Leonard Jacobson (born in Melbourne, Australia) is a spiritual teacher and author living in Asheville, North CarolinaTim Miejan (January 2008). "Awakening: An interview with Leonard Jacobson", The Edge Magazine.Jacobson, (May/ June 2011 Volume 18 Number 3). "Conscious Relationships", Awareness MagazineCC Gevry (March 9, 2011). "Interview with Leonard Jacobson, Author of In Search of the Light", The Children’s and Teens Book Connection. Retrieved January 10, 2016
Jacobson is the author of seven books: Life Beyond the Ego, Liberating Jesus, Words from Silence, Journey into Now, In Search of the Light, Embracing the Present and Bridging Heaven & Earth. They have been translated and published in several countries including South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, China, Holland, Denmark, Poland and Lithuania. His children’s book, In Search of the Light, was a winner of the Indie Excellence Book Award.Indie Excellence Book Awards (2011). http://www.indieexcellence.com/indie-results-2011.htm Retrieved January 10, 2016.
As a mark of honor and recognition to his selfless efforts in spiritual awakening, Religious Science International, a voluntary association that promotes Science of Mind, awarded Leonard Jacobson the Peace Prize in 2005.Science and Non-Duality (2015). "Leonard Jacobson: Teacher and Author", http://www.scienceandnonduality.com/speakers/leonard-jacobson/ Retrieved December 15, 2015
Early life Leonard Jacobson was educated at the University of Melbourne, graduating with a law degree. He practiced law for several years and then set off on a long journey of spiritual discovery, which took him all over the world, from the United States to the Middle East, India, and Japan.
Teaching Jacobson teaches a two-step path of awakening. The first step involves learning the art of being present. The second involves becoming a master of your mind and ego.Foreword Reviews (April 10, 2007). "Book Reviews: Journey Into Now", Retrieved January 10, 2016
"Jacobson’s message is that by learning the art of being fully present in the moment, it is possible to awaken now." In an interview with The Edge Magazine, he states, "to be awake is as simple as being fully present in the moment of now. If you’re fully present with something that’s actually here in the moment with you, your mind will fall silent, thoughts will stop, and you’ll be awake in the truth of life."
One of the most differentiating aspects of Jacobson’s teaching is his practical approach to integrating awakened consciousness into everyday life and relationships. He is described as having a unique insight into the nature of the mind and ego.Tim Meijan (July 2009). "Embracing the Present: A Moment with Leonard Jacobson", The Edge Magazine Jacobson emphasizes that the process of awakening must involve a recognition of what the ego is, its role and purpose, how it functions, and how to overcome its resistance.
Jacobson is sometimes referred to as a non-dual spiritual teacher. His teachings have been compared to those of Eckhart Tolle.Marcus T. Anthony, Ph.D (February 22, 2012). Discover Your Soul Template: 14 Steps for Awakening Integrated Intelligence, Inner Traditions p.239
References
Books Life Beyond the Ego: A New Beginning for Humanity, Conscious Living Publications, 1st Edition, 2023, Liberating Jesus: Conscious Living Publications, 1st Edition, 2021, Words from Silence: An Invitation to Spiritual Awakening, Conscious Living Publications, 1st Edition 1991, ; Revised Edition, 2015 In Search of the Light; Written by Leonard Jacobson and illustrated by Fiammetta Dogi, Conscious Living Publications, 2011, Journey into Now: Clear Guidance on the Path of Spiritual Awakening, Conscious Living Publications, 2007, Bridging Heaven & Earth: A Return to the One, Conscious Living Publications, 1999, Embracing the Present: Living an Awakened Life, Conscious Living Publications, 1997,
International Publications Podróż do TERAZ (Journey into Now), Biblioteka Nowej Ziemi, 2007 (Polish Edition 2009), Rejsen ind i nuet - en enkel vej til spirituel opvågnen (Journey into Now), Indsigt Forlag, 2007 (Danish Edition 2012), Reis naar het NU (Journey into Now), Uitgeverij-petiet, 2007 (Netherlands Edition 2013), Bridging Heaven and Earth, Chimuk Books, 1999 (Korean Translation 2002), Embracing the Present, Chimuk Books, 1997 (Korean Translation 2001), Words From Silence, Chimuk Books, 1991 (Korean Translation 2001), Words from Silence, Natural Spirit Publishing, 1991 (Japanese Translation 2012), Embracing the Present, Natural Spirit Publishing, 1997 (Japanese Translation 2012), Journey into Now, Natural Spirit Publishing, (Japanese Translation 2010), Words from Silence, Life Potential Publishing, 1991 (Taiwanese Edition 2010), Journey into Now, Life Potential Publishing, 2007 (Taiwanese Edition 2008),
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