| Author |
Besant, Annie, 1847-1933 |
| Title |
London Lectures of 1907
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 53.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"London Lectures of 1907" by Annie Besant is a collection of public lectures delivered in London, likely in the early 20th century. The lectures explore significant themes of Theosophy, including the distinctions between psychism and spirituality, the role of spiritual Masters in religions, and the universal wisdom offered by Theosophy. It sets forth a discussion on the nature of consciousness and spirituality, examining how these concepts intersect with human experience and beliefs. At the start of this work, Besant introduces the foundational concepts of psychism and spirituality, aiming to clarify their meanings to avoid confusion in common discourse. She emphasizes the importance of understanding these terms correctly to guide one's personal spiritual development. Additionally, she outlines the relationship between the development of psychic powers and the spiritual path, noting that genuine spiritual progress requires discipline and self-control. Through her lectures, Besant seeks to empower individuals with knowledge about the Theosophical Society and its mission, encouraging them to explore spirituality and self-realization amidst the complexities of modern thought. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BP: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Islam, Bahaism, Theosophy, Other and new beliefs
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| Subject |
Religions
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| Subject |
Theosophy
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
20800 |
| Release Date |
Mar 12, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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