This book is really an introduction to the spiritual path. It presents a basic picture of what the path (and life!) is all about in the simplest possible language. It is a place to begin for those who are just beginning to think about inner possibilities. It is also a reminder, or perhaps a clarification, for those who have spent some time exploring spiritual teachings and themselves.

The fundamental ideas of the Ageless Wisdom Teachings are usually presented in large tomes of esoteric lore. Though there must surely have been reasons for that in the past, today the challenge is to bring those ideas to all who seek insight into the path and our world. This book aims to do just that. You will not find esoteric terminology here, but you will find a straight-forward presentation of the basic principles that govern human life. The book also includes a series of "Questions for Reflection" for each chapter that many individuals and study groups have found useful in deepening and clarifying their own understandings of the material.

This is probably not a book to begin one's path with; The Way to Happiness serves that purpose. The Long Journey Home is, rather, for those are ready to take next steps into deeper understanding and practice.

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