Glimpses of Heaven on Earth: Inspiring Quotations and Insightful Essays

Glimpses of Heaven on Earth provides its readers with meaningful and inspiring quotations, culled from across the globe and throughout time on topics ranging from peace to racial harmony to health. You may recognize some of these quotes, especially those by the likes of Mother Theresa, William Penn, and Nelson Mandela. Other quotes will be less familiar, but you will want to refer to all of them time and time again, as you gain insight into how you can make your world and the world around you a better place for all.

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Do you want to feel truly at peace with the world, knowing that everyone and everything are in harmony?

While the authors of this book agree that this may not happen overnight, they do believe that it is attainable for humanity, and within our lifetime! The have each added thoughtful commentary by topic to further motivate and inspire.  These talented authors' essays focus on the ten ultimate goals required to bring about a true heaven on earth. Each has contributed enlightening essays to punctuate each element as well as individual paths toward heaven on earth.

Glimpses of Heaven on Earth should be essential reading for everyone. Families can read this together, as can book clubs and church groups, since each topic impacts every one of us in some manner, making this book an excellent starting point for deep contemplation. Small enough to fit in a purse or briefcase, you can keep this book with you for those times when you seek wisdom and calming words. And these days, with the troubles that face us as a society, that may well be often. The good news is that Glimpses of Heaven on Earth will show you that we are making progress, and you can be part of that wonderful journey toward heaven on earth!

Praise for Glimpses of Heaven on Earth . . .

"Deep in our hearts, deep in our Souls, is a vision for the kind of world we long for. That's what Heaven on Earth is. This easy to read book offers you a series of short essays and quotes about how to unlock Heaven on Earth for yourself and start making it real in the world. Buy this book. Your Soul and the world will thank you." - Jack Canfield, Co-author Chicken Soup for the Soul® and The Success Principles™

"Having Heaven on Earth is possible.  Here are ten values expressed in short essays and wonderful quotes that will open the door for you." - John Gray, Ph.D., Author, Men are From Mars, Women are From Venus

"At the deepest level of our being, we are all here to co-create heaven on earth.  This succinct and beautiful little book reminds us of what that looks, feels, and tastes like... and offers us heartfelt inspirations for how to get there." - Stephen Dinan, Founder, The Shift Network

John E. Wade II is an investor, philanthropist, and retired CPA. His calling is to spread a message of hope for heaven on earth. Wade's first book in this series, How to Achieve a Heaven on Earth, contains essays from notable writers, leaders, and thinkers. Wade lives in New Orleans, where he enjoys the city's food, architecture, and music, as well as Saints football games.

As a law school honor graduate, Charlotte L. Piotrowski litigated for ten years before she turned her attention elsewhere. She has published articles in numerous regional magazines and her essay on racial harmony was included in How to Achieve a Heaven on Earth. In addition to cheering on the New Orleans Saints, Piotrowski enjoys traveling, gardening, and volunteering for various organizations.

Daniel Agatino holds degrees in communication and the law. Agatino is a guest commentator on TruTV and has appeared on various interview programs. He splits his remaining time working as an attorney and college professor. He contributed an essay to How to Achieve a Heaven on Earth. He and his wife are the parents of twin boys.

Michael Nagler is professor emeritus at U.C. Berkeley, where he founded the Peace and Conflict Studies Program. He has consulted for the United States Institute of Peace and other organizations, is the founder and president of the Metta Center for Nonviolence Education, and the chairman of the board of PeaceWorkers. He is the author of The Upanishads and The Search for a Nonviolent Future, which won the 2002 American Book Award. Michael has lived at the Blue Mountain Center of Meditation since 1970.

Martin Rutte is president of Livelihood, a consulting firm that offers strategic vision and creative leadership. Rutte has worked with many leading international corporations. Rutte is co-author of the New York Times Business bestseller, Chicken Soup for the Soul at Work. He is currently working on Project Heaven on Earth: 3 Questions That Will Change the World.