Emissary of Light by James F . Twyman Key Phrases : peace concert , meditation building , Divine Light , Emissaries of Light ( more . ..) Paperback : 256 pages Publisher : Findhorn Press ; 10 th Anniversary edition edition ( May 28 , 2007 ) Language : English - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ------------------------- Editorial ReviewsFrom Library JournalMuch like James Redfield ' s Celestine Prophecy , Twyman ' s book of cosmic ramblings was picked up by a major publisher after initial success with a small house . Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information , Inc . -- This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title . Review " Shows us that we all have the power to create peace and change in the world . . . . We are all ' Emissaries of Light . '" — Marianne Williamson , author , Return to Love " James Twyman ' s words are a gift to all who seek a higher way . Your soul has placed your hand upon this book . Now let its message into your heart and mind . " — Neale Donald Walsch , author , Conversations with God " A remarkable story . . . profound in its simplicity . And it just may change your life . " — The New England Shaman " Fortunately for all of us , another voice with a clear message that something wonderful is coming is certainly evident in James F . Twyman ' s Emissary of Light . It is a fast and fascinating read , I recommend it highly . Pay very close attention , for you will find yourself in this work . " — Albert Clayton Gaulden , author , Clearing for the Millennium " It is often said that truth is stranger than fiction . Emissary of Light is mind - boggling because it recounts the true story of James Twyman ' s real - life adventure . I highly recommend it because it contains palatable ' Seedthoughts of Enlightenment , ' a veritable banquet of easy - to - read and - digest information that we all need . " — Barbara Hoberman Levine , author , Your Body Believes Every Word You Say This one Hits Home , June 8 , 2003 By TheHighlander ( Richfield , PA United States ) - See all my reviews 7 of 7 people found the following review helpful : Emissary of Light offers a perspective on inner peace and tranquility . It is not a unique view for many who believe that God and peace are within each and every person just looking for a way out . But it is yet another way to explain it . The story of how James came upon this realization or I should say how it was shown to him . It starts slow but really takes off after the stage is set . Inexplicably drawn to a conflicted part of the world he met those who try to preserve peace in the world . Not in the way you would normally think but in a spiritual way . By exuding the light of peace through mediation . The lessons on peace , love and life have been heard before but the book drew me in and would not release me for some reason . It was as if I was being told an old lesson in a new way . Is humanity ready for the next step in the evolution of their spirituality ? The message of the book is that we are , although I tend to personally doubt that . It speaks to the fact that all religions are man made and speak to the person in a way that they can understand . That it matters not which one you believe in but the fact that you believe in " The Divine Light ". That people only see what they allow themselves to see and if it is Jesus or Buddha or Muhammad it makes no difference because it is the " Divine Light " behind the teaches of compassion and love that is what it is all about . I know this will not sit well with many people and this alone will turn them away from the book . But I believe there is a lot to be considered here . I believe this book is a very good book that should be read by those interested in spirituality . And even if you don ' t agree with what is being said the story of the individual and his travels are interesting in themselves . As he explains what he felt and what he thought . It adds a personal dimension to the book that is interesting . Are you ready to have your reality shift forever ? , October 17 , 1997 By Marietta Rhyne ( USA ) - See all my reviews 5 of 5 people found the following review helpful : If you are ready ( and the Emissaries have instructed Jimmy to travel the world teaching to all that we ARE . ..) you will realize deeply that you are not who you thought you were . Indeed , the world is not what you thought it was . This is not just about a series of events that happened to someone - and I have met Jimmy and I assure you they did . This book , rather , is about an unprecedented Awakening of consciousness presently occurring on our planet ( more accurately , in our minds . ) Emissary of Light is a gripping adventure on its own , telling a tale of mysterious coincidences , perilous war zone action and miraculous escapades within the heart of the Bosnian / Serbian / Croatian crisis . But it is the movement within your heart , taking place between the lines , that reveals the greater purpose of the story . I invite you to read this " book ", and then take some time to let it sink in all the way to your DNA . Then , allow your light to shine like it never has before . Try it . You are READY . VERY MOVING ACCOUNT , BUT HOW TRUE ? , July 9 , 2006 By Theresa Welsh " The Seeker " ( Ferndale , Michigan , USA ) - See all my reviews 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful : I found this account of James Twyman ' s travels to war - ravaged Croatia in the 1990 s to be a very moving story . His desire to use his talents and his life to spread the message of peace is commendable and the story he tells of finding an unknown enclave of " emissaries of light " in the war zone is an amazing tale . But I was bothered by wondering all through the book : Is this story literally true ? Twyman says in the Introduction ( which was removed from a later edition of the book ) " This is the true story of an incredible adventure . " His use of the word " adventure " is reminiscent of The Celestine Prophecy , which its author James Redfield called " An Adventure . " I remember reading that many people thought the Celestine Prophecy was a true story and felt cheated when they learned it was the product of the author ' s imagination . But anyone who was paying attention could fairly easily figure out that the Celestine Prophecy tale was just fiction designed to teach some profound ideas . In fact , the author did not intend to mislead anyone and never wrote in an Introduction that it was a true story . But now we have James Twyman telling us he really met these 12 emissaries in the forest and they really did project light to " the one in the Center " -- also known as The Teacher - who in turn sent this light out to humanity to counteract the negative thoughts that abound in an area torn by violence . The emissaries could make their buildings and themselves invisible to any soldiers who came too close . And , we learn , they were just waiting for James Twyman to come along so they could teach him how to make their presence and their message known to the world . However , there was no need to publicize their presence since they disappeared shortly after Twyman ' s visit because , we learn , they were no longer needed . The world , according to the emissaries , was about to make a giant leap in consciousness and would be able to advance spiritually without their work . I find the story appealing and do not reject the possibility that it is true , but something about this story makes me doubt it . The author undoubtedly went to Croatia and saw the war zone . His descriptions of the country and its people are interesting and sound truthful . But the " adventure " in the forest could be an embellished story or just fiction . The idea that humanity is making a spiritual leap forward or that human consciousness is evolving to a higher level is a concept many authors have advanced . I ' d like to believe it is so , but here we are more than ten years since Twyman ' s " adventure " in Croatia and the world is still at war in many places , people still kill others because of their religious differences , and it seems humanity is as rotten as ever . I could easily get caught up in Twyman ' s vision , and I understand that some people feel it doesn ' t matter whether the story is literally true or not if the message is a good one . But I cannot fully embrace this story while I have doubts about its authenticity . Great lessons for dealing with terror , March 10 , 2000 By Grace Buchanan ( Syracuse , NY USA ) - See all my reviews 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful : This review is from : Emissary of Light : My Adventures With the Secret Peacemakers ( Hardcover ) Even if this story is only as true as James Redfield ' s novels , I cherish it . I cherish the inspiring meditations Teacher led Jim through . I cherish the reassurance that perception precedes reality : terror was described in mild and relative terms : terror is a personal perception , not a reality one must accept . I cherish the retreat I experienced when I read this book . Help other customers find the most helpful reviews I was led to this book . .., June 10 , 2000 By Sherry - email me at dimples 126 @ hotmail . com ( Florida ) - See all my reviews 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful : This review is from : Emissary of Light : My Adventures With the Secret Peacemakers ( Hardcover ) As in " The Celestine Prophecy ", I am led by coincidences and dreams among other things . Many of the things that happened to Jimmy in " Emissary of Light " are beginning to happen to me . It is wonderful to have the leading of my Spirit confirmed so nicely in this book . We all are being called to be " Emissaries of Light ". It is time ! Can you feel it ? Some call it a " Gathering ", some " New Earth ", some a " Quickening ". We know something is happening . Something BIG ! We can sense the changes of our world . There is a charge of anticipation in the air . If you feel these things , get this book . It will enable you to understand what is happening . Also James Redfield ' s book , " The Secret of Shambhala ", will enlighten you of the future new us . Captivating , inspiring spiritual adventure story . , August 24 , 1999 By sanatakumari @ yahoo . com ( USA ) - See all my reviews 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful : I thoroughly enjoyed this story of one man ' s efforts to bring peace to our world . James Twyman proves that one person can make a difference . And he inspires all of us to make a difference wherever we are . His journeys are not over yet and I can hardly wait for his next book ( due out in Jan . ) about the brotherhood of the Beloved Disciple . Help other customers find the most helpful reviews Was this review helpful to you ? Report this | Permalink Comment Seek Not Peace Here , But Find It Everywhere . .., November 20 , 1997 By John Owen ( Whitestone , NY USA ) - See all my reviews 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful : I have for quite sometime been a student of A Course In Miracles , but have had little success in applying the lessons into my daily life . I have been searching for something that would place the lessons into a context that I could more easily understand . Emissary Of Light is just that . Although not an intentional guide to " The Course , " it does play an integral part in Mr . Twyman ' s tale , which is told in a most approachable manner . There were many instances where I felt as if the characters within his story ; Teacher in particular , were speaking directly to me . With every turn of the page , it was as if I were hearing another cosmic tumbler finally falling into place . " Seek not peace here , but find it everywhere . " When the student is ready , the teacher will come . Thank you James Twyman . Well - written but the entire book is imaginary , July 3 , 2008 By David Arenson " lightspiritrevolution @ gmail . com " ( Australia ) - See all my reviews In Twyman ' s classic , he reveals in the intro that the basis of this book is a vision he had whilst travelling through the former Yugoslavia . Whether you believe that this vision was the product of a healthy imagination , or something deeper , is up to you . Maybe it isn ' t even relevant ? It ' s a quick read , and the story is entertaining . My main complaint about this book is that it ' s a bit light weight for more advanced seekers . It offers a very superficial and pithy explanation about what the emissaries are about , and this is frustrating . It ' s up to you whether you believe they ' re real or imaginary . Help other customers find the most helpful reviews EMISSARY OF LIGHT Shines , August 28 , 2007 By Kriss Siler " L . Kriss Siler , Minister of Peace " ( Wheat Ridge , CO USA ) - See all my reviews EMISSARY OF LIGHT by James F . Twyman shines brighter than the sun . This is an action packed true story about Twyman ' s invitation to perform a peace concert in war torn Bosnia during the late 1990 s . He is completely transparent about sharing his raw fear , his excitement in being led to meet a hidden ancient small community of people known as the Emissaries of Light , the invitation to learn from them how to change fear into unconditional love in order to help bring about world peace . We are humbled to be able to witness the spiritual maturation of Twyman and his own peace ministry as a peace troubadour and a teacher of peace . We are humbled and privileged as we watch him walk his edge in courage , love and humility . Fear induces a heavy burden of paralysis , revenge and hate for the unknown in most people . If you read this book , it means that you were led to it by your Higher Self , your Soul . Go with your Soul and shed your own burdens . Read this book NOW ! ! Help other customers find the most helpful reviews Fantastic , teriffic , moving , and inspiring . , August 6 , 1999 By A Customer This review is from : Emissary of Light : My Adventure With the Secret Peacemakers ( Audio Cassette ) The Emissary of Light is one of the most moving and inspiring book I have read in years . The thought that this planet is being helped is so refreshing . Thank you James for this fantastic book . Help other customers find the most helpful reviews Was this review helpful to you ? Report this | Permalink Comment Twyman is right on the money and - I hope - true . , January 20 , 1998 By A Customer " Emissaries of Light " is a much needed way - shower . Even if the ' secret brotherhood ' that Twyman speaks about does not exist , it should ! This message comes naturally enough from one of the most ravaged regions in the modern world . Like the recent , and even more incredible , " The Autobiography of Jesus of Nazareth and the Missing years " by Richard G . Patton , this is a timeless story to lift the Spirit - whatever your belief system . Like " The Autobiography . ..", " Emissary of Light " is a quest to recognise Soul within each of us . It must say something , that so many exceptional books are coming out in this present time ? This is a book to be read if you are having any crisis of faith . Help other customers find the most helpful reviews For those who like spiritual journeys , take this one now ! , October 2 , 1997 By A Customer If true , as the author James Twyman alleges , a secret community of prayer warriors has been in existence for thousands of years praying for world peace . He is the first to be allowed to report on their way of life to the outside world . He also took part in their 12 - hour daily meditation , and witnessed many miraculous signs and wonders . The book also tells of Twyman ' s experiences with " A Course in Miracles " and at Medjugorje in Bosnia . Ironically , Medjugorje is not far away from the mountain hideaway where he encountered the community of mystics . Their prediction for our future is one of dramatic change - but for the better ! A great spiritual renaissance is about to unfold throughout the world . This book and the mystics it portrays are a crucial link in the chain of events that is already occurring . Help other customers find the most helpful reviews Excellent book on the ' inward journey " to peace , September 28 , 1997 By A Customer If you are called to read books about spirituality , this is for you . The author takes us with him on his far away travels , not only to the distant mountains of ancient Dalmatia , but up some very steep spiritual hills . Throughout the book we catch references to " A Course in Miracles ", and to the apparitions at Medjugorje . We meet some amazing people - and experience their mystical way of life . If anyone wants to be in touch with what is happening spiritually right now , this book will lead you there . Whether or not you believe the events in this book happened : , January 8 , 1998 By A Customer 0 of 1 people found the following review helpful : The teachings and concepts are quite compelling and thought provoking . I listened to the cassette version , and it was very inspiring . A wonderful celebration of peace , and a challenge that when each of us to live peace each day we expotentially create peace worldwide . Poorly Written New Age Novel , August 26 , 1999 By A Customer 2 of 7 people found the following review helpful : Author claims that this is a true story , but really this is an amateurish novel about a mystical community devoted to a bland version of " A Course in Miracles . " If you are really into ACIM , you may like this ; for others this book is not recommended . one must wonder , if Twyman is so enlightened , why did he attempt to pass this off as a true story ? He has publically admitted that the story is loosely based on his travels in Croatia and has suggested that he made up " Teacher " to make the story more interesting .