Product Code: B2D5675
ISBN: 9781804454442
Title in this set:
- Book Of Meditations
- Eight Pillars of Prosperity
- Light On Life's Difficulties And Other Work
- The Mastery Of Destiny
- From Passion To Peace And Other Works
- From Poverty To Power
- As A Man Thinketh
Description:
Book Of Meditations
Published in 1913, James Allen's Book of Meditations may be considered a daily self-help guide. Just like each day is seen as a new and fresh start, a new thought for the day is supplied by the author to add meaning and purpose. The premise of the book is captured in these lines: "By Thought we rise , by Thought we fall, by Thought We stand or go , all destiny is wrought.
Eight Pillars of Prosperity
As a self-help guide, James Allen's Eight Pillars of Prosperity contains essential truths that are valid today as much as they were a century ago when they were penned. This book helps us clarify our thoughts and cement the philosophy by which we can lead our lives to be truly successful and remain prosperous. This building of prosperity rests on eight foundational pillars of virtue Energy, Economy, Integrity, System, Sympathy, Sincerity. Impartiality, and Self-reliance
Light On Life's Difficulties And Other Work
James Allen was one of the most popular writers on inspiration and spirituality at the turn of the 20th century. In this 1912 book, Allen approaches the numerous issues that the world faces from the viewpoint of mind over matter Most individuals view life as a dark chamber where injuries, disappointments, perplexities, sorrows, and sufferings are brought on by a sudden encounter with concepts that are oblivious and, consequently, hard to handle. Yet, when wisdom is brought into a clouded understanding confusion disappears and obstacles are removed. It is then that one can take comfort in the safety of knowledgeable comprehension.
The Mastery of Destiny
James Allen goes deep into the theme of destiny in his The Mastery of Destiny -- popularly known asan 'ode to the mind'. He states that the choices we make in our lives charter our destiny. It is almost a step-by-step guide of how to seize control on our habits so that we may influence our thoughts and actions. Thus, in mastering our mind, we can master our destiny itself.
From Passion to Peace And Other Works
James Allen was one of the most popular writers on inspiration and spirituality at the turn of the 2oth century. In this book, Allen diffuses the darker side of human nature with his calming thoughts on transcending the temptations that lead to grief and suffering, pain and sorrow. The first three parts-Passion, Aspiration, and Temptation--represent the passion, pathos, and tragedy of human life. The final three parts -Transcendence, Beatitude, and Peace-represent the Divine Life of the sage and Saviour--calm, wise, and beautiful. Transmutation, the transitional phase, connects the divine with human life.
From Poverty To Power
James Allen described From Poverty to Power, Or, the Realization of Prosperity and Peace as a book for "all those who are in search of better conditions, wider freedom, and increased usefulness". This book is novel in its approach in as much as it emphasizes the importance of human potential over external factors in achieving success and happiness Divided into two parts - "The Path of Prosperity" and "The Way of Peace" - Allen's first book, published in 1901, attempts to change the way we perceive the very conditions of human life. According to the author, "The cause of all power, as of all weakness, is within; the secret of all happiness as of all misery is likewise within.
As A Man Thinketh
Just like seeds can give shape to a garden, James Allen's most celebrated work - As A Man Thinketh - delves into how our thoughts shape our minds. In order to get a fruitful result, we must nurture and cultivate the right attitude for positive and successful outcomes. Equally, weeding out negative and destructive thoughtsbis essential to nudge our destiny.