Temples on the Other Side: How Wisdom from 'Beyond the Veil' Can Help You Right Now

by Sylvia Browne

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Genres: Spirituality, Nonfiction, New Age, Paranormal, Philosophy

256 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2008

About the author

Sylvia Browne was an American author and self-proclaimed psychic who built a lucrative career through books, television appearances, and psychic readings. Known for her frequent guest spots on The Montel Williams Show and Larry King Live, she claimed to communicate with angels, spirit guides, and the deceased, and said she had psychic visions from the age of three. In 1986, she founded the Society of Novus Spiritus, a Gnostic Christian church, and ran a variety of businesses, reportedly earning millions annually.
Browne wrote over 40 books, many of which were bestsellers, and maintained a dedicated fanbase throughout her life. However, her career was marked by controversy. She made numerous high-profile predictions about missing persons and criminal cases that were later proven false—errors that drew widespread criticism and scrutiny from skeptics and media outlets. A 2010 study by the Skeptical Inquirer concluded she had not been accurate in any verifiable case. Her reputation suffered further after her 1992 conviction for securities fraud.
Despite criticism from figures like James Randi and John Oliver, Browne retained a devoted following. Her vague prediction about a “pneumonia-like illness” spreading around 2020 drew renewed attention during the COVID-19 pandemic. She remained a polarizing figure—revered by some, discredited by others—until her death in 2013 at the age of 77.

Reviews

[Paula Cappa · Rating 4 out of 5]

I bought this book at a library book sale. Before I read this, I thought Sylvia Browne was just another entertainment psychic and had not read any of her books. But once I read this, I found Browne to be genuine and intelligent, and a woman of strong faith in God. The idea of temples existing on the other side of our reality is certainly far-flung. By the time I finished the book, I became more open minded. Because I am a believer that the other side does exist and am curious to learn more about God, spirits, angels, souls and human destiny, etc., I found this book full of possibilities and thought-provoking. Soul transition is certainly not impossible, nor is consciousness beyond our human element. Browne describes these many temples (Temples of Wisdom, Justice, Resolution, Healing, Artistic Endeavors, Lectures and more) as spheres of activity (housed in very earthlike structures) that can serve those who have died and those of us here as well. She connects the afterlife into our earthly lives and that potential makes for a fascinating read. From a biblical perspective, Christ’s words, “In my Father’s house are many mansions,” Browne’s concepts here certainly expand on Christ’s statement with details and purposes that the bible leaves vague. This is an intriguing read if you want to explore possibilities of spiritual destiny. Throughout the book she cites God the Father as her source for her abilities and visions. “Because of Him, we are all in existence forever.” Speculating what’s ‘beyond the veil’ can be a worthy adventure. Sylvia Browne died in 2013.

[Karen · Rating 2 out of 5]

I have been a believer in the paranormal for many years and have always been intrigued by ghosts, psychics, and the afterlife. However, this book seems to be a huuuuge stretch. Maybe I first became skeptical of Sylvia Brown when I read one of her books where she purportedly discovered that physical ailments and phobias can be byproducts of previous lives. I had read other literature on reincarnation published years before Sylvia's fame which discussed this theory in detail yet Sylvia infers that she discovered this all on her own! At another time she claims that one of her clients was burned as a witch in early America. Another fallacy! Witches were burned in Europe not America ,although they were persecuted.
This book was a gift to me from my husband so I have felt obligated to read it. I admit it would be nice if heaven were the way Sylvia portrays it but I just find it hard to accept that a psychic, no matter how gifted, would be privy to so much information and all from an obliging spirit guide. Ironically, even though I believe in all sorts of things from ghosts to alien abductions, my intuition tells me her books are alot of b.s. which millions of gullible people gobble up.

[Cori · Rating 5 out of 5]

whether you believe in her messages or not, these were just awesome possibilities...it would be wonderful if all this turned out to be real...very interesting concepts that actually make a lot of sense...who knows? maybe it is real!

[Ximon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This review is for anyone familiar with Sylvia Browne's books.

This book is helpful because you get more clarity to the Temples on the Other Side. Like the book says we living on earth and going thru the bad and good and stress are really the dead and the other side are the living.

We come to earth to learn, even if we have horrible lifes, stressful life bad things happening to us all this is part of the plan. We; even though it sounds insane, decided to go thru all of it. We living on earth are more likely to give up, get frustrated and feel like the problems we have will never be resolved.

This book has helpful advice to at least remove the weight from our shoulders. Even if you are a none believer I will say that meditating in genre is helpful. I'm sure their are scientific test that prove that.

In this book we find about all the helpful resources we have access to and how we can use them. The beginning of the book is painting the picture and giving us an idea of how everything looks and works and the second part is the mediations to make the connection.

I do think that we all visit these places on a regular basis without knowing. Like we have a dream and we resolve a problem or get an idea. Sometimes we can take a nap and wake up refresh and ready to take the world. We have problems and then we have solutions after a good night's rest. But because we do live in a world where the bad can overpower the good a book like this helps us raise our defenses.

Every time I read a book like this I feel powerful and feel a connection to everything around me, I will tell anyone, Read this book and get what helps you, not everything will agree with you but something might and it will help.

[D.l. · Rating 3 out of 5]

I don't really like or dislike this one. If you are into doing guided meditation, there are a lot of exercises to work with in here.

Sylvia has a nice chatty style of writing which makes her books easy to read. I had to keep reminding myself she is Gnostic while reading this. The descriptions of the other side become repetitive, and her referring to Earth as hell is sad.

If we are sent here to learn, would it be possible to refer to this plane of existing as something other than hell? There is an implication of giving up, refusing to better ourselves and our world around us.

[OtterweenPDX · Rating 5 out of 5]

The most informative and insightful book about life on the other side. Always a re-read

[Linda · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book is a real stretch. I think it sounds like she made it up.

[Rachel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great meditation places.

[Nivrati Goel · Rating 4 out of 5]

The other realms of universe always fascinates me

[Laura · Rating 3 out of 5]

Sylvia Browne describes the various temples that can be found on the Other Side, some that she has previously known about and others that she has just learned about. She lists each temple and the areas in your life that it can help with. Her premise is that you can visit these temples through meditation any time you want and that doing this can transform you life. People on the other side also have access to these temples for learning and understanding.
At the end of the book Sylvia Browne has written a meditation for each temple and how to best utilize it for your highest good.
Interesting book yes, but alot of it is repeated if you have read any other books from Sylvia.

[Sue · Rating 2 out of 5]

There was not enough about other planets, UFOs, aliens or even the shift of the Earth and sinking underwater.

She mentioned that she was unable to formulate good enough questions, even though she had a viable source. She said she was on life 54; that one couldn't get much further than 100. Wrong. I'm on 864.

This was regurgitated information. Gold doors? Greek edifices? This sounds like the "Other Side," and she made some good points here . . . but there's more. Thanks to Ruth Montgomery (who she did mention), Robert Schwartz Courageous Souls, Gordon-Michael Scallion and Dolores Cannon.

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sylvia Browne brings fascinating information from the Other Side that can help your earthly existence. She explores the many temples and halls "beyond the veil" explaining how they all hold wisdom that can dramatically improve your life right now. She includes easy yet effective edifices, including the Temple of Learning, the Hall of Healing, and more - each of which serves a particular purpose. You can gain insight into how their attributes can help gain insight and help you overcome challenges - and enrich your life in ways you never thought possible.

[Heather · Rating 4 out of 5]

i loved this book. it was really something that helped me remember things rather than teach me things. that's when i know it was something that i needed to read. there's several temples and halls described in it from the OtherSide, the place we hang out between incarnations, along with meditations that help you visit there. the meditations are worded strangely at times. since i have done so many guided meditations before, and led others in them a bunch too, i am taking the liberty of rewriting some of the details in the meditations to better facilitate travel.

[Alicia · Rating 4 out of 5]

I know, I know. And I don't care. I adore Sylvia Browne. That great "whiskey & 2 packs a day" voice; her unpretentious tone; the intelligent & well-researched background she gives; and best of all, the unapologetic way she tells it like she sees it, and doesn't feel threatened if others don't agree - about every 10 pgs she'll encourage the reader to take what rings true, then find their own answers for the rest.

[Bekah · Rating 1 out of 5]

To be honest I feel Sylvia Brown is full of shit. I whole heartedly believe in spirit and spend a good part of everyday basking in it. Spirit is highly personal and everyone’s experience of it is different. This is all waaaaaay to precise. Way to “physical” for my taste. Like I said, everyone’s ideas and experiences are different that’s what makes each of our own thoughts opinions and personalities unique. I am just very leery of people who say….”this is the way it is”.

[Krissys Bookshelf Reviews · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good read into multiple theories behind a souls transition and the various places a person can gain knowledge once they are on the other side.
If you're a reader because you believe or you read just for the fun of it, Syliva brings up some interesting ideas.

[Stacy · Rating 2 out of 5]

Definitely not one of my favorite Sylvia books. As other reviewers noted, some things felt like a stretch, some parts felt repetitive. Both of those things are disappointing because often I feel that what Sylvia writes really does resonate with me, but not this time.

[Jessica Gray · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book changed my entire life. It has made me more spiritual than I have ever been. It has brought me comfort in life and death.

[Marjorie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very interesting book. I really enjoyed reading it, much to my surprise. I think I need the CD of meditations now!

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Who knew? No description of this book could do it justice. You'll have to read it to open your mind to these wondrous possibilities.

[Nicolette Froelicher · Rating 3 out of 5]

I did like it but felt like I was reading the same chapter over and over again, so it got a little boring for me. In the end it was still an interesting read.

[Robin Murphy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've always loved reading Sylvia Browne's books. This book took you a little deeper into the "other side", and continued to inspire me. It opened my eyes and mind...as always, a must read.

[Kristi Newcomb · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was good. Kind of a rehash of one of her other books. I've read them all so I was afraid of that. But still very good, I love Sylvia's style and candor.

[Ruby Noise · Rating 4 out of 5]

Explained to me what I think instinctively happens when we enter heaven, home, the other side.

[Jan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Difficult to describe....suspend your beliefs and read