A Dictionary of Theosophy - Paperback

by Theodore Besterman (Author)

A Dictionary of Theosophy by Theodore Besterman is a comprehensive guide to the philosophical and spiritual teachings of Theosophy. Theosophy is a belief system that combines elements of Eastern and Western spirituality, including Hinduism, Buddhism, and Christianity. This dictionary provides definitions and explanations of key terms and concepts related to Theosophy, such as karma, reincarnation, and the seven rays. It also includes biographical entries on important figures in the history of Theosophy, such as Helena Blavatsky and Annie Besant. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in Theosophy or seeking to deepen their understanding of spiritual and philosophical concepts.The author attempted to fill a gap in theosophical literature by supplying an up-to-date and complete dictionary of the technical terms current in theosophical literature. The principles on which the dictionary were compiled are fully set out in the introduction, where some related points are also brought forward. The bibliography contains a classified list of the chief works the author used in compiling this reference book.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.