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Infinite Love is the Only Truth: Everything Else is Illusion
A book that claims with such clarity that 'physical' reality is merely an illusion that only exists in our brain. Fantastic? Sure it is. But David Icke's idea, presented in a way that everyone can understand, is a life-changing exposure of both the illusion we believe to be 'real' and the way this illusion is generated and manipulated to imprison us in a false reality. Icke says we 'live' in a 'holographic internet' in that our brains are connected to a central 'computer' that feeds us the same collective reality that we decode from waveforms and electrical signals into the holographic 3D 'world' that we all think we see.
236 pages, Paperback
First published April 1, 2005
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David Icke
127 books967 followersDavid Icke is a writer and public speaker.
He has toured all over world giving presentations and has written over 10 books sharing his research and views regarding the current state of society and global events.
Former BBC television sports presenter and British Green Party spokesman.
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He has toured all over world giving presentations and has written over 10 books sharing his research and views regarding the current state of society and global events.
Former BBC television sports presenter and British Green Party spokesman.
David's Facebook page:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/David-I...
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March 7, 2013
Man, how do you even describe this book? It is A LOT to absorb! Many people think he is psycho, but what if he's right? Has anyone considered that? Ultimately his message is pure to me. He certainly makes you think about the insanity of religions, media, government, war etc. It makes you laugh out loud and the sheer insanity of it when you take a step back to look at it. The beginning of the book was extremely depressing and scary - but it ends as a very uplifting story. I am infinite consciousness, all that ever was and all that will ever be.
November 18, 2014
This was a great & well documented book. It's been a while since I learned so many interesting things about the world we live in and mostly about the human nature. The book is a real eye opener and I will definitely want to read more of this kind.
Like in many other books, there are some downsides (and I can see there are others sharing the same thought)some that bothered me are:
1. a lack of credibility to some of the topics (we are in the 21st century, I can't truly accept what some 'voices' told someone);
2. the overly used (and geeky ) term "Matrix";
3. a dogmatic feel to the writing style. The author doesn't quite leave room for error in what he has to say but at least, at the beginning, he does say that it is our choice to believe him or not, so I must give a little credit for that.
Anyway, I found the author really wise and well read. He enriched the book with funny statements and a bunch of famous quotes. It was hard for me to decide if I should rate it with only a 4, if possible, I would give it a 4 and a half.
Like in many other books, there are some downsides (and I can see there are others sharing the same thought)some that bothered me are:
1. a lack of credibility to some of the topics (we are in the 21st century, I can't truly accept what some 'voices' told someone);
2. the overly used (and geeky ) term "Matrix";
3. a dogmatic feel to the writing style. The author doesn't quite leave room for error in what he has to say but at least, at the beginning, he does say that it is our choice to believe him or not, so I must give a little credit for that.
Anyway, I found the author really wise and well read. He enriched the book with funny statements and a bunch of famous quotes. It was hard for me to decide if I should rate it with only a 4, if possible, I would give it a 4 and a half.
March 12, 2013
This is my first David Icke book. I'm not sure I can align myself with much of what the author professes such as green lizards ruling the planet going by the collective name of Illuminati. However, when David focuses on the metaphysics of Truth, much of what he says is profound. Liked the book and will be reading more.
July 31, 2011
He steps away from enumerating interdimensional conspiracies and finds solution in Infinite Love.
My favorite part is his description of how our DNA acts like a crystal that focuses varous cosmic vibrations into the form we see as our bodies. Cool idea.
My favorite part is his description of how our DNA acts like a crystal that focuses varous cosmic vibrations into the form we see as our bodies. Cool idea.
August 12, 2012
Book Review: Infinite Love is the Only Truth Everything Else is Illusion
(Author: David Icke; Publisher: Bridge of Love Publications USA; Publication Date: April 2005)
By David R. Poole
Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes.
Carl Justav Jung
For those who like New Age philosophy conjoined with conspiracy theory, Infinite Love is the Only Truth Everything Else is Illusion by David Icke provides an intoxicating mix of consciousness-expanding insight, radical hypothesis, and sinister, covert agendas by a parallel species that simultaneously exists with and enslaves humanity. The author’s inward journey began in 1990 wherein he discovered that life itself is an illusion put in place as a means of control; that the very five senses we rely on in our daily life to “see” the world are no better than a pentagon-inspired prison, designed specifically to keep us blind; and that there is only one truth: love… everything else is illusion.
The first two chapters are devoted almost exclusively to the author’s views of the ultimate conspiracy theory: the Illuminati, the fascist super secret society that rules the world through nefarious means and strict control of their bloodline. Those new to David Icke, may be surprised to find his views go slightly further out in that he believes the Illuminati is in actuality a completely alien, reptilian life form that can at will vibrate at a different frequency to apparently shape shift to mask their true identity. Conspiracy theories always make for a fast, entertaining read, and this book is no exception; however, the author’s lack of footnotes of source material, actual witnesses, photographic or other hard evidence, make his theories speculative at best and libelous at worst. President Bush and Prime Minister Blair are evil, shape-shifting reptoids according to Mr. Icke, but in this book he offers not one scintilla of evidence to support this supposition.
The book presents a strong case for silent command and control of the world population by a series of “Problem, Reaction, Solution” scenarios, as epitomized by the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center. The Illuminati-controlled governmental agencies destroy the towers; the public at large demands a strong response; and the Illuminati governmental puppets provide a “solution”, which of course entails the deletion of previous freedoms and ceding further control to the Illuminati. This is referred to as a kind of silent warfare and is yet another tool in the Illuminati’s arsenal to control our lives and trap our consciousness, which if allowed to be awakened, would hold infinite potential without the imposed restrictions of our reptilian masters.
From conspiracy, the book quickly shifts to a kind of New Age philosophy extremely similar to views espoused by the Advaita Vedanta (Hinduism) that states what we call “life” is really the dream, and “Infinite Love is the Only Truth”. Substitute the word “love” with the Hindu concept of Brahman, and the overall message is exactly the same. Mr. Icke is not referring to love in the conventional sense, such as the way a man loves his wife, but rather as it represents “the One”, “the Whole”, or “Everything” (in other words, we are all infinite beings, with infinite consciousness, and are all “One”).
It wasn’t years spent with a yogi studying Hindu texts and meditation that shaped Mr. Icke’s philosophy, but rather a visit to the Amazon rain forest and receiving it telepathically under the influence of the psychotropic ayahuasca, a giant vine (that contains a naturally occurring hallucinogenic alkaloid [DMT]) used historically by indigenous people for shamanic and medicinal purposes. The ayahuasca freed the author’s mind, and combined with a series of synchronicities in his life, convinced him of the importance of the event and the meaning of the message. Unfortunately, by choosing to blend his Neo-Hindu philosophy with his previously held beliefs of reptilian overlords and shadow governments, the author has taken two disparate topics that don’t necessarily seem to belong in the same book. It is difficult at times to follow, as the book is somewhat poorly organized and flip flops between conspiracy and New Ageism.
The book’s preferred method for describing the illusionary world our infinite consciousness is trapped in is the Matrix. Much like the movie of the same name, the Matrix is a shared holographic reality, delivered to us through the DNA receiver and transmitter that is our bodies. By now you must be asking yourself “What do I take? The blue pill or the red pill?” Unfortunately neither, as Mr. Icke does not offer an easy answer as to how one escapes the Matrix, but rather this: “Only when we become pure consciousness in awareness of itself can we ditch the bodies and with them the Matrix.”
The best chapter in the book is called The God Program, and it’s so good it left me wanting more. Basically, the chapter makes the case that religions are nothing more than programs in the Matrix, designed as another means of control. If I were a book publisher, I would be approaching David Icke to stretch the chapter out to a full-length book… It’s that good. Equally good, and included generously throughout the book are excellent, full color artwork by Neil Hague, that illustrate the concepts the author presents.
Despite the obviously contradictory nature of combining conspiracy theory with New Age philosophy, Infinite Love is the Only Truth Everything Else is Illusion is an exciting, educational book to read. One might not agree with the author’s claims, but you cannot deny he’s a lively talented writer, who is extremely skilled at pulling you in with the almost conversational tone he sets throughout the book. Reading Infinite Love is the Only Truth Everything Else is Illusion is similar to a long, late night conversation with your well-read friends over drinks at a local pub. Maybe your pal had one too many and is making the case that lizards rule the world and everything we see is illusion, but he sure sounds convincing and is great fun to listen to!
(Author: David Icke; Publisher: Bridge of Love Publications USA; Publication Date: April 2005)
By David R. Poole
Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes.
Carl Justav Jung
For those who like New Age philosophy conjoined with conspiracy theory, Infinite Love is the Only Truth Everything Else is Illusion by David Icke provides an intoxicating mix of consciousness-expanding insight, radical hypothesis, and sinister, covert agendas by a parallel species that simultaneously exists with and enslaves humanity. The author’s inward journey began in 1990 wherein he discovered that life itself is an illusion put in place as a means of control; that the very five senses we rely on in our daily life to “see” the world are no better than a pentagon-inspired prison, designed specifically to keep us blind; and that there is only one truth: love… everything else is illusion.
The first two chapters are devoted almost exclusively to the author’s views of the ultimate conspiracy theory: the Illuminati, the fascist super secret society that rules the world through nefarious means and strict control of their bloodline. Those new to David Icke, may be surprised to find his views go slightly further out in that he believes the Illuminati is in actuality a completely alien, reptilian life form that can at will vibrate at a different frequency to apparently shape shift to mask their true identity. Conspiracy theories always make for a fast, entertaining read, and this book is no exception; however, the author’s lack of footnotes of source material, actual witnesses, photographic or other hard evidence, make his theories speculative at best and libelous at worst. President Bush and Prime Minister Blair are evil, shape-shifting reptoids according to Mr. Icke, but in this book he offers not one scintilla of evidence to support this supposition.
The book presents a strong case for silent command and control of the world population by a series of “Problem, Reaction, Solution” scenarios, as epitomized by the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center. The Illuminati-controlled governmental agencies destroy the towers; the public at large demands a strong response; and the Illuminati governmental puppets provide a “solution”, which of course entails the deletion of previous freedoms and ceding further control to the Illuminati. This is referred to as a kind of silent warfare and is yet another tool in the Illuminati’s arsenal to control our lives and trap our consciousness, which if allowed to be awakened, would hold infinite potential without the imposed restrictions of our reptilian masters.
From conspiracy, the book quickly shifts to a kind of New Age philosophy extremely similar to views espoused by the Advaita Vedanta (Hinduism) that states what we call “life” is really the dream, and “Infinite Love is the Only Truth”. Substitute the word “love” with the Hindu concept of Brahman, and the overall message is exactly the same. Mr. Icke is not referring to love in the conventional sense, such as the way a man loves his wife, but rather as it represents “the One”, “the Whole”, or “Everything” (in other words, we are all infinite beings, with infinite consciousness, and are all “One”).
It wasn’t years spent with a yogi studying Hindu texts and meditation that shaped Mr. Icke’s philosophy, but rather a visit to the Amazon rain forest and receiving it telepathically under the influence of the psychotropic ayahuasca, a giant vine (that contains a naturally occurring hallucinogenic alkaloid [DMT]) used historically by indigenous people for shamanic and medicinal purposes. The ayahuasca freed the author’s mind, and combined with a series of synchronicities in his life, convinced him of the importance of the event and the meaning of the message. Unfortunately, by choosing to blend his Neo-Hindu philosophy with his previously held beliefs of reptilian overlords and shadow governments, the author has taken two disparate topics that don’t necessarily seem to belong in the same book. It is difficult at times to follow, as the book is somewhat poorly organized and flip flops between conspiracy and New Ageism.
The book’s preferred method for describing the illusionary world our infinite consciousness is trapped in is the Matrix. Much like the movie of the same name, the Matrix is a shared holographic reality, delivered to us through the DNA receiver and transmitter that is our bodies. By now you must be asking yourself “What do I take? The blue pill or the red pill?” Unfortunately neither, as Mr. Icke does not offer an easy answer as to how one escapes the Matrix, but rather this: “Only when we become pure consciousness in awareness of itself can we ditch the bodies and with them the Matrix.”
The best chapter in the book is called The God Program, and it’s so good it left me wanting more. Basically, the chapter makes the case that religions are nothing more than programs in the Matrix, designed as another means of control. If I were a book publisher, I would be approaching David Icke to stretch the chapter out to a full-length book… It’s that good. Equally good, and included generously throughout the book are excellent, full color artwork by Neil Hague, that illustrate the concepts the author presents.
Despite the obviously contradictory nature of combining conspiracy theory with New Age philosophy, Infinite Love is the Only Truth Everything Else is Illusion is an exciting, educational book to read. One might not agree with the author’s claims, but you cannot deny he’s a lively talented writer, who is extremely skilled at pulling you in with the almost conversational tone he sets throughout the book. Reading Infinite Love is the Only Truth Everything Else is Illusion is similar to a long, late night conversation with your well-read friends over drinks at a local pub. Maybe your pal had one too many and is making the case that lizards rule the world and everything we see is illusion, but he sure sounds convincing and is great fun to listen to!
September 10, 2019
3.5 stars
May 6, 2016
Absolutely amazing. I had to read it twice. It is also quite a funny book, I had good laugh ... (even though it is possibly not meant to be funny) at the way humans behave without thinking, especially if there is some sort of religion involved. With religion people do not THINK FOR THEMSELVES AT ALL, but I guess, that is the idea. I read this book some time ago and I remember it being very enlightening and eye opening. Not for those who have a fixed paradigm to maintain or defend.
August 5, 2011
This is my fourth Icke book (I think, I'm losing count).
In it he explains. among other things, about the Matrix, that apparently totally governs our lives. I don't understand what the Matrix really is. In my opinion he fails to provide us with an adequate definition of it. As far as I understand, it's like God in its omnipotence and omnipresence, if not possessing omniscience. Except that it's a totally evil sort of God. And Icke makes a point of explaining that there is no God and no Devil, only Infinite Love.
The Matrix is connected with, in some way equivalent to, the Illuminati. But the Illuminati are people (well, reptilians), so I fail to see how they could control everything.
David explains that if we get the fact that Infinite Love is all there is, we can slip free of the Matrix. Well, I get that.
But surely the Matrix is just the way life is, and as soon as we progress in our understanding, we will "automatically" get there where we "let go. let God" (which Icke says doesn't exist) and then things will get better and better for us. I feel I've understood all this though in practice it may take some time to get there. I have learnt this from Abraham (Esther & Jerry Hicks)and the marvellous works of Joel Goldsmith. And the theory works.
I agree with David that organized religion is a load of "bollocks" (to use one of his favourite words). But not the essence of it. I am in no doubt that there is a power within us all, our essence, that governs everything if we let it (that's not the Matrix, no way), and one can call it God, or the Christ within or Infinite love. It's all the same. Though Joel Goldsmith and Joseph Murphy et al keep referring to the Christ and quote from the Bible, this does not invalidate their teachings, which in essence probably do not differ from Icke's.(But he just hates the word "God", and doesn't believe in a historical Jesus.)
I don't believe all that Icke says. I think perhaps he's got some of the details wrong. But it's all interesting, and people who can't be bothered to read his books are missing out on a lot. He deals with the whole thing, the basics. This is one of his best books - shorter and sweeter than the others.I
In it he explains. among other things, about the Matrix, that apparently totally governs our lives. I don't understand what the Matrix really is. In my opinion he fails to provide us with an adequate definition of it. As far as I understand, it's like God in its omnipotence and omnipresence, if not possessing omniscience. Except that it's a totally evil sort of God. And Icke makes a point of explaining that there is no God and no Devil, only Infinite Love.
The Matrix is connected with, in some way equivalent to, the Illuminati. But the Illuminati are people (well, reptilians), so I fail to see how they could control everything.
David explains that if we get the fact that Infinite Love is all there is, we can slip free of the Matrix. Well, I get that.
But surely the Matrix is just the way life is, and as soon as we progress in our understanding, we will "automatically" get there where we "let go. let God" (which Icke says doesn't exist) and then things will get better and better for us. I feel I've understood all this though in practice it may take some time to get there. I have learnt this from Abraham (Esther & Jerry Hicks)and the marvellous works of Joel Goldsmith. And the theory works.
I agree with David that organized religion is a load of "bollocks" (to use one of his favourite words). But not the essence of it. I am in no doubt that there is a power within us all, our essence, that governs everything if we let it (that's not the Matrix, no way), and one can call it God, or the Christ within or Infinite love. It's all the same. Though Joel Goldsmith and Joseph Murphy et al keep referring to the Christ and quote from the Bible, this does not invalidate their teachings, which in essence probably do not differ from Icke's.(But he just hates the word "God", and doesn't believe in a historical Jesus.)
I don't believe all that Icke says. I think perhaps he's got some of the details wrong. But it's all interesting, and people who can't be bothered to read his books are missing out on a lot. He deals with the whole thing, the basics. This is one of his best books - shorter and sweeter than the others.I
January 22, 2016
Totally blew my mind. I was walking around for a day or two after in a shocked state of presence, seeing the fear in everyone and everything. I settled into it though and now I feel my attitude has changed about so much... Cus of this book. It's harsh at times and littered with the author's volatile emotions throughout, but definitely one of the best books I've ever read.
June 17, 2007
"our lives begun to end the day we become silent about things that matter."
if you don't want to read, here is a great video:
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don't fear the consequences!
if you don't want to read, here is a great video:
http://video.google.com/videoplay?doc...
don't fear the consequences!
September 13, 2022
Occasionally, David Icke tries to put down a condensed version of one of his books with a veneer of a self-help emphasis. It's usually a disaster. This is no exception. Full review: https://fakegeekboy.wordpress.com/201...
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August 29, 2007After covering all the things wrong with the world and government cover ups, I like that he finally has a solution on how to deal with it all. A good wrap up.
April 26, 2011
Old news. Might be a good beginners book.
January 26, 2012
i love david icke and his books are life changing!
May 4, 2012
This is the great book and i loved it,it was sweet and romantic!<3
June 9, 2016
Alot of food for thought!
August 13, 2024
While I don’t always agree with David Icke — his evidence and arguments are compelling like all his books I’ve read this far at the time of writing this review - which am doing in chronological order— it’s interesting to see the evolution if his predictions and takes on reality
His take on the matrix is a sad reality of the world but at the same time I think he gets some things wrong — like aspects of religion which are more failures of men and sects many faiths have dwindled into or hijacked by the matrix rather created by the matrix itself as he thinks…
I also don’t see why his communication with voices in other dimensions is any more valid over others who have conflicting views of reality like Prophets of faiths who too communicated with other realm entities — whether it be Angels, Demons, Aliens — whatever you want to call it
I don’t doubt anyone as to these claims — but what makes his particular communication with entities, voices or whatever any more “matrix free” vs ones he brushes of as part of the matrix ? — I think it’s a bit contradictory
But overall his work is always a worthy and important useful read and appreciated
To Our Continued Success!
Seemy
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His take on the matrix is a sad reality of the world but at the same time I think he gets some things wrong — like aspects of religion which are more failures of men and sects many faiths have dwindled into or hijacked by the matrix rather created by the matrix itself as he thinks…
I also don’t see why his communication with voices in other dimensions is any more valid over others who have conflicting views of reality like Prophets of faiths who too communicated with other realm entities — whether it be Angels, Demons, Aliens — whatever you want to call it
I don’t doubt anyone as to these claims — but what makes his particular communication with entities, voices or whatever any more “matrix free” vs ones he brushes of as part of the matrix ? — I think it’s a bit contradictory
But overall his work is always a worthy and important useful read and appreciated
To Our Continued Success!
Seemy
Waseem.tv/Blog
👆🏼 P.S -
If you found this review helpful - I’d like to invite you to discover more on our blog. Where the community share some of our most important insights to level up each others knowledge 💡- from experience in studying books like this, training programs, podcasts and much more - visit the blog link above to find out more.
P.P.S 😅 - You probably noticed from my profile that I’ve reviewed a LOT of books over the years now - if you love seeking knowledge like me I’d love to connect with you further as a like minded person (send me a friend invite! 😀) - Also if you are curious - here is my preferred and recommended resource for seeking timeless wisdom - Check it out via the website invite link below 👇🏼 (You’ll be able to claim some awesome books for free 📚)
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June 28, 2018
My third David Icke book. I loved the other two (And the Truth Shall Set You Free, Robots' Rebellion). This wasn't the same experience for me. The bonkers ideas are largely unsubstantiated here. In fact, he freely admits that he gained much of the book's material while under the influence of mind-altering drugs.
I found much of it a slog to get through. I do not understand DNA. Nor did this book help me understand DNA.
However, it does deliver a hard punch. And the effect remains. And I did find myself taking notes, which is rare for me these days.
I found much of it a slog to get through. I do not understand DNA. Nor did this book help me understand DNA.
However, it does deliver a hard punch. And the effect remains. And I did find myself taking notes, which is rare for me these days.
June 2, 2020
Came across this dude on YouTube before he was banned 🤔 kind of reminded me of pleadians with reptiles and such. But was a little more 'out there' while I could kind of understand the matrix and being in a computer game most of it I couldn't understand.
August 9, 2018
Las ideas que plantea son interesantes y factibles, el estilo de escritura me ha resutado un poco denso.
May 29, 2020
knowing the truth and breaking free
legit amazing. loved every bit of it and so ‘informative’ but beyond that... freeing and loving and knowing the truth
legit amazing. loved every bit of it and so ‘informative’ but beyond that... freeing and loving and knowing the truth
August 12, 2020
Wow, so much interesting stuff and so well written.
March 3, 2021
Crazy madness. Couldn't go after the second chapter. Psycho.
September 15, 2021
Excellent. Intense. Enlightening.
December 4, 2021
Although some parts of the book were entertaining, it would be just harshly on credibility. Some parts were just clumsy.
October 16, 2022
Incredible David Icke book.
November 14, 2023
The best book that I read in my life until now. The theory of David Icke of what is the world is fascinating. Icke is a great mind of our time.
May 11, 2013
I read this book some years back but forgot to add here. DI's books have ideas that are drawn probably from older material which may have been more pseudo-religious or even philosophical. What he does is opinionated some of them in a very layman's style. So DI's books in general are good easy reads but they no doubt do hold some water.
March 13, 2010
I would have given this book a five star had it not - in the words of someone I know - struck a thorn of pessimism in my heart!! n shattered my reality so brutally!! *phew*
Yeah I know that's a good thing in a way but not when you have oodles of negative energy being channeled your way!!
Yeah I know that's a good thing in a way but not when you have oodles of negative energy being channeled your way!!
February 2, 2016
It was one of the best books that I've read in my life.
David and I think very alike. I agree with most of the things he wrote in this book.
For others this book will either open their eyes, or it will be too hard to understand.
David and I think very alike. I agree with most of the things he wrote in this book.
For others this book will either open their eyes, or it will be too hard to understand.
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