The Shrine of Wisdom Winter Solstice 1923 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417950485)

The Shrine of Wisdom Winter Solstice 1923 is a book written by various authors. It is a collection of philosophical and spiritual essays that delve into the deeper meanings of life and the universe. The book is centered around the Winter Solstice, which is a time of reflection and renewal in many cultures. The authors explore topics such as the nature of consciousness, the role of symbolism in spiritual practices, and the importance of living a virtuous life. The essays are written in a poetic and lyrical style, and are designed to inspire readers to think deeply about their own lives and the world around them. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in exploring the mysteries of the universe and the human experience.1923. The Shrine of Wisdom was a quarterly publication devoted to the study of Ideal Philosophy and pure Religious Mysticism. Its stated Objectives were: 1) To be instrumental in aiding the human Soul in the quest for union with God, as the Good, the True and the Beautiful; 2) To contribute towards the synthesis and unification of the wisdom of the ages as revealed in the philosophy, religion, and mysticism of the great known Teachers of mankind; and 3) To enshrine such aspects of this wisdom as are calculated to elevate, enrich, and expand the human consciousness. Contents of this volume include: The Simple Way of Lao Tsze; Mystics at Prayer; Word Symbolism; The Labors of Hercules-2. The Cretan Bull; Seed Thoughts; A Symposium on Plato; and a Philosophical Glossary. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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: Various Authors
ISBN-10: 141795048X
ISBN-13: 9781417950485
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/20/2004
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.18lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.12d