I read this book at the end of 1996 or around the beginning of 1997. I came across it in a magazine I used to subscribe to and absolutely loved, called "Catalyst." Sadly, the magazine went out of print. I still have all my issues, which were published for less than two years.

The Celestine Prophecy truly woke me up. That might sound like nonsense, but honestly, at that time, it felt as if I had been sleepwalking through the world. After reading this book, I became more aware of my place in the world and how it functions around me. I realized there was so much more I was supposed to be doing in this life. I also understood that many times, things had happened to make me more self-aware, but I had let them pass by. Reading this book made me wake up and start living my life differently. I began to look at life from a new perspective, using many of the tools I learned from the insights in The Celestine Prophecy.

However, one drawback of this book is its simplistic writing style. Although, of course, it is much better than mine. It is written in very simple sentences, with basic structure and words. It is designed for the masses so that everyone can read and understand it. But looking beyond the writing style, the ideas and concepts presented in the book are spiritual and life tools that can have a profound impact on one's life.

I read this in high school and I remember liking it.

At that time, perhaps my perspective was different, and the story or content seemed interesting and engaging to me.

However, now that I am all grown up, if I were to read it again, I would probably find it silly.

As we age, our understanding and values change. What might have appealed to us in our youth may no longer hold the same charm.

We become more critical and discerning, and our standards for what is good or worthwhile may have shifted.

Nonetheless, it is interesting to look back and remember the things that once brought us joy or captured our attention.

Even if we now view them differently, they still hold a place in our memories and have contributed to our personal growth and development.

So, while I may now think this thing I read in high school is silly, it is still a part of my past and a reminder of who I was at that time.

**The Celestine Prophecy, James Redfield**

The Celestine Prophecy, a novel penned by James Redfield in 1993, delves into a plethora of psychological and spiritual concepts deeply rooted in diverse ancient Eastern traditions and New Age spirituality.

The protagonist embarks on a journey to discover and fathom a series of nine spiritual insights present in an ancient manuscript in Peru.

The book is presented in a first-person narrative, chronicling the narrator's spiritual awakening during a transitional phase of his life.

The story commences with the male narrator reconnecting with an old female friend, who enlightens him about the insights encapsulated in a manuscript dating back to 600 BC and recently translated.

This encounter piques his curiosity, leading him to decide to travel to Peru.

On the airplane, he crosses paths with a historian who shares the same interest in the manuscript.

As the story unfolds, each of the nine insights is gradually revealed and explored. The first insight pertains to a new awareness of extraordinary moments in life that are thrilling and inspiring.

The second insight posits that at the end of the second millennium, we look back at our historical past, reflecting on our achievements and pursuits.

The third insight describes the essence of beauty as a special kind of energy that humans desire and can harness.

The fourth insight is about the struggle for power.

The fifth is the spiritual message.

The sixth is about illuminating the past.

The seventh is about aligning with the flow of evolution.

The eighth is about the ethical principle among individuals.

The ninth is about the emerging culture.

The Celestine Prophecy has been widely read and has had a significant impact on many readers, inspiring them to embark on their own spiritual journeys and explore the deeper meaning and purpose of life.

WTF?

This book is truly the worst form of sci-fi/pseudo-spirituality.

The world is already filled with countless real and amazing things; we simply don't have any need for this.

The book presents itself as non-fiction, yet despite the author repeatedly stating afterwards that it is purely invented, hordes of people still began following the "teachings" within it.

It is almost unreadable, but it does offer some insight into what the masses are seeking: a means to improve their lives and change the world.

It's a pity that it's all fake.

I guess I would recommend "My Ishmael" to anyone who has the urge to read this.

Perhaps "My Ishmael" can provide a more legitimate and thought-provoking exploration of similar themes, rather than the false and unappealing offerings of this particular book.

It's important to be discerning when it comes to the books we choose to read, especially those that claim to offer profound insights or life-changing teachings.

We should always strive to seek out the truth and not be misled by false or baseless claims.

After all, our time and energy are valuable, and we should invest them in books that can truly enrich our minds and expand our perspectives.

This is a story that I believe comes from a charlatan. It is filled with insights that most of us might have had during a moment of post-nut clarity as teenagers. Indeed, I first read it in my late teens, probably in high school. And now, skimming it to jog my memory, I can firmly state that it is what I consider spiritual snake oil.

It is simplistic and pseudoscientific. James Redfield throws around terms like "energy fields" and "vibrations" in a way that sounds profound. But as soon as you start to think about them, they completely fall apart.

For instance, he proposes that in a truly functional group, each member's "energy and vibration" should increase because of the others, ultimately merging into a single "pool of energy," as if the group were "one body with many heads." While some readers may find comfort in such notions, I find this to be a simplistic view of human nature and group dynamics. It doesn't hold up either scientifically or metaphorically.

That being said, it did prompt me to think about the meaning of spirituality. Mainly, it made me react to its hollow ideas by highlighting what I don't find compelling in the spiritual discourse.

It truly depends on how you view life!

I had an abundance of ‘eureka’ moments while delving into this book.

Pay close attention and take a moment to truly understand.

Believe me, it gets increasingly interesting after the third or fourth chapter.

As you progress through the pages, you'll start to see connections and gain insights that you might not have expected.

The author has a unique way of presenting ideas that makes you think deeply about your own perspective on life.

You'll find yourself reflecting on your experiences and how they relate to the concepts discussed in the book.

So, don't rush through it.

Take your time, savor each chapter, and allow the wisdom within these pages to soak in.

Before you know it, you'll have a newfound appreciation for life and a different way of looking at the world around you.

The Celestine Prophecy, written by New Age religious thinker James Redfield, presents his spiritual beliefs through an adventure story. An American protagonist searches Peru for nine "insights" from a mysterious manuscript. The book is divided into nine chapters, each focusing on one specific insight. The adventure allows Redfield's character to meet various people who explain his spiritual philosophy. Essentially, the world is building towards a spiritual awakening in the late 20th century. People will realize they live in a world of sacred energy, which they can sense and project. Instead of competing for this energy, they will experience an inner connection with the divine and discover their growth paths and personal spiritual missions. This will enable them to manipulate coincidences and guide themselves to their destinies, ultimately transforming their bodies into spiritual form and uniting this dimension with the afterlife, ending the cycle of birth and death. According to Redfield, this philosophy supplements the world's major religions. However, I have my own thoughts on this book. The writing is not special but readable. The adventure story is secondary to the spiritual/philosophical insights. If you're not interested in these insights, it's hard to recommend this book. Additionally, a passage about giving money to those who give spiritual truth made me uncomfortable. The last page of my edition even has a form to order a personalized audio tape for $49.95. Overall, I gave this book 1 star.

I came across this little "gem" at a thrift store. At first, it seemed quite interesting. But as I delved deeper into its pages, I realized it was nothing but cultish, New-agey garbage. It was similar to things like "The Secret," Scientology, or Madonna's version of Kaballah.

After reading it, I knew I couldn't let this abomination stay in the thrift store for some other unsuspecting bargain-hunter to pick up and suffer through as I did. So, I made the decision to throw it away.

Coincidentally, on the same day, I also purchased "Left Behind." Now, I find myself in a rather strange situation. I would actually need to flip a coin to determine which of these two books is worse.

However, on the upside, there is something truly satisfying for me about the sense of superiority I get from reading an incredibly stupid book. It makes me feel like I'm above the nonsense and can easily recognize when something is just plain bad. Maybe it's a strange quirk of mine, but there it is.

It's a truly wonderful book that presents certain ideas about life in a novel and engaging style.

The ideas or nine insights it contains are extremely interesting. The first one posits that nothing can be considered a coincidence; rather, everything is divinely planned.

Furthermore, it explores the concept that the universe is energy, dreams are important messages, and there is nothing to be feared. It also delves into the identification of the dynamics of the thought process, the nature of love at first sight, how people usurp your energy (control dramas), reaching out to people to create synergy, and ensuring useful interaction with fellow beings.

However, some questions still remain, such as why human beings are here and what can be the highest point in life that can be called the raison d'être of life.

Nonetheless, it is a meaningful and thought-provoking book, especially for those people who are on the fringe of belief or non-belief. It truly provides an understanding of the human being's existence here.

Overall, this book offers a unique perspective on life and is well worth reading for those interested in exploring profound ideas about our place in the world.

Bene, dopo aver letto Coelho, mi sono tolta la curiosità di leggere anche questo libro.

Ho avuto momenti in cui volevo riportarlo in biblioteca, perché non riuscivo a capire il perché di questa lettura. Tuttavia, ho anche avuto momenti in cui pensavo che comunque parlava di cose interessanti. Tuttavia, queste cose venivano affrontate in modo ridicolo e per niente credibile.

Il libro sembra avere qualche buona idea, ma il modo in cui vengono presentate non mi convince. Forse perché sono abituata a leggere opere più profonde e coinvolgenti. Tuttavia, nonostante tutto, ho continuato a leggere, perché volevo vedere fino a dove sarebbe andato questo libro.

Alla fine, non posso dire di essere rimasta soddisfatta, ma almeno ho avuto l'opportunità di leggere qualcosa di diverso. Forse nel futuro, mi capiterà di leggere altri libri di questo genere e potrò fare una migliore valutazione.

Favorite Quotes

The basic stuff of the universe, at its core, appears to be a kind of pure energy. This energy is remarkably malleable to human intention and expectation, in a way that completely defies our old mechanistic model of the universe. It's as if our very expectation causes our energy to flow out into the world and have an impact on other energy systems.

The human perception of this energy commences with a heightened sensitivity to beauty.

We humans have always endeavored to enhance our personal energy in the only way we knew, which is by unconsciously attempting to steal it from others. This unconscious competition underlies all human conflict in the world.

Dreams serve to convey something about our lives that we are lacking.

We must assume that every event holds significance and contains a message relevant to our questions. This particularly applies to what we formerly regarded as bad things. The challenge lies in uncovering the silver lining in every event, regardless of how negative it may seem.

When love first blossoms, individuals unconsciously give each other energy, and both people experience a sense of buoyancy and elation. This is the incredible high we refer to as being 'in love.' Regrettably, once they expect this feeling to originate from another person, they sever their connection with the energy in the universe and begin to rely even more on the energy from each other. Now, however, there doesn't seem to be an adequate supply, so they cease giving each other energy and revert to their dramas in an effort to control each other and compel the other's energy their way.

When we dislike someone or feel threatened by them, the natural inclination is to focus on something we dislike about the person, something that annoys us. Sadly, when we do this instead of perceiving the deeper beauty of the person and giving them energy, we actually take energy away and cause them harm. All they are aware of is that they suddenly feel less beautiful and less confident, and it is because we have drained their energy.

We've all had those moments when we have an uncanny feeling that someone's eyes are fixed on us. It could be in the most ordinary of places, like a cozy coffee shop

where the aroma of coffee fills the air, or on a bustling busy street with people going about their daily lives. This strange phenomenon, which is often attributed to our lizard brain, is commonly known as "intuition".

Interestingly, we tend to use this term rather casually, without really delving deeper into what it means or how it works. How exactly does this intuition occur? And perhaps more importantly, why do we have it?

There are certain aspects of our brain activity that are truly mysterious and seem to defy easy explanation. This is one such case. The author, in a very clever way, uses examples to show us how we might be able to access and potentially refine this subconscious part of our mind. It makes for a really interesting read that can make us think more about the inner workings of our own consciousness.

Overall, this exploration of intuition offers a fascinating glimpse into the hidden depths of our brain and how we can potentially make better use of this often overlooked aspect of our mental capabilities.