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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 17 mins

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Publish dateDec 21, 2023

LanguageEnglish

1Introduction

684. Tetrad

2Introduction

695. Pentad

3Synopsis (Selection)

706. Hexad

4Historical Context

717. Heptad

5Hermetic Arcanum

728. Ogdoad

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6Preface to the “Collectanea Hermetica”

739. Ennead

7Preface to the “Arcanum.”

7410. Decad

8The Hermetic Arcanum

7511. Eleven

9The Practice of the Sulphur

7612. Twelve

10The Times of the Stone.

7713. Thirteen

11HERMES TRISMEGISTUS

78Some Hindoo Uses of Numbers

12The Second Book called “Poemander&quot;

79Other Higher Numbers

13The Third Book called &quot;The Holy Sermon”

80Numbers of the Apocalypse

14The Fourth Book called &quot;The Key”

81I. The Magician—Le Bateleur

15The Fifth Book Called &quot;That God is not Manifest and yet most Manifest”

82II. The Priestess—La Papesse

16The Sixth Book Called &quot;That in God alone is Good”

83III. The Empress—L&#x27;imperatrice

17The Seventh Book His Secret Sermon in the Mount Of Regeneration, and the Profession of Silence

84IV. The Emperor—L&#x27;empereur

18The Eighth Book That The Greatest Evil In Man, Is The Not Knowing God

85V. The Pope, or Hierophant—Le Pape

19The Ninth Book A Universal Sermon to Asclepius

86VI. The Lovers — L&#x27;amoureux

20The Tenth Book The Mind to Hermes

87VII. The Chariot of Hermes—Le Chariot

21The Eleventh Book Of the Common Mind to Tat

88VIII. Justice—La Justice

22The Twelfth Book His Crater or Monas

89IX. The Hermit—L&#x27;ermite

23The Thirteenth Book Of Sense and Understanding

90X. The Wheel of Fortune — La Roue De Fortune

24The Fourteenth Book Of Operation and Sense

91XI. Fortitude—strength—La Force

25The Fifteenth Book Of Truth to His Son Tat

92XII. The Hanged Man—Le Pendu

26The Sixteenth Book That None of the Things that are, can Perish

93XIII. Death—La Mort

27The Seventeenth Book To Asclepius, to be Truly Wise

94XIV. Temperance—La Temperance

28The Hermetic Art

95XV. Satan — the Devil—Le Diable

29CHAPTER I

96XVI. The Tower—La Maison De Dieu

30CHAPTER II

97XVII. The Star—L&#x27;etoile

31CHAPTER III

98XVIII. The Moon—La Lune

32CHAPTER IV

99XIX. The Sun—Le Soleil

33CHAPTER V

100XX. The Last Judgment—Le Jugement

34CHAPTER VI.

101XXI. The Unwise Man—Le Mat

35CHAPTER VII.

102XXII. The Universe—Le Monde

36CHAPTER VIII.

103Appendix:

37Somnium Scipionis

104Note by the Editor

38The Chaldaean Oracles

105The Conclusion by Eliphaz Levi

39Introduction

106Occult and Religious Maxims From the MSS. Of Eliphaz Levi

40The Oracles of Zoroaster

107Chapter I. Introduction.

41Ideas

108Chapter II. The History of Suicide.

42Particular Souls

109Chapter III. Notable Suicides.

43Matter

110Chapter IV. Literature.

44Magical and Philosophical Precepts

111Chapter V. Criminal Jurisprudence.

45Oracles From Porphyry

112Chapter VI. Civil Jurisprudence.

46Euphrates

113Chapter VII. Present Suicide Rate and Increase.

47Egyptian Magic

114Chapter VIII. The Causation of Suicide.

48Introduction

115Chapter IX. Race, Geographical Influences, and Climate.

49The Book of Songs Powerful Against the Inhabitants of the Waters

116Chapter X. Education, Religion, and Morals.

50The Legend of Ra and Isis

117Chapter XI. Urban and Rural Life; Employment; Army, Navy, and Prison Life.

51The Gnostic Magic of Egypt

118Chapter XII. Seasons and Times.

52Extracts From the Gnostic Papyrus

119Chapter XIII. Sex, Age, and Social State.

53The Book of the Grand Words of Each Mystery

120Chapter XIV. Insanity in Relation to Suicide.

54Sepher Yetzirah

121Chapter XV. Epidemic Suicide; Suicide From Imitation, and Desire for Notoriety.

55CHAPTER I

122Chapter XVI. Bodily Diseases; Insomnia, Spiritualism, Heredity, and Alcoholism.

56CHAPTER II

123Chapter XVII. Tædium-vitæ, The Passions, Misery and Despair.

57CHAPTER III

124Chapter XVIII. The Means of Suicide.

58CHAPTER IV

125Chapter XIX. Suicide and Crime Compared; and Attempted Suicide.

59CHAPTER V

126Chapter XX. Suicide in British India.

60CHAPTER VI

127Chapter XXI. The Prevention of Suicide, and the Treatment of the Suicidal Tendency in the Insane.

61PART I. Pythagoras, his Tenets and his Followers

128Chapter XXII. Suicide of Animals.

62PART II. Pythagorean Views on Numbers

129Appendix. The Attitude of Assurance Companies to the Suicide.

63PART III. Kabalistic View on Numbers

130The Isiac Tablet of Cardinal Bembo

64PART 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:—

131Analysis

652. Dyad

132Reflection

663. Triad

133Memorable Quotes

673½. Three and a Half