You can hear free spiritual audiobook samples right now on the Next Level Soul Audiobooks YouTube channel. This page links 12 of them, from the Tao Te Ching and The Kybalion to Think and Grow Rich and The Life Beyond Death. Each sample is free to watch, and each title is available in full on Next Level Soul TV.
To be clear about what is free: the samples are previews and excerpts, not whole books. They let you hear the narration and the teaching before you decide. When one grabs you, you can listen to the full audiobook on your phone, the web or your TV. We grouped the 12 by what you want to explore: wisdom classics, life and the soul, and mind, healing and prosperity.
Key Takeaways
- What is free? The audiobook samples on our YouTube channel, no sign-up needed.
- Want the whole book? Each title is on Next Level Soul TV, one at a time or with a membership.
- Not sure where to start? Try the Tao Te Ching sample, then The Life Beyond Death.
- New samples every week, so subscribe to the channel to catch them.
- Every title below is in our audiobook catalog. Listen on your phone, the web or your TV.
What Are Free Spiritual Audiobooks?
Free spiritual audiobooks, in the sense of this page, are free samples of full-length narrated books on spirituality, mysticism, the afterlife and the mind. We publish them on the Next Level Soul Audiobooks YouTube channel, which describes itself as a home for curated excerpts, preview chapters and extended samples.
The full audiobooks live on Next Level Soul TV. Most can be bought one at a time, and some are for members only. If you would rather start with the whole catalog, browse our spiritual audiobooks page, or see our top 10 spiritual audiobooks.
Free Samples at a Glance
| Audiobook | Best for | Theme | Author |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tao Te Ching | Stillness | Wisdom | Lao Tzu |
| The Kybalion | Hermetic principles | Wisdom | Three Initiates |
| The Sacred Code of the Emerald Tablet | Hermetic wisdom | Wisdom | Hermes (attributed) |
| The Eternal Self | The Bhagavad Gita | Wisdom | Vyasa |
| The Life Beyond Death | Reincarnation | The soul | Ramacharaka |
| The Spirits’ Book | Spiritist teachings | The soul | Kardec |
| Life After Life | Karma and rebirth | The soul | Abhedananda |
| Jesus, The Last Great Initiate | The mystic Christ | The soul | Schure |
| Think and Grow Rich | Mindset | Mind power | Hill |
| The Science of Universal Wealth | Prosperity | Mind power | Wattles |
| Mystic Currents | Mind and healing | Mind power | Atkinson |
| The Master of Being | Self-realization | Mind power | Atkinson |
How Do I Choose Which Sample to Hear First?
Pick the question you are carrying. If it is “what is real?”, start with The Kybalion. If it is “what happens when we die?”, start with The Life Beyond Death. If it is “how do I change my life?”, start with Think and Grow Rich.
A few simple guides help:
- New to spiritual books? Start with the Tao Te Ching. It is short and gentle.
- Curious about life after death? Try The Life Beyond Death or The Spirits’ Book.
- Want practical mind power? Try The Master of Being or Mystic Currents.
Want a longer shortlist? See our guides to the best afterlife audiobooks and the best meditation audiobooks.
Wisdom Classics: Free Samples to Start With
These four are timeless texts of Taoism, Hermetic philosophy and the Bhagavad Gita. Each sample gives you a taste of the narration.
1. Tao Te Ching
Lao Tzu
Lao Tzu’s Tao Te Ching is a timeless guide to balance and harmony with the universe.
Each verse invites reflection on effortless being and inner peace. Hear the free sample on YouTube.
Best for: Listeners who want a short, gentle first sample.
2. The Kybalion
Three Initiates
The Kybalion reveals the Seven Hermetic Principles that govern reality.
It is a compact introduction to Hermetic thought and the idea that the universe is mental. Hear the free sample on YouTube.
Best for: Listeners who want a big-picture view of how reality works.
3. The Sacred Code of the Emerald Tablet
Attributed to Hermes Trismegistus
The Emerald Tablet’s cryptic lines are put into clear, modern language.
The tablet is one of the most quoted texts in Western esoteric tradition. Hear the free sample on YouTube.
Best for: Listeners curious about alchemy and ancient wisdom.
4. The Eternal Self
Vyasa
The Bhagavad Gita is a conversation about duty, purpose and self-realization.
This Next Level Soul edition offers its teachings on the eternal self, karma and the path to enlightenment. Hear the free sample on YouTube.
Best for: Listeners drawn to Eastern wisdom and purpose.
Life, Death and the Soul: Free Samples
These four explore rebirth, spirit communication, the afterlife and the life of Jesus as an initiate.
5. The Life Beyond Death
Yogi Ramacharaka
Yogi Ramacharaka explores reincarnation, the afterlife and spiritual evolution.
A clear, calm look at what may come after this life. Hear the free sample on YouTube.
Best for: Listeners with questions about death and rebirth.
6. The Spirits’ Book
Allan Kardec
The foundation of Spiritist philosophy, in questions and answers from spirit.
Allan Kardec organizes the teachings by theme, from the nature of spirits to life after death. Hear the free sample on YouTube.
Best for: Listeners who like a question-and-answer format.
7. Life After Life
Swami Abhedananda
Swami Abhedananda uses Yogic philosophy to explain the cycle of rebirth and the law of karma.
It is a classic of Vedanta on the soul’s journey through time. Hear the free sample on YouTube.
Best for: Listeners curious about karma and rebirth.
8. Jesus, The Last Great Initiate
Edouard Schure
Edouard Schure presents Jesus as a fully awakened initiate, moving beyond dogma.
A mystical look at the life and mission of Christ. Hear the free sample on YouTube.
Best for: Listeners who want a mystical view of Jesus.
Mind, Healing and Prosperity: Free Samples
These four turn to thought, healing and prosperity from the New Thought tradition.
9. Think and Grow Rich
Napoleon Hill
Napoleon Hill’s Think and Grow Rich reveals the mindset and principles behind achievement.
This Next Level Soul edition helps you harness the power of thought and turn dreams into reality. Hear the free sample on YouTube.
Best for: Listeners who want a mindset classic.
10. The Science of Universal Wealth
Wallace D. Wattles
Wallace D. Wattles’ The Science of Getting Rich helped inspire the law of attraction movement.
This edition brings its practical principles of thought and action to your ears. Hear the free sample on YouTube.
Best for: Listeners interested in prosperity and the law of attraction.
11. Mystic Currents
William Walker Atkinson
William Walker Atkinson reveals the partnership between mind, body and soul in the process of healing.
He shows how thought, belief and imagination influence physical health. Hear the free sample on YouTube.
Best for: Listeners curious about the mind and healing.
12. The Master of Being
William Walker Atkinson
William Walker Atkinson draws on ancient wisdom and metaphysical principles to guide you toward self-realization.
Twenty-four chapters offer practical techniques for mental clarity, emotional balance and inner power. Hear the free sample on YouTube.
Best for: Listeners who want practical inner work.
How Free Samples and Full Audiobooks Work
- Watch a free sample. Open any link on this page, or browse the Next Level Soul Audiobooks channel. No sign-up is needed.
- Choose how to listen to the full book. Buy a single audiobook for $7.77, or join Next Level Soul TV to listen to every audiobook and audio course. Some titles are for members only.
- Listen anywhere. Use your phone, the web or your TV, with the account you made at checkout.
Free Samples vs Full Audiobooks
| Question | Free sample on YouTube | Full audiobook on Next Level Soul TV |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Free | $7.77 per title, or included with a membership |
| What you hear | A preview or excerpt | The complete narrated book |
| Sign-up | None | An account at checkout |
| Best for | Trying a title before you decide | Listening all the way through, ad-free |
More Free Samples on Our YouTube Channel
The 12 samples above are a start. The Next Level Soul Audiobooks channel has more than 70 previews, and the channel says new ones are added weekly. Subscribe so the next sample finds you.
After a sample, you can keep exploring with our guides to Jesus audiobooks, ghost audiobooks, self help audiobooks and wealth and mind power audiobooks.
An Honest View of Free Spiritual Audiobooks
The free part is the sample, not the whole book. Samples are previews and extended excerpts, and the full audiobooks are offered on Next Level Soul TV. We would rather say that plainly than leave you hunting for a free full-length version.
Most of these books are classics written a century or more ago, so the language and worldview reflect their time. They are offered for reflection and personal exploration, not as medical, legal or financial advice.
Watch More on Next Level Soul TV
Next Level Soul TV is our own home for audiobooks, audio courses, films and series. Here are six more picks to try next.
More Best-Of Guides From Next Level Soul
Keep going with our guides to the best spiritual audiobooks, the best meditation audiobooks and the best afterlife audiobooks. You can also browse every title in the audiobook catalog.
Go Deeper with NLS Mastery: Ancient Meditation for Inner Stillness
Ancient Vedic meditation techniques that quiet the mind and return you to lasting inner stillness, a natural next step after a few yoga and wisdom audiobooks. Acharya Shunya teaches it in Ancient Meditation for Inner Stillness, part of NLS Mastery. Watch the course preview below.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are free spiritual audiobooks?
On this page, they are free audiobook samples: previews and excerpts of full-length spiritual audiobooks, published on the Next Level Soul Audiobooks YouTube channel. The complete audiobooks are on Next Level Soul TV.
Are the full audiobooks free?
No. The free part is the sample. Full audiobooks are on Next Level Soul TV, where most can be bought one at a time for $7.77, and a membership includes every audiobook and audio course.
Where can I hear free spiritual audiobook samples?
On the Next Level Soul Audiobooks YouTube channel. This page links 12 of them, each beside the title it previews.
Do I need an account to hear the free samples?
No. You can watch them on YouTube without signing up for Next Level Soul TV.
How many free samples are there?
The channel has more than 70 audiobook previews, and it says new ones are added weekly.
Which free sample should I start with?
The Tao Te Ching is a short, gentle first listen. For life after death, try The Life Beyond Death. For mind power, try Think and Grow Rich.
How much does a full spiritual audiobook cost?
Most audiobooks on Next Level Soul TV can be bought one at a time for $7.77. Some titles are for members only, and a membership includes every audiobook in the library.
What is included with a Next Level Soul TV membership?
Every audiobook and audio course, plus spiritual films, documentaries, series, guided meditations and podcast interviews. It is commercial-free and you can cancel anytime.
Where can I listen to the full audiobooks?
On Next Level Soul TV, on your phone, the web or your TV, using the account you made at checkout.
Are these audiobooks only about one religion?
No. They draw on Taoism, Hermetic philosophy, Hinduism, Christian mysticism, Spiritism and New Thought. See our spiritual audiobooks guides for more.
Are these audiobooks good for beginners?
Yes. Many are classic introductions, and the samples let you hear the style before you commit to a full title.
Can I find free audiobooks for a specific topic?
Yes. Our guides cover Jesus, the afterlife, meditation, ghosts, self help and wealth, and each links to the titles that fit.
