The secret doctrine volume ii anthropogenesis by h p. An anthology of blavataskys contributions to world thought. In the second volume of the secret doctrine, dedicated to anthroprogenesis, blavatsky presents a theory of the gradual evolution of physical humanity over a timespan of millions of years. Esoteric buddhism and the secret doctrine blavatsky.
The secret doctrine set the religious world on fire when it was first introduced, a heavensent answer for many whose spiritual questions were not addressed by christianity. As many students of theosophy are aware, there is a large book available titled occultism of the secret doctrine which purports to be the third volume of the secret doctrine by h. A pdf edition is available at eastern tradition website. The secret doctrine project gutenberg selfpublishing. Blavatsky and her writings theosophical society in. It is a volume explanatory of it rather, and, though entirely independent of the earlier work, an indispensable corollary to it. This single volume edition, abridged and annotated by historian and theosophical scholar michael gomes, places the ideas of the secret doctrine within reach of all who are curious. Esoteric buddhism and the secret doctrine lucifer, vol. The third volume of the secret doctrine t h e o s o p h y. A worldfamous figure of mystery and controversy and a leading intellect behind the occult revival in the west, blavatsky published the secret doctrine in 1888 as her magnum opus.
The secret doctrine, the synthesis of science, religion and philosophy was originally published as two volumes. These books can take me from 2 to 10 hours to create. The secret doctrine, the synthesis of science, religion and philosophy, a book originally. This scheme, it must be added, was not in contemplation when the preparation of the work was first announced. Blavatsky theosophical university press online edition electronic edition notes this edition is being put online in six parts by the three books in each volume as they are prepared. The birth and evolution of the sacred science of the past are lost in the very night of time. Free pdf available to download from united lodge of theosophists. The last vibration of the seventh eternity thrills through infinitude a. Volume ii only anthropogenesis of the collected writings of h.
Blavatsky, electronic edition notes the secret doctrine by h. It was an influential example of the revival of interest in esoteric and occult ideas in the modern age, in particular because of its claim to reconcile ancient eastern. The secret doctrine volume iii edited by annie besant and 1st published 1897 book. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the secret doctrine. The main object of this page is, instead, to introduce to you two books that will help you get a grip on. Published since 1888 only in expensive, two volume editions of some 1,400 pages, it has long eluded the grasp of modern readers until now. As originally announced, it was intended that the secret doctrine should be an amended and enlarged version of isis unveiled. Published since 1888 only in expensive, twovolume editions. The secret doctrine theosophical society in america. Published since 1888 only in expensive, twovolume editions of some 1,400 pages, it has long eluded the grasp of modern readers until now.
Free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. The doctrine belongs to all 9 97 various occult systems of interpretation of alphabets and numerals 10 98 numbers and magic 10 99 gods and numbers 10 101 the universal language 10 103 the hexagon with the central point, or the seventh key 11 105 occult weapons 11 107 the duty of the true occultist towards religions 12 109. A selection of key passages from volume 1 of the secret doctrine. The secret doctrine, the synthesis of science, religion and philosophy, a book originally published as two volumes in 1888 written by helena blavatsky. On this page i will refer you to other articles and books for a short summary of the themes blavatsky takes up in her magnum opus. The secret doctrine is dedicated to all true theoso phists in every country and of every race, for. The mother swells, expanding from within without like the bud of the lotus b. The six fundamental propositions of the secret doctrine by john p. Pdf ebook, scanned, and print versions of the secret doctrine are also available. Blavatsky wanted to publish a third and fourth volume of the secret doctrine.
Customers who bought this item also bought these digital items. While some people may discount some of the theology, throwing the baby out with the bathwater is just wrong. Light cover wear, mainly the edges, spine uncreased, very minor thumb soil to outer edges, contents clean and free from names or other markings. Helena blavatskys first volume is named cosmogenesis. Boek maken downloaden als pdf printvriendelijke versie. Pdf the secret doctrine download full pdf book download. Blavatsky searched the world over hunting for the true religion, the true spirituality, the truth. University press online or available in pdf format at philalethians web page. The secret doctrine kindle edition by blavatsky, h. The secret doctrine, first published in 1888, was written by madame h. Some observations on the study of the secret doctrine of h. This part serves as a connecting link between the two volumes. The first volume is named cosmogenesis, the second anthropogenesis. The secret doctrine was the universally diffused religion of the ancient and prehistoric world.
The secret doctrine vol iii perfect paperback september 30, 2006. Michael gomes is a historian, author, and the librarian at the new york lodge of the theosophical society. Volumes 110 and index available at blavatsky study center blavatsky study center. The secret doctrine, the synthesis of science, religion and philosophy, a book originally published as two volumes in 1888, is helena blavatskys magnum opus. They where published in 1888 and blavatsky claimed that the contents had been revealed to her by mahatmas who had retained knowledge of mankinds spiritual history, knowledge that it was now possible, in part, to reveal. The general arrangement of volume ii is similar to that of volume i. The secret doctrine is not, she said, a treatise, or a series of vague theories, but contains all that can be given out to the world in this century.
Dharma books, hinduism literature, hinduism books, philosphy books, the secret doctrine vol i blavatsky h. Blavatsky is a doublevolume work consisiting of the two books. Various occult systems of interpretations of alphabets and. The secret doctrine, helena petrovna blavatskys masterwork on the origin and evolution of the universe and humanity itself, is arguably the most famous, and perhaps the most influential, occult book ever written. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Download blavatskys the secret doctrine free pdf ebook. As already said in the preface, the secret doctrine is not a version of isis unveiledas originally intended. The secret doctrine, volume ii, free pdf global grey. Available from ult, abe books and other booksellers. Part iii outlines the contrasting views of science and the secret doctrine and meets probable scientific objections by anticipation. The stanzas of dzyan introductory notes on the secret doctrine pdf secret doctrine references article. This singlevolume edition, abridged and annotated by historian and theosophical scholar michael gomes, places the ideas of the secret doctrine within reach of all who are curious. As aids to study and research, see also introductory notes and secret doctrine references. It was an influential example of the revival of interest in esoteric and occult ideas in the modern age, in particular because of its.
The steps in this evolution are called rootraces, seven in all. Being extracts from the notes of personal teachings given by h. Other works in addition to isis unveiled and the secret doctrine, h. Much of what was in isis could hardly be understood by theosophists in those days. The secret doctrine, the synthesis of science, religion and philosophy, a book originally published as two volumes in 1888, is helena. The authentic edition of the secret doctrine consists of two volumes, published in 1888, with the titles of cosmogenesis volume 1 and. The first volume of the secret doctrine came off the press on october 20, 1888 and all 500 copies were sold out before the date of publication. The secret doctrine continues to be the principal source book for students of theosophy, not as the final word on the subject, but as a stimulus to encourage the student to ponder its thoughts with a free and questing mind. Proofs of its diffusion, authentic records of its history, a complete chain of documents, showing its character and presence in every land, together with the teaching of all its great adepts, exist to this day in the secret crypts of libraries. Blavatsky to establish an authentic record of the teachings of the theosophical philosophy. Published since 1888 only in expensive, twovolume editions of some 1,400 pages, it has long eluded the grasp of modern readers. Page introductory 1 one key to all sacred books 3 assumptions have to be proven 5 the spirit of platos teaching 7 selfcontradiction of the critic 9 the character of ammonius saccas 11 plato a follower of pythagoras preliminary survey 1 14 the protectors of china 1 15. Blavatsky is at once notoriously difficult to read, and a century old best seller.
Current humanity mainly consists of the fifth such rootrace. The secret doctrine, vol ii 3 modern science insists upon the doctrine of evolution. Helena petrovna blavatsky 18311891 was the cofounder of the theosophical society. It was an influential example of the revival of interest in esoteric and occult ideas in the modern age, in particular because of its claim to reconcile ancient eastern wisdom.
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