Heaven and Below: Book 1 of Spiritism - The Spirit World Revealed to an Anglican Vicar

This book covers communications that pertain to three main themes:* Life in heaven* Lower regions* Appearances of Jesus in the spirit realmMany religions offer pictures of life after our spirit leaves our physical body. Most descriptions are hazy and prone to numerous interpretations. Spiritism, via communication from spirits who have been selected by high-level spirits, supplies us will real and actionable knowledge. Revelations in Spiritist literature presents an exciting picture of the bands of heaven and life therein. While a fuller explanation is extended about aspects of life and the organization of the regions below heaven.True knowledge of heaven and the alternatives is important for each of us. Parents attempt to motivate their children to do well in school by showing them what awaits them if they apply themselves. Mothers and fathers fully realize the need to present a case for why the child should abandon old habits from early childhood and start applying themselves to gain a better life in the future. As part of encouraging children, parents also point out the pitfalls of not bearing down - children are shown the type of life that results without dedication to learning and self-discipline.If we look at our life as a one-time event, there is no advantage in not pursing the most hedonistic lifestyle possible - just as a child would consider the pluses and minuses between studying or playing. On the other hand, Spiritism lifts us up the mountain so we can see our lives arc over many centuries. One life is just one set of courses on the school of earth. In between physical existences, we may either spend it in heaven or below. It is up to us.Spiritism brings you the knowledge of why we are here, what is our goal, and the methods to achieve graduation from this planet. Allan Kardec notified the world that doing our best to remove our baser characteristics and to learn to be more loving, fraternal, charitable, and honest with our fellow humans brings its rewards ... life in heaven. While selfishness, envy, greed, and exploiting others practically guarantee a sojourn in the lower regions - where you either adjust your thinking or wait to improve in the next physical life on earth.Allan Kardec, the Codifier of Spiritism, wasn't the first nor the last to make this point, but via messages from the spirit world, he was able to clearly layout the reasons to perform well in this life and provide clear descriptions of the locations you shall be visiting depending upon your actions.Spiritism does not tell anyone they will rot in hell if they commit horrible deeds - only that they should be prepared for bad accommodations after death, which they won't be able to check-out of until they demonstrate a lasting change of character. And their next life will entail many lessons in which they will be able to feel the brunt of what they have done to others in a previous life. In essence, karma is real and it has a purpose.That is all. You have free will. Spiritism has supplied you with information about your possible options. Your life's priorities and your decisions are yours to make.