As we progress toward perfection, each soul chooses its own path and moves forward at its own pace. Nevertheless, The National Spiritual Alliance recognizes certain foundational principles that help to straighten that path and quicken that pace.
These Principles guide our understanding of Spiritualism as a lived religion, philosophy, and science. They reflect both individual spiritual responsibility and our collective commitment to compassion, cooperation, and truth.
The following Principles were amended and affirmed at the 2010 Annual Meeting of The National Spiritual Alliance.
Infinite Intelligence is Deity—the designing and creating energy for all that exists. Existence itself carries essence, guidance, meaning, and purpose.
From one source came all. Despite surface differences, all is within us, and each of us is within all else.
The soul is eternal. While the physical body dies, the spirit continues its journey.
Spirit transcends dimension. All souls—both in the flesh and in spirit—are capable of communication with one another.
Truth is eternal. We seek truth within ourselves, through other souls, sacred writings, and the natural order that sustains us.
Cause produces effect through thoughts, words, and deeds. We create ourselves and our circumstances and are solely responsible for our choices and creations.
Patience is the path to tolerance, and tolerance is the path to love. We associate with this Alliance to lovingly cooperate with all who seek spiritual understanding.
The Principles of The National Spiritual Alliance are not abstract ideals; they are lived commitments. We strive to embody them in our spiritual practices, our community life, and our service to others—honoring both individual spiritual freedom and our shared responsibility to one another.