This Thing Called Life – Dr. Ernest Holmes

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Ernest Shurtleff Holmes (January 21, 1887 – April 7, 1960) was an American New Thought writer, teacher, and leader. He is best known as the founder of a spiritual movement called Religious Science, which is part of the greater New Thought movement. The spiritual philosophy he developed is known as “The Science of Mind.” Here are some key points about his life and work:

1. Background and Early Life:
   1. Holmes was born on January 21, 1887, in Lincoln, Maine, to a poor family.
   1. At the age of 15, he left school and his family in Maine to move to Boston.
   1. He worked in a store to pay for his tuition at the Leland Powers School of Expression in Boston.
   1. During this time, he was introduced to Mary Baker Eddy’s Science and Health and Christian Science.
2. Spiritual Journey and Influences:
   1. In 1912, Holmes joined his brother Fenwicke in Venice, California.
   1. There, he studied the writings of various thinkers, including Thomas Troward, Ralph Waldo Emerson, William Walker Atkinson, and Christian D. Larson.
   1. He also explored other New Thought teachings, including Divine Science.
3. Founding Religious Science:
   1. After leading small private meetings in Los Angeles, Holmes was invited to speak at the Metaphysical Library in 1916.
   1. His talks gained popularity, and he went on a nationwide tour.
   1. In 1919, he published his first book, “The Creative Mind.”
   1. He committed to remaining in the Los Angeles area to complete his major work, “The Science of Mind,” which was published in 1926.
4. Impact and Legacy:
   1. Holmes’ teachings as “Science of Mind” have inspired and influenced many generations of metaphysical students and teachers.
   1. He founded Science of Mind magazine in 1927, which has been in continuous publication ever since.
   1. His books remain in print, and his influence extends beyond New Thought into the broader self-help movement.
5. Personal Life:
   1. In 1927, Holmes married Hazel Durkee Foster.
   1. Hazel passed away in 1957, and Ernest Holmes himself died on April 7, 1960.

Holmes’ work continues to resonate with those seeking spiritual understanding and personal growth. His contributions to New Thought philosophy have left a lasting impact on countless individuals¹². If you’d like to explore more about his teachings, you can delve into his writings and the principles of Religious Science. 

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