The East in the Light of the West

by Rudolf Steiner, Harry Collison

Overview

 In The East in the Light of the West, Rudolf Steiner compares the spiritual traditions of Eastern and Western cultures through the lens of Anthroposophy. He examines how Eastern mysticism emphasizes transcendence and inner dissolution, while Western esotericism focuses on individuality, freedom, and moral development. Steiner argues that humanity's future lies in harmonizing these two streams: uniting meditative inwardness with outward ethical action. Based on a series of lectures, this work blends comparative religion, esoteric Christianity, and philosophical anthropology. It remains one of Steiner's key texts for understanding global spiritual evolution and the deeper dialogue between civilizations. 

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781779791306
Publisher:	Bonhopai Books
Publication date:	06/20/2025
Sold by:	Bookwire
Format:	eBook
Pages:	129
File size:	860 KB

About the Author

 Rudolf Steiner, born on February 27, 1861, in what is now Croatia, and dying on March 30, 1925, in Dornach, Switzerland, was an Austrian philosopher, esotericist, and social reformer. Founder of Anthroposophy, Steiner developed a spiritual science that sought to bridge the material and spiritual worlds through disciplines like education (Waldorf schooling), biodynamic farming, and holistic medicine. His book The East in the Light of the West reflects his quest to reconcile Eastern spirituality with Western rationalism. A prolific lecturer and thinker, Steiner's vast intellectual legacy continues to influence education, the arts, and alternative spiritual movements. 

Rudolf Steiner, born on February 27, 1861, in what is now Croatia, and dying on March 30, 1925, in Dornach, Switzerland, was an Austrian philosopher, esotericist, and social reformer. Founder of Anthroposophy, Steiner developed a spiritual science that sought to bridge the material and spiritual worlds through disciplines like education (Waldorf schooling), biodynamic farming, and holistic medicine. His book The East in the Light of the West reflects his quest to reconcile Eastern spirituality with Western rationalism. A prolific lecturer and thinker, Steiner’s vast intellectual legacy continues to influence education, the arts, and alternative spiritual movements.

 Rudolf Steiner, born on February 27, 1861, in what is now Croatia, and dying on March 30, 1925, in Dornach, Switzerland, was an Austrian philosopher, esotericist, and social reformer. Founder of Anthroposophy, Steiner developed a spiritual science that sought to bridge the material and spiritual worlds through disciplines like education (Waldorf schooling), biodynamic farming, and holistic medicine. His book The East in the Light of the West reflects his quest to reconcile Eastern spirituality with Western rationalism. A prolific lecturer and thinker, Steiner's vast intellectual legacy continues to influence education, the arts, and alternative spiritual movements.