Ernest Holmes - I am Moments

Biography

Ernest Holmes (1887–1960) was an American New Thought writer, teacher, and leader.

He is best known as the founder of the Religious Science movement and the author of "The Science of Mind" (1926), a foundational text of that philosophy.

Holmes's teachings were influenced by a variety of sources, including the writings of Phineas Quimby, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and other figures in the New Thought movement.

He dedicated his life to spreading his message of spiritual empowerment, positive thinking, and the creative power of the mind.

Holmes also founded Science of Mind magazine, which continues to be published today.

Bibliography

Creative Mind (1919)
Creative Mind and Success (1922)
The Science of Mind (1922/1926/1938)
This Thing Called You (1956)
Living the Science of Mind (1991)
The Hidden Power of the Bible (2006)
365 Science of Mind (2007)
How to Change Your Life (1999)
Prayer: How to Pray Effectively (2007)
Love and Law (2004)

Key Themes

Holmes's philosophy, as expressed in "The Science of Mind," centers on the idea that there is One Infinite Mind, or God, that is the source of all things.

He taught that individuals are expressions of this Mind and have the power to create their own reality through their thoughts and beliefs.

Key tenets of his teachings include:

The power of affirmative prayer and spiritual mind treatment to bring about positive change.
The importance of recognizing the inherent divinity within each person.
The concept that individuals are surrounded by a creative power that responds to their thoughts.
The interconnectedness of all things.
The practical application of these principles to achieve health, happiness, and prosperity.