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Austrian philosopher and author Rudolph Steiner presents an in-depth analysis on the relationship between humans and the spiritual world in Theosophy, published in 1910. In the book, Steiner introduces and articulates to the reader this central idea: there are three sides to man's nature, and they are body, soul, and spirit. Touching upon themes of reincarnation and the division of the physical from the spiritual world, Steiner provides an overview...

A professor of religion explores Theosophical ideas in modern times. Major concepts discussed include reincarnation, karma, evolution, the Oneness of all life, the cyclic nature of creation, and the mystery of consciousness.

A clairvoyant, Leadbeater wrote, is simply a person who develops the power to respond to another octave out of the stupendous gamut of possible vibrations and so is enabled to see more of the world. . than those of more limited perception. And what a world Leadbeater describes for us in these pages---a world of Master adepts and their pupils, untapped human powers and potentials, ancient mysteries, devas and nature spirits--in short, the unseen workings...

Early Christianity held secrets equal to those of other great religions, says Annie Besant. Its first followers guarded them as priceless treasures. After an increasingly rigid hierarchy began to bury these truths in the early centuries A.D., they were known only to a few initiates, who communicated them privately, often in obscure language. In Esoteric Christianity, Besant's aim is to restore the secret truths underlying Christian doctrine. As public...

Wood examines the intriguing esoteric idea that humanity is divided into seven spiritual groups, according to our fundamental drives and aspirations.

The search to uncover the hidden origins of Christianity and discover its true message has become a current topic of fascination for many readers. People are eager to know the truths behind the biblical legends and the mysteries that created Christian rites, ceremonies, and codes of behavior. Kuhn argues that the sacred scriptures of Judaism and Christianity do not portray historical truths, but symbolic and mystical metaphors. The spiritual truth...

Originally published in 1954, The Theory of Celestial Influence is an exploration of the universe and man's place in it. Drawing extensively on the teachings of Russian mathematician and esotericist P. D. Ouspensky and Greek-Armenian Esoteric doctrine teacher George Gurdjieff, author Rodney Collins examines 20th century scientific discoveries and attempts to unite astronomy, physics, chemistry, human physiology and world history with his own version...