Lessons in Truth

Lessons in Truth is a book by H. Emilie Cady, first published in 1896. Written as a concise course of twelve lessons in practical Christianity, it presents a clear, pragmatic approach to spiritual living that blends Biblical language with New Thought metaphysics. Cady guides readers through topics such as the nature of God, the power of thought and affirmation, faith as a creative principle, and the practice of prayerful meditation.

The tone is instructive and plainspoken, intended for everyday use rather than abstruse theology. The work has long been used within the Unity movement and among New Thought readers as a primer in spiritual psychology, self-transformation, and affirmative practice.

Though rooted in late-Victorian devotional language, the book remains strikingly practical: each lesson concludes with concise applications and exercises designed to be worked through over time. Readers interested in spiritual self-help, metaphysics, New Thought, Unity teachings, meditation, and affirmation will find it especially relevant.

Cady’s synthesis of Biblical imagery, Emersonian influence, and an emphasis on the mind’s role in shaping experience has made the book a durable reference for those seeking an accessible, results-oriented spiritual discipline.