Lessons in Truth
H. Emilie Cady
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In entering upon this course of instruction, each of you should, so far as possible, lay aside, for the time being, all previous theories and beliefs. By so doing you will be saved the trouble of trying, all the way through the course, to put "new wine into old wineskins" (Lk. 5:37). If there is anything, as we proceed, which you do not understand or agree with, just let it lie passively in your mind until you have read the entire book, for many statements that would at first arouse antagonism and discussion will be clear and easily accepted a little farther on. After the course is completed, if you wish to return to your old beliefs and ways of living, you are at perfect liberty to do so. But, for the time being, be willing to become as a little child; for, said the Master, in spiritual things, "Except ye . . . become as little children, ye shall in no wise enter into the kingdom of heaven" (Mt. 18:3). If at times there seems to be repetition, please remember that these are lessons, not lectures.
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Penelope Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars Lessons in Truth is a inspiring book that is logical and will open your heart ❤️
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I watched a clip of Oprah and the late great Maya Angelou. Ms Angelou was sharing her wisdom with us on how she discovered that God loves her and how she came to accept and understand that. Her mentor directed her to read this book many years ago. Those three words coming out of her mouth "God loves me," was so powerful and impactful, I was compelled to search out this book and the author. I'm in search of being my true self and really understand how God truly can bring forth from me good, love, wisdom and power. Lessons in truth by Ms Cady is what I've been seeking my whole life. I will get a hard copy for friends, family and myself. This is a treasure to read and highlight passages for your lifetime! I highly recommend for truth seekers.
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When I first bought this book I really did not get it. However, as my understanding has improved and and I have returned to reviewing it I have realized the simple and straight forward truth it presents.
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The book was very insightful, thought provoking, and gave excellent guidance through spirituality. I feel more in tune with spirit.
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This book, although written some years ago, is very relevant to today as so many of us are stepping away from established religions in order to locate that deeper spirituality within and around us, in order to discover the deeper truth of our lives. This book certainly helps one to do that, at least it did for me.
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2.0 out of 5 stars This edition is a revision of the original publication.
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I would give 5 stars to the actual content of the book, but this edition of the book has been revised and does not reflect what the author originally wrote and published. I had originally bought the Martino Publishing 2013 edition of this book. When I bought the Unity Classic Library edition, I was surprised to discover that the order of the chapters had been changed, with Chapter 12 moved to the beginning as Chapter 1. The study questions are also different. I checked online and found that the Martino Publishing edition is true to the original. If you, like me, want to read a book as the author wrote it, I would recommend finding an edition that as not been revised.
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An awesome book worth reading filled with great wisdom. Highly recommended. Originally published in 1894. But it all holds very true today. Take your time reading it and allow it all to sink in. UPDATE 6/2016: I read this book a second time and it filled me even more. An EXCELLENT read based on Unity Principles and well worth reading carefully and in detail. A lot of insight and practical advice for happy and successful living. Don't pass this one up.
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I have discovered the importance of a strong spiritual system is what holds us together as humans. This book is for anyone of any faith to make sense out of a belief system. Going to church or staying away because of some false idea of what spirituality is, is not giving you the answers you have buried deep in yourself. This book will help you understand the power you have in you to bring you joy and open you up to experiences you never realized were within your reach. I bought it on Kindle, but now will order the hard copy so I can really STUDY what it teaches us!
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5.0 out of 5 stars An amazing little book, full of faith.
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I love this book. Another version does not have the study guide and the lessons are in a slightly different order, but the message is clear and amazing. With a read of the other version I found that I understood more and more as I read and it resonated with me. God is good and present within everyone of us and wants to know us. Be present, read the lessons and have faith. It may not be believable at first for some, but try it and see for yourself. You have nothing to lose and EVERYTHING to gain. Many blessings.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent book with immense truth!
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Truth of man's being revealed through this book..The love of God for his children... God's Presence is with His children all the time..
I'm re- reading this book and wow the truth is explosive! A book on TRUTH ..a book to be studied in depth for revelation revolution!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for Metaphysics students
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Although the language is a bit dated at times, this is a must read for serious metaphysics students. Fully recommend!
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Every book in this series has earned the "classic" status due to its popularity, durability, and uncompromising quality. All books in the Unity Classic Library series feature hardcover binding with gold engraving, colorful endpapers, library nameplate page, author photograph, and biography. The series makes a beautiful display on a library shelf, and each book is a respected addition to any metaphysical collection.Cady simplifies metaphysics and practical Christianity from the perspective of her personal experiences.
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162 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 1989
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If you are reading this book I recommend you listen to Lessons in Truth series on the Truth Transforms podcast by Rev. Gaylon McDowell. It starts around February 2013 and he discusses a chapter per show and does a great job. Here is a link..
http://www.unity.fm/episode/TruthTran...
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This book greatly enhanced my spiritual growth & made me think about things a little deeper. Reading this will make you think about what thoughts you have, the words you speak, & what you believe (& why!). I think the last chapter of this book was the best!
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I love (and prefer) books that challenge my way of thinking, esp. about matters related to God and spiritually. You may or may not choose to agree with Cady. However, you are forced to AT LEAST think about why you believe what you believe and determine if it's all (or in part) worth reexamining.
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the one book that changed my life.
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First published in 1894, this book makes clear many of the important tenets of the New Thought movement of the late 1800s. The author emphasizes the indwelling of the Spirit in each person, that God is All in all, and the hopeful possibilities for the future as people become more & more aware of this reality. She was influenced by other New Thought teachers of her time – Emma Curtis Hopkins, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Charles and Myrtle Fillmore, Emmet Fox and other great minds of the New Thought movement.
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Very healing. Embrace this book with an open heart and mind. Once you understand some of the truths and ideas, you cannot go back to your old way of thinking. Strengthened my awareness of my oneness with God. One thing; you must be seeking wisdom or fulfillment to understand this book. If you are not ready, don't waste your time. Keep the book on the shelf for when you are ready because you WILL need it someday. Then read it over and over and over. This is a book you keep for a lifetime of reference.
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December 28, 2016
Cady presents New Thought philosophy to increase our personal empowerment transforming our thoughts, words, and beliefs. Although first published over 100 years ago the relevance today is clear, dispite the "old language'. She expounds on 12 truth principles to live by. Emilie Cady's premise is of an "indwelling Christ through whom and by whom come life, health, peace, power, all things". Lessons in Truth is a part of the curriculum used at Unity School of Chrisitianity.
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This book was my introduction to "New Thought" religion and philosophy. Irreplaceable.
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Half of the Book is Wonderful
I will re-read this book and see if the first half makes any sense in light of second. For now, let me first place this book in the context of the 19th Century New Thought Movement, then look at chapters 7-9, and then 1-6. I hope my unusual approach will prove justified.
Religious or spiritual movements like Christian Science and Unity, (and, for that matter 20th Century best-selling secular self-help books like Napoleon Hill’s Think and Grow Rich and Norman Vincent Peale’s The Power of Positive Thinking) can be traced back to a New England watchmaker named Phineas Quimby (1802-1866). New Thought may be America’s sole original contribution to religion.
The common element in New Thought schools is the supremacy of mind over circumstances. Of course, the more religious sort had their own theology emphasizing the all-ness of God and the unreality of evil (sickness, poverty, death). They became associated with healing, and with Unity, the broader applications presented in Cady’s book of 12 Lessons.
New Thought has survived primarily in the muddy “power of positive thinking” current while Christian Science and Unity are struggling.
The latter half of Cady’s book is a very good practical exploration of what today we would call meditation. While Christian Science focused on healing, Cady had no problems with dismantling resistance to any of God’s good things. This might be dismissed as a precursor to the “prosperity gospel” except Cady—whose Yankee practicality is her most attractive feature—seems to view the material benefits of answered prayer as God’s way of proving the lessons in the book and leading the seeker to more disinterested enlightenment.
Cady gets into the nitty gritty of meditation or “sitting in silence,” giving good advice on what to do with intrusive thoughts, or why aspirations are better than trying to keep one’s mind empty. But the end of all this is what seems to be a touchingly sincere desire for people to find that “their Lord” is within them, and that God is not just the Father of cold divine principles, but a warm and loving personal Mother to whom we can turn in confidence.
I read the second half with great interest. The first half I read with exasperation, as my copious notes reflect.
The first half of the book attempts to outline a theology underlying what I just described. There are “denials,” and “affirmations” and “demonstrations” and who knows what all.
Frankly, it’s a mess.
On its surface, it sounds Christian. However, Cady borders on the unscrupulous in her appropriation of Christian terms, like “Christ” and “God” for concepts far removed from any orthodox understanding. Similarly, she (like Mary Baker Eddy) is addicted to out-of-context proof texting from the Bible to support ideas that could not be further from the text. Sometimes Cady seems to realize the weak intellectual foundations of her teachings and exhorts the reader to just forget about it and see if it works! She is refreshingly endearing at those points. But then she’s back to argument by analogy and other tricks.
Since there doesn’t seem to be any essential link between New Thought and orthodox Christianity, I found myself wondering why people like Cady, and Mary Baker Eddy and Unity’s Charles and Myrtle Fillmore bothered. The historical Jesus does not seem to be God, but rather the greatest Master—a sort of Western Buddha. There doesn’t seem to be sin, just illusion or error. New Thought theology is pretty slippery, though. In the first half of the book, it seems Cady can’t write more than two pages without contradicting herself! Then again, she’s walking a very fine line between both using and disabusing terms like “sin.”
However, America was a solidly Christian nation during the heyday of New Thought. To give some perspective, Cady’s lifetime spanned the Civil War and she did not even have the right to vote when she wrote this book. A blatantly non-Christian religious movement spearheaded by women would have had trouble gaining traction. Moreover, she didn’t have all the intellectual reference points we take for granted today. When viewed in the context of her era, the second half is truly remarkable and the first is more forgivable.
Unity today seems to be spreading its wings beyond Christianity, perhaps in a conscious bid for the buying power of women attracted to a plethora of New Age ideas. Cady’s book is old style Unity, inspired by, if not based on, Christianity.
While the thinking isn’t always clear, the writing is often direct and fresh, and I enjoyed it, giving it a good study in just a few days. Cady comes through as a sincere and appealing personality. Among the New Thought canon, I enjoyed it much more than the disjointed and labored Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures. The second half makes a very intriguing and enlightening read. I would recommend this to anyone interested in New Thought, and for admirers of Unity, especially those curious about its roots.
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Some good quotes worth highlighting and saving, but overall did not enjoy. Also did not mesh with my beliefs... the following quote as an example:
"I believe that the veriest heathen that ever lived, he who worships the golden calf as his highest conception of God, worships God. His mind has not yet expanded to a state where he can grasp any idea of God apart from a visible form, something that he can see with human eyes and handle with fleshly hands. But at heart he is seeking something higher than his present conscious self to be his deliverance out of evil."
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Penelope Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars Lessons in Truth is a inspiring book that is logical and will open your heart ❤️Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on 23 April 2022
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Love - Lessons in Truth by Emilie Cady
The woman was light years before her time!!!
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Yogeek
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book!!!Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on 22 February 2016
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I watched a clip of Oprah and the late great Maya Angelou. Ms Angelou was sharing her wisdom with us on how she discovered that God loves her and how she came to accept and understand that. Her mentor directed her to read this book many years ago. Those three words coming out of her mouth "God loves me," was so powerful and impactful, I was compelled to search out this book and the author. I'm in search of being my true self and really understand how God truly can bring forth from me good, love, wisdom and power. Lessons in truth by Ms Cady is what I've been seeking my whole life. I will get a hard copy for friends, family and myself. This is a treasure to read and highlight passages for your lifetime! I highly recommend for truth seekers.
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S. Colson
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a must have book!Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on 13 January 2021
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When I first bought this book I really did not get it. However, as my understanding has improved and and I have returned to reviewing it I have realized the simple and straight forward truth it presents.
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The book was very insightful, thought provoking, and gave excellent guidance through spirituality. I feel more in tune with spirit.
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This book, although written some years ago, is very relevant to today as so many of us are stepping away from established religions in order to locate that deeper spirituality within and around us, in order to discover the deeper truth of our lives. This book certainly helps one to do that, at least it did for me.
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Mary
2.0 out of 5 stars This edition is a revision of the original publication.Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on 4 January 2021
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I would give 5 stars to the actual content of the book, but this edition of the book has been revised and does not reflect what the author originally wrote and published. I had originally bought the Martino Publishing 2013 edition of this book. When I bought the Unity Classic Library edition, I was surprised to discover that the order of the chapters had been changed, with Chapter 12 moved to the beginning as Chapter 1. The study questions are also different. I checked online and found that the Martino Publishing edition is true to the original. If you, like me, want to read a book as the author wrote it, I would recommend finding an edition that as not been revised.
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M. C.
5.0 out of 5 stars An amazing little book, full of faith.Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on 5 January 2015
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I love this book. Another version does not have the study guide and the lessons are in a slightly different order, but the message is clear and amazing. With a read of the other version I found that I understood more and more as I read and it resonated with me. God is good and present within everyone of us and wants to know us. Be present, read the lessons and have faith. It may not be believable at first for some, but try it and see for yourself. You have nothing to lose and EVERYTHING to gain. Many blessings.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and very much worth your read.Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on 21 November 2015
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An awesome book worth reading filled with great wisdom. Highly recommended. Originally published in 1894. But it all holds very true today. Take your time reading it and allow it all to sink in. UPDATE 6/2016: I read this book a second time and it filled me even more. An EXCELLENT read based on Unity Principles and well worth reading carefully and in detail. A lot of insight and practical advice for happy and successful living. Don't pass this one up.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Life changerReviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on 17 June 2013
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I have discovered the importance of a strong spiritual system is what holds us together as humans. This book is for anyone of any faith to make sense out of a belief system. Going to church or staying away because of some false idea of what spirituality is, is not giving you the answers you have buried deep in yourself. This book will help you understand the power you have in you to bring you joy and open you up to experiences you never realized were within your reach. I bought it on Kindle, but now will order the hard copy so I can really STUDY what it teaches us!
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Laura Washington
5.0 out of 5 stars Lessons In TruthReviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on 15 May 2012
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The book was in mint condition upon reciept, even the book jacket was perfect. I had read the original version and handled it to the point where it was falling apart. I was a bit disappointed that there were changes in the revision that changed the context of the some of the writers thoughts, however, since I have the original manuscript I can refer back to it and make my own notes so that nothing is lost.
Overall, I'm a happy camper. this book is a MUST READ for anyone who is a seeker of TRUTH.
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