Esoteric Christianity
Esoteric Christianity

Author: Annie Besant

Publisher:

Published: 2024-01-03

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781774819210

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"Esoteric Christianity" by Annie Besant serves as a captivating exploration of the mystical dimensions inherent in the Christian tradition. Annie Besant, a renowned theosophist and spiritual leader, delves into the hidden teachings and symbolic depths of Christianity, offering readers a profound perspective on the spiritual aspects often obscured by traditional interpretations. Within the pages of this enlightening work, Besant navigates through the esoteric facets of Christian scriptures, unraveling layers of meaning and unveiling a deeper understanding of the profound truths embedded in the texts. The book acts as a guide for those seeking a more profound connection with their faith, encouraging readers to transcend conventional interpretations and embark on a spiritual journey toward greater enlightenment. Besant's eloquent prose and insightful analysis lead readers through a thought-provoking exploration of Christian mysticism, providing a bridge between the exoteric teachings and the hidden wisdom that has resonated through the ages. "Esoteric Christianity" stands as a testament to Annie Besant's commitment to unveiling the spiritual riches within established religious traditions, making it an invaluable resource for those curious about the esoteric aspects of Christianity and seeking a deeper, more meaningful engagement with their faith.

Esoteric Christianity, or The Lesser Mysteries
Esoteric Christianity, or The Lesser Mysteries

Author: Annie Besant

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2019-11-22

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13:

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The author Besant's goal is to restore the secret truth behind the Christian doctrine in mysterious Christianity. In the early centuries A.D., after increasingly strict hierarchies began to bury these truths, only a few fellow practitioners knew about them, and they communicated them privately, usually in obscure language. With the growing public interest in the Gnostic Gospels and the mystery of Christianity, this extraordinary book first published by Besant in 1901 attracted new attention.

Letters and Documents
Letters and Documents

Author: Rudolf Steiner

Publisher: Rudolf Steiner Press

Published: 2019-10-23

Total Pages: 354

ISBN-13: 1855845709

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‘I send you fondest thoughts on your birthday. On this day I will think a lot of all the beautiful things which were, and are contained in our work together, and which now always stand so beautifully before my inner eye when I describe them. Let me assure you that I write this description with love.’ – Rudolf Steiner to Marie Steiner, 13 March 1925 Containing all the correspondence between Rudolf and Marie Steiner to be found in their respective estates, this volume provides unique insight into the couple’s pivotal relationship. The years 1901-25 were a time of struggle, as Rudolf Steiner – faithfully supported by the young Marie von Sivers (later to become Marie Steiner in 1914) – endeavoured to build a completely new spiritual movement on earth. Their letters cover everything from the esoteric view of evolution and human advancement to dealing with organizational details, challenging personalities and, of course, their own relationship. In addition to the correspondence, a number of documents have been inserted chronologically throughout the text. The famous ‘notes’ written by Rudolf Steiner for Edouard Schure, for example, provide a unique introduction to the volume, giving profound insights into the development of the anthroposophical movement. Also included are the many versions of Rudolf Steiner’s will. Comprehensive notes are provided, as well as an index of persons and an itinerary giving dates of relevant lectures and eurythmy performances.

Theosophy and the Study of Religion
Theosophy and the Study of Religion

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Publisher: BRILL

Published: 2024-06-14

Total Pages: 372

ISBN-13: 9004694161

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Since its emergence in the nineteenth century, the Theosophical Society has wielded enormous influence across diverse fields, none more so than the study of religion. This volume explores this legacy in North America, Europe, and India, demonstrating its impact on the conceptualization of “religion” and its influence on methods of comparison. Unveiling overlooked entanglements, the volume challenges standard narratives in the history of religious studies and interrogates the deliberate neglect of theosophy’s influence in the “secular” academy. In doing so, the work confronts lingering ghosts, urging a reappraisal that enriches the study of religion and offers prescriptions for its future.

The Eleusinian Mysteries and Rites
The Eleusinian Mysteries and Rites

Author: Dudley Wright

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2021-04-25

Total Pages: 71

ISBN-13:

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This brochure by Brother Wright, a Masonic scholar of Oxford, England, contains the ripest scholarship on Eleusis, its rites, symbols, and legends. This study of the Grecian mysteries shows the ties between the rituals celebrated in the 7th century BC and the 19th cent Freemasonry tradition. As the author noted, there is a striking resemblance in many points to the Operative and Speculative Freemasonry practices, which laid the basis of this work.

Initiation into the Mysteries of the Ancient World
Initiation into the Mysteries of the Ancient World

Author: Jan N. Bremmer

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG

Published: 2014-07-28

Total Pages: 286

ISBN-13: 3110376997

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The ancient Mysteries have long attracted the interest of scholars, an interest that goes back at least to the time of the Reformation. After a period of interest around the turn of the twentieth century, recent decades have seen an important study of Walter Burkert (1987). Yet his thematic approach makes it hard to see how the actual initiation into the Mysteries took place. To do precisely that is the aim of this book. It gives a ‘thick description’ of the major Mysteries, not only of the famous Eleusinian Mysteries, but also those located at the interface of Greece and Anatolia: the Mysteries of Samothrace, Imbros and Lemnos as well as those of the Corybants. It then proceeds to look at the Orphic-Bacchic Mysteries, which have become increasingly better understood due to the many discoveries of new texts in the recent times. Having looked at classical Greece we move on to the Roman Empire, where we study not only the lesser Mysteries, which we know especially from Pausanias, but also the new ones of Isis and Mithras. We conclude our book with a discussion of the possible influence of the Mysteries on emerging Christianity. Its detailed references and up-to-date bibliography will make this book indispensable for any scholar interested in the Mysteries and ancient religion, but also for those scholars who work on initiation or esoteric rituals, which were often inspired by the ancient Mysteries.

The Bookseller
The Bookseller

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 1902

Total Pages: 1222

ISBN-13:

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Vols. for 1871-76, 1913-14 include an extra number, The Christmas bookseller, separately paged and not included in the consecutive numbering of the regular series.