The Way to the Kingdom (Unabridged) (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Christian Mysticism and New Thought Teachings on Inner Awakening, Surrender, and Divine PresenceBy Joseph Benner
Length10h 8m
About this audiobook
The Way to the Kingdom (Unabridged) is a concise work of Christian metaphysics, inward discipline, and devotional instruction, centered on the scriptural promise that the Kingdom of God is found within. Written in a grave, intimate, and exhortatory style, it blends biblical language with the idiom of early twentieth-century New Thought, urging the reader beyond formal belief toward direct realization of divine presence, obedience, and spiritual self-surrender. Joseph Benner, the American mystic best known for The Impersonal Life, often wrote from a perspective that effaced personal authorship in favor of what he understood as the voice of the indwelling Christ or higher Self. His background in the devotional and metaphysical currents of his era helps explain this book's emphasis on inner listening, purification of desire, and the transformation of consciousness as the true path to spiritual authority. This unabridged edition is recommended for readers of contemplative Christianity, New Thought, and practical mysticism who seek not merely doctrine but a disciplined way of inward awakening. It will especially reward those willing to read slowly, meditatively, and with attention to its central demand: that the Kingdom is entered through surrender, realization, and lived spiritual alignment.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★★ 4.9 (14)
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GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length10 hrs 8 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 17, 2016
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Way to the Kingdom (Unabridged) (Annotated)
2Introduction
3Synopsis
4Historical Context
5Chapter ISeek Ye First the Kingdom
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6Chapter IIThe Light Which Lighteth Every Man
7Chapter IIII Am the Way, the Truth and the Life
8Chapter IVI Am the Door
9Chapter VI Am the Resurrection and the Life
10Chapter VIIf Ye Abide in Me!
11Chapter VIII Have Chosen You!
12Chapter VIIII, If I Be Lifted Up
13Chapter IXWhere Two or Three are Gathered Together
14Chapter XExcept A Man Be Born Again
15Chapter XINow Are We Sons of God
16Chapter XIIWe Are Come Unto Mount Zion
17Chapter XIIIAs A Man Thinketh In His Heart
18Chapter XIVWhom the Lord Loveth He Chasteneth
19Chapter XVThe Impersonal Life
20Chapter XVIThere Am I in the Midst of Them
21Chapter XVIIJesus, the Christ
22Chapter XVIIIChrist, the Logos
23Chapter XIXBelieve That Ye Have Received, and Ye shall Have
24Chapter XXThe Comforter
25Appendix Meditation No. 1
26Appendix Meditation No. 2
27Analysis
28Reflection
29Memorable Quotes
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