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                                       A  W h o l e  N e w  W o r l d ! When the new version of Disney’s Aladdin recently came out, we were privileged to take our Sacramento grandchildren to see it.  I love the story, the symbolism and messages even parallels of life that can be seen throughout the movie- even “A whole New World!” Come with me as if on a “magic carpet ride” as we view this amazing scene through spiritual eyes. A poor street urchin meets a wonderful young woman and catches a vision of what life could be. He takes risks and gets out of his comfort zone. Though dangerous, he dares to go where few others go and discovers a magic lamp. With this lamp comes a gift, a new companion, even a Genie who declares - “You ain’t never had a friend like me!” This amazing new friend and companion helps him become a new person- even- “ Prince Ali- Marvelous He!” This new gift must be used carefully as he soon discovers. Through poor choices and deceit he loses the gift and as a re