The Spiritist Codification comprises of 5 books, as described below. They were written by Hippolyte León Denizard Rivail, also known as Allan Kardec, between 1857 and 1868, in France.
– The Spirits’ Book:
Published in 1857, The Spirits’ Book explains the fundamentals of the Spiritism, such as the nature of the Spirits, their manifestations and how they relate to men. Also explains the moral laws, provides information about present and future lives and the destiny of humankind.
– The Mediums’ Book:
Second book published by Allan Kardec in 1861, The Mediums’ Book deals with the teachings of the Spirits on the various kinds of manifestations, the means of communication with the invisible world, the development of mediumship, the difficulties and embarrassments that one can face during Spiritist practice.
– The Gospel According to Spiritism:
The Gospel According to Spiritism was published on 1864 and provides a deep explanation of Jesus’ moral teachings and how they serve as basis for the Spiritism.
– Heaven and Hell:
Heaven and Hell was published in 1865 and explains the passage from the matter to the spiritual life, future penalties and rewards, angels and demons, etc. Several testimonies are given by souls about their physical experience and life after the corporeal death.
– The Genesis:
Published in 1868, The Genesis examines theories about Earth’s creation and progress.