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. Blavatsky, 9781585427086, download free ebooks, download free pdf epub ebook. Michael gomes is a historian, author, and the librarian at the new york lodge of the theosophical society. 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. Theosophical university press pdf ebook edition isbn 1557002297 for the twovolume set. The secret doctrine the synthesis of science, religion, and philosophy. Index, a separate 440page volume available in print and online. An outline of the secret doctrine, by charles johnston.
Blavatsky theosophical university press online edition the secret doctrine the synthesis of science, religion, and philosophy. After the publication of the 2 volumes, blavatsky also intended to publish the 3rd and the 4th volume. Dec 18, 2015 robert bowen asked helena petrovna blavatsky how to approach her book the secret doctrine. She was a russian philosopher and also an occultist. 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, the synthesis of science, religion and philosophy, a book originally published as two volumes in 1888, is helena blavatskys magnum opus. The first item reiterates blavatsky s position that the secret doctrine represents the accumulated wisdom of the ages, a system of thought that is the uninterrupted record covering thousands of generations of seers whose respective experiences were made to test and to verify the traditions passed orally by one early race to another, of the. 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. 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.
Blavatsky and the inner side of the secret doctrine h. Blavatsky is at once notoriously difficult to read, and a century old best seller. Immediately after the secret doctrine was published, blavatsky assembled a small group of students, at the blavatsky lodge in london, for more in depth inquiry and study of the ideas in the book the secret doctrine commentaries contains the never before published transcription of the shorthand notes of these blavatsky lodge meetings. This reference book of the esoteric philosophy, the secret doctrine originally published in two volumes that are cosmogenesis and anthropogenesis. Hi, i dont get paid for any of my channels content and it takes a very long time to make audio book videos, i get many messages thanking me for helping the blind have easy access to. It is a book by which the student can and should evaluate other teachings, but he should not use it to amplify or advertise the views and opinions of other books. The secret doctrine was the universally diffused religion of the ancient and prehistoric world. Index, a separate 440page volume available in print and online at our website. Studies in the secret doctrine universal theosophy. Ces textes ne figuraient pas dans les editions precedentes.
Barborka the making of the secret doctrine michael gomes ii. The articles golden keys to the secret doctrine and human evolution in the secret doctrine may also be found useful, along with other explanatory articles. A selection of key passages from volume 1 of the secret doctrine. Blavatskys talks with students contents introduction page 1. David and nancy reigles research on the book of dzyan attempts to trace its ideas to known sources. The secret doctrine theosophical society in america. T he secret doctrine, volume i and the secret doctrine, volume ii were published in our associated websites on the 19 of november, 2018. Blavatsky to the secret source of the stanzas given in her book the secret doctrine. 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.
Sep 12, 2018 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. Jul 23, 2009 helena petrovna blavatsky 18311891 was the cofounder of the theosophical society. Free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. The first volume is named cosmogenesis, the second anthropogenesis. The secret doctrine, volume ii, free pdf global grey. As aids to study and research, see also introductory notes and secret doctrine references. H p blavatsky secret doctrine, first edition abebooks. A sourcebook of the esoteric tradition, outlining the fundamental tenets of the secret doctrine of the archaic ages. A beginners guide to studying the secret doctrine t h e. 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. The secret doctrine, originally published as 2 volumes in 1888, is madame blavatskys magnum opus.
The idea of the breath of darkness moving over the slumbering waters of life, which is primordial matter with the latent spirit in it, recalls the first chapter of genesis. It describe the origins of humanity through an account of root races said to date back millions of years. Blavatsky blavatsky s masterwork on theosophy, covering cosmic, planetary, and human evolution, as well as science, religion, and mythology. Jun 01, 2017 free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. A beginners guide to studying the secret doctrine t h. While she was also very famous for modern occultism. Isbn 97815570022802volumes, paperback isbn 97815570023032volumes, hardback isbn 97815570022972volumes, pdf ebook the paper in the print edition is acid free and meets the requirements of ansiniso z39. First published in 1888 and the author was helena blavatsky. Pdf ebook, scanned, and print versions of the secret doctrine are also available. Editions of the secret doctrine by helena petrovna blavatsky. Blavatsky, in the office of the librarian of congress at washington, d. 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.
It is a book by which the student can and should evaluate other teachings, but he should not use it to amplify or. The secret doctrine establishes three fundamental propositions. It has been said that the secret doctrine should be regarded as a book of reference, a kind of theosophical encyclopaedia this estimate is false. Blavatskys master work which is the book of theosophy. Helena blavatskys first volume is named cosmogenesis. The secret doctrine is a book to be read and studied, not only to be referred to. Fulltext pdf ebook, h tml, and scanned editions of the secret doctrine. Modern science insists upon the doctrine of evolution. Pdf the secret doctrine download full pdf book download. It was an influential example of the revival of interest in esoteric and occult ideas in the modern age, in particular because of its.
Download the secret doctrine pdf, kindle or epub versions, from this page. Free pdf available to download from united lodge of theosophists. The secret doctrine, vol ii 3 modern science insists upon the doctrine of evolution. Please feel free to request a detailed description.
Blavatsky is a doublevolume work consisiting of the two books. The secret doctrine, the synthesis of science, religion and philosophy was originally published as two volumes. It covers the creation of the universe, the evolution of humankind, and the primordial tradition underlying the various religions, mythologies and philosophies of the world. This is his account of the matter, and my amateur audiobook version follows the blavatsky bowen scheme. The secret doctrine is only quite a small fragment of the esoteric doctrine known to the higher members of the occult brotherhoods. Published since 1888 only in expensive, twovolume editions of some 1,400 pages, it has long eluded the grasp of modern readers. See all 5 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Blavatsky, electronic edition notes the secret doctrine by h. It is needless to explain that this book is not the secret doctrine in its entirety, but a select number of fragments of its fundamental tenets, special attention being paid to some facts which have been seized upon by various writers, and distorted out of all resemblance to the truth. Download blavatskys the secret doctrine free pdf ebook. The book elena blavatsky secret doctrine in 2 volumes 1998\kniga elena blavatskaia taiynaia doktrina v 2 tomah 1998, na, 1998 we have thousands of titles and often several copies of each title may be available.
The sd remains today the most comprehensive sourcebook of the esoteric tradition, outlining the fundamental tenets of the secret doctrine of the archaic ages. The secret doctrine vol iii perfect paperback september 30, 2006 by annie besant author, helena p. Four of their articles on this subject are available online. The secret doctrine, volume iii, free pdf global grey. 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. The secret doctrine vol 2 h p blavatsky pdf thinkand. Science, mainly in the domain of anthropology and geology.
Below are some of the conventions used that differ from the. Published since 1888 only in expensive, twovolume editions. It was an influential example of the revival of interest in esoteric and occult ideas in the modern age. The secret doctrine, the synthesis of science, religion and philosophy, a book originally published as two volumes in 1888 written by helena blavatsky. We see a flower slowly developing from a bud, and the bud from its seed. Available from ult, abe books and other booksellers. The article titled an invitation to the secret doctrine gives an introduction and comprehensive overview of the secret doctrine, h. The birth and evolution of the sacred science of the past are lost in the very night of time. Fulltext html and pdf ebook editions of the secret doctrine. Only two volumes were published before the death of blavatsky and although she mentioned a third and fourth volume, they didnt surface. It is beyond the range and reach of thought in the.
It contains, she says, just as much as can be received by the world during this coming century. 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 s master work which is the book of theosophy. The secret doctrine vol 2 h p blavatsky pdf thinkanddiscern. The articles golden keys to the secret doctrine and human evolution in the secret doctrine may also be found useful, along with other explanatory articles listed on the articles page, such as.
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