Archangels and Ascended Masters: A Guide to Working and Healing With Divinities and Deities Paperback – January 1, 2003

Since I am now well into my senior years my reading interests has in many cases drifted toward topics like Tai Chi, Qigong, Yoga, Reiki, Quantum healing, energy healing, astral projection and travel and other esoteric topics. When I saw this 244 page hardcover book (Archangels & Ascended Masters: A guide to working and healing with divinities and deities by Doreen Virtue, Ph.D.) on Amazon for a bargain price I sent for it.I just finished reading this fascinating and informative book and I loved it. I had read some previous books by this author many years ago and enjoyed them; however, I had never read this very interesting volume. There are many things I like about this book. The writing style of this author makes this an easy to read and understand book. I love the short biographies of each Archangel and ascended masters, which includes an invocation how to make contact with these divine and loving beings.This excellent book is organized into three parts. Part one covers the specific archangels and ascended masters like Aphrodite, Apollo, 15 Archangels such as Ariel, Chamuel, Gabriel, Haniel, Michael, and Raphael, numerous other divine beings. Part two explains the invocations for specific needs and issues such as abundance, addictions and cravings, courage, finding your life’s purpose, healing yourself, your pet or a child and other issues. The final part has a list of whom to call upon for specific needs. There is also a glossary of terms, an index of divinities, bibliography and about the author section in this book.If you are interested in angels and guides to help you this is a must book to read. Even if you are just curious about these divine beings this is a book you need to check out. I loved it.Rating: 5 Stars. Joseph J. Truncale (Author: Chair/Seated Tai Chi/Qigong/Yoga for seniors and the physically challenged).

Archangels & Ascended Masters: A Guide to Working and Healing with Divinities and Deities by Doreen Virtue is an excellent book and resource. The book not only includes Archangels and Ascended Masters; it also discusses gods, goddesses, deities, and other divinities.The book is formatted nicely; the main section describes the Archangels, Ascended Masters, deities, gods, goddesses, and other divinities; going into detail about each one. There is a section on prayer to connect with multiple divinities for special needs, and another section on whom to call for specific needs.A MIRACLE HAPPENED BECAUSE OF USING THIS BOOK. I had discovered a large lump on my dog and took him to the vet. The vet diagnosed him with a tumor that needed to be removed ASAP. The surgery was going to cost over $800 and I didn't have nearly enough. I did an invocation calling two of the deities in book, one who helps with pets, and one who helps with money. I ask that I receive some help with the money to pay for my dog’s surgery. Within a few hours, I received a phone call from a nonprofit organization that helps with situations like mine. They paid $500 towards my dog’s surgery.This book is very powerful and the invocations work! You can use the suggested invocations or design one that is tailored toward your personal needs. I am extremely grateful to Doreen Virtue for writing this wonderful book!

Here is another useful tool for those pursuing a spiritual path. Ms.Virtue does a great job of explaining the difference between working with benevolent spirits and idolatry. She is thorough in her research, descriptions and explanations. I found the book particularly useful in identifying energy signatures. I had a client who was visited by a deity in a dream and was given an ancient pre-Christ name that she had no prior knowledge of. Upon further research, it was unclear to her whether the deity was benevolent; due to a number of 'mixed reviews'. Her Christian upbringing made her fearful. Helping her research the matter further, I purchased this book. Turns out the feminine deity was one that Ms. Virtue was familiar with and gave a loving explanation of how to work with. Doreen' s accurate descriptions and first hand experiences shared in this work, put my client's mind at ease. What an amazing gift. There are many sources of information on working with various unseen forces, but Doreen is always sure to identify the forces that serve the Light. It is a "Who's Who of the Spirit World" first hand account. I've got the kindle version but will also purchase the hard copy for my library references. There are other books that will give you an A-Z guide to identifying spirits, but Doreen is definitely my 'go-to' for recognizing and working with BENEVOLENT spiritual forces. Thank you, Ms. Virtue for always being there and having the courage to share your experiences with the world.