Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #318791 in Books
• Published on: 2000-07-15
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 510 pages

About the Author
This book consists of a substantial expansion of the discussion in "The Obstacles to Peace", first published in 1987. In revising the earlier work, we have added an extensive introduction and epilogue, and tripled the discussion, including many more references to other passages in the Course. In addition, the old question-and-answer format has been changed to enhance the flow of the material.

"The Obstacles to Peace" sections present the important themes in "A Course in Miracles", ranging from the metaphysical idea that God did not create the world and the body - and indeed knows absolutely nothing about them - to the specific teachings on the projection of guilt, and its undoing through the practice of forgiveness in our special relationships. There are also incisive passages where Jesus speaks of himself and the projections that have been put upon him, emphasizing the important role the ego has given him in its thought system. This distortion is corrected by Jesus making clear the nature of the role he has in his thought sstem, undoing the ego through helping us to change our minds about what we think and perceive.

Customer Reviews

An outstanding book on ACIM
I am a student of ACIM. I also read a lot on spirituality, meta physics, etc. Some books that deal with these topics are not easy to assimilate and wrap your arms around. ACIM would be one of those books. It and the others take dedication, a willingness to be open to concepts we've been taught the opposite of, and uncompromising committment to continue the study.

Ken Wapnick by far captures and breaks down the messages and lessons in ACIM better than anyone else. Gary Renard does a good job doing so, but Ken is the super Guru in the evolution of the Course and does beyond what I consider a superior job.

I've been reading this particular book for a few months now. I'm a fast reader, and although this is a commuter book for me, it requires you take the time to let it all sink in, a sense of disbelief that can be immediately lifted away and the honesty to challenge yourself as you seek the truth. Ken is remarkable as he disects the Course and brings forward our willingness to capture the message of that truth. It's simply a remarkable book.

The Journey Home
This is a must read for anyone interested in a Course for Miracles. Understandable and explanatory.