The Egyptian Mysteries And The Personal Demon (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162811871)

The Egyptian Mysteries And The Personal Demon is a book written by Iamblichos, a philosopher and mystic who lived in the 3rd century AD. The book is a collection of writings on the ancient Egyptian religion and its mysteries, as well as on the concept of the personal demon or daimon.In the first part of the book, Iamblichos explores the Egyptian mysteries, which were a series of rituals and practices designed to help individuals achieve spiritual enlightenment and union with the divine. He discusses the various gods and goddesses worshipped in Egypt, as well as the rituals and ceremonies associated with them.The second part of the book focuses on the personal demon, which was believed to be a spiritual entity that guided and protected individuals throughout their lives. Iamblichos discusses the nature of the personal demon, how it can be contacted and communicated with, and how it can be used to achieve spiritual growth and enlightenment.Throughout the book, Iamblichos draws on his own experiences as a mystic and philosopher, as well as on the teachings of other ancient philosophers and mystics. The Egyptian Mysteries And The Personal Demon is a fascinating exploration of ancient Egyptian religion and philosophy, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in spirituality and mysticism.THIS 16 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Theurgia or the Egyptian Mysteries, by Iamblichos . To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076610088X.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Iamblichos,Alexander Wilder
ISBN-10: 1162811870
ISBN-13: 9781162811871
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 18
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.11lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.04d