Four Mystery Plays by Rudolf Steiner

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Author Steiner, Rudolf, 1861-1925
Translator Collison, Harry
Translator Gandell, Shirley M. K., 1866-1946
Translator Gladstone, Robert Theodore
LoC No. 20006848
Title Four Mystery Plays
Note Reading ease score: 75.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rudolf_Steiner%27s_Mystery_Dramas
Contents The portal of initiation -- The soul's probation -- The guardian of the threshold -- The soul's awakening.
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Summary "Four Mystery Plays" by Rudolf Steiner is a collection of Christian mystery plays written in the early 20th century. This work consists of four interconnected plays that explore the spiritual journey of individuals as they undergo initiation and psychic development, seeking to awaken true self-awareness and understand the deeper realities of existence. The characters include a diverse array of seekers, such as artists, scientists, and mystics, who engage with complex spiritual themes intertwined with their personal experiences. At the start of the first play, "The Portal of Initiation," the audience is introduced to a character named Sophia and her children, who engage in a song celebrating the beauty of the natural world and the connection to the spiritual realm. The opening scenes consist of dialogues that reflect the tensions between different worldviews regarding art, spirit, and life’s deeper meanings, particularly through the perspectives of Sophia and her friend Estella. As the characters discuss their aspirations and frustrations, the foundation is laid for a profound exploration of the human soul's struggles and spiritual quests, hinting at the dramatic events that will unfold in their interconnected lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Mysteries and miracle-plays
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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