The secret teachings of all ages : an encyclopedic outline of Masonic, Hermetic, Qabbalistic, and Rosicrucian symbolical philosophy : being an interpretation of the secret teachings concealed within the rituals, allegories, and mysteries of the ages

The Secret Teachings of All Ages (Reader's Edition) by Manly P. Hall [BOOK] 747 pages PAPERBACK READERS EDITION 2003 * from: HIBISCUS EXPRESS, http://www.amazon.com/shops/AXD9LOVGJXES3 * A classic since 1928, this masterly encyclopedia of ancient mythology, ritual, symbolism, and the arcane mysteries of the ages is available for the first time in a compact "reader's edition." - Like no other book of the twentieth century, Manly P. Hall's legendary The Secret Teachings of All Ages is a codex to the ancient occult and... more » esoteric traditions of the world. Students of hidden wisdom, ancient symbols, and arcane practices treasure Hall's magnum opus above all other works. While many thousands of copies have sold since its initial publication in 1928, The Secret Teachings of All Ages has previously been available only in oversized, expensive editions. For the first time, Hall's celebrated classic is now published in an affordable trade paperback volume. Literally hundreds of entries shine a rare light on some of the most fascinating and closely held aspects of myth, religion, and philosophy from throughout the centuries. More than one hundred line drawings and a sixteen-page color insert reproduce some of the finest illustrations of the original book, while reset and reformatted text makes this edition of The Secret Teachings of All Ages newly accessible to readers everywhere.

complete In Itself, This Volume Originated As A Commentary And Expansion Of Manly P. Hall's Masterpiece Of Symbolic Philosophy, the Secret Teachings Of All Ages.

in lectures On Ancient Philosophy, Manly P. Hall Expands On The Philosophical, Metaphysical, And Cosmological Themes Introduced In His Classic Work, the Secret Teachings Of All Ages. Hall Wrote This Volume As A Reader's Companion To His Earlier Work, Intending It For Those Wishing To Delve More Deeply Into The Esoteric Philosophies And Ideas That Undergird The Secret Teachings. Particular Attention Is Paid To Neoplatonism, Ancient Christianity, Rosicrucian And Freemasonic Traditions, Ancient Mysteries, Pagan Rites And Symbols, And Pythagorean Mathematics.

first Published In 1929-the Year After The Publication Of Hall's Magnum Opus-this Edition Includes The Author's Original Subject Index, Twenty Diagrams Prepared Under His Supervision For The Volume, And His 1984 Preface, Which Puts The Book In Context For The Contemporary Reader.

In Lectures on Ancient Philosophy, Manly P. Hall expands on the philosophical, metaphysical, and cosmological themes introduced in his classic work, The Secret Teachings of All Ages. Hall wrote this volume as a reader's companion to his earlier work, intending it for those wishing to delve more deeply into the esoteric philosophies and ideas that undergird the Secret Teachings. Particular attention is paid to Neoplatonism; ancient Christianity; Rosicrucian and Freemasonic traditions; ancient mysteries; pagan rites and symbols; and Pythagorean mathematics.First published in 1929-the year after the publication of Hall's magnum opus-this edition includes the author's original subject index, twenty diagrams prepared under his supervision for the volume, and Hall's 1984 preface to frame the book for the contemporary reader. "The Secret Teachings of All Ages" by Manly P. Hall is a comprehensive encyclopedia of esoteric knowledge, first published in 1928. It explores ancient mythology, occult traditions, and philosophical systems, covering topics such as Rosicrucianism, Freemasonry, alchemy, Kabbalah, Tarot, pyramids, and Pythagorean philosophy. The book distills complex arcane subjects into an accessible yet scholarly format, featuring over 200 illustrations. Hall presents it as a codex to the hidden wisdom of the ages, revealing a unifying spiritual truth beneath diverse belief systems. Review "'Man is a god in the making' Manly P. Hall" About the Author Manly P. Hall (1901-1990), a teacher steeped in the wisdom of antiquity, was one of the leading esoteric scholars of the 20th century. In 1934 he founded the Philosophical Research Society (www.prs.org) in Los Angeles, which continues to publish his many works and pursue his educational mission through the University of Philosophical Research (www.uprs.edu). Dealing with the ancient occult and esoteric traditions of the world, this work contains many entries that talk about the most fascinating and closely held secrets of myth, religion, and philosophy since ancient times. The subjects range from Islam and the Druids, to Pythagoras, Kabbalah and alchemy, to the crucifixion of Christ An encyclopedia of ancient mythology, ritual, and symbolism relevant to ancient occult beliefs and the esoteric traditions of the world throughout history TO define adequately the nature of the Absolute is impossible, for it is everything in its eternal, undivided, and unconditioned state.