The Secret Doctrine, Vol. 1
Oct 2022 · CLASSICS TO GO · Otbebookpublishing
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There is perhaps no greater enigma in modern Western literature than The Secret Doctrine. The controversial Russian noblewoman Madame Helena Petrovna Blavatsky told the world that the book restored humanity's lost history and destiny. Its insights, she said, had been gleaned from long-secret books of wisdom and her tutelage under mahatmas, or great souls: adepts from the East who exposed the seeker to their esoteric teaching. To read The Secret Doctrine is to enter a mysterious world of ancient cosmology and spiritual-scientific insights, which tell of humanity's unthinkably ancient past and its burgeoning evolution into a new, more refined existence. For the first time, Blavatsky's encyclopaedia arcana is available in a reset and redesigned single-volume edition, complete and unabridged. Its truths and challenges are available to the intrepid reader, who may find yet-unknown insights within its pages.
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Helena Petrovna Blavatsky (1831-1891) was a Russian mystic, philosopher, and co-founder of the Theosophical Society, a movement that sought to explore the mystical and esoteric traditions of the world. Born into an aristocratic family in Yekaterinoslav, Ukraine, Blavatsky's early life was marked by a restless spirit and a quest for knowledge that took her across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.Blavatsky's literary contributions, including her seminal works "Isis Unveiled" (1877) and "The Secret Doctrine" (1888), challenged the scientific and religious orthodoxy of her time. She posited the existence of an ancient, hidden wisdom that transcended cultural and temporal boundaries, which she claimed to have accessed through her travels and mystical experiences. Her writings synthesized Eastern and Western spiritual traditions, introducing concepts such as karma, reincarnation, and the Akashic Records to a Western audience.Blavatsky was a polarizing figure, often embroiled in controversy. Critics accused her of fraud and plagiarism, while followers revered her as a spiritual pioneer. Her bold assertions and unconventional lifestyle—marked by chain-smoking, swearing, and an aversion to Victorian norms—only added to her enigmatic persona.Blavatsky's influence extended to contemporary writers and thinkers, including W.B. Yeats, Aldous Huxley, and even the early psychoanalyst Carl Jung. Her revolutionary ideas laid the groundwork for the New Age movement and continue to inspire those seeking alternative spiritual paths. In an era of rapid scientific advancement and religious skepticism, Blavatsky's work remains a testament to the enduring human quest for deeper meaning and universal truth.
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