Initiation, Human and Solar (Annotated)

di Bailey Alice (Autore)

Laurel Emberford (Autore)

e-artnow, 2020

Initiation, Human and Solar is a foundational esoteric treatise presenting initiation as the disciplined expansion of human consciousness within a vast cosmic order. Written in a formal, aphoristic, and highly systematized style, the book links individual spiritual development to planetary and solar hierarchies, drawing on Theosophical vocabulary while reshaping it into Bailey's distinctive synthesis of psychology, occult cosmology, and spiritual evolution. Its literary context lies in the early twentieth-century revival of Western esotericism, when metaphysical writers sought to reconcile ancient wisdom traditions with modern ideas of progress and consciousness. Alice Bailey, born in 1880 in England, became one of the most influential occult authors of the modern era. After an early life marked by religious seriousness and personal hardship, she entered Theosophical circles and later developed her own body of teachings, which she attributed in part to the Tibetan master Djwhal Khul. Her concern with discipleship, service, and the education of humanity clearly informs this work. This book is recommended to readers interested in esoteric philosophy, comparative mysticism, and the history of modern spiritual movements. It rewards patient study rather than casual reading, offering a rigorous map of initiation for those willing to engage its symbolic universe. This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience. - A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes. - The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists. - A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing. - A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings. - Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.

• Autore: Bailey Alice, Laurel Emberford
• Curatore: e-artnow
• Anno edizione: 2020
• Editore: e-artnow
• Formato: EPUB2 con Adobe DRM
• Lingua: Inglese
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Reflowable
• EAN: 4064066050689