The following is a list ofapproximately 150 promises that i compiled from the first edition of the big book. Meanwhile his drinking was assuming a bigger role in his life and starting to. Acceptance i know some people get really tired of the big book quotes. When bill wilson with the help of sam shoemaker finished what would become the central book for alcoholics anonymous in 1938, he never imagined it would have the impact it still has in addiction recovery.
This original 1939 edition outlines the famous 12 steps, and offers counsel for those who wish to join the program but doubt the existence of a higher. Next time you and he have a heated discussion, no matter what the subject, it should be the privilege of either to smile and say, this is getting serious. The explicit musts of the big book page 1 the explicit musts found in alcoholics anonymous 3rd. Our reference for this study of the 12 steps is the first 103 pages of alcoholics anonymous, fourth edition, the basic text xi. The story on page 123 is the one that most closely matches the story in the book. The best and easiest aa big book app on the app store. Nicknamed the big book by the early aa members for its thick paper and wide margins, the books history began in 1934 when bill wilson, an alcoholic stockbroker who had found sobriety.
Alcoholics anonymous big book large print 4th edition. This is the official website of the general service office g. So if your looking for help for yourself or a loved one, please click on any of the links on this page to get help now. All day aa chapter 1 bills story big book 12 steps 164 pages. The speech on pages 205218 has been transcribed with permission from a cd. Big book study guide alcoholics anonymous aa bill w. We, of alcoholics anonymous, are more than one hundred men and women who have recovered from a seemingly hopeless state of mind and body. The big book of alcoholics anonymous paperback march 19, 20. The explicit musts found in alcoholics anonymous 3rd. All references to the topics will be found in the first 164 pages of the book, alcoholics anonymous.
This big book study article shows where you can find the information in the book. We are going to know a new freedom and a new happiness. 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. The first 164 pages of the big book with lined pages opposite text for note taking. How ridiculous would it be if people tried to do the same with the big book. Alcoholics anonymous, aa, and the big book are registered trademarks of alcoholics. Known as the big book, it is in its fourth edition and is. If you would like to become a member, please send a blank email to. The big book of alcoholics anonymous verywell mind. To show other alcoholics precisely how we have recovered is the main purpose of this book.
Yet, we believe we can make some definite and valuable suggestions. 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. The rest of the first 164 pages of the aa big book are devoted to step 12, which includes instructions on how to help other alcoholics who are still suffering. Many thousands have benefited from the big book and its simple but profound explanation of the doctrines behind alcoholics anonymous, which was founded in 1935 by bill wilson and dr. As of december 2009, 30,664,881 copies of the big book have been sold or otherwise distributed source aa gso ny. We will not regret the past nor wish to shut the door on it. According to the writer of that big book chapter, they had held a. The twelve step program big book guide big book sponsorship. The anonymous press study edition of alcoholics anonymous. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. I cover it in 4 parts as there is so much to be learned from those pages. Alcoholics anonymous big book audio read aloud youtube. Neither one of these actually match the story in the big book.
Alcoholics anonymous 1st edition 1st printing 1939 dj aa big. Much has already been said about receiving strength, inspiration, and direction from him who has all knowledge and power. If we have carefully followed directions, we have begun to sense the flow of his spirit into us. The great boom of the late twenties was seeth ing and swelling. The large print fourth edition of alcoholics anonymouse, affectionately known as the big book, includes twentyfour new stories and continues to pass on aas message of hope and recovery to millions.
There is a no apparent writing in the book and there are no missing pages, the cover has general soiling, the spine ends are rolled, the gilt lettering on the front cover is dull and about 95% present, the gilt lettering on the spine is rubbed and about 20% visible, the text pages are agetoned with foxedstained stained text block page edges and reinforced front hinge. The hazelden betty ford foundation is a force of healing and hope for individuals, families and communities affected by addiction to alcohol and other drugs. The page 552 prayer to end resentments sober catholic. Following the first 164 pages are numerous personal stories of aa members who recount their experiences with alcoholism and with a spiritual awakening. A powerful tool to find aa meetings in your area use this on the web or on your mobile device. Since the first edition appeared, in 1939, it has helped millions of men and women recover from alcoholism. Alcoholics anonymous aa is an international mutual aid fellowship with the stated purpose of.
And then it happened the worst drunk i ever had, and the most beautiful. There are, however, additional promises in the big book. Inerrant means without error, and it is a concept religious scholars have tried to apply to the christian bible, without success. But some of us find just as much value in the first part of the slogan. The big book of alcoholics anonymous the world famous eye. Many of us have heard of the ninth step promises from page 8384 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism generally known as the big book because of the thickness of the paper used in the first edition is a 1939 basic text, describing how to recover from alcoholism, primarily written by william g. The big discrepancy in the story is the amount of sobriety this man had full text below. A guide to collecting alcoholics anonymous big book.
Six months earlier, the broker had been relieved of his drink obsession by a sudden spiritual xv. Big book acceptance was the answer linkedin slideshare. I just am unsure i understood what everything means exactly, and if i am living up to that choice. Dec 07, 2014 but it was never meant to be inerrant. Includes the original foreword, the doctors opinion and dr. Aa big book aa big book taghere the foundation progress and principles washington temperance society of baltimore the missionary spirit alcoholism recovery 3rd edition 2nd edition alcohol allergy rehabilitation of alcoholics dr. Aug 24, 2014 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. Our online big book is used by thousands of people all over the world, and incurs substantial bandwidth expense. For them newcomers, we hope these pages will prove so convincing that no further authentication will be necessary aa p. Some of the promises are directly associated with completion of a step. The big book bb notations are to page and paragraph, as in 64. Known as the big book, it is in its fourth edition and is widely circulated through out the world. To show other alcoholics addicts precisely how we have recovered is the main purpose of this book.
Paragraph numbers along side the text for easy reference. The big book friends is an informal discussion group where men and women interested in the big book of alcoholics anonymous daily discuss the pages of the big book. Videos or graphic images may not be downloaded, copied or duplicated without the express written permission of alcoholics anonymous world services, inc. As the nations leading nonprofit provider of comprehensive inpatient and outpatient treatment for adults and youth, the foundation has 17 locations nationwide and collaborates with an expansive network throughout health care. Alcoholics anonymous, from the title of its own book. The story of how many thousands of men and women have. Alcoholics anonymous new books abookman, a book man. Marty mann 19041980 wrote the chapter women suffer too in the. Find only the best information about drugs or booze killing you. The big book the main 164 pages, prayers, personal stories, and more. Jul 17, 2019 the book alcoholics anonymous, affectionately known by members as the big book, is the textbook for the original 12step recovery program now known by the same name. This is the fourth edition of the big book, the basic text for alcoholics anonymous. The big book is one of the bestselling books of all time, with over 30 million copies in print. The free version features the full text of the big book, prayers, personal stories, podcasts, meeting finder, and more.
Originally published in 1939 by author and aa cofounder william g. The promises 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. Informally known as the big book with its first 164 pages virtually. T he alcoholics anonymous big book is not just the most influential self help book ever published. Chocolate in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. It works, if we have the proper attitude and work at it. Whether youre new to aa, or youre a seasoned veteran, this is the easiest and most useful app to aid in your recovery. Some aa groups take inventory by examining the twelve traditions, one at a time, to determine how well they are living up to these principles. Its one of the 20th centurys most significant books and early copies are treasured by numerous collectors. My sponsor suggested i type it up and put it somewhere in the house where i see it all the time.
He goes on the downward spiral of alcoholism and on page 8 we see. The book alcoholics anonymous, affectionately known by members as the big book, is the textbook for the original 12step recovery program now known by the same name. As part of his rehabilitation he commenced to present his conceptions to. With the appearance of the new book a great deal began to happen. Aa speakers prayers, promises and selfforgiveness new 20 duration. It is the basic text of the fellowship of alcoholics anonymous, and has helped large numbers of alcoholic men and women, young and old, recover. Pages 563 through 568 with the publication of the big book in april, 1939, followed by jack alexanders article in the saturday evening post in march, 1941, which gave alcoholics anonymous a most enthusiastic endorsement, a. How it works from pages 5860 of the big book of alcoholics anonymous rarely have we seen a person fail who has thoroughly followed our path. 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.
When bill wilson with the help of sam shoemaker finished what would become the central book for alcoholics anonymous in 1938, he never imagined it would have the impact it still has in addiction. Bills story w ar feverran high in the new england town to which we new, young of. Questions and answers from the alcoholics anonymous big book. Alcoholism12 step support page 52 big book question originally posted by liveinpeace i know that god is the key to my recovery. When we have worked out ways to enjoy our own living fully, then we are. Drink was taking an important and exhilarating part in my life. The little big red book limited to 4,730 individually numbered copies the same number printed of the first editionfirst printing big book affectionately known as big red. Those who do not recover are people who cannot or will not completely give themselves to this simple program, usually men and women who are constitutionally incapable of being honest with themselves. There is no aa, no 12 steps, no program of recovery.
For them, we hope these pages will prove so convincing that no further authentication will be necessary. Wilson, one of the founders of alcoholics anonymous aa. We expect that this contribution to the recovering community worldwide will continue to grow, as our online big book is a great study tool. These are intended for further study and should not be taken out of context.
Bottom in big book alcoholics anonymous, 12 steps and 12. My talent for leadership, i imagined, would place me at the head of vast enterprises which i would manage with the utmost assurance. Includes all you need to read and study the big book on the go. Bill wrote on the very last page of the first 164 pages. According to the writer of that big book chapter, they had held a deep resentment towards someone. Entire original manuscript about including the stories.