Audiobooks by Matthew Barnes

The Aitareya Upanishad 101: an original translation, in modern language, made plain and simple

Do you believe in evolution, but do not see this belief as necessarily negating the existence of an advanced Intelligence? If so, you may find comfort, inspiration, and perhaps even proof for your beliefs within this ancient Hindu work. The Aitareya Upanishad, which dates back to somewhere around 600-500 BCE, takes us through a journey … the journey of creation. It then leads us through the evolutionary changes that have brought us into this day and age and beyond, into the stage of existence that the ancient Hindus believed would come next. We were all created, the Hindus tell us, for a reason, and we are all evolving towards a particular state of beingness. How can the Hindus be so sure that evolution is fact, and how can they be so sure that there is some sort of Intelligence behind it all? The Hindu religion is the oldest on earth. Their ancestors claim to have actually witnessed a small portion of evolution in action, and through their experiences, also claim to have discovered the underlying intent of life (both in the general and the individual sense). This work goes into these experiences and the insights the Hindus claim to have gained from them. Also included in this narrative is an early Hindu concept of time and space that is extremely difficult to wrapt the human mind around. These concepts, however, coincide very closely with the findings of modern physics. This work is my interpretation of the Aitareya Upanishad. I have endeavored to simplify its teachings, expand where needed, and include modern concepts, discoveries, and quotes to make the central concepts found within it more digestible to modern seekers, especially beginners. Would you like to know more? If so, scroll up and dive in now!

Matthew Barnes (Author), Kara Jackman (Narrator)

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The Kaushitaki Upanishad 101: an original translation, in modern language, made plain and simple

This little known work contains a secret … It is not just a story, it is a guide! In The Kaushitaki 101, Dr. Barnes, bestselling author of The Tao Te Ching 101, The Emerald Tablet 101, and The Bhagavad Gita 101, recounts the tale of two students, Aruni and Svetaketu, as they are led step by step into enlightenment by the ancient sage Gargyayani. As Aruni and Svetaketu are guided through these steps, so is the reader. Dr. Barnes’ work presents the lessons of this work in a simplified and modernized manner, where the big picture takes center stage. Whether you are a beginner, an advanced seeker, or simply curious about Hindu philosophy, this book provides a comprehensive yet digestible understanding of one of the most profound and insightful texts in the ancient Vedic tradition. In this work, you will learn: - The steps to enlightenment. - How to break through each plateau. - The limitations of the waking mind, and how to find your way beyond. - The purpose of imagination and dreams. - And so much more. Ready to discover the hidden realms of existence? Ready for Self realization? If so, scroll up, grab a copy, and dive in now!

Matthew Barnes (Author), Kara Jackman (Narrator)

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The Taittiriya Upanishad 101: a modern, practical guide, plain and simple

Want to know a secret? This work contains more than you could possibly hope for. Dr. Matthew Barnes (chemist, biochemist, doctor, and bestselling author of The Emerald Tablet 101, The Bhagavad Gita 101, and The Tao Te Ching 101) presents his interpretation of the third of the twelve primary Hindu Upanishads, and he does so in a way that is powerful yet unusually simple, straightforward, and easy to absorb. In this work you will learn the true and intricate meaning of the word Om (AUM) ... you will learn all the secrets contained within this single intonation, and there are many! These secrets, which in the past were reserved for the elite seekers over the ages, is now yours to discover. Hint: Within the sound of Om (AUM) you will find the aphabet of existence, the vibrational frequencies and combinations of frequencies that give rise to all that exists, from atoms to compounds to the forces of nature and each and every life form ... all condensed into a single overall and overlaid 'resonance' or melody. Each and every frequency and combination of frequencies can, if you know how, be vetted out and heard/experienced. Ready to make some real progress? Scroll up and secure your copy now!

Matthew Barnes (Author), Kara Jackman (Narrator)

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The Chandogya Upanishad 101: a modern, practical guide, plain and simple

Struggling to understand what life is all about? Why you are here, the reason for it all, the goal? If so, the answers you are searching for may lie within this cherished work. Dr. Matthew Barnes, chemist, biochemist, doctor, and bestselling author of The Emerald Tablet 101, The Bhagavad Gita 101, and The Tao Te Ching 101 presents his interpretation of the second of ten primary Hindu Upanishads, and he does so in a way that is powerful, yet unusually simple, straightforward, and easy to absorb. In this work, you’ll learn: - about the journey the Hindus believe we are all on, and what lies at the end. - the purpose of our obstacles. (This explanation alone is worth the price of admission.) - what made the difference for the Jesuses, Buddhas, and Muhammads of this world, and how you can become one of them. “In the whole world, there is no study so beneficial and so elevating as that of the Upanishads. It has been the solace of my life. It will be the solace of my death.” -Arthur Schopenhauer, German philosopher. Don’t just read this book, embody its teachings. Do so and another world of perception, and meaning, awaits. You will never experience another ordinary moment again. What are you waiting for? Scroll up and reserve your copy now!

Matthew Barnes (Author), Kara Jackman (Narrator)

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Albert Einstein, Zen Master: The top 54 sayings of a modern day Zen master

Albert Einstein was a Zen master? I think so, and I aim to prove it. Imagine understanding how Einstein viewed the world, the Universe, and God. What if you could have the same understanding? How could it change your own outlook on life? Dr. Matthew Barnes, chemist, biochemist, doctor, and bestselling author of The Emerald Tablet 101, The Hermetica 101, The Tao Te Ching 101, The Bhagavad Gita 101, and Jesus Christ, Zen Master presents his case for Einstein as being not only one of the most influential scientists of our time but also one of the most spiritual (in his own, unique way). In this work, you’ll discover: • In what ways Einstein’s views of reality coincide with those of some of the greatest Zen masters to have ever lived, past and present. • Why Einstein considered himself to be “a deeply religious nonbeliever”. (Do you know what he considered himself to be instead?) • Why Einstein felt his viewpoints on God to be a “somewhat new kind of religion”. (Hint: It turns out that his views may not have been all that new, but really really old instead.) • How you too can begin to enjoy Einstein’s view of the world, the Universe, and God. “Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a very persistent one.” -Albert Einstein Change your outlook on life. Scroll up and grab your copy now!

Matthew Barnes (Author), Kara Jackman (Narrator)

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The Tao Te Ching 201: Deeper meaings, simplified

Learn to think like the great Chinese philosophers of old and swim with the flow of life, no longer against it. The ancient Chinese sages were reported to have lived extremely long lives yet to have retained their youth, vigor, and a childlike humor well into their latter years. How? By discovering and aligning themselves with the underlying Intelligence of life. In only 81 brief and truly non-denominational chapters you will discover how to do the same. This is Dr. Barnes’ second translation of the Tao Te Ching, and it goes a bit deeper than his first. Still, he did his best to simplify the concepts so as to make them more digestible to the modern reader. Want to discover what brought the Taoists such joy? Then scroll up and grab your copy now!

Matthew Barnes (Author), Kara Jackman (Narrator)

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The Brihadaranyaka Upanishad 101: a modern, practical guide, plain and simple

Are you searching for something? Another way? A better way? Then you really need to read this book. Dr. Matthew Barnes, chemist, biochemist, doctor, and bestselling author of The Emerald Tablet 101 and The Tao Te Ching 101 presents his interpretation of the first of the ten primary Hindu Upanishads, and he does so in a way that is simple, straightforward, and easy to absorb. In this work, you’ll learn how to: ✓ View life and all that occurs within it from a different perspective. ✓ Discover, connect with, and experience the different layers of your consciousness. ✓ Implement proven ways of experiencing That which resides beyond physical reality. ✓ Decode the purpose of life. Whether you are well on your way in your spiritual journey or just beginning, The Brihadaranyaka Upanishad 101 will help to expand your perception of what you are already experiencing and show you how a subtle shift in your mindset is all that it takes to discover all that you have been hoping for. Possibly more. What are you waiting for? Scroll up and grab your copy now!

Matthew Barnes (Author), Kara Jackman (Narrator)

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The Tao Te Ching 101: a modern, practical guide, plain and simple

TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE WITH THE TAO TE CHING, SIMPLIFIED! Learn to work with the principles of the universe instead of against them. Imagine having an “instruction manual for life”; one that could simultaneously enhance both the everyday practical aspects of your existence as well as the spiritual. What would your life look like then? How would it feel? Dr. Matthew Barnes, chemist, biochemist, doctor, and bestselling author of The Emerald Tablet 101, The Hermetica 101, The Kybalion 101, The Bhagavad Gita 101, and Jesus Christ, Zen Master, presents his interpretation of the Tao Te Ching. And he does so in a way that is “lovely” and “easier to understand”. (Quotes are from reader's reviews). What makes this translation different is that it is a modern, simplified interpretation. One that updates the ancient language to a more modern understanding, yet without touching the spirit of Lao Tzu’s timeless work, or altering his guidance towards working with the principles of the universe instead of against them. “If you correct your mind, the rest of your life will fall into place.” (Lao Tzu) Transform your life now. Scroll up and grab your copy today!

Matthew Barnes (Author), Kara Jackman (Narrator)

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The Bhagavad Gita 101: a modern, practical guide, plain and simple

The Bhagavad Gita (or “Song of God”) is one of the richest, most complete, and most important spiritual works ever composed. Its teachings have been a timeless source of inspiration, wisdom, and guidance for over a thousand years. The Gita (as it is affectionately known) is laid out as the story of a regular person, Arjuna, who has become despondent after coming to see life as a meaningless, pointless, and never-ending struggle. Arjuna is ready to quit. Sound familiar? Krishna (a mysterious friend and hero of the story) comes to Arjuna in his time of need and counsels him on the meaning of life as well as the path that leads to purpose and deliverance. What does Arjuna find at the end of his journey? Meaning. Tranquility. Enlightenment. Because the struggles Arjuna faced and suffered from are the same as those we face today, the teachings of the Gita are every bit as pertinent in our era as they were over a thousand years ago when it was first recorded. I designed my version of this enduring classic to be concise, modern, and accessible to all readers, even those with no prior knowledge of Hindu philosophy. “We behold what we are, and we are what we behold.” -The Bhagavad Gita Scroll up and discover the majesty of the Gita for yourself!

Matthew Barnes (Author), Kara Jackman (Narrator)

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The Emerald Tablet 101: A Modern, Practical Guide, Plain and Simple

The mind-expanding wisdom of the Emerald Tablet, simplified! The Emerald Tablet is an Ancient Egyptian work written by Hermes Trismegistus that is believed to represent a step-by-step instruction manual for the Alchemical process of turning ordinary metals like lead into something much more valuable, like gold. The manual consists of fourteen cryptic, symbolic statements that many have tried to decipher over the course of thousands of years. I believe the fourteen statements of the Emerald Tablet to be a symbolic guide to a far greater treasure than the conversion of lead into gold. I believe it to be, instead, a symbolic guide to the awakening of the human soul. I believe it to be a guide to the conversion of a base and petty human being into an awakened soul, the likes of which we have seen in the Jesuses and the Buddhas of our world. In the Christian Bible, it is said that Adam fell into a deep sleep. Nowhere in that Bible does it say that he woke back up. The purpose of the Emerald Tablet, I believe, is that very awakening. Want to claim this wisdom for yourself? Scroll up and grab your copy today!

Matthew Barnes (Author), Kara Jackman (Narrator)

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The Hermetica 101: A Modern, Practical Guide, Plain and Simple

Since the beginning of time, humankind has pondered the meaning of life, the extension of life beyond this world, and the existence of a God or creator. The Hermetica is the second major work of the Ancient Egyptian philosopher Hermes Trismegistus, who is reported to have had an awakening during an extended period of meditation. During this awakening, Hermes, much like Jesus and Buddha later on, claims to have been exposed to the meaning of life, the presence of a world beyond this world, the existence of God, and the secret of our immortality. The Hermetica is his account of the experience. 'Just as we were developed for this world in the womb, so too are we being developed for the next world within these bodies.' 'Just as we emerged from the world of our mother's womb into this world, so too will we emerge from the world of these bodies into the next...''

Matthew Barnes (Author), Kara Jackman (Narrator)

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Jesus Christ, Zen Master: The top 116 sayings of an Enlightened Jesus

Jesus Christ was a Zen master? In at least one version of early Christian belief, he sure sounded like one. Early Christianity was far from the gentle and unified belief system that we have been led to believe it was. In fact, in the earliest stages of its development, interpretations of the meanings of Jesus’ teachings varied widely, were hotly debated, and differing views were not tolerated well at all. The Jesus narrative that eventually won out was passed on to future generations while the losers had their books burned and adherents imprisoned, tortured, or put to death. Talk about issues with freedom of religion! Luckily, an early Christian group called the “Gnostics”, in seeing their beloved books burned and adherents mistreated, buried their most important works in hopes of future discovery. These works were discovered in Nag Hammadi, Egypt in 1945 and have shed quite a bit of light on an alternative and very different interpretation of Jesus’ teachings—one that was widely followed in the early years of Christianity, yet more closely resembles the “enlightenment” teachings of Zen and Buddhism. The Zen-like nature of the Gnostic’s Jesus is the focus of this work. “What you seek after is within you.” - Dialogue of the Savior Scroll up and grab your copy today!

Matthew Barnes (Author), Kara Jackman (Narrator)

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