The Origins of Science of Mind
The teaching was founded by Dr. Ernest Holmes. (1887-1960) He defined Science of Mind as "a correlation of the laws of science, the opinions of philosophy, and the revelations of religion, applied to human needs and aspirations."
Dr. Holmes provides a map of consciousness and a step-by-step process whereby we can fully realize our God-nature and transform our lives. The foundations of Science of Mind come from many places including the Greek philosophers, the Judeo-Christian Bible, the teachings of Eastern religions, the wisdom of Buddha, Jesus, and Lao-Tse, as well as the Transcendentalist movement of the 19th century.
Science of Mind incorporates the scientific discoveries of quantum physics, the spiritual traditions of indigenous peoples and the specific ideas of Ralph Waldo Emerson, Phineas P. Quimby, and Judge Thomas Troward. Science of Mind is called a New Thought philosophy, but is actually founded upon the wisdom and truth of the ages. At the same time the teaching is "open at the top," always allowing new inspirations and insights.
Science of Mind embraces many ideas, from many sources. Our teaching is universal and places no one above or below ourselves. We believe that God is available to everyone, equally.
We believe that God is the only true inner power. We feel no need to use any "tool" outside of our own consciousness to experience total peace of mind.
We know that we are One with the power of God. As we experience the presence of God within, we know we can let this awesome power do wonderful things through us. We know that we of ourselves do nothing but realize the Divine Truth. It is God that is within that does the work.
The premise of Science of Mind rests on the fact that "God Is All There Is". While we know that we are not all that God is, God is all that we are.