The Path of Rectitude: Ye Samian Y: Symbols of the Occult: The Secrets of the Pythagorean Y and the Crossroads of Hercules - Philosophy and Occultism (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9786319113617)

Faithful Reprint of The Path of Rectitude or Ye Samian Y, written by S. C. Gould and published in 1889. Illustrated Edition, with appendix, artwork, and much more.

An essential work for understanding the wisdom of hidden symbols and the secrets of the philosophical and moral teachings of the Pythagorean tradition.

The Pythagorean Y (or as the author calls it, the Samian Y) is an ancient symbol that has transcended centuries, influencing philosophy, art, religion, and esotericism.

In The Path of Rectitude, Gould introduces us to the symbol used by Pythagoras to represent the duality of existence and the eternal choice between the path of virtue and the path of vice-a moral dilemma present throughout history in multiple spiritual and philosophical traditions.

It is also represented as the allegory of Hercules' Crossroads, a concept found in classical Greek mythology, Christianity, and occultism as a dual representation of free will and destiny.

According to ancient Pythagorean and occult traditions, the Y symbolizes the philosophical representation of destiny and human choices. A mystical and spiritual symbol present in Freemasonry, Kabbalah, and other religious and philosophical traditions. A reminder for initiates, representing secret knowledge and the power of discernment in decision-making.

Through this symbol, Pythagoras taught his disciples that life is a path where each individual must choose between good and evil, ignorance and wisdom, vice and virtue, sacrifice or complacency.

Present in various esoteric, philosophical, and spiritual doctrines, the Samian Y is a symbol of transformation, learning, and spiritual ascent. A hidden symbol that represents the essence of a spiritual, philosophical, and moral dilemma.

Some of the topics covered in this book on occultism:

✅ The Pythagorean Y as a symbol and the allegory of Hercules.
✅ The Golden Bough and The Golden Rule.
✅ The Ordinances of Y, The Oath of Pythagoras.
✅ Golden Sayings of Democritus and The Golden Law of Zaleucus.
✅ From the "Key of Solomon" of King Solomon.
✅ The legend of Enoch, the legend of Seth, the legends of Adam.
✅ The Book of Raphael and Adam's epitaph.
✅ Includes illustrations, artwork, and an appendix with incredible additional material!

A book that reveals the history, secrets, and wisdom of one of the hidden symbols of Pythagorean philosophy!

An essential book for scholars of Pythagorean philosophy and esoteric symbolism, as well as those interested in occultism, Freemasonry, and Kabbalah. A fundamental work on hidden symbols in history, art, philosophy, and religion.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Sylvester Clark Gould (1840-1909) was a prominent editor, author, and researcher in mystical and esoteric topics. A member of the Freemasons and the Rosicrucians, his works have been fundamental to the study of occultism, symbols, and the Western esoteric tradition.

A BOOK ABOUT THE SYMBOLS OF PYTHAGORAS AND THE ALLEGORY OF HERCULES' CROSSROADS

In this work, S. C. Gould, through the Pythagorean Y, invites us to reflect on free will, destiny, and the choices that shape our lives. Discover the secrets of one of the hidden symbols and the teachings of the allegory of Hercules' choice!