THESE volumes, complete in themselves as a series of studies in a definite body of tradition, are intended to serve ultimately as a small contribution to the preparation of the way leading towards a solution of the vast problems involved in the scientific study of the Origins of the Christian Faith. They might thus perhaps be described as the preparation of materials to serve for the historic, mythic, and mystic consideration of the Origins of Christianity, -where the term "mythic" is used in its true sense of inner, typical, sacred and "logic," as opposed to the external processioning of physical events known as "historic," and where the term "mystic" is used as that which pertains to initiation and the mysteries. Though the material that we have collected, has, as to its externals, been tested, as far as our hands are capable of the work, by the methods of scholarship and criticism, it has nevertheless at the same time been allowed ungrudgingly to show itself the outward expression of a truly vital endeavour of immense interest and value to all who are disposed to make friends with it. For along this ray of the Trismegistic tradition we may allow ourselves to be drawn backwards in time towards the holy of holies of the Wisdom of Ancient Egypt. The sympathetic study of this material may well prove an initiatory process towards an understanding of that Archaic Gnosis. And, therefore, though these volumes are intended to show those competent to judge that all has been set forth in decency according to approved methods of modern research, they are also designed for those who are not qualified to give an opinion on such matters, but who are able to feel and think with the writers of these beautiful tractates.

THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Changing World, by Annie Besant. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766105814.

2010 Reprint of 1918 Edition. This book was intended as an aid to students in their study of the growth and development of consciousness, offering hints and suggestions which might prove useful to them. It is a contribution to the science of psychology. She writes that the seed of consciousness is the Atma-Buddhi-Manas, the Jivatma. The Super-consciousness includes the whole of the consciousness above the waking-consciousness, like dreams, visions, inspirations, etc. To bring the super-consciousness into manifestation on the physical plane, Besant proposes (in the early stages) to render the brain and sense-organs unresponsive to physical impacts and to induce Trance. This can be done by using the methods of Yogis. But she also says that there is a difference between the super-physical conditions of consciousness in the hypnotised subject and in the Yogi.

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Anthroposophy has manifold roots in natural science. Rudolf Steiner never tired of saying that the development of scientific awareness had given people the possibility of freedom, that the way to cognizing the spiritual world is based on the natural scientific attitude, and that certainty of such knowledge is comparable to the certainty found in mathematics and natural science. Especially noteworthy is Steiner's comments on the importance of how experiments should be done-first, that scientists should adopt the attitude that their workbench is an altar, and second, that scientists should seek the cooperation of elemental beings. Steiner was concerned that people do new experiments because of the many new views and educational possibilities that can arise. Consequently, in 1920, a special institute was established with departments for physics and biology in Stuttgart, financed by the scanty means of the joint-stock company, Der kommende Tag (literally, "the coming day"). The purpose of the institute were described by Steiner: "What we lack is not the empirical material, but the gathering of possibilities, which are also possibilities of explaining one phenomenon through another phenomenon. Therefore, in our research institute, we will no longer do experiments using the old methods, for there really is an excess of empirical material available." Though the institute eventually closed, owing to financial difficulties, in 1926 on the initiative of Guenther Wachsmuth, Paul Eugen Schiller took most of the materials to Dornach. There, he set up a simple physics laboratory where he worked for several years, working mainly on Steiner's indications about the "sensitive flame." Drawn from Schiller's notebooks, this important volume describes natural scientific research by scientists working at the Goetheanum and following suggestions from Rudolf Steiner, leading, for example, to research on gases at low temperatures and high vacuum. Steiner told them, "You will tend to produce conditions at the Sun's center, where matter is annihilated and exists in a negative state; similarly with space. Spectrum analysis was used in these experiments, but for 'true' results, the spectroscope would need to be modified." On electricity, Steiner told them," We do not know electricity, except by its effects.... In origin, it is an astral force." The Schiller File is an important resource for those who wish to better understand how to approach and practice natural science from the perspective of spiritual science. Includes an extensive index. The Schiller File is a translation of Beitrage zur Rudolf Steiner Gesamtausgabe Veroffentlichungen aus dem Archiv der Rudolf Steiner-Nachlassverwaltung, Dornach, Switzerland.

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A collection of seminal essays by prominent Theosophist C.W. Leadbeater, on the elevated consciousness known as "The Monad," or the Mind of God. In this elevated state of existance, time stops, and never ending peace is known. Join this luminary of Theosophical Thought in his ground breaking exploration of the Consciousness known as The Monad.

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1924. This text presents a course of 12 lessons intended to give the student a perfect knowledge of the Science of Motion. With this knowledge, he will be able to perfectly understand the ultimate, as well as the immediate cause of all manifestation of nature; he will take the first steps toward an understanding of the Theosophia; and will learn that without this knowledge, an understanding of nature in the abstract is impossible. See the many other works by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.

THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Thought Power: Its Control and Culture, by Annie Besant. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 156459713X.

THIS 84 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Philosophy of Spiritual Activity, by Rudolf Steiner. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766107728.

In this engaging and lively little book, Apollo Starmule explores the relationship of human consciousness to Santa Claus and the world inhabited by this legendary being. Many parents will probably want to share this book with their children for, as Starmule explains, "I told myself when I began this document that I was going to try not to cuss, and was going to try to keep my material at a level that could be enjoyed by a general audience, for I realized that some parents would want to share this document with their kids. If you are familiar with some of my other books, you may realize what an unusual approach this is for me." Before you tell your kids the "truth" about Santa Claus, we suggest you find out exactly what that truth is and why it is true. This book gives you a stable platform on which to stand as you address matters of supreme importance to the soul of a child . . . and to your own soul.

An unabridged, digitally enlarged edition, with updated typeface and layout. Chapters include: What Clairvoyance Is - Simple Clairvoyance Full - Simple Clairvoyance Partial - Clairvoyance In Space: Intentional - Clairvoyance In Space: Semi-Intentional - Clairvoyance In Space: Unintentional - Clairvoyance In Time: The Past - Clairvoyance In Time: The Future - Methods Of Development - Addendum: The Theosophical Society

C.W. Leadbeater, a luminary in the fields of metaphysics and Theosophy, tells you everything you need to know about the Hidden Side of Things...how the unseen energies of others, of nature, of the buildings we inhabit, of the rituals we perform, and of our own habits and thoughts have on us, on every level. This is an essential book for any student of metaphysics, energy healing and psychic development

Transcendent experiences have been extensively written about, from a psychological perspective by Freud, William James, Maslow and others. However in recent years, advances in identifying a "self-transcendent" personality trait, a "God Gene" and some of the neurochemical brain activities which occur during transcendent states, have opened up a new depth of understanding about this inside dimension of transcendent phenomena. They also offer science's newest challenge to traditional religious experience and belief.

In this book transcendent experiences are described by those in a variety of arenas, including traditional religious practices, close encounters with death and other natural phenomena, creativity and the arts, competitive sports, romantic love, and other areas. Those interested in religion and science, as well many general readers, may come to recognize experiences of their own, which they may not have considered religious or transcendent. They may also find comfort from developing a stronger and deeper foundation for their religious beliefs.

Con las predicciones del Volumen 1 de Las Profecias de Sanctus Germanus ocurriendo, el Volumen 2 se concentra en el papel del portador de luz durante los cambios de la Tierra y el esfuerzo de reconstruccion posteriores al 2012. Los portadores de luz son los Bodhisattvas de hoy en dia, miles de iniciados avanzados y luminarias pasadas de la tierra, quienes han reencarnado para ayudar a la humanidad a traves de este periodo de gran cambio y agitacion. Las Profecias de Sanctus Germanus, Volumen 2 es una guia practica para que el portador de luz se situe en su lugar dentro del gran esquema de cosas y se prepare para los retos venideros.

Helena P. Blavatsky was a spiritual adept who appeared on the world scene during the second half of the 19th Century when intellectual, scientific and religious thinking had already crystallized into their separate camps. Her life, devoted to showing that all thought came from the same source and that science and religion were really one, drew violent resistance. She is credited with bringing together eastern and western esoteric teachings in the form of Theosophy in order to prepare the world for a New Age which is at mankind's threshold today. The fact that we speak so freely of such things as yoga and meditation today can be credited to her legacy which is largely forgotten. As with other spiritual adepts, her journey was fraught with personal struggles and attempts to slander her. Yet her monumental works, The Secret Doctrine and Isis Unveiled, live on to shape peoples' thinking in preparation for the New Age. This screenplay is an attempt to reinstate her as the Mother of the New Age.

The very rites and ceremonies of religion that are binding on the Soul that is still unliberated, become useless when the Soul has gained liberation, for then the Soul no longer can be held by anything. -from "Yoga" Anne Besant was one of the most popular and beloved voices of theosophy, the occult philosophy of the early 20th century that sought to find the underlying universal truths in all religions. Here she turns her theosophical eye on the traditions and beliefs of Hinduism, using the precepts of theosophy as a guide to understanding the obscurer meanings of Hindu sacred writings. Originally delivered as a series of lectures in 1893, and published in book form the next year, this is an illuminating exploration of Hinduism-and the fundamental essence of all religious expression-from a perspective almost forgotten today. British social reformer and writer ANNIE BESANT (1847-1933) was an early public advocate of birth control and women's health care, as well as an active proponent of theosophy. Among her books are The Ancient Wisdom (1897), Death and After (1901), and Occult Chemistry (1919).

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In the timeless time of eternity, does God have a pre-history? What was God "before" (so to speak) God became GOD? Was there some terrible mistake involving culpability? If so, how did this God of pre-history handle His mistake? Availing himself of certain currents found in Scripture and in classical Rabbinic sources, the author makes the case that God is a being with moral fault. The author argues that how God handled His mistake was the process which allowed God to become the celebrated: THE GREAT THE MIGHTY THE TERRIBLE GOD "who remains steadfast to his covenant and loving bond," [Nehemiah 9: 32] And it all started with Noah: " But Noah found grace/favor in the eyes of Hashem." [Genesis 6: 8]

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It must be recognized that a knowledge of the spiritual world, not merely a knowledge gained by treading the path, but also a knowledge acquired through grasping the truths of spiritual science with the unprejudiced, healthy human intellect, leads also to a higher moral status in life, to a knowledge of sensory existence that is in accord with the truth, to certainty in life, and to inward health of the soul.