Because this book has become the basic text for our society and has helped such large numbers of alcoholic men and women to recovery, there exists strong. A vision for you, big book page 164 our book is meant to be suggestive only. E, of alcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. My purpose is to make the text of the big book available to anyone in the u. Many of us have heard of the ninth step promises from page 8384 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. This steps by the big book workbook is for those who are willing to grow along spiritual lines 60. Prayers from the big book of alcoholics anonymous big. What we really have is a daily reprieve contingent on the maintenance of our spiritual.
Aa we are not cured daily reprieve coin from pg 85, recovery. The 164 and more book, ebook, and web site are all concordances which display passages from the big book alcoholics anonymous, the twelve steps and twelve traditions, and the a. On page 552 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous their basic text, there is a very helpful suggestion on how to rid yourself of resentments towards a person. We are not fighting it, neither are we avoiding temptation. Included is all material from inside the front cover through page 164, plus appendices i traditions and ii spiritual experience. Pages 1 164 unofficial large print ebook alcoholics anonymous screen 1 of 703. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions alcoholics anonymous alcoholics anonymous this is the fourth edition of the big book. On what pages are the steps laid out in the big book of aa. For them, we hope these pages will prove so convincing that no further authentication will be necessary.
This is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. Yet, we believe we can make some definite and valuable suggestions. The free version features the full text of the big book, prayers, personal stories, podcasts, meeting finder, and more. The purpose of the big book is to show precisely how numerous alcoholics have recovered. Especially, as that word gets used by individuals who embrace traditional religious concepts of what it means to them. What specific page andor paragraph is he step found. Aa promises the aa big book 12step promises of recovery. Ask him in your morning meditation what you can do each day for the man who is still sick. No matter how far down the scale we have gone, we will see how our experience can benefit others. Its a daily reprieve but book goes on to say its upon contingent on the. These are intended for further study and should not be taken out of context. For example,where is step one, step two, three found in the big book of aa.
It is my hope that you will find this site useful to you and our friends of bill w. But we must not use this as a mere excuse to postpone. A vision for you, big book page 164 alcoholics anonymous. The big book the main 164 pages, prayers, personal stories, and more. The 12 promises of aa are presented as part of working step 9, which involves making amends. This question have often baffled me in my quest to better understand the steps. Some of the promises are directly associated with completion of a step. It works, if we have the proper attitude and work at it. Mar 18, 2012 from page 417 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous and acceptance is the answer to all my problems today.
Chapter 11 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous, 2nd edition. You can search the alcoholics anonymous big book for phrases, key words, etc. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and women recover from alcoholism. We hope that 164 and more is useful, and strengthens your understanding of the aa. Its main object is to enable you to find a power greater than yourself which will solve your problem. God will constantly disclose more to you and to us. Notwithstanding the great necessity for discussing ourselves with someone, it may be one. Alcoholics anonymous big book 3rd edition, 54th printing,1995, with dust jacket. Did you ever think about holding on to a rope thats connected between you and your hp, and each and every time you make a mistake, you tie a knot and hang on the rope gets shorter.
We will see that our new attitude toward liquor has been given us without any thought or effort on our part. I usually like to start a study of the big book way of life with something on the circle and. Alcoholics anonymous, 4th edition kindle edition by inc. The whytehouse is, i hope, a way to find that special phrase or saying etc. This step is described in parts of chapters 1, 2, 3, and all of chapter 4.
Gold plated aa coin with enamel and smooth epoxy finish with god centered 12 ray sunlight of the spirit back. It is dedicated to those who want recovery from alcoholism, but have difficulty with the word god. If you have a drinking problem, we hope that you may pause in reading. Aas evening meditation pages 86,87 and 88 explained step 11 morning and evening meditation step 11. Tom sakers on experience the big book aa meetings available online. Aa big book of alcoholics anonymous on the app store. That feeling of uselessness and selfpity will disappear. Step 1 we admitted we were powerless over alcohol that our lives had become unmanageable. Into action react sanely and normally, and we will find that this. How can i best serve theethy will not mine be done. From pages 8384 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous if we are painstaking about this phase of our development, we will be amazed before we are halfway through.
This basic text is based on an outline derived from our white book, narcotics anonymous. Neutrality in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. It would be easy to be vague about this sees it, pg. Whether youre new to aa, or youre a seasoned veteran, this is the easiest and most useful app to aid in your recovery. A blog dedicated to discussion of the program of alcoholics anonymous as found in the twelve and twelve and first 164 pages of the big book alcoholics anonymous. The big book of alcoholics anonymous audio book sobriety app this app includes the 2nd edition of the aa big book. To show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered is the main purpose of this book. Be fore we begin, we ask god to direct our thinking, especially asking that it be divorced from selfpity, dishonest or selfseeking motives. Continue to make your step 9 amends, and to take a step 10 daily inventory. The big book of alcoholics anonymous the world famous eye. The promises from pages 8384 of the big book of alcoholics. You may reproduce materials of the big book bunch, provided. The big book study movement is outside of the structure of alcoholics anonymous in ireland.
Aa we are not cured daily reprieve coin from pg 85. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing, or situationsome fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment. Alcoholics anonymous quote from page 85 on back alcoholism is spelled correctly on coins sent. I have provided a link in a couple of places on this page for your convenience, so you can get to the search page. Prayers from the big book i earnestly advise every alcoholic to read this book through, and though perhaps he came to scoff, he may remain to pray. You dont need a twosided printer to print on both sides. The page 552 prayer to end resentments posted by paulcoholic on 24 august 2014, 6. It is seldom wise to approach an individual, who still. Alcoholics anonymous, 4th edition kindle edition by inc, a. Home read the big book and twelve steps and twelve traditions alcoholics anonymous alcoholics anonymous this is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading alcoholics anonymous, 4th edition. Make offer alcoholics anonymous big book 1st edition 3rd printing 1942 rdj baby blue.
Main 164 pages page numbers for main 164 pages fully searchable big book font size adjusting easy to access table of contents the following meeting readings and aa litera. Marty mann 19041980 wrote the chapter women suffer too in the second through fourth editions of the big book. Alcoholics anonymous also known as the big book in recovery circles sets forth cornerstone concepts of recovery from alcoholism and tells the stories of men and women who have overcome the disease. Taking this book down from our shelf we turn to the page which contains the. Big book of alcoholics anonymous pages 83 to 88 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th step daily aa readings duration. Each mistake gets me closer to my hp which is where i want to be. Copyright alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. In 1935, even the fourth edition of alcoholics anonymous 2001, the basic text of a. Print a copy of the first side print page 1 only, then reinsert it into the paper tray of your printer and print page 2. We will comprehend the word serenity and we will know peace. Way of life intro to working the steps barefoots world. The book is published by alcoholics anonymous world services and is available through aa offices and meetings, as well as through booksellers. Under these conditions we can employ our mental faculties.
Aas evening meditation pages 86,87 and 88 explained step 11. Without embracing the literature, success in aa is difficult. A personal story on page 407 called acceptance was the answer is also wellknown among aa membership. Silkworth big book study aa anonymity statement anonymity is the spiritual foundation of all our traditions. Why this happens to awakening souls and what to do when you wake duration. The big book doesnt come with an index, so here is one in the form of a bookmark. As part of his rehabilitation he commenced to present his conceptions to. We will not regret the past nor wish to shut the door on it. Page 45, alcoholics anonymous, 1st edition please note the singular form of the word. Alcoholics anonymous 1st edition 1956 united kingdom original dj aa big book. Alcoholics anonymous big book 1st edition 2nd printing.
The following is a list ofapproximately 150 promises that i compiled from the first edition of the big book. We have been trying to get a new attitude, a new relationship with our creator, and to discover the obstacles in our path. When you come through the doors of aa, it is suggested that you purchase a big book. I am always amused how often alcoholics, frequently sober for many years, are unaware of the actual title of the book they are living their life in accordance with. Step 2 came to believe that a power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity. The big book and the steps of aa have solved my problem with. Before we begin, we ask god to direct our thinking, especially asking that it be divorced from selfpity, dishonest or selfseeking motives.
Steps by the big book step 11 steps by the big book. Our goal is to study the steps as a friendly, focused group, and work them as the authors of the big book described. When i am disturbed, it is because i find some person, place, thing or situation some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and i can find no serenity until i accept that person, place, thing, or situation as being. This step is described on roman numeral pages 25 32 xxv xxxii, on pages 1 44. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting. From pages 8384 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. The explicit musts of the big book page 1 the explicit musts found in alcoholics anonymous 3rd. On reverse from page 85 of the big book we are not cured of alcoholism. This is a study guide to the book alcoholics anonymous. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets.
Aa success rates statistics based on aas ongoing study. We are going to know a new freedom and a new happiness. These pages are not endorsed nor approved by alcoholics anonymous. The first eight chapters are based on the topic headings in the white book and carry the same title. The 4th edition 2001 is also freely available online. On awakening let us think about the twentyfour hours ahead. The explicit musts found in alcoholics anonymous 3rd. When we decide who is to hear our story, we waste no time. The aa promises are found on pages 8384 of chapter 6, into action in alcoholics anonymous, also known as the big book written by bill wilson and dr. The 12 promises of aa begin on page 83 of the fourth edition of the big book. The answers will come, if your own house is in order. In the big book, aa states its approximate success rate is 50%, plus 25%. Given we know that the aa program is contained in the first 164 pages of the big book with further good information in the step essays of the 12 steps and 12 traditions book lets now follow the 2nd half of the prayer and meditation instructions found on pages 86, 87 and 88 of the book alcoholics anonymous big book pg 87. The page 552 prayer to end resentments sober catholic.
We will lose interest in selfish things and gain interest in our fellows. Aa big book ch3 more about alcoholism 4th edition duration. The fourth edition includes twentyfour new stories that provide contemporary sharing for newcomers seeking recovery from alcoholism in a. Prayers from the big book of alcoholics anonymous big book. Alcoholics anonymous 75th anniversary leather bound new sealed deluxe hardcover.
If we are painstaking about this phase of our development, we will be amazed before. The hebrew language version of the big book becomes the 53rd translation of our basic text. Read read from chapter 6, into action the bottom of page 85 to the end of the chapter. Aug 24, 2014 the page 552 prayer to end resentments posted by paulcoholic on 24 august 2014, 6. Julie danenhauer on experience the big book aa meetings available online. Acceptance page 417 alcoholics anonymous acceptance is the answer to all of my problems today. Questions and answers on alcoholics anonymous history, aa history, and other fun for members of alcoholics anonymous and their friends. At the moment we are try ing to put our lives in order.
On reverse from page 85 of the big book we are not cured of. Where are the steps outlinedlaid out in the big book. This means that 50% of members stay sober, 25% of members relapse but come back, and 25% fail to use aa effectively and do not remain sober. There you will find release from care, boredom and worry. We, of alcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. Overall, aa is something that offers support, direction, and comfort for those striving to remain sober. There are, however, additional promises in the big book. The bottom of page 84 gives a description of recovered as.
741 66 713 863 685 1430 164 1187 1403 294 605 749 1570 1294 1208 1517 1274 815 373 1252 986 389 1578 1006 653 1378 1461 1396 227 360 744 1457 85 948 1410 233 50 156 585 795 789 212 221 931 994 187