The Urantia Book (Hardcover)

by Urantia Foundation (Author), Urantia Foundation Staff (Editor)

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First published in 1955 by the Urantia Foundation, The Urantia Book was written in the form of a revelation from celestial beings. The writers refer to Earth as "Urantia" and state their intent to "present enlarged concepts and advanced truth" as a pathway to expanded cosmic consciousness and enhanced spiritual perception. The book became a cause célèbre worldwide for its persuasiveness and its wide reach, covering everything from the genesis, history, and destiny of the human race to our collective and individual relationships with God. The Urantia Book proposes a consistent and compelling integration of scientific, philosophic, and religious thought. Building on the world's religious heritage, it describes a sublime destiny for humankind, encouraging a personal, living religious faith as the key to individual spiritual progress. A detailed biography of Jesus recasts the leading figure of Christianity as a guide for seekers of all faiths. This edition has been thoroughly reviewed and corrected by the Trustees of Urantia Foundation.

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Product Details Hardcover: 2097 pages Publisher: URANTIA Foundation (May 30, 2008) Language: English ISBN-10: 0911560076 ISBN-13: 978-0911560077 Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.4 x 1.9 inches Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (193 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #422,370 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) Popular in this category: (What's this?) #11 in  Books > Religion & Spirituality > Bible & Other Sacred Texts > Urantia

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 107 of 114 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Replete Work, Amazing Consistency, July 8, 2002 By  Lee Armstrong (Winterville, NC United States) - See all my reviews (TOP 100 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)       "The Urantia Book" is a replete work, incredibly consistent. It's four parts begin with the total or superuniverse, looks at the "local universe" or creation of Jesus, then goes to the history of Earth which it designates as "Urantia," and finishes with the most amazing, detailed and thrilling account of the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth. The book appeals to readers from all faiths, discusses the major world religions, and develops a sense of cosmology and sense of belonging to a friendly universe greater than we are. I love this book because it has made God more clear to me, more certain. It diverges from Christianity in three doctrines: atonement, virgin birth and Adam & Eve as the first humans. The story and history of the Lucifer Rebellion are chilling. For me, the 3rd part of the book that discusses our planetary history was the authenticator. Things I can see in the world are discussed with The Urantia Book stating the causes. Like the Pharisees of old, many are threatened by new religious writings as if they would invalidate the old. The Urantia Book expands that which we have today gracefully and lovingly. For the spiritually hungry, it is a MUST READ. Read & expand. 39 of 39 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars A magnificent read!, October 16, 1998 By A Customer This review is from: The Urantia Book (Paperback) The Urantia Book has been a part of my life for 18 years. I'm not associated with the Foundation, or study groups, or any cult that I know of. (I find it amusing that some think readers of The Urantia Book are cult driven since the book adamantly warns against this.) I'm an average wife and working American mother who found in this book a way to understand my existence in the universe and grow in my personal philosophies of God and His relationship with me. This book is a tool of intense study, and nothing more or less than what it is to the reader. It has changed my outlook on life and given me peace of mind in my daily tasks. Those who make it out to be anything other than what it proclaims either haven't read it in its entirety, or make a habit of disclaiming any religious work simply because it's easier to attack the work than examine one's own lack of faith. Truth is easy to pick apart by unbelievers, but anyone searching for it, or struggling to discover his or her place in existence, will find The Urantia Book to be a very emotionally satisfying, philosophically engaging, and awe inspiring read. 84 of 90 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Truth is where you find it, October 21, 2003 By  Rollie Anderson (Forney, Texas United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    This review is from: The Urantia Book (Paperback) I'll keep this simple. If you are one who realizes that the "whole truth" doesn't exist in any book but that many books contain "the truth" then this book should intrigue you. It doesn't pull any punches. It is what it is. Some parts leave me scratching my head but most parts expand my religious comprehension. And that's ok with me. Plus, if you fear it's the work of a cult, it's not. It doesn't ask you to join anything or give your money to anybody or use certain "techniques" to attain nirvana or enlightenment. You're safe. If you do not fear having your established opinions challenged, this is a true adventure for you. If you are happy and satisfied with your religious dogma, stay away.		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Science, History, and Religions all explained in one Book. HUMANS wrote and chose what would be in "The Bible" whereas Spiritual, Celestial Beings wrote "The Urantia Papers." No mortal interpretations to color the story. Enough said. Published 44 minutes ago by Sharon B. Timms 5.0 out of 5 stars Our Journey to Paradise Re-introduces one to being able to see the bigger picture, of what WAS yesterday, what IS NOW, & what CAN-BE tomorrow. Read more Published 22 days ago by Ben 5.0 out of 5 stars I'm a non-believer, and I still found this book thought provoking and a FANTASTIC buy For the Leather bound addition: . Perfect binding, sexy, sleek edition. Not too small, not too larger. . the story of Jesus read like a novel, great. . Read more Published 1 month ago by Kimberly H. Marsh 1.0 out of 5 stars an exhausting bit of fiction Just to be fair, I haven't been able to get more than half way through but I've seen enough to cause me to wonder how (or why) I got past the first page. Read more Published 5 months ago by fallawake 1.0 out of 5 stars Now the stones make sense! I have this book, read much of it, and will be throwing it away. There is no doubt in my mind that this is the handiwork of Rockefeller money. Read more Published 5 months ago by StayPuff 3.0 out of 5 stars the urantia book this book was a gift for my daughter who was told about the book from a friend and she thought it sounded interesting needless to say i ended up reading it. Read more Published 6 months ago by Sabrena 5.0 out of 5 stars The best book I have ever read! 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Product Details

• Hardcover: 2097 pages
• Publisher: URANTIA Foundation (May 30, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0911560076
• ISBN-13: 978-0911560077
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.4 x 1.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (193 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #422,370 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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107 of 114 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Replete Work, Amazing Consistency, July 8, 2002

By	Lee Armstrong (Winterville, NC United States) - See all my reviews (TOP 100 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

"The Urantia Book" is a replete work, incredibly consistent. It's four parts begin with the total or superuniverse, looks at the "local universe" or creation of Jesus, then goes to the history of Earth which it designates as "Urantia," and finishes with the most amazing, detailed and thrilling account of the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth. The book appeals to readers from all faiths, discusses the major world religions, and develops a sense of cosmology and sense of belonging to a friendly universe greater than we are. I love this book because it has made God more clear to me, more certain. It diverges from Christianity in three doctrines: atonement, virgin birth and Adam & Eve as the first humans. The story and history of the Lucifer Rebellion are chilling. For me, the 3rd part of the book that discusses our planetary history was the authenticator. Things I can see in the world are discussed with The Urantia Book stating the causes. Like the Pharisees of old, many are threatened by new religious writings as if they would invalidate the old. The Urantia Book expands that which we have today gracefully and lovingly. For the spiritually hungry, it is a MUST READ. Read & expand.

39 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A magnificent read!, October 16, 1998

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This review is from: The Urantia Book (Paperback)

The Urantia Book has been a part of my life for 18 years. I'm not associated with the Foundation, or study groups, or any cult that I know of. (I find it amusing that some think readers of The Urantia Book are cult driven since the book adamantly warns against this.) I'm an average wife and working American mother who found in this book a way to understand my existence in the universe and grow in my personal philosophies of God and His relationship with me. This book is a tool of intense study, and nothing more or less than what it is to the reader. It has changed my outlook on life and given me peace of mind in my daily tasks. Those who make it out to be anything other than what it proclaims either haven't read it in its entirety, or make a habit of disclaiming any religious work simply because it's easier to attack the work than examine one's own lack of faith. Truth is easy to pick apart by unbelievers, but anyone searching for it, or struggling to discover his or her place in existence, will find The Urantia Book to be a very emotionally satisfying, philosophically engaging, and awe inspiring read.

84 of 90 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Truth is where you find it, October 21, 2003

By	Rollie Anderson (Forney, Texas United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Urantia Book (Paperback)

I'll keep this simple. If you are one who realizes that the "whole truth" doesn't exist in any book but that many books contain "the truth" then this book should intrigue you. It doesn't pull any punches. It is what it is. Some parts leave me scratching my head but most parts expand my religious comprehension. And that's ok with me. Plus, if you fear it's the work of a cult, it's not. It doesn't ask you to join anything or give your money to anybody or use certain "techniques" to attain nirvana or enlightenment. You're safe. If you do not fear having your established opinions challenged, this is a true adventure for you. If you are happy and satisfied with your religious dogma, stay away.