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Zoroastrian Influence on Ernest Holmes: How Ancient Wisdom Shaped the Science of Mind

Ernest Holmes, the founder of the New Thought movement and author of The Science of Mind (1938), drew inspiration from a variety of philosophical and spiritual traditions to create a framework for understanding the creative power of thought and its connection to divine principles.

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Ernest Holmes, the founder of the New Thought movement and author of The Science of Mind (1938), drew inspiration from a variety of philosophical and spiritual traditions to create a framework for understanding the creative power of thought and its connection to divine principles. While Holmes did not explicitly cite Zoroastrianism as a source of his teachings, many of his core ideas reflect Zoroastrian principles, suggesting that the ancient Persian religion indirectly shaped his worldview through its profound influence on global consciousness. This article explores the connections between Zoroastrian thought and Ernest Holmes' Science of Mind , illustrating how the spiritual principles of truth, cosmic order, and the creative power of thought traveled through history and inspired a modern philosophy of mental and spiritual empowerment. 1.

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