H. Emilie Cady

H Emilie Cady

H. Emilie Cady (1848–1941) was a prominent American homeopathic physician and author of spiritual writings. Her works have contributed significantly to the New Thought movement, a mind-healing movement that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Cady's writings, especially her book Lessons in Truth: A Course of Twelve Lessons in Practical Christianity, have become foundational texts in the study and practice of New Thought principles.

Biography

Harriet Emilie Cady was born in 1848 in Dryden, New York. She pursued a career in medicine, a rare path for women in her time, and graduated as a homeopathic physician. Dr. Cady moved to New York City, where she built a successful practice. Her journey into spiritual writing began when she encountered the teachings of Emma Curtis Hopkins, a notable teacher of New Thought principles.

Contributions to New Thought

H. Emilie Cady's contributions to the New Thought movement are primarily through her writings. In 1896, she published Lessons in Truth in the magazine Unity, a publication of the Unity Church, which was co-founded by Charles and Myrtle Fillmore. The book has since been translated into several languages and remains a key text in New Thought literature.

Her other works include How I Used Truth and God, A Present Help, each offering insights into practical Christianity and the application of New Thought principles in everyday life. Cady's writings emphasize the power of the mind in healing and the realization of one's divine potential.

Philosophy and Teachings

Cady's philosophy intertwines the principles of Christianity with New Thought beliefs, advocating for a practical approach to spirituality. She believed in the inherent divinity of every individual and the power of positive thinking and affirmation in transforming one’s life. Her teachings stress the importance of understanding and applying spiritual laws to achieve physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.

Legacy

H. Emilie Cady's legacy in the New Thought movement is enduring. Her works continue to inspire individuals seeking spiritual growth and understanding. Lessons in Truth is considered a spiritual classic, and Cady is revered as a pioneering woman in both medicine and spirituality.

Selected Works

• Lessons in Truth: A Course of Twelve Lessons in Practical Christianity
• How I Used Truth
• God, A Present Help

See Also

• New Thought
• Unity Church
• Emma Curtis Hopkins
• Charles Fillmore
• Myrtle Fillmore