In Tune with the Infinite
by
Ralph Waldo Trine,
Paul Tice (Introduction)
4.27 · Rating details · 284 ratings · 33 reviews
This book is one of the great spiritual classics of all time. It has sold millions and continues to send a message of peace and hope to people around the world. The author, Ralph Waldo Trine, has gone to the very root of our spiritual nature and reveals how we can best tap into it for the greater good of ourselves and others.
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Paperback, 232 pages
Published January 2nd 2003 by Book Tree (first published November 1st 1910)
Original Title
In Tune with the Infinite
ISBN
1585092223 (ISBN13: 9781585092222)
Edition Language
English
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Feb 16, 2014Karl rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
“Ok, to put this in perspective, this book has been on the market for about 115 years!!, and it is still widely published to this day. Ralph was/is regarded as one of the original founding voices of the New Thought movement, and with books like, In Tune with the Infinite, it is easy to see why.
Unlike some of the other books from this era & in this genre, such as Prentice Mulford’s book, Thoughts are Things, this book is linguistically easy to read.
That being said, the main premise of this book is very similar to others in the genre with the belief that our internal dialogue and beliefs are manifest in the external: essentially our thoughts create our reality, “…so far as the physical life is concerned, all life is from within outwards.” Thoughts are forces and when we realize the power within us and truly believe in that ability, then we can create a reality that we want rather than live in the reality that appears beyond our control, “Thoughts are forces, subtle, vital, creative, continually building and shaping our lives according to their nature. It is in this way that the life always and inevitably follows the thought.”
This of course means that we need to take responsibility for our thoughts and for the outcomes that come as a result of them, an idea that many people do not wish to entertain because it is far easier to place blame on external forces.Compounding the problem is that fear thoughts will bring with them consequences that are in opposition to what we desire. We manifest what we think about not what we want.
“The mind is everything, what you think you become.” Buddha
For those reading my other reviews this may be redundant; however, I add it here for those that have not read my reviews from similar authors: if you are deathly allergic to some of the labels/terms associated with religion, terms such as God, Jesus or spirit, then you might not enjoy this book, nor the other New Thought Books with similar messages.
In order to have a conversation about the unseen world, the world of cause, we need to get over the dogma associated with formal religions and see these labels simply as terms of reference for meaningful discussion. We can substitute any label we like, the essence remains the same.
Personally, I did not find this book to be ‘preachy’ or in any way advocating organized religion. The concepts on these pages, as with the other books in this area, if applied, have the power to transform our lives by allowing us to reclaim our power from the external. Of course this requires that we are honest with ourselves and that we take responsibility for both the ‘good’ and ‘bad’ alike. (less)
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Jun 17, 2019Kimber rated it really liked it
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Beautiful, yet taut and dense inspirational tome about keeping yourself "in tune" with "the infinite" (God). At core, it's how we need to continuously keep and practice this attunement. Written in 1908, well ahead of its time. Still speaks to the Positive movement.
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Aug 08, 2014Sudhakar Majety rated it it was amazing
I got my hands on this book at an old book store. It was hard cover well used beaten book, I had to buy it once I read a few sentences. It is one of the books that I read very often. I gifted copies of it to many of my friends.
Books like this are like manuals for life.
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Jun 08, 2013Mary Poteet rated it it was amazing
This is one of favorite books. I keep it beside my bed and read from it often.
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Dec 12, 2017Nex Juice rated it did not like it
This is one of the books in The Prosperity Bible, which I'm quickly learning is basically a compilation of books about the Law of Attraction - which I completely reject as a "law." Our thoughts do not effect the external world, they only affect our behaviors and decisions, which will always have consequences, positive or negative. This book was also heavily focused on God/Spirit/The Infinite. In the chapter about physical health, they talked nothing about the importance of what you consume. They talked only about the importance of thinking that you are healthy. They stated that it is a scientific fact that you can think yourself well. Think yourself healthy. That thinking happy thoughts is the cure to all illness. Um no. Focusing on positivity is good, but it's not going to cure disease without proper nutrition, immune system function and potentially even treatment. (less)
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Jul 17, 2017Anita rated it it was amazing
It's a very clear message that we are a piece of God/the universe having an experience. We are all that is, powerful spirit who has forgotten what we are. It's a very inspirational reminder of who we are and that we create our reality. Powerful thoughts and beliefs for example can make illness disappear. After all, God doesn't get sick and we are of God origin.
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Mar 06, 2013Ronda Boccio rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
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I absolutely ador this book. The style appeals very much to me, and if you are someone who enjoys the classics and/or enjoys a more "old fashioned" writing style, it will appeal to you. Otherwise it may go over your head.
Follow your bliss,
Ronda del Boccio, the Story Lady
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Sep 23, 2018Michael de Percy rated it really liked it · review of another edition
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This book reads like a series of sermons and draws on the "law of attraction". Apparently, it inspired the book Think and Grow Rich. In its modern form, it might be compared to The Secret, but Trine was an academic and his practical influence inspired the likes of Henry Ford to greatness. This work is of the New Thought Movement which apparently developed from Christian Science. Members of the Christian Science church believe that illness can be cured by prayer alone and works best when not combined with medicine. Yet members of the congregation have often been in trouble with the law for refusing to give their children medicine. None of this is covered by Trine, but he too suggests that the ailments of the body are a result of poor living and can be cured through right living. When taken to the extreme, it seems that Trine's work is less helpful in a practical sense. However, Trine's work draws on the teachings of Jesus and his scholarly background is obvious. Trine states (p. 108):
It has been my aim to base nothing on the teachings of others, though they may be the teachings of those inspired.Yet it is obvious that he was familiar with Stoicism and the work of Ralph Waldo Emerson. Trine's work is inspiring and I took copious notes. He suggests that all religions are based on a single truth and that it does not matter what religion one follows. He covers a lot of ground, including pedagogy (p. 67):
The true teacher is one whose endeavour is to bring the one they teach to a true knowledge of himself and hence of his or her own interior powers, that they may become their own interpreter.He discusses the creation of art, literature, and music and suggests that great works emanate from one who knows both God and oneself, echoing the ideas of the ancient Greek philosophers. Further, his work echoes Nietzsche's concept of amor fati (p. 52):
You must recognise, you must realise yourself as one with Infinite Spirit. God's will is then your will, your will is God's will, and with God all things are possible.While I will not be taking Trine's medical advice any time soon, there is much to be gained from a reading of this work. Originally published in 1897, it is one of the earliest self-help books I have read. Although he was at one time a salesman, Trine was no charlatan - he was a philosopher and a teacher and lived to the age of 92, realising in many ways what he argues in this book. This work amounts to a series of sermons based on some of the greatest philosophical ideas about the inner life. Although it is not referenced (although he occasionally refers to authors and prominent individuals), this is as good an overview of the inner life as I have read. The big lesson I take away from this book is to have faith and to be cautious of the thought-word-action cycle so as to avoid self-fulfilling prophecies. But make sure you go to the doctor if you get sick. (less)
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Jan 16, 2018Laura rated it it was amazing
This book!! I can’t tell you how it’s begun changing my life!!
There isn’t any preaching but there is reference to religion. Be open minded, don’t pass this one by because you think you’ll read about God too much. I’m not a religious person in regards to church etc however the author does use the term God as reference to something bigger than human life. It’s all how you perceive it. Be open minded, read this book (it’s a quick read) and feel HAPPY, enjoy!
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Sep 11, 2014Simon rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
My favourite book of all time. Inspirational and spiritually devout yet unreligious. Written with a simple and innocent enthusiasm in the late 1890's and yet it had all the truths that so-called modern spiritual classics fail to understand let alone share.
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