Joseph Murphy was an Irish-born author and Divine Science minister.
Initially studying for the Catholic priesthood, he left the Jesuits after a healing prayer experience and moved to the United States.
Murphy became involved in New Thought movements, including Religious Science and Divine Science.
He earned a PhD in psychology and built a large Divine Science congregation in Los Angeles.
Murphy authored numerous books on the power of the subconscious mind, blending religious and psychological concepts.
His work significantly influenced the self-help genre, emphasizing the mind's role in shaping one's reality and achieving personal goals.
Murphy's teachings continue to impact readers worldwide.
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