American mystic Charles Fillmore founded a new variety of religious expression, the Unity movement, which combines traditional Christian elements with esoteric and metaphysical principles. In this core text of the movement, Fillmore presents user-friendly identifications and explanations of the Bible's many names, places, and events, including alphabetical listings of terms with pronunciation guide and derivation; multiple brief definitions; and expert, insightful analysis that provides scriptural context and metaphysical interpretations. This unique guide is designed to open up new avenues of thought and to inspire a greater understanding and interest in Bible study. Readers will find it a steppingstone to a higher consciousness and the source of a wide array of solutions to life's problems.
My first thought when reading this book was, "my mind is blown!" but then I realized that wasn't true - indeed, my mind had been awakened. A student of metaphysics, the concepts in this book were neither foreign nor confusing to me. This book took my knowledge of metaphysics to an even deeper understanding. It opened my eyes to what my mind knew all along intuitively - that there was so much more to the Bible than traditional, fundamentalist thinking led to believe. It was as though with this book my search came to treasure. This book is certainly a treasure and I can see why it is referred to as Filmore's crowning achievement. I will read this book until the pages fall out and then buy another. I'm buying my husband his own copy. This book has also taken my thesis research to an entirely different level of depth.
I've read reviews about the binding of the book. It is basically a print on demand style book but I would encourage the proverbial "don't judge a book by its cover" on this one. The proof of it's worth is achieved through its contents.
He made love the Bible, especially the old testament. Also he helped me understand other scriptures of mythologies and cults. After reading it, a reader can start seeing the art behind these scriptures.
Great reference book! Recommend reading for all students of Unity, New Thought, or Metaphysical Christianity. Charles Fillmore’s interpretations are a great jumping off point. Fillmore provides a completely fresh perspective on the Bible.