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Author Topic:   The Power of Now, Erkhart Tolle
pelican
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06-18-2008 11:30 AM


Has anyone read this book? It seems to be having a signigicant affect on millions of readers. Of course, Erkart Tolle's teachings are supported by Oprah Winfrey and this may be the main reason for it's popularity. I would love to tear it to pieces, sorry just thinking aloud.
The book is claimed to be 'a guide to spiritual enlightenment'. On the inside cover gracing a full page, are the words,
"You are here to enable the divine purpose of the universe to unfold. That is how important you are," Erkhart Tolle
Could this be the beginning of a new cult or religion?

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Message 2 of 3 (471811)
06-18-2008 11:35 AM
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06-18-2008 11:30 AM


Could this be the beginning of a new cult or religion?
No more so than previous books promoted in similar ways, like 'The Secret', I should imagine.
TTFN,
WK

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pelican
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06-20-2008 7:21 AM
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06-18-2008 11:35 AM


more than a fad?
I take it you haven't read it or been taken in by it. However, the follow up, A New Earth, and a world wide webinar supporting his teaching have created more than the usual 'fad'.
I guess time will tell.

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