What is A Course in Miracles (ACIM)?

A simple guide for the curious mind.

A Course in Miracles (often abbreviated as ACIM or "the Course") is a self-study spiritual thought system. It arrived through Dr. Helen Schucman via a process of inner dictation, which she identified as coming from Jesus. The primary goal of the Course is to help us achieve spiritual transformation by undoing guilt through the practice of forgiveness, and to awaken to the memory of God's love in our lives.

The Core Idea: A Shift in Perception

At its heart, ACIM teaches that the world we see is an illusion, a projection of our own thoughts based on a belief in separation from God and each other. The Course states there are only two emotions: love and fear. Love is our natural inheritance, while fear is an illusion our minds have made. The journey of the Course is to unlearn fear and remember love, thereby changing how we perceive ourselves and the world.

The Three Parts of the Book

The Course is comprised of three main sections, each serving a unique purpose:

• The Text: This section lays out the complete theoretical framework of the Course's thought system. It explains the difference between the ego (the illusion of a separate self) and our True Self (our reality as Spirit, one with God).
• The Workbook for Students: This part contains 365 daily lessons designed to retrain your mind. Each lesson offers a central idea to be practiced throughout the day. The goal is not intellectual understanding, but direct experience.
• The Manual for Teachers: Written in a question-and-answer format, this section clarifies some of the terms used in the Course and provides a deeper understanding for those who are ready to share its message of peace.

Key Concepts Made Simple

• Forgiveness: Unlike the traditional idea of pardoning a sin, forgiveness in ACIM is the act of recognizing that no "sin" was ever truly committed. It's about letting go of grievances and judgments, realizing they are based on illusions. True forgiveness brings peace to the forgiver.
• The Miracle: A miracle, according to the Course, is a shift in perception from fear to love. It is not about changing the world outside, but about changing the mind that perceives the world. This internal shift is the greatest healing there is.

How to Begin Your Journey on Nullity.nl?

This website is designed to help you integrate these powerful ideas into your daily life. Here are some excellent starting points:

• Explore the Lessons: If you're new, the best way to start is with the lessons. You can select a lesson by number and get a practical explanation, or simply pull a random lesson for today's guidance.
• See the Lessons in Art: To experience the lessons from a different perspective, browse our gallery where we have visualized the first 200 lessons through AI-generated art.
• Ask Your Personal Questions: Do you have a specific problem or concept you're struggling with? Visit our ACIM AI Helpdesk to ask your question and receive a compassionate, insightful answer.