Essays on the Esoteric Tradition of Karma: Theosophical Classics


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Three prominent esoteric writers explore the tradition of karma, especially as it relates to Theosophy. Included here is: Karma, Aphorisms on Karma, Karma in the Desatir, Thoughts on Karma, Men Karmic Agents, Is Karma Only Punishment?, Is Poverty Bad Karma?, Thoughts on Karma and Reincarnation, Karma-Nemesis and Elementary Lessons on Karma.




Plato and Platonism and Related Esoteric Essays: Theosophical Classics


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Four notable esoteric authors examine the works of Plato and his impact on the Theosophical and Esoteric belief systems. Included here are: The Teachings of Plato, Plato and Platonism, The Platonic Philosopher's Creed and Plato's Conception of the Function of True Art.




An Outline of Theosophy: Theosophical Classics


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Renowned esoteric author, C. W. Leadbeater, breaks down the philosophy of Theosophical belief. What it is, the principles, religious aspects and much more.




Crystal Vision Through Crystal Gazing: Esoteric Classics


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Occult author Frater Achad dissects the ancient art of crystal gazing, for the act of scrying or otherworldly viewing. Crystal gazing can help the seer come into contact and communicate with Intelligences of a Higher Order. He discusses the history of crystal gazing, how to get started and what the seer can expect as well as difficulties and how to overcome them. He also discusses using this skill in ceremonial rituals.




The Machinery of the Mind: Esoteric Classics


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This is one of Dion Fortune's first works, when she was still writing under her birth name of Violet Firth. Here she is examining spiritual and metaphysical subject matter through a psychological lens. She looks into the consciousness, dreams, hypnosis, symbolization and much more.




The Rosicrucian Fama Fraternitatis and Confessio Fraternitatis: Esoteric Classics


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Dating to 1614 and 1615, these are two of the three primary documents which originally announced and helped define who the secret society of Rosicrucians were. These works, written in veiled and alchemical language, outline the true philosophy of RC along with a code of conduct that members are expected to live by. These two pieces have been the subject of serious occult study for centuries since their first appearance.




Arcane Formulas or Mental Alchemy: Esoteric Classics


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Prolific author, William Walker Atkinson follows up on his previous tome, Arcane Lessons, by offering a number of practical and mystical exercises for the occult student to use, in order to explore and conquer the limitations of their own conscious mind and put the power in their own hands.




Freemasonry and the Egyptian Mysteries: Esoteric Classics


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Prolific writer C. W. Leadbeater explores the ancient side of the masonic fraternity and its potential roots in Ancient Egypt. He examines various Egyptian deities and how their symbology plays a role in the masonic ritual. He also takes a look at why we participate in the Mysteries to begin with and our connection to them.




The Esoteric Tradition


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H P Blavatsky pointed to the fundamental concepts contained in The Secret Doctrine as comprising the principles of an ancient wisdom which far antedates the Vedas. "The Esoteric Tradition" unfolds the broad panorama of this enduring wisdom, allowing the reader to see universes, worlds, and men as different aspects of one cosmic pattern. Chapter titles include: Allegory and Mystical Symbolism; The Secret Doctrine of Gautama the Buddha; Evolutionary Pathway to the Gods; Worlds Visible and Invisible; Reimbodiment as Taught through the Ages; Death and After: A Study of Consciousness.




Handbook of Religion and the Authority of Science


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The present collection examines the many different ways in which religions appeal to the authority of science. The result is a wide-ranging and uniquely compelling study of how religions adapt their message to the challenges of the contemporary world.