Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Lectures on Ancient Philosophy and Introduction to the Study and Application of Rational Procedure"" by Manly P. Hall is a comprehensive guide to ancient philosophy and rational thinking. The author delves into the teachings of ancient philosophers such as Plato, Aristotle, and Pythagoras, providing readers with a thorough understanding of their ideas and beliefs.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on ancient philosophy and covers topics such as metaphysics, ethics, and epistemology. The author provides a detailed analysis of the teachings of the ancient philosophers and how they relate to modern-day thinking.The second part of the book is an introduction to the study and application of rational procedure. The author provides readers with a step-by-step guide to rational thinking and problem-solving. He discusses the importance of critical thinking and provides practical examples of how to apply rational procedure in everyday life.Overall, ""Lectures on Ancient Philosophy and Introduction to the Study and Application of Rational Procedure"" is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient philosophy and rational thinking. The book is well-written and easy to understand, making it accessible to readers of all levels.1929. Illustrated with diagrams by Howard W. Wookey. Hall, the American philosopher, in over a period of 20 years of dynamic public activity, has steadfastly sought recognition of the belief that world civilization can only be perfected when human beings meet on a common ground of intelligence, cooperation and worthy purpose. Contents: The Nature of the Absolute; God, the Divine Foundation; Illumined Mind, the Universal Savior; The Inferior Creation and its Regent; The Annihilation of the Sense of Diversity; The Disciplines of Salvation; The Doctrine of Redemption Through Grace; The Mission of Aesthetics; The Cycle of Necessity; Pagan Theogony and Cosmogony; Mathematics, the Master Science; Demigods and Supermen; Emerson's Concept of the Oversoul; Exoteric and Esoteric Knowledge; Symbolism, the Universal Language; Ancient Mystery Rituals; A Philosophic Consideration of Man; The Ladder of the Gods; Rosicrucian and Masonic Origins; and The Goal of Philosophy. 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.
