Publisher's Synopsis
The Hidden Church of the Holy Graal is a book written by Arthur Edward Waite that explores the history and mythology surrounding the Holy Grail. The book delves into the origins of the Grail legend and its significance in various cultures, including Christianity and medieval literature. Waite also provides an interpretation of the Grail as a symbol of spiritual enlightenment and the quest for inner knowledge. He argues that the true meaning of the Grail has been obscured by centuries of myth and legend, and that there is a hidden church of Grail seekers who continue to search for its true significance. The book is written in a scholarly style and includes extensive references to historical and literary sources, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Grail legend or the esoteric traditions of Christianity.1909. It's Legends and Symbolism. Considered in their Affinity with Certain Mysteries of Initiation and other Traces of a Secret Tradition in Christian Times. Contents: Roots of the House of Meaning; Mysteries of the Holy Graal in Manifestation and Removal; Early Epochs of the Quest; Lesser Chronicles of the Holy Graal; Grater Chronicles of the Holy Graal; German Cycle of the Holy Graal; Holy Graal in the Light of the Cletic Church; Mystic Aspects of the Graal Legene; secret Tradition in Christian Times; Secret Church; Bibliography of the Holy Graal.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.