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Enriched edition. Complete Collectanea Hermetica, Suicide, The Isiac TabletBy William Wynn Westcott

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William Wynn Westcott: Premium Collection compiles the diverse works of a prominent figure in the late 19th and early 20th century occultism and esoteric scholarship. This collection includes meticulously crafted texts that explore topics ranging from ancient mysteries and Kabbalistic teachings to the foundational principles of ceremonial magic. Westcott's literary style embodies a blend of didactic prose and intricate symbolism, often drawing on historical contexts that illuminate the interplay between science, philosophy, and mystical traditions. As a key member of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, his writings reflect both personal insights and the collective ethos of the esoteric societies of his time, offering readers a glimpse into the spiritual paradigms of the era. William Wynn Westcott (1848-1925), a physician and spiritualist, became enamored with the mystical traditions early in his life. His deep understanding of metaphysics and his engagement with philosophical texts shaped his writings, revealing an intellect that straddled both empirical science and mystical exploration. Westcott's dedication to the preservation and dissemination of ancient wisdom inspired him to compile and present complex ideas in an accessible format, making profound knowledge available to a broader audience. This collection is highly recommended for scholars, practitioners of the esoteric arts, and anyone seeking to delve into the transformative power of mysticism. Through Westcott's insightful lens, readers can embark on a voyage through the intricate tapestry of occult knowledge, making it an essential addition to any serious bibliophile's library. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes. - The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists. - A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing. - A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings. - Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life. - Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance. - Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

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GenreSpirituality and Religion

Length27 hrs 10 mins

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Publish dateDec 21, 2023

LanguageEnglish

1Introduction

703½. Three and a Half

2Introduction

714. Tetrad

3Synopsis (Selection)

725. Pentad

4Historical Context

736. Hexad

5Hermetic Arcanum

747. Heptad

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6Preface to the “Collectanea Hermetica”

758. Ogdoad

7Preface to the “Arcanum.”

769. Ennead

8The Hermetic Arcanum

7710. Decad

9The Practice of the Sulphur

7811. Eleven

10The Times of the Stone.

7912. Twelve

11The Divine Pymander

8013. Thirteen

12HERMES TRISMEGISTUS

81Some Hindoo Uses of Numbers

13The Second Book called “Poemander&quot;

82Other Higher Numbers

14The Third Book called &quot;The Holy Sermon”

83Numbers of the Apocalypse

15The Fourth Book called &quot;The Key”

84The Magical Ritual of the Sanctum Regnum

16The Fifth Book Called &quot;That God is not Manifest and yet most Manifest”

85I. The Magician—Le Bateleur

17The Sixth Book Called &quot;That in God alone is Good”

86II. The Priestess—La Papesse

18The Seventh Book His Secret Sermon in the Mount Of Regeneration, and the Profession of Silence

87III. The Empress—L&#x27;imperatrice

19The Eighth Book That The Greatest Evil In Man, Is The Not Knowing God

88IV. The Emperor—L&#x27;empereur

20The Ninth Book A Universal Sermon to Asclepius

89V. The Pope, or Hierophant—Le Pape

21The Tenth Book The Mind to Hermes

90VI. The Lovers — L&#x27;amoureux

22The Eleventh Book Of the Common Mind to Tat

91VII. The Chariot of Hermes—Le Chariot

23The Twelfth Book His Crater or Monas

92VIII. Justice—La Justice

24The Thirteenth Book Of Sense and Understanding

93IX. The Hermit—L&#x27;ermite

25The Fourteenth Book Of Operation and Sense

94X. The Wheel of Fortune — La Roue De Fortune

26The Fifteenth Book Of Truth to His Son Tat

95XI. Fortitude—strength—La Force

27The Sixteenth Book That None of the Things that are, can Perish

96XII. The Hanged Man—Le Pendu

28The Seventeenth Book To Asclepius, to be Truly Wise

97XIII. Death—La Mort

29The Hermetic Art

98XIV. Temperance—La Temperance

30Aesch Mezareph

99XV. Satan — the Devil—Le Diable

31CHAPTER I

100XVI. The Tower—La Maison De Dieu

32CHAPTER II

101XVII. The Star—L&#x27;etoile

33CHAPTER III

102XVIII. The Moon—La Lune

34CHAPTER IV

103XIX. The Sun—Le Soleil

35CHAPTER V

104XX. The Last Judgment—Le Jugement

36CHAPTER VI.

105XXI. The Unwise Man—Le Mat

37CHAPTER VII.

106XXII. The Universe—Le Monde

38CHAPTER VIII.

107Appendix:

39Somnium Scipionis

108Note by the Editor

40The Chaldaean Oracles

109The Conclusion by Eliphaz Levi

41Introduction

110Occult and Religious Maxims From the MSS. Of Eliphaz Levi

42The Oracles of Zoroaster

111Suicide

43Ideas

112Chapter I. Introduction.

44Particular Souls

113Chapter II. The History of Suicide.

45Matter

114Chapter III. Notable Suicides.

46Magical and Philosophical Precepts

115Chapter IV. Literature.

47Oracles From Porphyry

116Chapter V. Criminal Jurisprudence.

48Euphrates

117Chapter VI. Civil Jurisprudence.

49Egyptian Magic

118Chapter VII. Present Suicide Rate and Increase.

50Introduction

119Chapter VIII. The Causation of Suicide.

51The Book of Songs Powerful Against the Inhabitants of the Waters

120Chapter IX. Race, Geographical Influences, and Climate.

52The Legend of Ra and Isis

121Chapter X. Education, Religion, and Morals.

53The Gnostic Magic of Egypt

122Chapter XI. Urban and Rural Life; Employment; Army, Navy, and Prison Life.

54Extracts From the Gnostic Papyrus

123Chapter XII. Seasons and Times.

55The Book of the Grand Words of Each Mystery

124Chapter XIII. Sex, Age, and Social State.

56Sepher Yetzirah

125Chapter XIV. Insanity in Relation to Suicide.

57CHAPTER I

126Chapter XV. Epidemic Suicide; Suicide From Imitation, and Desire for Notoriety.

58CHAPTER II

127Chapter XVI. Bodily Diseases; Insomnia, Spiritualism, Heredity, and Alcoholism.

59CHAPTER III

128Chapter XVII. Tædium-vitæ, The Passions, Misery and Despair.

60CHAPTER IV

129Chapter XVIII. The Means of Suicide.

61CHAPTER V

130Chapter XIX. Suicide and Crime Compared; and Attempted Suicide.

62CHAPTER VI

131Chapter XX. Suicide in British India.

63Numbers

132Chapter XXI. The Prevention of Suicide, and the Treatment of the Suicidal Tendency in the Insane.

64PART I. Pythagoras, his Tenets and his Followers

133Chapter XXII. Suicide of Animals.

65PART II. Pythagorean Views on Numbers

134Appendix. The Attitude of Assurance Companies to the Suicide.

66PART III. Kabalistic View on Numbers

135The Isiac Tablet of Cardinal Bembo

67PART IV. Properties of the Numbers According to the Bible, The Talmuds, The Pythagoreans, he Romans, Chaldeans, Egyptians, Hindoos, Mediæval Magicians, Hermetic Students and the Rosicrucians:—

136Analysis

682. Dyad

137Reflection

693. Triad

138Memorable Quotes