Esoteric Christianity, or The Lesser Mysteries by Annie Besant
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| Author | Besant, Annie, 1847-1933 |
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| Title | Esoteric Christianity, or The Lesser Mysteries |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Esoteric Christianity, or The Lesser Mysteries" by Annie Besant is a scholarly examination of the hidden aspects of Christian teachings, written in the early 20th century. The work delves into concepts of the Gnosis and the Mysteries within Christianity, asserting that many profound truths have been overlooked or simplified for mass consumption. The author aims to explore the complexity of these esoteric teachings, suggesting they were once integral to early Christian beliefs but have faded over time. The opening of this work presents an overview of the necessity for religions, including Christianity, to have a hidden side that caters to varying levels of human understanding and spiritual evolution. Besant emphasizes the importance of esoteric knowledge, arguing that true spiritual teachings can only be fully grasped by those prepared for them. Drawing from historical references and early Christian writings, she begins to outline the existence of these hidden teachings in Christianity, laying the groundwork for a more in-depth exploration of the subject in subsequent chapters. This sets a tone of inquiry into the depth and complexity of faith, suggesting that a restoration of this esoteric knowledge is essential for a deeper understanding of Christian tenets. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BP: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Islam, Bahaism, Theosophy, Other and new beliefs |
| Subject | Mysticism |
| Subject | Theosophy |
| Subject | Christianity -- Miscellanea |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 26938 |
| Release Date | Oct 16, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 198 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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