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But he recalls having had an intuition that something was wrong with the church system he grew up in.
(Derived from twelve booklets of instruction to private st...)
Derived from twelve booklets of instruction to private students, Fountain-Source restores occultism to its original purity and recreates the atmosphere and discipline of the ancient Mystery schools. The scope of teaching is vast: the primeval wisdom-teaching; discipline and the spiritual path; the genesis, structure and destiny of galaxies and solar systems; correlations of cosmic and human constitutions; death and the circulations of the cosmos; and invisible worlds and their inhabitants. Addressed to all who sense the interrelatedness of human destiny with the cosmic design, and feel the call of altruistic service to humanity.
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(This anthology of philosophy and mysticism consists of sh...)
This anthology of philosophy and mysticism consists of short, independent articles combined with answers to over 200 questions on theosophy and human problems that embrace a wide diversity of themes: occultism and psychic phenomena, origins of Christianity, evolution into the human kingdom, buddhas and bodhisattvas, studies in The Secret Doctrine and The Mahatma Letters, euthanasia, afterdeath states of suicides, significance of dreams, Mystery schools of today, and scores of other intriguing topics.
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(This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of th...)
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This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.
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(The solstices and equinoxes have been held sacred in many...)
The solstices and equinoxes have been held sacred in many cultures. This book explains the cosmic and human symbolism associated with the earth's annual cycling round the sun, and the great initiatory events which take place at these seasons. Key teachings on buddhas and avataras, death and initiation, and the two paths of growth for oneself and for others illumine not only the traditions of mankind, but also the road which the aspirant daily seeks to tread.
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(This anthology of philosophy and mysticism consists of sh...)
This anthology of philosophy and mysticism consists of short, independent articles combined with answers to over 200 questions on theosophy and human problems that embrace a wide diversity of themes: occultism and psychic phenomena, origins of Christianity, evolution into the human kingdom, buddhas and bodhisattvas, studies in The Secret Doctrine and The Mahatma Letters, euthanasia, afterdeath states of suicides, significance of dreams, Mystery schools of today, and scores of other intriguing topics.
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(Drawn from the author's talks with students, Golden Prece...)
Drawn from the author's talks with students, Golden Precepts covers a variety of subjects: the inner god; thoughts, their influence on character, and how they can be controlled; how to meet suffering, old age, and death; the need for selfless love; buddhas of compassion; and the path of spiritual growth.
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(From 1924 to 1927 Katherine Tingley sponsored a series o...)
From 1924 to 1927 Katherine Tingley sponsored a series of private studies in The Secret Doctrine, with Dr. de Purucker as lecturer. This record of the meetings provides an excellent introduction to H. P. Blavatsky's masterwork, yet it stands on its own as a clear restatement of the philosophy expounded by all great thinkers and sages. Beginning with the three fundamental postulates of the SD, the presentation moves to cosmic and human evolution, with emphasis on the interconnectedness of all beings. Other topics include man s nature and destiny; avataras and buddhas; initiation, the Mysteries, and ethical values.
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("Here is an eloquent plea for all Theosophists to practic...)
"Here is an eloquent plea for all Theosophists to practice the principles of life and conduct they widely proclaim. Here is a strong voice giving sound and needed counsel for today and decades to come." - from the blurb.
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This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.
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(Every branch of study has its special terminology, and th...)
Every branch of study has its special terminology, and theosophy is no exception. Originally published in London in 1933, this Glossary defines some 300 terms frequently found in the field of metaphysics and explains them in the light of theosophy. An invaluable textbook for the student, the Glossary is a succinct and reliable aid in discerning the occult or 'hidden' meaning of many Sanskrit, Greek, and technical terms used in theosophical literature.
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(Without some preliminary understanding of the terminology...)
Without some preliminary understanding of the terminology found in theosophical and occult literature, the student will quickly become bewildered and often discouraged. A concise and reliable guidebook is required, and the Occult Glossary is that "Baedeker." A profound scholar of oriental literature and languages, Dr. de Purucker is admirably qualified to render this service to readers wandering through the maze of Sanskrit, Greek, Hebrew and other terms used in books on Occultism. Not only does this work serve to define and clarify, with it the student is able to construct for himself a comprehensive outline of the scope and principles underlying the age-old tradition respecting man and the universe in which he lives. along with some 300 terms - ranging from astral light, Bodhisattva, chakra... to tamas, Upanishad, Vedanta and yoga - will be found an excellent digest of such subjects as the cycle of necessity, life-waves, inner and outer rounds, Masters initiations and the mysteries. Originally published in London in 1933, the present edition is issued to meet the expanding interest in this important field of study.
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But he recalls having had an intuition that something was wrong with the church system he grew up in.
Of the Theosophical literature, he said: "I read it avidly and studied it eagerly, and then my heart awoke, as my brain had awaked before.
Purucker recalls having at age 14 translated the entire New Testament from Greek, and at age 17 having translated the Book of Genesis from the Hebrew. But now, from a study of the theosophical literature, my heart awaking, I began to realize what there was, not only in me, but in my fellows. And I said to myself: hereafter my life is consecrate to what I know to be the truth.
Number man can live unto himself alone.
Number man can tread the pathway — the still, small, old pathway — of the spiritual self within him, alone."
These experiences led him to the Theosophical Society, which he joined on August 16, 1893. The years from 1893 until 1903 were spent traveling and working, largely in Europe, before moving to Point Loma and joining the staff at Lomaland, the headquarters of the Theosophical Society, under the leadership of Katherine Tingley.
Of this period, Purucker said: "all my early life, up till nearly thirty, was passed in the whirl of social and diplomatic and literary and artistic circles, in Geneva, Paris, and other European capitals and big cities. I hated this life, as you can imagine, and when the word came to me from the "Bosses" to pack up and go to Point Loma into years of retirement and training, I felt like a prisoner released from jail, and going home."
He succeeded Katherine Tingley to leadership of the Theosophical Society in 1929 and saw its operations through the great depression.
In 1942, he sold the property at Point Loma and moved the headquarters to Covina, California.
He died a few months later, on September 27, 1942. His legacy includes several publications, including elucidations of the writings of Helena Blavatsky. Several additional works were also published posthumously.
(This anthology of philosophy and mysticism consists of sh...)
(This anthology of philosophy and mysticism consists of sh...)
(Drawn from the author's talks with students, Golden Prece...)
(Derived from twelve booklets of instruction to private st...)
(Without some preliminary understanding of the terminology...)
("Here is an eloquent plea for all Theosophists to practic...)
(From 1924 to 1927 Katherine Tingley sponsored a series o...)
(Every branch of study has its special terminology, and th...)
(This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of th...)
(This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of th...)
(This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of th...)
(This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of th...)
(The solstices and equinoxes have been held sacred in many...)
(Report of sessions Katherine Tingley Memorial Group. no d...)
(This is a new release of the original 1930 edition.)
(Book by Purucker, Gottfried De)
(Questions We All Ask (1930))
(Will be shipped from US. Brand new copy.)
Quotations: "I realized that the instinct of my soul had been a true one".