Proof of Heaven

A Neurosurgeon's Journey into the Afterlife

By: Eben Alexander

Narrated by: Eben Alexander

Length: 5 hrs and 29 mins

Publisher's summary

The #1 New York Times bestselling account of a neurosurgeon's own near-death experience—for fans of 7 Lessons from Heaven.

Thousands of people have had near-death experiences, but scientists have argued that they are impossible. Dr. Eben Alexander was one of those scientists. A highly trained neurosurgeon, Alexander knew that NDEs feel real, but are simply fantasies produced by brains under extreme stress.

Then, Dr. Alexander’s own brain was attacked by a rare illness. The part of the brain that controls thought and emotion—and in essence makes us human—shut down completely. For seven days he lay in a coma. Then, as his doctors considered stopping treatment, Alexander’s eyes popped open. He had come back.

Alexander’s recovery is a medical miracle. But the real miracle of his story lies elsewhere. While his body lay in coma, Alexander journeyed beyond this world and encountered an angelic being who guided him into the deepest realms of super-physical existence. There he met, and spoke with, the Divine source of the universe itself.

Alexander’s story is not a fantasy. Before he underwent his journey, he could not reconcile his knowledge of neuroscience with any belief in heaven, God, or the soul. Today Alexander is a doctor who believes that true health can be achieved only when we realize that God and the soul are real and that death is not the end of personal existence but only a transition.

This story would be remarkable no matter who it happened to. That it happened to Dr. Alexander makes it revolutionary. No scientist or person of faith will be able to ignore it. Listening to it will change your life.

©2012 Eben Alexander (P)2012 Simon & Schuster, Inc

Critic reviews

"Dr. Eben Alexander's near-death experience is the most astounding I have heard in more than four decades of studying this phenomenon. In my opinion, Dr Alexander is living proof of an afterlife." (Raymond Moody, MD, PhD, author of Life Beyond Life)

"Eben Alexander brings a unique perspective to the sacred world combining a glorious, personal vision of spiritual consciousness with patient, insightful scientific inquiry. Proof of Heaven is a compelling story of what may lie ahead for all of us in the life beyond this one. We have nothing to fear." (Allan J. Hamilton, MD, FACS, author of The Scalpel and the Soul and Zen Mind, Zen Horse)

"I can highly recommend this important book that has the potential to break many scientific taboos." (Dr. Pim van Lommel, cardiologist, author of Consciousness Beyond Life: The Science of the Near-Death Experience)

Inspirational and uplifting

Would you listen to Proof of Heaven again? Why?

I will be listening to this book over and over. This is a confirmation of my own belief in the world to come. Whenever I find myself doubting my own beliefs, this book will remind me that smarter people than I, have experienced what I can only conjecture.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Proof of Heaven?

Eben Alexander gives a clear and believable account of his experiences, both in the here and now and in the here-after. I find his explanations and clinical expertise to be based on his vast knowledge in the field. It all makes sense to me. I did not find, as one reviewer pointed out, that there was any religious influence in either the writer's approach, nor his presentation of this subject. The most critical view of anyone who finds this book too religious, would be that it has some spiritual overtones.
I found the spiritual aspect of the book to be heartwarming and inspirational, even though I am not a religious person. The only person who would find this book to be too religious or too spiritual is one who objects to ANY belief in a higher power or any form of spirituality. I don't know why such a person would even bother to read a book on the afterlife.
If one believes that we came from nothing and no one had a hand in our creation, then it stands to reason that we go back to nothing and nothingness is the only thing that awaits us. I don't believe that and this book helps me to confirm my beliefs.

What about Eben Alexander’s performance did you like?

He is real!
I can hear the sincerity in his voice. His recounting of his illness and his experience while in a coma is believable because he experienced it and evaluated his own experiences with the expertise of a physician (neurosurgeon) who knows more than any lay person would.

NDE from a neurosurgeon

What did you love best about Proof of Heaven?

It was interesting to hear his point of view as a doctor.

What’s the most interesting tidbit you’ve picked up from this book?

Just one more proof of the existance of God and heaven.

Audible book more interesting

What made the experience of listening to Proof of Heaven the most enjoyable?

Hearing the authors genuine belief of what happened to him. Coming from a man of science, admitting miracles do happen.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Proof of Heaven?

When he went to church after his illness and he was overwhelmed with emotions.

What does Eben Alexander bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Emotion, feelings and a true belief.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

This strengthened my faith. I had chills many times while listening .

Great audio book

Eben Alexander understands Near Death Studies first hand. By understanding medicine and science he distinguishes his experience as being truly authentic.!

Meeting The Divine

Proof of Heaven is a beautiful story and explanation of the fact that we belong to a much higher place.
We are all spiritual beings having a human experience.
Recommend reading The Path of the Masters by Dr Julian Jhonson MD.

Life changing listen

Affirming principles that we all know at our core to be true. As a nurse with 35 years of OR experience I understand the thought process of the surgeon who authored this book. As a wife of an ICU doctor , I really get it. I will pass this book on and on . It’s that good. My husband is also reading it. I know his practice will be forever altered as is mine. Thank you Dr Alexander. With gratitude.

awesomeness if you don't think heaven is Real you

now how and why would anyone want to deny that Heaven is Real. after hearing this story

Miraculous!

I really enjoyed hearing a NDE accout written by a skeptic and a scientist. Eben asked and answered the usual objections for an NDE. His experience was quite simply miraculous.

Great!

I agree with the other review, if this book it’s different from your beliefs it’s an awesome opportunity to open up to a new world. If we’re all ONE what difference does it make? Let’s be respectful and let’s BE LOVE.

Is death the end?

My father recently passed away and I have found myself craving a better understanding and connection to heaven…where do we go? What happens? How do we feel? Do we feel? Is death the end? This book helped bring me peace knowing there is more to look forward to for our souls after our life on Earth ends. It’s was so good I will listen again.