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Paul Foster Case was an American occultist of the early 20th
century and author of numerous books on occult tarot and Qabalah.
Perhaps his greatest contributions to the field of occultism were
the lessons he wrote for associate members of Builders of the
Adytum. The Knowledge Lectures given to initiated members of the
Chapters of the B.O.T.A. were equally profound, although the
limited distribution has made them less well known. Case was early
on attracted to the occult. While still a child he reported
experiences that today are called lucid dreaming. He corresponded
about these experiences with Rudyard Kipling who encouraged him as
to the validity of his paranormal pursuits. In the year 1900, Case
met the occultist Claude Bragdon while both were performing at a
charity performance. Bragdon asked Case what he thought the origin
of playing cards was. After pursuing the question in his father's
library, Case discovered a link to tarot, called 'The Game of Man,
' thus began what would become Case's lifelong study of the tarot,
and leading to the creation of the B.O.T.A. tarot deck, a
"corrected" version of the Rider-Waite cards. Between 1905 and 1908
(aged 20-24), Case began practicing yoga, and in particular
pranayama, from what published sources were available. His early
experiences appear to have caused him some mental and emotional
difficulties and left him with a lifelong concern that so called
"occult" practice be done with proper guidance and training.
Paul Foster provides the commentary on Colossians to this renowned
series of biblical commentaries, under the General Editorship of
Professor Morna D Hooker (Lady Margaret Professor of Divinity
Emerita in the University of Cambridge, UK). As with other volumes
in the series the key questions for scholars are gone into
thoroughly - questions of historicity, the use of historical
traditions and sources, the relationship of Colossians to the rest
of the New Testament in particular the Pauline letters, authorship,
and setting. Foster examines these issues in such a way as to
present the heart of the academic debate surrounding them to a
wider audience, as befits the series reputation for rigorous
commentary which not only advances the knowledge of students and
pastors, but also makes a contribution to the academic discourse in
its own right.
This is a fascinating volume which brings together leading experts
in the field to discuss the most significant of the non-canonical
gospels. This book brings together a collection of chapter length
treatments on the most significant of the non-canonical gospels. A
particular strength of the volume is that it draws upon the
research of leading experts in the field and clearly and concisely
communicates the most hotly contested issues surrounding each text.
While a key function of each chapter is to make the current
academic debates accessible to a wider audience, these treatments
are not simply overviews or survey articles. They also present
fresh perspectives on a number of points, and critically assess the
most recent trends in scholarship. As such, they will provide an
ideal entry point for advanced undergraduate courses and taught
Masters programs.The structure of the book is divided up in an
easily useable format. There is an introduction which underscores
the significance of the non-canonical texts both for the original
readers and for contemporary audiences. This chapter by Keith
Elliott also traces important moments in the reception of a number
of these texts both in art and literature. Next follows the main
sequence of chapters dealing with individual texts. Texts such as
the Gospel of Thomas, the Gospel of Peter, and the Gospel of Mary
are treated first due to the impact they have had to varying
degrees on Historical Jesus research. Other texts are grouped in
various subgroups: the two infancy gospels follow each other, and
the more fragmentary texts are also closely linked in the
arrangement.The book presents one of the most comprehensive and
up-to-date discussions of a range of texts that continue to be of
interest to scholars and wider readers. The discussions should
clarify a number of popular misconceptions and allow for a more
informed debate. The scholars who contribute to this collection
represent an eclectic range of views and theological outlooks. No
attempt has been made to impose a prescribed perspective. Rather,
the leading experts have been consulted to produce fresh and
stimulating treatments.The book will include contributions from
Andrew Gregory (Oxford), Christopher Tuckett (Cambridge), April
DeConick (Rice), and Simon Gathercole (Aberdeen), among others.
Once accessible only to private members, these keys of esoteric
wisdom have finally been made available to the public. Unlock the
intentionally cryptic alchemical writings that have confounded so
many seekers. Discover the hidden teachings on the true spiritual
and transformational nature of the alchemical process. Explore the
historical writings of the alchemists of old. Paul Foster Case
deciphered these mysteries for students of his School of Ageless
Wisdom in a step-by-step process. As he pulls on the thread of the
tapestry, the whole veil unravels, giving you a glimpse of the
hidden meaning and intent. Esoteric Keys of Alchemy uniquely
combines the teachings of the Western Mystery Tradition with the
writings of the Yogis of the East to unveil the universal nature of
those mysteries.
In clear and understandable language, Case elucidates the Tarot
tradition and technique for the modern thinker. Students of the
Tarot will find the necessary information to understand and apply
the principles of Tarot--and the correspondences of symbol, tone,
color, and number--to the art of daily living.
In 1924, Paul Foster Case expanded his First Year Course by
developing two advanced lecture series which he entitled Section
uConcentration and Section D: Magic. The lectures built upon the
material in the First Year Course(which had become known at this
time as Section A:The Life Power and Section B: The Seven Steps to
Spiritual Unfoldment). The Fraternity of the Hidden Light has
recently published both of these lecture series as Occult
Fundamentals and Spiritual Unfoldment - Volume 1: The Early
Writings. This current volume provides the two additional lecture
series that complete the original fundamental course structure of
Paul Case. Section C, Concentration, expounds the esoteric secrets
of Meditation. This section is a very advanced series of lessons
that not only develops the essential skill of concentration but
commences the student upon thePath of Return with a series of
powerful Qabalistic Meditations. These Meditations have a tendency
to facilitate deep spiritual experience in those who are prepared
and chose to participate. This lesson series indeed represents some
of the most advanced material written by Paul Case. Section D,
Magic, provides the esoteric secrets of Magic in a very rare
exposition of the fundamental tenets of magical practice by one of
the greatest occultists of the 20th century. Here again is material
published by Paul Case that cannot be found in any of his later
developed lesson series and provides insight into the tools of the
trade practiced by Golden Dawn enthusiasts today.
Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of
rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for
everyone!
Discover the true esoteric wisdom contained within the Tarot keys.
The Tarot can take you on a journey of exploration of the story of
your personal and cosmic consciousness. You too will be able to
unlock the deepest symbolism of the Tarot thanks to this complete
course on understanding its hidden mysteries by one of the world's
leading Tarotists. For more than half a century, savvy students
from around the world joined Paul Foster Case's school of ageless
wisdom, Builders of the Adytum, to explore advanced teachings of
the Tarot that couldn't be found anywhere else. Now, you too can be
part of the best kept secret of a whole generation of Tarot
Masters. By popular demand, the four volumes have now been compiled
into one single reference. They cover all the important Tarot
fundamentals of the Major Arcana and lay the foundation that you
need to start working with the Tarot on your own. There are no
mundane, cookie cutter Tarot references in here. You will get the
deep meanings behind the Hermetic symbolism of each of the cards in
language that makes it applicable in today's world. As a bonus for
those who purchased the earlier individual volumes, you will also
find a $30 redeemable coupon inside this book.
Paul Foster provides the commentary on Colossians to this renowned
series of biblical commentaries, under the General Editorship of
Professor Morna D Hooker (Lady Margaret Professor of Divinity
Emerita in the University of Cambridge, UK). As with other volumes
in the series the key questions for scholars are gone into
thoroughly - questions of historicity, the use of historical
traditions and sources, the relationship of Colossians to the rest
of the New Testament in particular the Pauline letters, authorship,
and setting. Foster examines these issues in such a way as to
present the heart of the academic debate surrounding them to a
wider audience, as befits the series reputation for rigorous
commentary which not only advances the knowledge of students and
pastors, but also makes a contribution to the academic discourse in
its own right.
This is a new release of the original 1935 edition.
This is a new release of the original 1935 edition.
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