Publisher's Synopsis
Occult Sciences: A Compendium of Transcendental Doctrine and Experiment is a book written by Arthur Edward Waite, a renowned occultist and author. The book delves into the world of occultism and explores various transcendental doctrines and experiments that have been practiced throughout history. The book is divided into three parts. The first part discusses the history and origins of occultism, including the ancient wisdom of Egypt, the Kabbalah, and the Hermetic tradition. The second part focuses on the practice of occultism, including divination, magic, and alchemy. The final part explores the spiritual aspects of occultism, including the concept of the soul, reincarnation, and the afterlife.Throughout the book, Waite provides detailed explanations of various occult practices and doctrines, as well as their historical context and significance. He also includes practical exercises and experiments for readers to try, as well as illustrations and diagrams to aid in understanding.Overall, Occult Sciences: A Compendium of Transcendental Doctrine and Experiment is a comprehensive guide to the world of occultism, offering both theoretical knowledge and practical advice for those interested in exploring this fascinating and mysterious realm.Embracing an Account of Magical Practices; or Secret Sciences in Connection with Magic; of the Professors of Magical Arts; and of Modern Spiritualism, Mesmerism and Theosophy. �������The subject of occultism has been very fully dealt with during recent years by various students of eminence. It has remained for the results of their studies to be condensed into a portable volume, which shall conduct the inquirer into the vestibule of each branch of �������the occult sciences, ' and place within his reach the proper means of prosecuting his researches further in any desired direction.������� Contents: Magical Practices; White Magic: The Evocation of Angels; White Magic Evocation of Spirits; Black Magic; Necromancy; Secret Sciences in Connection with Magic; Alchemy; Elixir of Life; Crystallomancy; Composition of Talismans; Divination; Divining Rod; Astrology; Kabbalism;; Professors of Magical Art; Mystics; Rosicrucians; Freemasons; Modern Phenomena; Mesmerism; Modern Spiritualism; Theosophy.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.
