The Little Book of Hermetic Principles: Heal Your Energy, Seek Enlightenment, and Deepen Your Understanding of Your Mind, Body, and Spirit

by Amber D Browne

Overview

Discover how the wisdom and philosophy of Hermes Trismegistus and Hermeticism can be applied to modern life in this beginner-friendly guide to the Hermetic principles.

Hermes Trismegistus is believed to be one of the founders of philosophy, and his teachings can be connected to Stoicism, Platonism, esotericism, the Enlightenment, and more. The Little Book of Hermetic Principles delves into seven fundamental truths attributed to Hermes and teaches readers how to incorporate these principles into their own life, including:

-The Principle of Mentalism and the power of the mind
-The Principle of Correspondence: as above, so below
-The Principle of Vibration and the power of energy
-And more from The Kybalion.

Perfect for beginners, this little book breaks down timeless wisdom into easily consumable chapters, and gives actionable tips on how to change one’s own life for the better according to the various Hermetic principles. With overviews of The Corpus Hermeticum, The Emerald Tablet, The Divine Pymander, and more, readers will be able to gain perspective on Hermetic teachings beyond the seven principles. Plus, sections on astrology, magic, and alchemy will explore Hermes’ more mystical teachings. This the definitive guide for anyone interested in learning more about Hermeticism and its applications in modern life.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781646043118
Publisher:	Ulysses Press
Publication date:	03/01/2022
Pages:	144
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 7.00(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Amber D. Browne is a lifelong writer and communicator. As a young teen, she discovered her passion for the written word and for sharing information. After acquiring a BA in mass communication with a minor in history from Texas State University, Amber spent much of her career researching and reporting Texas news for radio. She later branched out as a freelance writer and editor for local magazines, and her desire to share her journalism experience led to a seven-year stint in junior high education as an English language arts/reading and media teacher. Amber resides in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex with her husband and their two children. Find more of Amber’s written work at www.amberdbrowne.com.

Table of Contents

Section I Hermes Trismegistus and Hermeticism 7

Chapter 1 Introduction 9

Chapter 2 Who Was Hermes Trismegistus? 11

Chapter 3 The History of Hermeticism 15

Chapter 4 Hermes Trismegistus' Written Works 22

Section II The Kybalion-The Hermetic Principles 37

Chapter 5 The Kybalion 39

Chapter 6 The Seven Hermetic Principles 43

Chapter 7 Principle 1: The Principle of Mentalism 46

Chapter 8 Principle 2: The Principle of Correspondence 69

Chapter 9 Principle 3: The Principle of Vibration 90

Chapter 10 Principle 4: The Principle of Polarity 112

Chapter 11 Principle 5: The Principle of Rhythm 130

Chapter 12 Principle 6: The Principle of Causation 151

Chapter 13 Principle 7: The Principle of Gender 163

Section III The Mystical Teachings of Hermes Trismegistus 179

Chapter 14 Astrology 181

Chapter 15 Alchemy 193

Chapter 16 Magic 204

Chapter 17 We Are All in This Together 211

Bibliography 215

Acknowledgments 220

About the Author 224