Western Esotericism: A Brief History of Secret Knowledge by Kocku von Stuckrad (

Description: Western Esotericism by Kocku von Stuckrad Western Esotericism presents a very broad and engaging history of the people and ideas which have shaped occult history from antiquity to today. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Esotericism is the search for an absolute but hidden knowledge accessed through mystical vision, the mediation of higher beings, or personal experience. In Western cultural history esoteric approaches to religion have often been in conflict with - and suffered at the hands of - more established forms of religious belief and practice. Western Esotericism presents a very broad and engaging history of the people and ideas which have shaped occult history from antiquity to today. Throughout the history of esotericism the dynamic of concealment and revelation has characterized the search for secret knowledge. Pursued both publically and privately, esotericism has come to influence more mainstream religious practice and culture and has significantly shaped our understanding of modernity. Today, esotericism continues to be practised by a range of both established and new religious movements. Western Esotericism presents the essential guide to one of the most fascinating, provocative, and sustained of religious traditions. Author Biography Kocku von Stuckrad is a Professor in the Religious Studies Department at the University of Groningen. Table of Contents Preface I. Introduction: What is Esotericism? II. Esotericism in the Ancient World III. The Kabbalah: Understanding the Hidden in the Revealed IV. The Renaissance: Re-Inventing the Ancient World V. Esotericism in the Confessional Age VI. Esotericism, Enlightenment, Science VII. Institutionalized Esotericism: Secret Societies VIII. Pioneer of Modern Esotericism: The Theosophical Society IX. Esotericism and Modernity Review "Von Stuckrad is one of the most respected figures in the rich and blossoming field of Western esotericism. Impressive in breadth, analysis and clarity, this text is an excellent introduction to Western esotericism and a welcome addition to any undergraduate or graduate syllabus. Highly recommended." - Religious Studies Review "Combines chronological organization with an encyclopaedic richness." - The Journal of Religion "A handy orientation to newcomers to the vast field of esoteric studies - Stuckrad traces the historical reach of Gnosticism, hermeticism, alchemy, Kabbalah, Neoplatonism, Rosicrucians, Freemasonry and Theosophy into the modern world." - Long Description "Von Stuckrad is one of the most respected figures in the rich and blossoming field of Western esotericism. Impressive in breadth, analysis and clarity, this text is an excellent introduction to Western esotericism and a welcome addition to any undergraduate or graduate syllabus. Highly recommended." - Religious Studies Review "Combines chronological organization with an encyclopaedic richness." - The Journal of Religion "A handy orientation to newcomers to the vast field of esoteric studies Stuckrad traces the historical reach of Gnosticism, hermeticism, alchemy, Kabbalah, Neoplatonism, Rosicrucians, Freemasonry and Theosophy into the modern world." - Esotericism is the search for an absolute but hidden knowledge accessed through mystical vision, the mediation of higher beings, or personal experience. In Western cultural history esoteric approaches to religion have often been in conflict with - and suffered at the hands of - more established forms of religious belief and practice. Western Esotericism presents a very broad and engaging history of the people and ideas which have shaped occult history from antiquity to today. Throughout the history of esotericism, the dynamic of concealment and revelation has characterized the search for secret knowledge. Pursued both publically and privately, esotericism has come to influence more mainstream religious practice and culture and has significantly shaped our understanding of modernity. Today, esotericism continues to be practised by a range of both established and new religious movements. Western Esotericism presents the essential guide to one of the most fascinating, provocative, and sustained of religious traditions. Details ISBN1844657477 Language English ISBN-10 1844657477 ISBN-13 9781844657476 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2005 Publication Date 2005-10-31 Series Religion in Culture: Studies in Social Contest and Construct Imprint Acumen Publishing Ltd Subtitle A Brief History of Secret Knowledge Place of Publication Durham Country of Publication United Kingdom Replaces 9781845530341 Edition 2nd Short Title WESTERN ESOTERICISM REV/E 2/E UK Release Date 2005-10-31 AU Release Date 2005-10-31 NZ Release Date 2005-10-31 Author Kocku von Stuckrad Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Edition Description 2nd edition DEWEY 299.93 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education Pages 192 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:135323396;

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