The Code of Christ: An Interpretation of the Beatitudes

The Code of Christ is Gerald Heard's sequel to The Creed of Christ. In this volume, Heard emphasizes how Christianity is in essence a way of life for us to live. That way of life is systematically presented in the Beatitudes, which contain a message needing decoding. Heard authoritatively decodes this central message of Christ: "The world exists for man to achieve union with God. The universe and life are the means whereby souls achieve Enlightenment and Liberation. Once enlightenment is achieved, the perfected soul turns back and stands incandescent with compassion, to light others on their way home." The Code of Christ is essential reading for those desiring a deeper understanding of Christ's message. Gerald Heard's thoughtful musings skillfully expound the mystical truths of Christianity.
 
The Code of Christ by Gerald Heard is part of the Wipf and Stock Gerald Heard reprint series, which includes The Creed of Christ, The Code of Christ, Training for the Life of the Spirit, and Prayers and Meditations.

"There was a period in my early thirties when these four small books by Gerald Heard [The Code of Christ, The Creed of Christ, Prayers and Meditations, and Training for the Life of the Spirit] served almost as my bible. I read and reread them, and invariably found them to be uplifting and inspiring." - Professor Huston Smith

"Gerald Heard was an inspiring voice for the life of the spirit. Wipf & Stock is to be commended that Heard's remarkable work is being made available to a new generation of spiritual seekers." - Dr. William H. Forthman

Gerald Heard (1889-1971) was a well-known author, philosopher, and lecturer. Trained as a historian at Cambridge, he served as the BBC's first science commentator. Later, in California, he founded and directed Trabuco College, which advanced comparative religion studies. His broad philosophical themes and scintillating oratorical style influenced many people. Heard wrote thirty-eight books, including his pioneering academic works, several popular devotional books, and a number of mysteries. Visit the Gerald Heard Official website for more information.