The Spirits' Book

The Spirits’ Book will provide you with the answers to nearly all the questions you may have with regards to the origin, nature and destiny of each and every soul on Earth – and those of other worlds as well. It also addresses the issues of God, creation, moral laws and the nature of spirits and their relationships with humans.

This is the first of the five Allan Kardec codification texts, first published in 1857, and forms the foundational text for all Spiritist study.

Here are 5 key themes from "The Spirits' Book" by Allan Kardec:

1. The Existence of God: The book affirms the existence of God as the Supreme Intelligence, the source of all creation. However, it emphasises that God is not a personified deity but rather an impersonal force of love and intelligence.
2. The Immortality of the Soul: A central tenet of Spiritism is the immortality of the soul. Kardec argues that the soul is an eternal entity that continues to exist after the death of the physical body.
3. Reincarnation: "The Spirits' Book" presents the concept of reincarnation, where the soul undergoes multiple lifetimes to learn and evolve spiritually. Each life provides opportunities for growth and the overcoming of imperfections.
4. The Law of Cause and Effect: This principle, often referred to as "karma," states that every action has a consequence. Our thoughts, words, and deeds have an impact on our present and future lives, both in this world and in the afterlife.
5. The Importance of Love and Charity: Love is presented as the fundamental law of the universe. The book emphasises the importance of compassion, forgiveness, and selfless service to others as essential for spiritual growth and advancement.

These themes provide a foundation for the Spiritist philosophy, offering a framework for understanding the nature of reality, the purpose of human existence, and the path to spiritual enlightenment.

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Product details:

Publisher ‏ : ‎ United States Spiritist Council (April 4, 2024)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 628 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1948109395
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1948109390
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.28 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1.42 x 9 inches