The Way of the Essenes: Christ's Hidden Life Remembered

This is an extraordinary book for several reasons:1. Anyone with an open heart and mind will be be spiritually inspired by it to a very high degree, and there is surely little more that one could ever hope for from a book than this.2. For those familiar with Rudolf Steiner's Christology, this book provides to my knowledge the first independent corroboration of some of the claims he makes about Christ's esoteric genealogy (specifically about his relation to Zarathustra and about the composite nature of the Jesus-Christ individuality). Steiner of course goes into far more detail - based on his own reading of the Akashic record - than do the authors of this book (who hint at much that they do not say explicitly), but the parallels are nonetheless striking. (For those interested in the relevant Steiner material, I would recommend his lecture series entitled 'From Jesus to Christ', as well as the lectures he gave on the gospels.)3. For those who feel an inner connection with the esoteric streams of religion and Christianity in particular, this book will convey the strong conviction that these traditions are very much alive and accessible to those who seek them in the right way.

Not the easiest book to read. Lots of heavy reading that required many re-reads in various parts of the book, which is an inspiring account into the mystical nature of events surrounding the life of Jesus, the Essene and Jewish communities, the Romans, and the Christ. From the exerpts, one sees new and different insights into strange and supernatural occurrences that religions have interpreted and tailored into what they want us to believe. Be ready to see a different take on the Star of Bethlehem, the moment of when Jesus became the Christ, and the commotion surrounding the crucifixion and its aftermath.The book reflects the Akashic Records journeys (in 1st person form of each) of the two Essenes who befriended Jesus at an early age, then followed the Master during his teachings and eventual physical death. The book is not all about Jesus, but is also about the people (and their lives) who were influenced by his teachings of Love and Kindness. Its a great book but be prepared to be surprised, amused, and knocked off your conventions.

I came accross this book some years back and it remains one of the best books that I have ever read ( & re-read). It touches your heart and gives you a glimpse of a time gone by, while subtly drawing you in and making you feel as though you were there. The storyline connected with many 'truths' that I had not previously seen written anywhere. At the end, I was only sorry that it was over. I have recommended it to many people and have given it as a gift several times as well. I highly recommend this book!

Without a doubt this book gave me a point of connection for the possibility for who Jesus, the man , actually was. It is such a beautiful, moving encounter of this gentle being who walked and worked among the Essenes. I was left having a much better sense of who this icon known as Jesus really was when he inhabited a body on this planet. I am very well read in the new age/spiritual literature ( having a Ph.D. in Transpersonal Psych.) and this book delivered fresh meaningful information. I loved it !

THIS BOOKS HELPS TO FILL IN GAPS LEFT IN ME BY MY FUNDAMENTALIST CHRISTIAN UP-BRINGING. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT FOR THOSE CHRISTIANS WHO FEEL THAT THE SIMPLE TRUTH OF JESUS CHRIST AND HIS INTENTIONS FOR US HAVE BEEN TAINTED BY 2000 YEARS OF FEARFUL CHURCH LEADERS. THE JESUS DESCRIBED AND WITNESSED BY THE AUTHORS MEUROIS-GIVAUDAN, IS STILL PERSONAL AND ALIVE.