First Church of Christ, Scientist, Greater Lansing

Science and Health is the foundational text of Christian Science, studied in correlation with the Bible.  It is also widely read outside the denominational context. Indeed, it was voted by the Women's National Book Association as "one of 75 books by women whose words have changed the world."

The demand for its healing message is growing, as individuals seek a more spiritual understanding of health, a better basis for supply, security and lasting relationships, and the confidence that comes from finding a purpose to existence.  Now, as for over 135 years, people from all walks of life are finding that Science and Health enriches them.

From its first publication in 1875 to today -- the dawn of a new millennium -- Science and Health has transformed the lives of those who have ventured into its pages and embarked on a spiritual journey. It continues to transform lives -- one at a time.

The author, Mary Baker Eddy, devoted more than four decades to communicating a message of hope, healing, comfort and spiritual strength to the world. She healed, taught, preached, lectured, mentored and published. Mrs. Eddy's greatest contribution was writing Science and Health and making its message available to all mankind.

At a Glance

Basic ideas include:

• God is divine Love, Father-Mother, supreme
• The true nature of each individual as a child of God is spiritual
• God's infinite goodness, realized in prayer and action, heals.

Publication statistics

• Ten million copies sold since its publication in 1875. More than one million copies sold since 1996
• Available in 17 languages plus English Braille
• Readers worldwide
• Sold in 80 countries at more than 3,000 bookstores and 2,000 Christian Science Reading Rooms, and by Internet booksellers

To Read or Buy a Copy

You are welcome to study Science and Health for free in our Reading Room. Copies are also available for sale there.

Or, you can purchase it in a variety of print and audio formats online. 

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A NEW OPPORtUNITY!

LISTEN online (continuous audio 24/7) 

RETRIEVE INSPIRING QUOTES  by visiting www.spirituality.com and selecting the "Science and Health Quick Quotes" button on the left.