The Early Hermetic Philosophy

By F. Sherwood Taylor

Book Overview

The Early Hermetic Philosophy by F. Sherwood Taylor is a comprehensive exploration of the ancient philosophical and religious movement known as Hermeticism. The book delves into the history and origins of Hermeticism, tracing its roots back to ancient Egypt and Greece, and exploring its influence on the development of Western philosophy and spirituality.The author examines the key texts and teachings of Hermeticism, including the Corpus Hermeticum and the Emerald Tablet, and explores the central themes and concepts of the movement, such as the belief in the unity of all things, the pursuit of spiritual knowledge, and the use of alchemy and other mystical practices to achieve spiritual enlightenment.Throughout the book, Taylor provides detailed analysis and interpretation of Hermetic philosophy, drawing on a wide range of sources from ancient texts to modern scholarship. He also explores the relationship between Hermeticism and other spiritual and philosophical traditions, such as Gnosticism, Neoplatonism, and Christian mysticism.Overall, The Early Hermetic Philosophy is a fascinating and informative study of one of the most influential and enduring philosophical and spiritual movements in history.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Alchemists, Founders of Modern Chemistry, by F. Sherwood Taylor. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 156459002X.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417924918
• ISBN13: 9781417924912
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"