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Finding Spiritual Freedom Through the Stories of the Bible
by Gerald Epstein, M.D.
Paperback original ⁄ ACMI Press ⁄ 176 pages ⁄ 5¼ x 8½
13 ISBN 978–1–883148–07–2
10 ISBN 1–883148–07–3
This book introduces readers to the monotheistic spiritual practices of the West through the recounting of popular biblical stories. By adopting three simple practices into our daily lives, we can achieve self mastery and spiritual freedom – and climb our own ladder to reach the "top" or highest aspect of ourselves.
To create harmony and mutual cooperation in our daily interactions with others we practice the 10 laws of balance – also known as the 10 commandments. To turn inwards to discover spiritual freedom, we embrace three intentions or vows – to surrender our ego, live moderately, and practice faithfulness in relationship. To transform our selves and find a transcendent connection with the Divine we practice mental imagery.
Drawing on 16 Biblical stories, Dr. Epstein explores these three practices through the struggles faced by the biblical heroes and heroines. These real–life people living real–life events are but ourselves. Who of us has not been immobilized by past regrets or trauma as Lot’s Wife was, when she glances back to see the destruction of Sodom and is turned into a pillar of salt? After examining the stories from four levels of meaning – the literal, the moral, the analogical or allegorical, and the esoteric or secret – Dr. Epstein provides rich guided imagery (visualizations) to permit us to discover the personal meaning of these tales for ourselves.
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