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Hermetic Philosophy

The Kybalion

Originally published in 1908 by unnamed authors calling themselves the "Three Initiates" and published by the Yogi Publication Society in Chicago, Illinois, The Kybalion is a widely read and influential study of the principles of Hermeticism. The philosophy of Hermeticism is based upon the teachings of the ancient Greek author and philosopher Hermes Trismegistus and posits that all life and truth flow from a single, universal creator. This universal creator then gave knowledge of universal truths to man and through a study of these truths of the physical world, great feats of science can be achieved and humans can reach their full potential. These truths have meaning to both the material world in its grandest sense and to the inner consciousness of each individual person. It is only by understanding the truth of the cosmos that a person can understand their own true self. The book is arranged around seven principles, which are the Principles of Mentalism, Correspondence, Vibration, Polarity, Rhythm, Cause and Effect, and Gender. The seven principles are then examined in depth in their own individual chapters. This enduring occult classic has introduced countless readers to the magical and mystical teachings of Hermeticism.

Jeremy P. Tarcher

Who wrote this mysterious guide to the principles of esoteric psychology and worldly success? History has kept readers guessing . . . and now, for the first time, seekers everywhere can discover a widely available edition of a guidebook that has been an underground classic for generations. Here are the teachings of the legendary sage Hermes Trismegistus, reinterpreted for the modern reader. Rumored to be an ancient Egyptian man-god who fathered astrology, alchemy, and other magical arts, the figure of Hermes has fascinated readers of occult literature for generations. Writers in late antiquity named Hermes Trismegistus as the author of their own esoteric teachings, building the mystery of his lineage. Since 1908, "The Kybalion"?written at the hand of the unnamed ?Three Initiates has itself generated debate and controversy. Who is behind it? Do its ideas really arise from the secrets of a distant era? And, most important, do they work for the modern seeker? In this concise, engaging guide, the pseudonymous author breaks down Hermetic doctrine into seven compelling principles, and then provides practical methods for how to apply them for self-development in daily life. Here is the definitive edition of a classic of esoteric psychology, now available to readers everywhere.

A Study of the Hermetic Philosophy of Ancient Egypt and Greece

"Kybalion: A Study of the Hermetic Philosophy of Ancient Egypt and Greece" is an examination of basic Hermetic teachings. It includes the following chapters: An Introduction, Hermetic Philosophy, Seven Hermetic Principles, Mental Transmutation, The All, The Mental Universe, The Divine Paradox, "The All" in All, Planes of Correspondence, Vibration, Polarity, Rhythm, Causation, Chapter XIII. Gender, Mental Gender, and Hermetic Axioms.

A Study of the Hermetic Philosophy of Ancient Egypt And Greece

Kybalion

An occult classic Since its first publication in 1908, The Kybalion, Hermetic Philosophy by Three Initiates, has been in constant demand by students and investigators of the Secret Doctrines. It is a modern addition to the body of work devoted to Hermes Trismegistus, an icon of ancient teachings that reveal the path to self transformation. In this revised edition, we have corrected many editorial issues inherent within the original text, creating a clearer presentation of the book's message: The Seven Hermetic Principles, or axioms: Principle of Mentalism Principle of Correspondence Principle of Vibration Principle of Polarity Principle of Rhythm Principle of Cause and Effect Principle of Gender These principles complement other Hermetic teachings and provide a foundation for your own spiritual awakening. As the book states, "The lips of wisdom are closed, except to the ears of understanding."

The Kybalion - Hermetic Philosophy - Revised and Updated Edition

William Walker Atkinson

Philip Deslippe

The definitive edition of the most widely read occult book of the past century-now published with a groundbreaking introduction that establishes its true authorship and history. This volume also features a previously unpublished work by the original author. It is one of the most mysterious and hotly debated esoteric works ever written-and without question the most popular and influential volume of arcane philosophy of the twentieth century: The Kybalion. Reputedly based on the ancient Greek-Egyptian wisdom, The Kybalion has been credited only to the cryptic 'Three Initiates' since its first appearance in 1908. Readers have long debated the identity of the Three Initiates, along with the nature of the Hermetic mystery teachings from which the book is believed to be derived. The Kybalion: The Definitive Edition presents the first full- scale analysis of this work of practical occult wisdom. In an engaging introduction, religious scholar Philip Deslippe authoritatively surveys book's context, history, and far reaching influence (including its legacy as a source of spiritual insight to communities ranging from New Thought to Black Nationalism), Deslippe further provides a biographical sketch of its elusive and influential author, the New Thought pioneer William Walker Atkinson. This special edition features both the original text of The Kybalion and the first-ever publication of Atkinson's previously unknown post-Kybalion work: The Seven Cosmic Laws. As valuable to newcomers as it is to longtime readers who crave more knowledge about Atkinson and his work, The Kybalion: The Definitive Edition illuminates the strange and significant history of this long-cherished work.

Here is the flagship edition of the most popular occult work of the past century, now published with a groundbreaking historical introduction that establishes its authentic authorship and a "lost" bonus work by the original author. It is one of the most mysterious and hotly debated occult works ever written-and without question the most popular and widely influential book of arcane philosophy of the twentieth century: The Kybalion has been credited only to the cryptic "Three Initiates" since its first appearance in 1908. Debate rages over the identity of the Three Initiates, the origin of the book's mysterious title and insights, and the nature of the Hermetic teachings on which it is thought to be based. Now the veil is parted. The Kybalion: The Definitive Edition presents the first full- scale analysis of this work of practical occult wisdom. It features the complete text of The Kybalion and the first-ever publication of Atkinson's previously unknown post-Kybalion work: The Seven Cosmic Laws. In an engaging introduction to this unique volume, religious scholar Philip Deslippe surveys the work's context, history, and impact (including as a source of spiritual insight to communities ranging from New Thought to Black Nationalism), and provides a biographical sketch of its elusive author, the New Thought pioneer William Walker Atkinson. As valuable to new fans as it is to longtime readers who crave more knowledge about Atkinson and his work, The Kybalion: The Definitive Edition illuminates the remarkable history of this long-cherished text.

The Definitive Edition

The Kybalion: A Study of the Hermetic Philosophy of Ancient Egypt and Greece - Three Initiates - The purpose of this work is not the enunciation of any special philosophy or doctrine, but rather is to give to the students a statement of the Truth that will serve to reconcile the many bits of occult knowledge that they may have acquired, but which are apparently opposed to each other and which often serve to discourage and disgust the beginner in the study. Our intent is not to erect a new Temple of Knowledge, but rather to place in the hands of the student a Master-Key with which he may open the many inner doors in the Temple of Mystery through the main portals he has already entered. - From the land of the Ganges many advanced occultists wandered to the land of Egypt, and sat at the feet of the Master. From him they obtained the Master-Key which explained and reconciled their divergent views, and thus the Secret Doctrine was firmly established. - In this little work we have endeavored to give you an idea of the fundamental teachings of The Kybalion, striving to give you the working Principles, leaving you to apply therm yourselves, rather than attempting to work out the teaching in detail. If you are a true student, you will be able to work out and apply these Principles. - It is speculated that The Kybalion was authored by William Walker Atkinson, either alone or with others.

A Study Of The Hermetic Philosophy Of Ancient Egypt And Greece

Who wrote this mysterious guide to esoteric psychology and wordly success? History has kept us guessing. Discover for yourself an occult classic that has introgued and enlightened seekers for generations. Here are the teachings of the legendary sage Hermes Trismegistus, reinterpreted for the modern person. Said to be an ancient Egyptian man-god who fathered astrology. alchemy, and other magical arts, the mythical figure of Hermes has fascinated readers of occult literature for centuries. Magicians and gnostics in late antiquity identified Hermes Trismegistus as the author of many esoteric teachings, building the mysteru of his lineage. Since 1908, The Kybalion--written by the hand of "Three Initiates"--has itself generated debate and controversy. Who is behind it? Do its ideas really arise from the secrets of a faraway era? And, most important, do they work for the contemporary seeker? In this concise, engaging guide, the Three Initiates assemble Hermetic doctrine into seven compelling principles, and provide practical methods for applying these ideas for self-development in everyday life. Fully redesigned and reset for ease of reading, this is the definitive text of an esoteric classic.

It is said that the KYBALION always appears at exactly the right time in the reader's life. Welcome to that time! The KYBALION is a mysterious volume of great wisdom written by three Initiates and was first published in English by the Yogi Publication Society of Chicago USA in 1908. The most familiar edition is a plain volume bound with blue cloth and stamped with gold. But what is it? The KYBALION is an initiation into a mystical tradition that has survived through the ages from Antiquity to the Present Day, existing just outside the perception of most people. The core of the KYBALION is a series of aphorisms that go back to earliest times and were passed down from master to student for millennia, the exact significance and meaning being closely guarded until the publication of this book. The KYBALION is organised according to seven basic principles, which serve to form the basis of all Hermetic philosophy: 1. Mentalism. "The All is Mind; the Universe is mental." 2. Correspondence. "As above, so below; as below, so above." 3. Vibration. "Nothing rests; everything moves; everything vibrates." 4. Polarity. "Everything is Dual; everything has poles; everything has its pair of opposites." 5. Rhythm. "Everything flows, out and in; everything has its tides; all things rise and fall." 6. Cause and Effect. "Every Cause has its Effect; every Effect has its Cause; everything happens according to Law." 7. Gender. "Gender is in everything; everything has its Masculine and Feminine Principles; Gender manifests on all planes." Sound familiar? It should. The KYBALION forms the philosophical basis of all knowledge. If you have heard of that modern concept known as "The LAW OF ATTRACTION", then you have seen but a mere fraction of the potential of the ancient wisdom to be found within the KYBALION.

We take great pleasure in presenting to the attention of students and investigators of the Secret Doctrines this little work based upon the world-old Hermetic Teachings. There has been so little written upon this subject, notwithstanding the countless references to the Teachings in the many works upon occultism, that the many earnest searchers after the Arcane Truths will doubtless welcome the appearance of this present volume. The purpose of this work is not the enunciation of any special philosophy or doctrine, but rather is to give to the students a statement of the Truth that will serve to reconcile the many bits of occult knowledge that they may have acquired, but which are apparently opposed to each other and which often serve to discourage and disgust the beginner in the study. Our intent is not to erect a new Temple of Knowledge, but rather to place in the hands of the student a Master-Key with which he may open the many inner doors in the Temple of Mystery through the main portals he has already entered.

Excerpt from The Kybalion a Study of the Hermetic Philosophy of Ancient Egypt and Greece We take great pleasure in presenting to the attention of students and investigators of the Secret Doctrines this little work based upon the world-old Hermetic Teachings. There has been so little written upon this subject, notwithstanding the countless references to the Teachings in the many works upon occultism, that the many earnest searchers after the Arcane Truths will doubtless welcome the appearance of the present volume. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

The Kybalion a Study of the Hermetic Philosophy of Ancient Egypt and Greece (Classic Reprint)

This book on Hermetic Philosophy has had an enduring impact on Occult thought for over 100 years. Spare and concise, it contains a detailed exegesis of 'The Kybalion', a secret text of initiation, setting out the seven universal principles underlying all existence, and giving the 'keys' necessary to achieve mastery of the Hermetic Art.

Hermetic Philosophy and Esotericism (Aziloth Books)

The Kybalion is a book originally published in 1908 by "Three Initiates" (often identified as the New Thought pioneer William Walker Atkinson, 1862–1932) that purports to convey the teachings of Hermes Trismegistus. While it shares with ancient and medieval Hermetic texts a number of traits such as philosophical mentalism, the concept of 'as above, so below', and the idea that everything consists of gendered polar opposites, as a whole it is more indebted to the ideas of modern occultist authors, especially those of the New Thought movement to which Atkinson belonged. A modern Hermetic tract, it has been widely influential in New Age circles since the twentieth century.

Kybalion. Illustrated

2016 Reprint of 1908 Edition. This guide offers a modern interpretation of Hermetic doctrine, distilling its teachings into seven compelling principles that can be applied to self-development in daily life. For centuries, the legendary Egyptian man-god Hermes Trismegistus - regarded as the father of astrology, alchemy, and other magical arts - inspired writers and readers of occult literature. In 1908, the anonymous authors known as "Three Initiates" prepared this concise and engaging edition of the master's teachings. It outlines the Hermetic principles and then examines them in depth, offering direct quotations from the source material, followed by clear explanations. The best introduction to Hermeticism for beginners and adepts alike, this definitive edition of one of esoteric literature's classics explores principles relevant to any religious, spiritual, or magical tradition.

A Study of The Hermetic Philosophy of Ancient Egypt and Greece

Prime Library "The Principles of Truth are Seven; he who knows these, understandingly, possess the Magic Key before whose touch all Doors of the Temple fly open" Written in 1908 by anonymous students of the Hermetic Philosophy, The Kybalion is a mystical guide to a journey of the Self A form of Alchemy, the followers of Hermes believed in the transformation of the Mind by following and mastering seven principles: The Principle of Mentalism The Principle of Correspondence The Principle of Vibration The Principle of Polarity The Principle of Rhythm The Principle of Cause and Effect The Principle of Gender The Kybalion was originally a Book of Hermetic Doctrines, passed on from teacher to student, although the exact significance and meaning to the terms have been lost for several centuries. In this book lies the Seven Principles of Hermetic Alchemy - The Transmutation of one kind of Mental Vibration into another.

Hermetic Philosophy of the Mind

Excerpt from The Kybalion: A Study of the Hermetic Philosophy of Ancient Egypt and Greece We take great pleasure in presenting to the attention of students and investigators of the Secret Doctrines this little Work based upon the world-old Hermetic Teach ings. There has been so little written upon this subject, notwithstanding the countless references to the Teachings in the many works upon occultism, that the many earnest searchers after the Arcane Truths will doubtless welcome the appear ance of the present volume. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

A Study of the Hermetic Philosophy of Ancient Egypt and Greece (Classic Reprint)

The purpose of this work is not the enunciation of any special philosophy or doctrine, but rather is to give to the students a statement of the Truth that will serve to reconcile the many bits of occult knowledge that they may have acquired, but which are apparently opposed to each other and which often serve to discourage and disgust the beginner in the study. Our intent is not to erect a new Temple of Knowledge, but rather to place in the hands of the student a Master-Key with which he may open the many inner doors in the Temple of Mystery through the main portals he has already entered.

Hermetic Philosophy of Ancient Egypt

This concise guide offers a modern interpretation of one of ancient mystical philosophy's greatest treasures. It condenses Hermetic doctrine into seven compelling principles that can be successfully applied to everyday life.

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