The Key to Theosophy by H. P. Blavatsky
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About this eBook
| Author | Blavatsky, H. P. (Helena Petrovna), 1831-1891 |
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| Title |
The Key to Theosophy Being a Clear Exposition, in the Form of Question and Answer, of the Ethics, Science and Philosophy for the Study of Which the Theosophical Society Has Been Founded |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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Produced by David Edwards, Paul Marshall and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.) |
| Summary | "The Key to Theosophy" by H. P. Blavatsky is an exposition that presents the teachings of Theosophy through a structured question-and-answer format. Written in the late 19th century, this work aims to clarify the ethical, scientific, and philosophical principles underlying the Theosophical Society. It serves not just as an introduction but as a key to understanding deeper aspects of Theosophy, addressing common queries from skeptical Western inquirers and distinguishing Theosophy from other spiritual ideologies. At the start of "The Key to Theosophy," the author introduces the concept of Theosophy, asserting it is synonymous with Divine Wisdom rather than a conventional religion. The opening dialogue emphasizes the Society's aims: to unite humanity under the common principle of brotherhood and to explore ancient truths that have shaped human thought. The initial sections outline the significance of Theosophy, refute misconceptions linking it to Buddhism or materialism, and establish it as a universal philosophy that transcends individual sects and cultures. This approach sets the foundation for a more profound exploration of spiritual concepts and the shared ethics found in various belief systems. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BP: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Islam, Bahaism, Theosophy, Other and new beliefs |
| Subject | Theosophy |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55618 |
| Release Date | Sep 24, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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