The Ocean of Theosophy

by William Quan Judge

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Dive into the profound depths of "The Ocean of Theosophy" by William Judge, a foundational text exploring the core tenets of Theosophy. This comprehensive work elucidates complex concepts such as karma, reincarnation, and spiritualism, offering readers a clear and accessible introduction to occultism and Eastern philosophy. Judge masterfully navigates the intricate landscape of Hindu religious thought, presenting a holistic view of spirituality that connects body, mind, and spirit. Explore the ancient wisdom within these pages and embark on a journey of self-discovery, guided by one of Theosophy's most influential voices. This carefully prepared print edition ensures that Judge's timeless insights remain accessible to all who seek a deeper understanding of the universe and their place within it. A vital resource for anyone interested in spiritualism and the enduring quest for enlightenment.

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781023398756
Publisher:	Anson Street Press
Publication date:	03/29/2025
Pages:	130
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.28(d)

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between the visible universe and the real perceiver within. And all these various powers and potentialities being well worked out in this slow but sure process, at last man is put upon the scene a sevenfold being just as the universe and earth itself are sevenfold. Each of his seven principles is derived from one of the great first seven divisions, and each relates to a planet or scene of evolution, and to a race in which that evolution was carried out. So the first sevenfold differentiation is important to be borne in mind, since it is the basis of all that follows; just as the universal evolution is septenary, so the evolution of humanity, sevenfold in its constitution, is carried on upon a septenary Earth. This is spoken of in Theosophical literature as the Sevenfold Planetary Chain, and is intimately connected with Man's special evolution. CHAPTER III. OMING now to our Earth the view put forward by Theosophy regarding its genesis, its evolution and the evolution of the Human, Animal and other Monads, is quite different from modern ideas, and in some things contrary to accepted theories. But the theories of to-day are not stable. They change with each century, while the Theosophical one never alters because, in the opinion of those Elder Brothers who have caused its repromulgation and pointed to its confirmation in ancient books, it is but a statement of facts in nature. The modern theory is, on the contrary, always speculative, changeable, and continually altered. Following the general plan outlined in preceding pages, the Earth is sevenfold. It is an entity and not a mere lump of gross matter. And being thus an entity of a septenary nature there must be six other globes whichroll with it in space. This company of seven globes has been called the "Earth Chain", the "...