
William Wynn Westcott: Premium Collection
Enriched edition. Complete Collectanea Hermetica, Suicide, The Isiac TabletBy William Wynn WestcottLength27h 10m
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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.
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Audiobook details
GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length27 hrs 10 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 21, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2Introduction
3Synopsis (Selection)
4Historical Context
5Hermetic Arcanum
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6Preface to the “Collectanea Hermetica”
7Preface to the “Arcanum.”
8The Hermetic Arcanum
9The Practice of the Sulphur
10The Times of the Stone.
11The Divine Pymander
12HERMES TRISMEGISTUS
13The Second Book called “Poemander"
14The Third Book called "The Holy Sermon”
15The Fourth Book called "The Key”
16The Fifth Book Called "That God is not Manifest and yet most Manifest”
17The Sixth Book Called "That in God alone is Good”
18The Seventh Book His Secret Sermon in the Mount Of Regeneration, and the Profession of Silence
19The Eighth Book That The Greatest Evil In Man, Is The Not Knowing God
20The Ninth Book A Universal Sermon to Asclepius
21The Tenth Book The Mind to Hermes
22The Eleventh Book Of the Common Mind to Tat
23The Twelfth Book His Crater or Monas
24The Thirteenth Book Of Sense and Understanding
25The Fourteenth Book Of Operation and Sense
26The Fifteenth Book Of Truth to His Son Tat
27The Sixteenth Book That None of the Things that are, can Perish
28The Seventeenth Book To Asclepius, to be Truly Wise
29The Hermetic Art
30Aesch Mezareph
31CHAPTER I
32CHAPTER II
33CHAPTER III
34CHAPTER IV
35CHAPTER V
36CHAPTER VI.
37CHAPTER VII.
38CHAPTER VIII.
39Somnium Scipionis
40The Chaldaean Oracles
41Introduction
42The Oracles of Zoroaster
43Ideas
44Particular Souls
45Matter
46Magical and Philosophical Precepts
47Oracles From Porphyry
48Euphrates
49Egyptian Magic
50Introduction