The Mystical Interpretation of Christmas


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Of all the seasons of the year, Christmas season is the one that most rejoices our spirit, and predisposes our soul towards the most beautiful virtues. A sense of hope and renewal fills the hearts, and an atmosphere of ethereal happiness permeates our homes. Max Heindel, a notable Danish-American mystic, and member of Freemasonry and the Rosicrucian fraternity of his time, presents us with a text that elucidates the spiritual symbolism of Christmas, so as not to forget its deepest aspect in our lives. Now more than ever, in this globalized world that pays so much attention to materialism and banality, we need to remember that during the time when we commemorate the birth of Jesus, The Christ, it is necessary to return to reflection, and to the deep origin that gives reason to the Christmas festivities. Heindel reminds us that to perceive the incarnate Christ on earth, under the personality of Jesus, the Jewish avatar, we must first find the latent Christ, the potential Christ awaiting to be discovered within us. Under the premise that we all carry in us the germ of enlightenment, and that we can evolve our soul to reach the Christic state, Max Heindel explains throughout the text how we should remember this spiritual fact, during the time of Christmas, and strive to follow the path that leads to the Enlightenment of the soul. Max Heindel's exhortation is rather direct: do not miss the opportunity, during the Christmas season, to allow the inner Christ to be born in our hearts, and thus, from within, to be able to recognize the message and mission of the historical Christ, our Master. and redeemer. Holos Arts Project is pleased to rescue this interesting text: "The Mystical Meaning of Christmas", by the important scholar Max Heindel, so it will accompany you on your path of reflection and spiritual growth.










Teachings of an Initiate


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Metaphysical Bible Dictionary


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A key to Charles Fillmore's original form of religious expression, this volume is a core text of the Unity movement and interprets the hidden meanings of the Bible's names, places, and events.




The Complete Francis of Assisi


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There are many editions of the writings of St. Francis, and biographies about him, but here in one volume are both, plus the complete text of the late medieval work, The Little Flowers, which did more to establish the legend of the man than any other work. This "Paraclete Giants" edition includes the complete Road to Assisi, Paul Sabatier's ground-breaking and foundational biography of the saint, first published in French in 1894 and re-issued and expanded in 2002; the complete Francis in His Own Words: The Essential Writings; and The Little Flowers, thus offering the best introduction to St. Francis yet available between two covers. Other Paraclete Giants include The Complete Julian of Norwich and The Complete Introduction to the Devout Life, both translated and introduced by Fr. John-Julian, OJN.




Gleanings of a Mystic


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Blavatsky and the Secret Doctrine


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1933 with an introduction by Manly P. Hall. This is one of the most important textbook on the occult philosophies written in modern times. Every student of mysticism, philosophy and comparative religion should know it and study it. the Secret Doctrine.




The Rosicrucian Mysteries: An Elementary Exposition of Their Secret Teachings


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'The Rosicrucian Mysteries' is a study of the movement and its teachings as recorded by occultist and mystic Max Heindel. Rosicrucianism is a spiritual and cultural movement that arose in Europe in the early 17th century after the publication of several texts purported to announce the existence of a hitherto unknown esoteric order to the world and made seeking its knowledge attractive to many.




Mystery of the Magi


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"The perfect Christmas gift for anyone interested in the historical background behind the birth of Jesus of Nazareth." — Robert J. Hutchinson, author of The Politically Incorrect Guide to the Bible, The Dawn of Christianity, and Searching for Jesus. "Utterly refreshing and encouraging." — Eric Metaxas, New York Times bestselling author of Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy and Martin Luther "The best book I know about the Magi." — Sir Colin John Humphreys, Ph.D., author of The Mystery of the Last Supper Modern biblical scholars tend to dismiss the Christmas story of the “wise men from the East” as pious legend. Matthew’s gospel offers few details, but imaginative Christians filled out the story early on, giving us the three kings guided by a magical star who join the adoring shepherds in every Christmas crèche. For many scholars, then, there is no reason to take the gospel story seriously. But are they right? Are the wise men no more than a poetic fancy? In an astonishing feat of detective work, Dwight Longenecker makes a powerful case that the visit of the Magi to Bethlehem really happened. Piecing together the evidence from biblical studies, history, archeology, and astronomy, he goes further, uncovering where they came from, why they came, and what might have happened to them after eluding the murderous King Herod. In the process, he provides a new and fascinating view of the time and place in which Jesus Christ chose to enter the world. The evidence is clear and compelling. The mysterious Magi from the East were in all likelihood astrologers and counselors from the court of the Nabatean king at Petra, where the Hebrew messianic prophecies were well known. The “star” that inspired their journey was a particular planetary alignment—confirmed by computer models—that in the astrological lore of the time portended the birth of a Jewish king. The visitors whose arrival troubled Herod “and all Jerusalem with him” may not have been the turbaned oriental kings of the Christmas carol, but they were real, and by demonstrating that the wise men were no fairy tale, Mystery of the Magi demands a new level of respect for the historical claims of the gospel.