The 7 Principles of Spiritualism – A Living Philosophy of Soul and Spirit
Spiritualism is often spoken of as a philosophy, a belief, or a practice, but at its heart it is an experience. It is the experience of knowing that life is more than physical form, more than circumstance, and more than the shadows that human beings sometimes carry. Spiritualism invites us into a deeper truth – that we are eternal beings in temporary bodies, woven from the same creative source that shaped stars, oceans, instincts, intuition, and consciousness itself.
The 7 Principles of Spiritualism have become a guiding foundation for seekers across the world because they speak to something universal. They do not demand obedience. They do not impose fear. Instead, they offer a path of awakening. A path that resonates with the strength of the Divine Masculine and the intuition of the Divine Feminine, allowing the reader to walk in balance, purpose, and sovereignty.
In modern Spiritualism, these principles remain fluid. They grow with you. They reveal new layers as your soul expands. And they remind you that the spiritual journey is not only vertical – reaching toward a higher realm – but also horizontal, grounding you into the physical world so you can live with authenticity, compassion, and power.
This is a journey for all souls, but it is also a journey that speaks in unique ways to women, to men, and to anyone who feels the presence of both feminine and masculine energies within. The human spirit is not limited. It holds multitudes. And the 7 Principles invite you to explore them.
1. The Fatherhood of God – And the Motherhood of Spirit
Traditionally known as “The Fatherhood of God,” this principle acknowledges an intelligent, loving creative force that permeates all existence. But Spiritualism is inclusive, and so this source is not defined by gender. For every life-giving masculine seed, there is a feminine womb of creation. For every ray of structure and order, there is a pool of intuition, softness, and flow.
God is not a fixed image, but a dynamic presence – both Father and Mother, both structure and mystery, both the spark and the space that receives the spark.
When you call upon this creative power in meditation, prayer, or quiet reflection, you may feel the firm support of the divine masculine guiding your steps. You may also feel the open, nurturing presence of the divine feminine soothing your spirit or encouraging your intuition. The balance of these energies helps you access strength without hardness, softness without fragility, and wisdom without arrogance.
Your connection with this Source deepens when you trust your inner voice, when you honor your cycles of rest and creation, and when you seek spiritual guidance. Many people find that connecting with Spirit through Soul Readings can bring clarity to this relationship, helping them recognize the signs, patterns, and spiritual guidance woven into their daily lives. You can explore this further here.
2. The Brotherhood of Man – And the Sacred Sisterhood of Souls
The second principle speaks of human unity and interconnectedness. In the past, it was often summarized as “The Brotherhood of Man,” but today Spiritualists recognize that unity is more expansive than any one gendered term. The world is held together by a network of souls – sisters, brothers, elders, children, healers, mystics, dreamers, and wanderers.
This principle calls us to honor the sacred sisterhood that binds women across generations, as well as the sacred brotherhood that strengthens men who walk with integrity and compassion. It also honors those who walk between or beyond traditional gender, reminding us that identity is not a cage but a living expression of the divine.
To live this principle is to recognize that every soul you meet carries a story shaped by wounds, triumphs, and lifetimes of experience. Every person, even those who challenge you, is part of the larger spiritual tapestry. When you choose empathy over judgment and connection over separation, you embody this principle in its purest form.
Tarot is one of the most profound tools for deepening compassion, because it teaches symbolic language and emotional wisdom. If you wish to explore these themes through archetypes of both feminine and masculine energies, you can explore my Tarot offerings here.
3. The Communion of Spirits and the Ministry of Angels
Spiritualism teaches that the spirit world is not a distant place. It is intertwined with our reality, always shifting, always listening. Loved ones, guides, and ancestors walk beside you, offering subtle signs, dreams, synchronicities, and intuitive nudges.
This communion is not reserved for the few. It is the birthright of every soul. Some feel it as the protective presence of masculine ancestors – grandfathers, father-figures, warriors, guardians. Others feel the soft whisper of feminine guidance – mothers, grandmothers, priestesses, healers, midwives of the unseen realm.
Spirit ministers to us through warmth, intuition, sudden knowing, and symbolic messages. Many find that Tarot readings or intuitive soul work help them recognize these messages more clearly. For those in Manchester or nearby, this includes in-person experiences.
Guides will meet you where you are. They speak the language your soul understands. Communion is not superstition – it is relationship.
4. The Continuous Existence of the Human Soul
This may be the most liberating of all the principles. It teaches that consciousness does not end with the physical body. Your soul existed before your birth and continues after your final breath. Life is a chapter, not the whole story.
The Divine Masculine reflects this truth through endurance, will, and legacy. The Divine Feminine echoes it through cycles, rebirth, intuition, and the endless continuation of life through generations. Together, they form a holistic picture of existence that expands far beyond the material world.
Knowing your soul is eternal can shift your entire perspective. Your fears loosen. Your priorities sharpen. Your relationships deepen. You begin to understand that every experience – whether joyful or painful – contributes to your soul’s evolution.
This is why so many seek spiritual insight, soul readings, and intuitive guidance. These practices help illuminate where your soul has been, why it chose this life, and what lessons are unfolding now.
5. Personal Responsibility
While the soul is eternal, the choices we make in each incarnation are our own. Spiritualism does not rely on external salvation. Instead, it teaches that you are responsible for your thoughts, actions, emotional patterns, and the energy you bring into the world.
This principle blends both the Divine Feminine and Masculine perfectly:
- The Divine Feminine encourages introspection, emotional truth, intuitive honesty, and gentle self-correction.
- The Divine Masculine encourages accountability, integrity, action, boundaries, and conscious decision-making.
Together, they empower you to shape your destiny without shame and without running from your shadow. Personal responsibility is not punishment – it is liberation.
When you choose to heal, when you refuse to repeat old cycles, when you step into your authenticity, you declare yourself a co-creator of your life.
6. Compensation and Retribution Hereafter for All the Good and Evil Deeds Done on Earth
This principle is often misunderstood. It does not mean judgment from an angry deity. Instead, it refers to natural spiritual law. Every thought and action leaves a vibration that echoes through your life and into the spirit world.
This is not about punishment, but about alignment. The masculine aspect of this law reflects structure and justice. The feminine aspect reflects growth, renewal, and emotional alchemy.
If you sow compassion, you harvest connection. If you sow bitterness, you harvest inner unrest.
Spiritual consequences arise not from external judgment, but from the soul’s natural desire to evolve, to harmonize, and to correct itself. You carry your lessons with you because the soul seeks balance, not because it is forced.
Understanding this helps you act with greater awareness in the present moment. It reminds you that your spiritual footprint matters.
7. Eternal Progress Open to Every Human Soul
This principle is hope in its purest form. There is no soul too lost, too broken, too angry, or too wounded to grow. Evolution is endless. Healing is endless. Possibility is endless.
The Divine Feminine embodies this principle through compassion, emotional renewal, creativity, and the ability to transform pain into wisdom. The Divine Masculine embodies it through discipline, courage, resilience, and the determination to rise again.
Together, they create a path forward for every soul, no matter where they are on their journey.
You are never stuck. You are never beyond healing. You are never beyond change.
Even the spirits of those who struggled in life continue to grow, learn, and evolve in the afterlife. This principle is a promise that every soul has the chance to become something greater than it was before.
The Union of Divine Feminine and Masculine in Spiritualism
While the 7 Principles were originally framed in more masculine language, their essence has always held both energies. Today, we can understand them as a balanced spiritual structure:
- The Divine Masculine offers clarity, purpose, direction, and groundedness.
- The Divine Feminine offers intuition, compassion, creativity, and emotional truth.
When these energies unite within you, you become a more complete spiritual being. You listen with the heart and act with the will. You nurture your inner child while protecting your boundaries. You grow through softness and strength, through silence and expression.
In this balance, the principles come alive. They stop being concepts and become experiences. Your soul becomes a bridge between the seen and unseen, between self and spirit, between life and eternity.
Walking the Path Today
Whether you approach the 7 Principles as a student, a seeker, a skeptic, or an old soul returning to familiar truths, their power lies not in memorization but in embodiment.
You live the principles when you pause to listen.
When you choose empathy over judgment.
When you trust your intuition.
When you act with integrity.
When you accept guidance from ancestors and spirits.
When you forgive yourself for past mistakes.
When you choose growth over stagnation.
And whenever you feel lost or uncertain, the spiritual tools on your path can help illuminate your next step. I offer several forms of guidance for those who seek deeper clarity on their spiritual journey.
These experiences can help you integrate the principles into your lived experience, reconnect with your guides, and understand the spiritual patterns unfolding in your life.
Final Thoughts on the 6 Principles of Spiritualism
The 7 Principles of Spiritualism are not rigid rules. They are living currents of wisdom that flow through every soul. They call you to walk with awareness, compassion, courage, and balance. They remind you of your eternal nature, your connection with all beings, and your ability to grow beyond every limitation.
In embracing both the Divine Feminine and the Divine Masculine within yourself, you step into the fullness of your spiritual identity. You become whole.
And once you become whole, you no longer walk the path alone – you become the path.