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 essays in this book transform the basic categories of h. 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. At the start of the article an invitation to the secret doctrine we said. Based on the stanzas of dzyan, with corroborating testimony from hundreds of sources. A sourcebook of the esoteric tradition, outlining the fundamental tenets of the secret doctrine of the archaic ages. 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. Theosophical university press pdf ebook edition isbn 1557002297 for the twovolume set. Blavatsky theosophical university press ascii edition volumes 1 and 2 in one searchable ascii file this edition may. The secret doctrine, the synthesis of science, religion and philosophy, a book originally published as two volumes in 1888, is helena blavatskys magnum opus.
Blavatsky blavatskys masterwork on theosophy, covering cosmic, planetary, and human. 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. Blavatsky and her writings theosophical society in. Blavatskys masterwork on theosophy, covering cosmic, planetary, and human evolution, as well as science, religion, and mythology. Blavatsky is at once notoriously difficult to read, and a century old best seller.
Blavatsky to the american conventions, 18881891, with a historical perspective, also by kirby van mater html at tup blavatsky, h. Helena petrovna blavatsky 18311891 was the cofounder of the theosophical society. The secret doctine, editor virginia hanson brings together friendly perspectives on the still evolving significance of blavatskys monumental work of 1888. Compiled from miscellaneous papers found among her effects, this volume forms no part of the original secret doctrine written by h. Blavatsky to the american theosophists in convention assembled, 1888, 1889. Blavatsky is a doublevolume work consisiting of the two books. Free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. 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. A writer in the spiritualistic journals took great pains to show how many books the first work seems to quote from, and the conclusion to be arrived at after reading his diatribes is that h. This ebook pdf produced by theosophical university press. Blavatsky to the secret source of the stanzas given in her book the secret doctrine.
Download blavatskys the secret doctrine free pdf ebook. It had been the intention of the author, who had a deep insight into the true nature and purpose of h. The secret doctrine, the synthesis of science, religion and philosophy, a book originally published as two volumes in 1888 written by helena blavatsky. The secret doctrine, helena petrovna blavatsky s 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. An invitation to the secret doctrine t h e o s o p h y. Blavatsky, 1889 we assert that the divine spark in man being one and identical in its essence with the universal spirit, our spiritual self is practically omniscient, but that it cannot manifest its knowledge owing to the impediments of matter. A pdf edition is available at eastern tradition website. Blavatsky and the secret doctrine quest book paperback may 25, 1988. 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. The first volume is named cosmogenesis, the second anthropogenesis.
It bears the subtitle of the synthesis of science, religion, and philosophy along with the following dedication by hpb. Blavatsky, to whom the world owes a debt so great that it can never be repaidexcept with deepest respect and gratitude for the wonderful service she has rendered to all genuine seekers. Blavatsky, towards the close of the last century, more knowledge of the. Dont try to coalesce or combine the existing indices. Michael gomes is a historian, author, and the librarian at the new york lodge of the theosophical society.
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. Blavatsky theosophical university press online edition the secret doctrine the synthesis of science, religion, and philosophy. Blavatsky blavatsky s masterwork on theosophy, covering cosmic, planetary, and human evolution, as well as science, religion, and mythology. Blavatsky, 9780835602389, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Entered according to act of congress in the year 1888, by h.
This was a new theory about 1908, though now, of course. Blavatskys letter to the 1888 american convention second annual convention april 2223 american section of the theosophical society sherman house, chicago, illinois a letter from h. Other works in addition to isis unveiled and the secret doctrine, h. A facsimile of the original edition of 1888 by helena petrovna blavatsky and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The secret doctrine the synthesis of science, religion, and philosophy. David and nancy reigles research on the book of dzyan attempts to trace its ideas to known sources. The secret doctrinecompilers note 157159 november 1888. It includes unrevised translations of stanzas from the book of dzyan, and her unrevised commentaries on them. H p blavatsky secret doctrine, first edition abebooks. But though many topics of the turn of the century science were touched on, it is mainly science in the sense of metaphysical science, which you can. The secret doctrine project gutenberg selfpublishing.
A sourcebook of the esoteric tradition, outlining the fundament. It was an influential example of the revival of interest in esoteric and. This edition was corrected against the facsimile edition of 1888. The secret doctrine by helena petrovna blavatsky goodreads. The subtitle is one answer as it refers to the synthesis of religion, philosophy, and science. Your account is still active and your suprbay username and password.
Much of the content of our website is based on the teachings of h. The main object of this page is, instead, to introduce to you two books that will help you get a grip on. Ii anthropogenesis london the theosophical publishing company, limited 7, duke street, adelphi, w. The secret doctrine the synthesis of science, religion, and philosophy by h. Originally published in 1888, it gave the spiritual history of the development of the cosmos or kosmos, as the. Blavatsky and the secret doctrine the secret doctrine, the synthesis of science, religion and philosophy, a book originally published as two volumes in 1888, is helena p. 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. Index, a separate 440page volume available in print and online. Blavatsky, in the office of the librarian of congress at washington, d. Pdf the secret doctrine download full pdf book download. Topics blavatsky, secret doctrine collection opensource language. The essence of the secret doctrine t h e o s o p h y. Included in later printings of this socalled revised edition is a spurious third volume of the secret doctrine, issued in 1897, six years after the death of h. Originally published 1888 as the secret doctrine the synthesis of science, religion, and philosophy, and much of this text may be an offset facsimile of that original work.
Blavatsky s masterwork on theosophy, covering cosmic, planetary, and human evolution, as well as science, religion, and mythology. Published since 1888 only in expensive, twovolume editions of some 1,400 pages, it has long eluded the grasp of modern readers until now. This conjunction is well evident in the secret doctrine. Publication date 1888 topics banasthali collection digitallibraryindia. A good deal has been said about the writing of isis unveiled, and later of the secret doctrine, both by h. She gained an international following as the leading theoretician of theosophy, the esoteric. While the essays vary in quality and argumentative power, in consort they generate the sense that the.
Blavatskys masterpiece the secret doctrine, published in 1888, has never been out of print and is still in demand from spiritual seekers all around the world. Blavatskys early manuscript of the secret doctrine, written in 1885 and 1886. Index, a separate 440page volume available in print. Blavatsky, hp helena petrovna, 18311891 the online books. Verily mankind is of one blood, but not of the same essence. Being extracts from the notes of personal teachings given by h. Russianborn helena petrovna blavatsky 18311891 was an occultist, spirit medium, and author who co.
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