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The Physics of God: Unifying Quantum Physics, Consciousness, M-Theory, Heaven, Neuroscience and Transcendence Paperback – September 18, 2017

by Joseph Selbie (Author), Amit Goswami PhD (Foreword)
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Setting aside the pervasive material bias of science and lifting the obscuring fog of religious sectarianism reveals a surprisingly clear unity of science and religion. The explanations of transcendent phenomena given by saints, sages, and near-death experiencers--miracles, immortality, heaven, God, and transcendent awareness--are fully congruent with scientific discoveries in the fields of relativity, quantum physics, medicine, M-theory, neuroscience, and quantum biology.

The Physics of God describes the intersections of science and religion with colorful, easy-to-understand metaphors, making abstruse subjects within both science and religion easily accessible to the layman--no math, no dogma. This intriguing book:
  • Pulls back the curtain on the light-show illusion we call matter.
  • Connects string theory's hidden brane worlds to religion's transcendent heavens.
  • Reveals the scientific secret of life and immortality: quantum biology's startling discovery that the human body is continuously entangled.
  • Demonstrates the miracle-making power of our minds to effect instantaneous physiological changes.
  • Explains how the intelligent observer effect confirms our high spiritual potential.


Compelling and concise, The Physics of God will make you believe in the unity of science and religion and eager to experience the personal transcendence that is the promise of both.
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    208 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Weiser
  4. Publication date
    September 18, 2017
  5. Dimensions
    6 x 0.5 x 5 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1632651106
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1632651105
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"The book combines science and religion in a way that can change how the reader views reality, the material world, God, and how they see themselves." --New Spirit Journal ― Reviews

"The Physics of God is an impressive and thought-provoking work which should be regarded as an important commentary regarding the metaphysical mysteries of life, physical reality, and human consciousness. Highly recommended!" --Spirituality Today ― Reviews

"In The Physics of God, Selbie clearly describes why phenomena labeled 'transcendent,' 'paranormal,' or 'spiritual,' are more consistent with a modern scientific understanding of reality than is commonly supposed. A well-written metaphysical journey into an uncertain but perennially fascinating domain." --Dean Radin, PhD, chief scientist, Institute of Noetic Sciences, author of Supernormal and Entangled Minds ― Reviews

"The Physics of God is the best book on the subject that I have ever read. It is a clear and lucid explanation of the interface between science and spirituality, as well as consciousness and matter. Anyone, scientist or layman, will benefit from this marvelous book." --Jyotish Novak, author of How to Meditate and Touch of Light ― Reviews

"Selbie does an excellent job of dispelling the myth that religion and science are incompatible. His unbiased comparison of the findings of science with the testimony of those who have had profound spiritual experience reveal a clear underlying unity. The Physics of God is clear, simple, and engaging!" --Susan Shumsky, award-winning author of Divine Revelation and Awaken Your Third Eye ― Reviews

About the Author


Joseph Selbie makes the complex and obscure, simple and clear. A dedicated meditator for over 40 years, he has taught yoga and meditation throughout the United States and Europe. He is known for creating bridges of understanding between the modern evidenced-based discoveries of science and the ancient experience-based discoveries of the mystics. Selbie maintains several blogs, including Intersections, which explores how spirituality connects with culture and science. He also authored The Yugas, a factual look at India's tradition of cyclical history; and a sci-fi/fantasy series, The Protectors Diaries, inspired by the abilities of mystics. Joseph is a founding member of Ananda, a meditation-based community and spiritual movement inspired by Paramahansa Yogananda. He lives with his wife at Ananda Village near Nevada City, California. For more information, go to
www.PhysicsAndGod.com.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Weiser; First Edition (September 18, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 208 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1632651106
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1632651105
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.5 x 5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 270 ratings

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Mountain Annie
5.0 out of 5 stars WOW Great Book
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2017
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I rarely write reviews, but this book is a true gem and deserves 5 stars. I can only add my own accolades to those of the other reviewers, who have already said what I would have written. I have read several other books relating to quantum physics and related topics, looking for some sort of clear understanding (so I can actually explain it to others), and this book is it. I love the logical and sometimes entertaining way he writes, by getting to the point without a lot of extraneous info that clutters up the (my) mind. I say it’s a WOW, because “Wow, I get it!”

I also love how he relates what he calls Scientific Materialism to Scientific Transcendence, the latter being of particular interest to me, as I’ve been involved with a spiritual path my entire life, and have read (too) many books about it. I’ve also had a daily meditative practice for the past 40+years, so I have direct experience, too. This book is a great synthesis.

Joseph has also written another fascinating gem of a book, “The Yugas: Keys to Understanding Our Hidden Past, Emerging Present and Future Enlightenment,” published in 2011. I just finished my 3rd reading of it (in different years) because there’s so much interesting information and it explains what’s going on in the world today, in addition to the past and future.

These 2 books are must-reads. Normally, if I see most of the reviews are 5 stars, I somewhat suspect they may be friends or family of the author. I am neither. I think all the positive reviews are a reflection of my own—the book(s) deserve it. Joseph is just a wonderful writer and researcher.
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Henry Huta
5.0 out of 5 stars Sience and Spirituality are complimentary.
Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2018
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Another must-read book for anyone on the spiritual path. One cannot separate science from spirituality. Although many leading current material scientists deny any connections between science and spirituality, Selbie provides a strong argument for such complementary. Selbie presents this complementarity by delving into the many "weird" aspects (as Einstein called them) of quantum physics, providing strong evidence that the founders of quantum mechanics all believed "consciousness" to be the one fundamental-primordial reality. The author provides strong links between quantum physics and the ancient wisdom of yoga and other Eastern spiritual teachings, especially string theory's M-theory and references to vibration throughout the ancient spiritual literature. The book is written in easy to understand layman's language for the non-scientist. However, if you have a scientific background, you will appreciate the abundance of scientific references. I have already ordered several books the author referenced to delve deeper into the subject material of consciousness. For an advanced Ph.D. student like myself, this book is a treasure.
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Marina Edgar
5.0 out of 5 stars “The Physics of God” is the best thing that happened to me in my long 25 ...
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2017
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“The Physics of God” is the best thing that happened to me in my long 25 year old way of searching for answers. In my opinion, this book needs to be a mandatory reading material in high school senior year for the following reasons:
1) If you never asked yourself before where the world is coming from, “The Physics of God” is an excellent starting point, laying firm foundation for inquisitive mind to find its own way in the ocean of ideas, teachings and beliefs;
2) If you are looking for The Universal Logic and know a lot about it, but still need to connect a few dots in your mind, this book is for your, as it is a brilliant digest of hundreds of sources, written in simple language, helping you to look at the subject from various new angles;
3) If you consider yourself an advanced professional in your area of expertise, though trying to advance even further, “The Physics of God” will help to open your mind for many new research opportunities;
4) If you are a true believer in God, it will be comforting to find out, that science supports your faith and gives you the new tools and ways to communicate with Him, bringing Him closer to you through understanding His ways of communicating with you.
This list may go endlessly, the one thing is certain, “The Physics of God” will leave nobody indifferent, you don’t have to be a rocket scientist to understand it and I strongly recommend it to every person as just by reading it you will make our world one little step better.
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Duane G. Beitmen
5.0 out of 5 stars so this has been one of the best books I have ever read
Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2018
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For the past 35 years, since Satori, I have been trying to help people to directly experience the truths that are held in this book, so this has been one of the best books I have ever read. And it has given me great joy and hope knowing that this information is coming to light.

Each of us is Quantum and the intelligent observer in our own material existence. And that all spiritual paths, such as meditation, are for reduction of thought and letting go of ourselves....."to stop observing ourselves" (detachment)...which then will momentarily shift us from the particle state into a nonlocal wave state and then we will directly experience the truth for ourselves..."Enlightenment!"
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5.0 out of 5 stars Underneath everything is just "one thing"...Thank you!
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2018
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One of the clearest and wisest writings connecting the depths of physics and mysticism. Having read "The Dancing Wu Li Masters" and "Tao of Physics" 35 years ago, and practicing meditation ever since, I appreciate the depth and wisdom held in "The Physics of God."

To top it off, it is one of the most pleasant reads in decades. And for those who want to dig deeper, either through the avenue of scientific understanding or mystical experience, it offers guidance on where to turn.

Thank you, Joseph!
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M. L. Redmond
4.0 out of 5 stars Lots of Science
Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2017
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This book is written with a lot of science that is deep. Then has some spiritual understandings, but misses the inner essence in that expression. The heart of the spiritual message is missing for me. My forthcoming book, "Finding Reality" explains it as the light replacing our dark and becoming into the light of who we are from my experiencing and growing into unconditional love.
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Doran Ramsay
5.0 out of 5 stars The Physics of God - will need several readings -
Reviewed in Canada on August 7, 2021
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Dear Amazon,
This book is fairly easy to read, less sure about understanding -
Very thought provoking. Will look for similar books in the future.
Excellent gift for the right person.
Thank you, -doran
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James Richard Williams
5.0 out of 5 stars it help James
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 19, 2023
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Eriny Youssef
5.0 out of 5 stars Haven't read something that good in so long!
Reviewed in Canada on October 1, 2020
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I highly recommend reading this masterpiece and recommending it to friends and family as well.

I think it's a most important book for the time being.
It's equally fun and informative.

A masterpiece!
Loved every bit of it.
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MariaGrooves
5.0 out of 5 stars Bridge between faith and science
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 28, 2021
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Such an interesting book; I couldn’t put it down! The link between science and faith - comforting, to say the least. A bridge between religious language and scientific language - this book demonstrates that language is of no consequence, it’s understanding that matter. Science is finally catching up.
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Said Babayev
2.0 out of 5 stars Religious but not spiritual
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 5, 2018
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The book may appeal to religious people as in they may find that the book tries to scientifically explain the existence of God. For me it was hard to read the book as lots of facts were either represented not particularly correctly or were misinterpreted to conform to religion. I'm a spiritual and agnostic person, but I admire science, even though sometimes it's too materialistic. I hoped this book will be more about spiritualism and scientific explanation of it rather than a collection of quotes from sages, mages, NDEs and others. Disappointed.
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