Spiritual Interpretation of Scripture

By Joel S. Goldsmith and Goldsmith Joel Goldsmith

Book Overview

SPIRITUAL INTERPRETATION OF SCRIPTURE The Scriptures of the world seem to tell of two powers because they have been taken literally instead of interpreted in the light of spiritual inspiration. This has brought about a belief of separation between God and man, and this sense of duality is the root of all discord. So says Joel Goldsmith in Spiritual Interpretation of Scripture. But, he says encouragingly, when we interpret Scripture spiritually, the deepest lessons of the Bible by which we may live are revealed to us. Foremost among these lessons is that God is the only reality of our being, and our conscious realization of our oneness with God will make the promises in Scripture real in our experience. Goldsmith intrigues the reader with the idea that the Bible is not a book outside of ourselves or a series of events that took place thousands of years ago. He says, Scripture is the unfolding of characters and movements or happenings that are taking place within you right this minute. Every biblical experience can be found in your consciousness at some time or other. We embody within ourselves every Bible of the world, every philosophy, character and story, Goldsmith says, and when spiritually interpreted, these can be understood as states and stages of our spiritual development and unfoldment. Working with Bible stories such as Creation, the Exodus, the Ten Commandments, Ruth and Naomi, and Joseph and his brothers, Goldsmith shows the reader how these really tell of our own experiences on the spiritual path, and he reveals the lessons they hold. Addressing the coming of the Messiah, a monumental theme in Scripture, Goldsmith says, The Old Testament contains many prophecies of the coming of spiritual man, Messiah, Savior. The belief is that these prophecies referred to the coming of one particular spiritual man ... but the advent of the Christ is the coming of perfection in you and me. Throughout Spiritual Interpretation of Scripture, Goldsmith offers fresh new meaning to many Bible passages and stories and demonstrates that the principles found in the Bible are echoed in many other Scriptures of the world. These statements in the Bible, he says, which really are laws, must become a very part of our being. They must be realized, not merely declared or stated; they must become the very fabric of our being, then we can experience the outward result.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B00RWSG3BI
• ISBN13: 9780875163109
• Release Date: January 1947
• Publisher: DeVorss & Company
• Length: 235 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 4.9" x 6.9"

Customer Reviews

Leads the way

This book is a good place to begin reading the long list of books by Joel Goldsmith. I was led to further study of Goldsmith's "The Infinite Way" by this reading. It sparked my interest which continues to grow and deepen. As a metaphysical perspective of the Bible, it presents a point of view that moves away from traditional religion and toward a more individualized spirituality. It is not a book to read and be done with. It endures over time as it becomes new again and again with each reading. That seems true for most spritual readings. The book changes and grows as I change and grow. It is a must have for any spiritual student.

Spiritual Guide to live what Jesus taught

If you are looking for a spiritual guide for living the Bible then this is for you. This is not a religion is it a way of life. Joel Goldsmith can guide you through the teaching that Jesus meant for us to live by.

A Way to Re-Connect with Scripture

Joel Goldsmith's "Spiritual Interpretation of Scripture" takes us beyond the normal metaphysical Bible interpretations into a deeper realization of the Spiritual Truth contained in the Holy Scriptures. First and foremost, this book shows how the Bible serves as a blueprint or map for the evolution of consciousness in individuals as well as in humanity as a whole. In loving and deliberate terms, we are shown how every story in the scriptures represents a state of consciousness that we must go through on our path to that exhaulted state of Love as promised in the New Covenant through Jesus. Goldsmith writes, "The Bible is not a book outside of you; it is not a series of events which took place thousands of years ago. Scripture is the unfolding of characters and movements or happen- ings that are taking place within you--right this minute. Every Biblical experience can be found in your consciousness at some time or other." This is why, over the centuries, people have found comfort, direction and peace in the Holy Scriptures. And, Goldsmith's book shows us how to re-enter scripture to see the Light which offers blessings and guidance for our spiritual path in the midst of today's modern world.

Wonderful mystical writing about Bible teachings.

A wonderful book for spiritual students who seek an understanding of the mysteries behind the Bible