This Thing Called You (Paperback)

~ (Author) "YOU, LIKE all others, are seeking the joy of living..." (more)
Key Phrases: Divine Presence, Divine Intelligence, Mind of God (more...)

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"I believe God was in this man, Ernest Holmes. He was in tune with the infinite."

Product Description

The inspiration of Ernest Holmes has reached hundreds of thousands of readers through his classic works, many of which are just now becoming available in paperback.

Originally published in the first half of the twentieth century, these meditative, concise volumes have never previously appeared in paperback. Whether a newcomer to the philosophy Holmes founded or a veteran reader, you will find great power and practicality in the words that render Holmes one of the most celebrated and beloved mystical teachers of the past hundred years.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Tarcher (January 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1585422665
• ISBN-13: 978-1585422661
• Product Dimensions: 7.1 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #263,999 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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68 of 69 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You have discovered the spiritual universe ..., January 1, 2000

By	"pageh" (CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: This Thing Called You (The New Thought Library Series) (Hardcover)

Ernest Holmes wrote this incredible gem in 1948. I think my favorite passage is: "You have discovered the spiritual universe. Many others have discovered this same world, but each must make the discovery for himself. You are going to have a lot of joy sailing around this world of yours. Don't fight the opinions of others, or waste your time arguing over these things. Follow the inward gleam of your consciousness and you will arrive." (30) Knowing that we each seek the joy of living, Dr. Holmes speaks to us of: Omnipresence (34), Faith (18), Garden of Eden (38), Divine Guidance (63), Pure Intuition (101), Stop looking for an authority outside your own conviction (43), and Live in a state of expectancy (67). He gives us life changing inspiration and affirmations. Ernest Holmes founded the Science of Mind Movement aka Religious Science and wrote the revered textbook Science of Mind.

40 of 40 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Empowering, inspiring, leaves you feeling extraordinary, September 2, 1998

By	Sheri O. Zampelli "Author & Podcaster" (LA, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: This Thing Called You (The New Thought Library Series) (Hardcover)

I originally read this book upon recommendation. It has since become one of my favorites. I have read it a full two times and refer to portions of it often. This book is practical. It uses examples from nature to help the reader understand their own unique purpose in this world. This book is a self-esteem book that was written before self-esteem became fashionable. One of Ernest Holmes best books.

35 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A book that will put UNSHAKABLE FAITH in you!, June 7, 2000

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This review is from: This Thing Called You (The New Thought Library Series) (Hardcover)

I just bought this book last year (1999) and its one of my fave already. Ernest Holmes is also the author of the popular book Science Of Mind. Frankly, his approach to Life is very wise and spiritual. His interpretation of spiritual texts like the Indian Gita, the Upanishad, the Bible etc, are truly practical and very wise. He knows how the mind works. He knows how spiritual healing works. He sometimes uses metaphors on how the mind works, and great metaphors they are! My favourite is his metaphor of 'the law of mind is like the law of gravity. Put a furniture over here, and gravity will hold it there. Think a thought and the law of mind will manifest it according to your thought". Read this book and he can put in you a faith in yourself or God so strong that it's unshakable.