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Title:
Studies in Occultism; A Series of Reprints from the Writings of H. P. Blavatsky
No. 1: Practical Occultism—Occultism versus the Occult
Arts—The Blessings of Publicity
Note: Reading ease score: 57.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "Studies in Occultism; A Series of Reprints from the Writings of H. P. Blavatsky" by H.P. Blavatsky is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. This book delves into the foundational concepts and practices of occultism and theosophy, distinguishing between true spiritual knowledge and superficial magical practices. It serves as a guide for those interested in the deeper aspects of occultism as well as the ethical implications surrounding its study and practice. The book is structured as a series of essays that tackle various topics related to occultism, such as "Practical Occultism," "Occultism versus the Occult Arts," and "The Blessings of Publicity." Blavatsky articulates the distinctions between true occultism—focused on spiritual growth and altruism—and practices perceived as black magic or sorcery. She emphasizes the necessity of self-control, moral integrity, and preparation before pursuing occult knowledge, ultimately insisting that true wisdom comes from selflessness and a deep connection to humanity rather than from the pursuit of personal power. The text serves as both an introduction to the principles of Theosophy and a cautionary tale about the potential pitfalls of misusing occult knowledge. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Blavatsky, H. P. (Helena Petrovna), 1831-1891
EBook No.: 17009
Published: Nov 5, 2005
Downloads: 257
Language: English
Subject: Occultism
Subject: Theosophy
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Studies in Occultism; A Series of Reprints from the Writings of H. P. Blavatsky
No. 1: Practical Occultism—Occultism versus the Occult
Arts—The Blessings of Publicity
Note: Reading ease score: 57.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Stacy Brown Thellend, Suzanne Shell and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Studies in Occultism; A Series of Reprints from the Writings of H. P. Blavatsky" by H.P. Blavatsky is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. This book delves into the foundational concepts and practices of occultism and theosophy, distinguishing between true spiritual knowledge and superficial magical practices. It serves as a guide for those interested in the deeper aspects of occultism as well as the ethical implications surrounding its study and practice. The book is structured as a series of essays that tackle various topics related to occultism, such as "Practical Occultism," "Occultism versus the Occult Arts," and "The Blessings of Publicity." Blavatsky articulates the distinctions between true occultism—focused on spiritual growth and altruism—and practices perceived as black magic or sorcery. She emphasizes the necessity of self-control, moral integrity, and preparation before pursuing occult knowledge, ultimately insisting that true wisdom comes from selflessness and a deep connection to humanity rather than from the pursuit of personal power. The text serves as both an introduction to the principles of Theosophy and a cautionary tale about the potential pitfalls of misusing occult knowledge. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Blavatsky, H. P. (Helena Petrovna), 1831-1891
EBook No.: 17009
Published: Nov 5, 2005
Downloads: 257
Language: English
Subject: Occultism
Subject: Theosophy
LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.