The Hidden Power, and Other Papers upon Mental Science

"The Hidden Power and Other Papers upon Mental Science" by T. Troward is a series of writings that examines the relationship between the power of the human mind and the nature of reality. Written by a judge who was part of the New Thought movement during the early 1900s, the book introduces themes of inner potential, spiritual development, and the effect of thought on shaping one's world. The writings question regular ideas about the mind, encouraging readers to understand the strength within themselves and their link to something divine. It starts by saying that recognizing the symbolic nature of much of life is essential to understand the deeper truths of existence, pointing out ignorance comes from a lack of knowledge about our connection to the universal spirit. This lays the groundwork for a look at the power of thought and consciousness.