Publisher's Synopsis
""The Secret Doctrine in Israel: A Study of the Zohar and its Connections"" is a book written by Arthur Edward Waite, a prolific author and scholar of the occult and esoteric traditions. The book is a comprehensive study of the Zohar, a mystical text of Jewish Kabbalah, and its connections to other mystical traditions, including Christianity and Hermeticism.Waite's analysis of the Zohar focuses on its central themes and concepts, including the nature of God, the creation of the universe, the nature of the soul, and the role of the Messiah. He also explores the historical and cultural context in which the Zohar was written, and the influence of earlier mystical traditions on its development.Throughout the book, Waite draws connections between the Zohar and other mystical texts and traditions, including the works of Christian mystics such as Meister Eckhart and the Hermetic tradition of ancient Egypt. He argues that the Zohar represents a universal mystical tradition that transcends religious boundaries and speaks to the deepest truths of human experience.Overall, ""The Secret Doctrine in Israel"" is a fascinating exploration of one of the most important mystical texts of the Jewish tradition, and its connections to other mystical traditions throughout history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of mysticism and the esoteric traditions of the Western world.Contents: Early Students of Kabalism; Hidden Church of Israel; Majesty of God in Kabalism; Doctrine of Cosmology; Myth of the Earthly Paradise; Serpent, Son of the Morning, and Fall of the Angels; Fall of Man; Legend of the Deluge; Covenant with Abraham; Of Moses, the Master of the Law; Temples in Jerusalem; Coming of Messiah; Soul in Kabalism Doctrine Concerning Sheol; Concerning Resurrection; Mystery of Shekinah; Mystery of Sex; Occult Sciences; Developments of Later Kabalism; Alleged Christian Elements; Conclusion on Jewish 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.
