL
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PROOF OF REINCARNATION
CLOSE CONTACT WITH SPIRITS
Question: What is the most concrete proof that
Francisco Cândido Xavier points out about reincarnation?
Question: What has the close contact with spirits Chico Xavier: “The logic in understanding the
taught you? inequality among human beings. Why there are some who
Chico Xavier - "I believe that the most important are reborn into suffering in a much worse condition than
thing my daily communications and contacts with the Spirits, others? We cannot accept the existence of a divine
during the past 60 years, has taught me concerns my injustice! God’s justice is supreme. Therefore, our
personal relationship with my fellow human beings. “ imbalances are due to ourselves. If I had committed a
“Having attended only the first few years of crime, if I had injured someone, it is only natural that if I had
schooling, these courses did not provide me with the proper not paid up my moral debt, during the short life span in my
psychological guidance to assist me in my understanding of prior existence, it is justified that I pay up for these debts in
others. The Spiritual Friends have taught me cautiousness another existence. Otherwise, we would visualize God as a
and charity in order to respect the rights of my neighbors dictator, distributing medals to some and distributing
and to maintain my inner peace. Essentially, these values suffering to others; this would be absolutely inadmissible."
have been and continue to be the best source of
enlightenment that I have received through my contact with
them, enhancing my continue relationship with the brothers
and sisters on this human journey. This, because it is my
duty to accept them as they actually are, dispensing the
truth in any available conversation, without hurting or
harming anyone. The Spiritual Friends say that the attitudes
of consideration and constructive tolerance towards our
fellow beings, of any kind, make us more aware that we
require their cooperation for our own benefit."

Revista Espírita -Nº 1
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THE PROBLEM OF HUNGER THE IMPORTANCE OF WORK
The reply of Chico Xavier to a person who, upon A certain lady, who was the president of a large
observing a needy person drinking soup, asked him: charitable institution died and the friend who was asked to
“Do you believe that distributing a plate of soup to replace her, asked Chico whether he was prepared to
the needy ones is going to solve the problem of hunger in assume that task or not.
the world? Here was the reply:
Chico, without blinking answered:
“None of us is prepared to carry out the work of the
“The bath also does not solve the problem of
Christ. However, this should not be an excuse to avoid
hygiene in the world, but nevertheless we cannot dispense
fulfilling the task or to remain in inertia, but rather to accept
with it.
the work, offering Jesus the best that we can give. This,
because we still are not angels, but rather, human beings in
EXCERPTED FROM THE MAGAZINE great need of working for Jesus, to whom we must offer the
Busca e Acharás - June 2000
best that we have.

Busca e Acharás - October 2000
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TODAY THE LESSON OF THE SUPPLICATION:
"Perhaps today everything seems to be against you, but

continue your understanding and action, supporting One particular night, Chico was feeling disheartened
goodness, while maintaining the certainty that God is with by the many obstacles confronting him and he prayed,
us and that tomorrow will be another day..." before going to sleep, pleading to Jesus for the solution of
the multiple problems that were tormenting him.
ANDRÉ LUIZ - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER He had been already dedicated to his petitions in
prayer for over forty minutes, when his mother, Maria João
of God had appeared and told him kindly:
“My son, pray, because without prayer we cannot
achieve the renewal of our spiritual strength. Pay attention
that it will not be by the quantity of words that your prayer
will be attended to,” said the maternal spirit.
“Then, how should I give my supplication?” – asked
the disappointed medium.
“You know that Jesus also asked something from
us...” - the maternal spirit said.
“Yes, Jesus recommends humility, patience, faith in
ourselves, a good disposition, charity and love for our
neighbors in the fulfillment of our duties.
“Therefore let us do toward Jesus what he asks from
us and Jesus in return will give to us what we need.
Alright?”
And upon receiving the lesson Chico learned that to
pray is not merely to talk and to move our lips indefinitely.
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TO FORGIVE
Izaías Claro
TRYING TO CATCH HIM GOSSIPING
"Once upon a time, a lady who belonged to a very
complicated family, with an aggressive husband and Always being tested by many people: physicians,
children who drove her crazy, complained to Chico Xavier. scientists, journalists, parapsychologists and so many
“I cannot withstand it any longer; I am on the verge of others, without ever achieving their intent, some
exploding!” companions attempt "to catch him" in a gossip. They seek
“My daughter” – the dedicated medium said, “Jesus him and said:
recommended that we must forgive not only seven times, “Chico, do you know that there is a wealthy woman
but seventy times seven.” that belongs to the society of Uberaba who is doing
“Look Chico, I am aware of the amount and I have something that is inadmissible? During the days that we
already forgiven my relatives over four hundred and ninety distributed soup and other provisions to the poor, she,
times. I have already done enough.” unashamed of herself, also gets in the receiving line, drink s
”Well, my daughter, Emmanuel is by my side and he of the soup and still takes some of the provisions home with
asks me to tell you that we must to forgive seventy times her. It is shameful!”
seven in each type of offence. There is still much more to Chico responds:
forgive. “My children, what a display of humility from this
“To forgive our enemies is to ask forgiveness for our lady! She stands in line, withstanding the sun or rain and,
own selves; to forgive our friends is a proof of friendship; to patiently waits her turn to get provisions!”
forgive the offences of others is to confirm and demonstrate
that you have become a better person.” EXCERPTED FROM THE BOOK NOSSO AMIGO CHICO
XAVIER - LUCIANO DA COSTA E SILVA
EXCERPTED FROM THE BIS - INFORMATIVE BULLETIN
SEARA - YEAR II Nº 20 DROPS OF LIGHT - JULY, AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER OF
1999
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LISTENING TO CHICO XAVIER THE DOCTRINE IS OF PEACE
QUESTION – How does the Spiritist Doctrine justify In one of the last Friday meetings in which Chico
the deaths by the thousands caused by wars, floods, and Xavier participated at the "Spiritist Group of the Prayer", we
from all types of catastrophe? overheard him commenting with some friends from São
Chico Xavier - They are expiations that we acquire Paulo:
collectively according to our karmic debts. Sometimes we "The doctrine is of peace... Emmanuel has taught
undertake destructive moves against a community or me not to waste my time arguing. Everything passes...
toward an individual; sometimes we do so in groups. At the People can think whatever they wish about me - they think
propitious time, and already more mature, we reincarnate in and they continue to discuss. I am only trying to fulfill my
order to pay-up our debts, congregating in large groups duties as a medium. Some people write articles making
where one is an accomplice with the other in the same fault, insinuations about the messages I channeled through the
because the Law of God is the Law of God, composed of spirits... What can I do? We belong to a doctrine that
justice and mercy. respects free speech. I must continue working. My
commitment is with the spirit world. I do not intend to be a
EXCERPTED FROM THE BOOK: "Chico Xavier - Dos Hippies aos leader of anything. I am conscientious and conscious that I
problemas do mundo" have tried to do my best and I am grateful to our Spiritual
News of the GEAL - monthly Bulletin - November 1995 Benefactors for not having allowed me to live a useless life.
Some day, we will better understand the need for a more
profound union - when we feel threatened by the various
intolerant religions that are growing intensively.
JORNAL O IDEAL - Nº 56 - JANEIRO DE 2000 -

CHICO NO LÁPIS DE BACCELLI
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WHO IS THE WEALTHIEST INDIVIDUAL? LUCKY YOU IF YOU WERE CHICO

Once, a friend approached the interpreter of
"Parnaso from Beyond the Tomb" and asked him:
“Chico, according to you, who would you consider to In a bookstore in the city of Belo Horizonte, I was
be the wealthiest individual?” assisting a customer, who as a result of the constant
As if he were hearing the voice of Emmanuel in the compliments he had heard about Chico Xavier, was
innermost recesses of his soul, the medium answered: overcome with admiration for the medium. Therefore, with
“In my opinion, the wealthiest person in the world is great interest he read all the books channeled by the
the one who has the fewestneeds...” medium from the spirits Emmanuel, Andre Luiz, Néio Lúcio,
Posing another question, the friend asked: Brother X, and had an intense interest in meeting the
“And who is the most just and wise?” psycographic medium from the city of Pedro Leopoldo,
With the same spontaneity, Chico replied: personally.
“The most just and wise, is the one who fulfills all his Quite often, he asked the customers:
duties.” “But – the companion insisted, certainly, interested “Please, do me the great favor of pointing Chico out
in some revelation that would make his life easier - what to me as soon as he shows up here.”
you are telling me is obvious!” One afternoon, as soon as Aloísio that was his
Displaying the fraternal smile, he always maintained name, reiterated to somebody the order, to point Chico out
in order to attend to those who looked to him for to him, Chico enters in the Bookstore.
clarifications, Chico responded; All of those who were present were overtaken by a
“My son, everything that is in the Gospel is the mixture of surprise and happiness, except Aloísio. They all
obvious. There are no mysteries or secrets for the salvation hugged the medium, asking him about the news. Then,
of the soul. There is nothing more obvious than the Truth! someone tells Aloísio:
However,, our problem is that we want to reach the “Weren’t you anxious to meet our Chico?”
Heavens without following the obvious here on Earth “Yes, I am looking forward for this moment of
happiness....”
FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER “Well then he is here!”
Excerpt from the book “Aprendendo com Chico Upon looking him over, Aloísio finds him to appear
Xavier,” by Carlos Baccelli so simple, so simply dressed, and so disappointing.
And hugging the admired psychographer medium in
return, with an air of one who says a truth and is not a fool,
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to believe in such nonsense: “Lucky you if you were Chico, THE PHENOMENON OF DEATH AND THE
lucky you!” SITUATION OF THE ORGAN DONOR
‘And Chico, realizing that Aloísio could not believe
that he was truly Chico, due to his simple manner of What are we to think about the situation of the one
presenting himself, answered, candidly: who donates his organs, upon the moment of the death,
“You are right, how I wish... since his physical instrument will be deprived of an
Then, bidding farewell, he left with simplicity and important part?
kindness, leaving them all with a great lesson that later
would be better understood by all, and particularly by Chico – It is the same as occurs with someone who
Aloísio. donates his organic resources to an anatomical study,
without any repercussion to the spirit that moves away – so
BUSCA E ACHARÁS - OCTOBER 2000 to say, from his material capsule.
Andre Luiz explains that with the exception of certain
cases of deaths by accidents and other exceptional cases,
where the being needs to undergo the trial of intense
suffering at the moment of the death, death, as a rule, does
not produce any pain. This, because the excessive
concentration of carbon dioxide in the organism
anesthetizes the central nervous system. I am talking, as a
medium who hears these spiritual friends: because I
personally do not have the medical experience to assume
this position and to be here, illuminating in such erudite
terms.
They explain that the phenomenon of the
concentration of carbonic gas in the organism changes the
amount of anesthesia in the central nervous system
producing a phenomenon that they call acidosis. This
acidosis state promotes the lack of sensitivity and the
human being does not go through the suffering that we
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imagine. The organ donor, therefore, feels absolutely no THE SUPERFLUOUS AND THE NECESSARY
pain.
CHICO XAVIER - NEWSLETTER- GOSPEL IN ACTION - JANUARY "Some wanted a better job;
OF 2001. Others, just a job.
Some wanted a richer meal;
Others, just a meal.
Some wanted a more soothing life;
Others, just to live.
Some wanted more understanding parents;
Others, to have parents.
Some wanted to have blue eyes;
Others, to see.
Some wanted a beautiful voice;
Others, to speak.
Some begged for silence;
Others, for the ability to hear.
Some wanted new shoes;
Others, to have feet.
Some wanted a car;
Others, the ability to walk.
Some wanted the superfluous;
Others, simply the necessary."

Translated by Danny Claudio
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TRUTH SPIRITISM
"Spiritism, in fact, frees the imprisoned consciences,

“He who loves the Truth does not use it as a whip in his but it is the Gospel that teaches what to do with the
lips.” acquired freedom."
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BIOGRAPHY2 Good Spirits accompanied him. Emmanuel said he would

not be forsaken, but added that he needed to work, to study
and to make efforts in behalf of goodness.
Francisco Cândido Xavier was Brazil's most Even though barely educated, he published 409
respected medium, a position of great moral authority in a books - the spirits of dead people dictated the texts to him
country where an estimated 32 million people believe in through his mediumship. Poetry From Beyond the Grave
Spiritism - Brazil has the world's largest spiritist population, (1932), for example, contained 259 poems revealed to
and, in a career spanning of 75 years, Xavier became its Xavier by 56 deceased Brazilian poets, including some very
most important figure. famous ones.
Xavier was born into a poor family including nine Even though the contents of most of his books were
brothers and sisters, in the suburbs of Belo Horizonte. He religious, Xavier also transcribed novels from the spirit world
had a difficult childhood and the need to work from an early and works of philosophy and science. His books sold an
age was, in his words, “an indescribable blessing.” estimated 25 million copies, the profits of which were all
By the age of four, he was hearing voices and channeled into charitable organizations. As a fingerprint
experiencing visions. His family thought he was possessed expert with the Brazilian agriculture ministry, Xavier lived on
by the devil, and the local priest ordered him to say a meager wages before receiving his state pension.
thousand “Hail Mary,” and to pay an additional penance by Several of his books were translated into English,
walking with a 15kg rock on his head. Esperanto, French, Greek, Japanese, etc. He has withstood
But the voices continued and, as a teenager, Xavier criticism and mockery of all possible sorts with true
began to study the teachings of Allan Kardec, a Frenchman Christian resignation. With the medium Waldo Vieira, he
whose spiritist ideas had already taken hold in Brazil. traveled to the United States and Europe, where they visited
His first Spiritist meeting took place in May 1927. England, France, Italy, Spain and Portugal, always serving
Two months later he started to exercise his mediumship the Spiritist Doctrine.
publicly, at the age of 17. In 1931 he saw his mentor, the His historical novels, “2000 Years Ago,” “50 Years
spirit of Emmanuel for the first time. In those early days, Later,” “Hail Christ” and “Paul and Stephen,”3 prompted the
Emmanuel asked Chico if he was really willing to work on author Roberto Macedo to write the book “Historical-
through his mediumship with Jesus. He said he was, if the Geographic Vocabulary of Emmanuel’s Novels,” in which
2
Based in the article of Alex Bellos for “The Guardian” London – UK and the Biography
written in Portuguese by the Brazilian Spiritist Federation.
3
“2000 Years Ago” and “Paul and Stephen,” will soon be available to the public.
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the writer explains the historical events contained in those his mission to assist those in need. His outlook is only one:
books. love of his neighbors, disinterest in personal or material gain
The André Luiz collection of books is at one time and a constant and exclusive concern with the happiness of
revealing, doctrinal and scientific. The 15 books in great others.
part complete previous works about life after discarnation by Chico Xavier was a gift from Above to our troubled
authors such as Swedenborg, A. Jackson Davis, Reverend times, enriching our values through his life as a true
G Vale Owen and others. The books “Nosso Lar – A Christian spirit.
Spiritual Home” and “And Life Goes On,” already available Francisco "Chico" de Paula Cândido Xavier,
in English, are part of that collection.4 medium, born April 2 1910; died June 30 2002
In 1959, he moved to the city of Uberaba, where he
gave public mediumistic sessions. His home became a
pilgrimage site, and hundreds of thousands of people visited
him, hoping to speak to someone in the spirit world.
Celebrities often dropped in to see the medium, who always
looked distinctive, with thick-lens glasses and a cap. He
never charged the attending public. In 1981 and 1982, he
was nominated for the Nobel peace prize. In recent years,
Xavier's health began to deteriorate, although he never
gave up meeting those who had traveled to see him.
Xavier's spiritual guide - and link with the spirit world
- was called Emmanuel. According to the medium's writings,
in Roman times Emmanuel had been Senator Publius
Lentulus; he had reincarnated in Spain as Father Damian,
and later as a professor at the Sorbonne.
Xavier dedicated his life to utilizing his aptitude as a
medium to bring comfort to as many people as possible.
Health problems in his youth and middle age, including eye
problems and surgeries, had not stopped him from fulfilling
4
These other titles will soon be available to the public: “In the Domain of
Mediumship,” “Disobsession” and “The Messengers.”
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BIBLIOGRAPHY OTHER PUBLICATIONS BY SAB

Heaven and Hell – Allan Kardec
A book that describes the afterlife in all its subtleties and forces. The
vision presented of Heaven and Hell is free from theological veils and
Baccelli, Carlos. O Evangelho de Chico Xavier. thus releases human beings from the fear of eternal punishment. It
speaks of the afterworld from the perspective of those who know it well
Baccelli, Carlos. Chico no lápis de Baccelli. – its dwellers. This book affirms that to err is human and that future
Silva, Luciano da Costa. Nosso Amigo Chico Xavier. chances to make things right are provided in the Divine Plan. Heaven
and Hell opens the windows to a reality in which life is ongoing, time is
Silveira, Adelino da. Chico de Francisco. Editora Ceu. a gift for our improvement , and that we ourselves are responsible for
Gomes, Ramiro. Lindos Casos de Chico Xavier. Editora our actions. By compiling the afterlife experiences of a varied range of
persons, Allan Kardec skillfully sketched a picture of future life that
Lake. infuses people with hope and sustains our faith in a loving God.
Xavier, Francisco. Pai Nosso. Meimei – 1952. FEB. Revised edition of 2003, paperback, 495 pages. $16.00
Xavier, Francisco. Palavras do Coração. Meimei – 1982. Genesis – Allan Kardec
Editora Ceu. The world of science was approaching the point of another major
Xavier, Francisco. Alma e Coração. Emmanuel – 1969. revolution. The streams of evolutionary theories were gaining force and
coalescing toward the Theory of Evolution (1859). A new science
Editora Pensamento. worldview was about to unfold when the spirit world delivered through
Xavier, Francisco. Pão Nosso. Emmanuel – 1950. FEB. this book its unified theory of the evolution of the human spirit. In
genesis, the enlightened intelligences propose a vision that integrates
Xavier, Francisco. Nós. Emmanuel – 1985. Editora Ceu. both, the physical and spiritual realities of human life. The human body
Xavier, Francisco. Vinha de Luz. Emmanuel – 1952. FEB. is the instrument that the spirit utilizes for its transformation and
Xavier, Francisco. Encontro Marcado. Emmanuel – 1967. growth. And, as the spirits grow in intelligence and virtues it gradually
improves the human species by influencing the mechanism of natural
FEB. selection. The theory that was initially introduced with The Spirits’
Xavier, Francisco. Antologia Mediunica de Natal. Emmanuel Book in 1857, therefore two years before Darwin’s Theory of
Evolution, receives complete treatment in Genesis. This is Allan
– 1967. FEB. Kardec’s final tour of force, the book that establishes the pillars of a new
Xavier, Francisco. Busca e Acharás. André Luiz – 1976. vision for the phenomenon of Life. SAB -2003, paperback, 407 pages.
Editora Ideal. $16.00
Xavier, Francisco. Dos hippies aos problemas do mundo. Practical Guide for Magnetic and Spiritual Healing – J. Korngold
Emmanuel – 1976 To heal through passes is not a modern concept; it is as ancient as
humanity itself. Healing is indeed a need that surpasses all national
Xavier, Francisco. Pranaso do Além Túmulo. Various boundaries and can be found in the very essence of human nature.
Spirits. – 1932. FEB. Despite modern medicine’s incredible technological advances, its main
focus is the physical body. This causes the cure to be one-sided.
Aprendendo com Chico Xavier Equilibrium is needed for perfect health and this is frequently
BIS Boletim Informativo Seara dismissed. When this occurs, there is little or no harmony between body
Revista Busca e Acharás – Junho e Outubro de 2000 and soul. In modern medicine there is a great demand for highly
specialized training, and this leads us to ask: “Who can heal?” When
Revista Espírita n°1 considering spiritual and magnetic healing through the use of passes we
Revista Flama Espírita n° 2571 can safely say that everyone is able to heal to some degree, and we will
be observing this throughout this work. SAB – 2003, paperback, 102
pages. $10.00
To order these books please write to [email protected] or visit our web page
www.sgny.org
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ISBN: 0-9742332-6-9 Cooperation 18

The Oldest One 34 To Forgive 79

PREFACE With this book, we pay our humble homage to

FRANCISCO XAVIER’S RETURN TO THE

“When he immersed in the physical body for the ministry

Divaldo P. Franco - Joanna de Ângelis

ANDRÉ LUIZ - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER

GIVING THANKS TO SERVE

ANDRÉ LUIZ - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER

“A spirit obsessor exerts upon us an influence

FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER

LIFE GOES ON COOPERATION

“Death, to me, means a change of residence without

ANDRÉ LUIZ - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER

TO HEAL OUR ILLNESSES

A body's disease can create a disease of the soul,

ANDRÉ LUIZ - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER

“He who has no reason to criticize me deserves no

FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER

DO NOT DELAY YOUR WORK

THE ART OF TREATING OTHERS

“If I had waited for a more evolved spiritual condition

FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER

EMMANUEL - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER

ILL WILL PROCEEDING WITH THE GOSPEL

EMMANUEL - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER

THE FLEA THE GOLDEN MOMENT

FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER - MEIMEI

THE OLDEST ONE

FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER

At the end of two weeks, he told his discarnate

His mother, Maria, smiled and informed him:

“You will not be abandoned,” said Emmanuel, “but in

That I do not lose my EQUILIBRIUM,

May God not permit me to lose my ROMANTICISM,

That I do not lose my ENTHUSIASM,

That I do not lose my REASONING,

That I do not lose the SENSE OF JUSTICE,

That I do not lose the will of GIVING THIS TREMENDOUS

successes, public outcry and humiliation in the public

CHARITY For the disinherited of Earth, it is a tender expression.

THE ACTION OF PRAYER THE REMEDY

On one particular night Chico was exceedingly tired,

And, after relaying this prescription, the spirit of

Then you can shed a tear.

But, if I happen to die ahead of you, I do believe I will not

CRISES Man will confront many difficulties.

"Perhaps today everything seems to be against you,

SUBLIME SOURCE OF RENOVATION

EMMANUEL - FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER

FRANCISCO CÂNDIDO XAVIER