The Mystic And Hermetic Schools In Christian Times

By John Yarker

Book Overview

The Mystic and Hermetic Schools in Christian Times is a comprehensive study of the various mystical and esoteric traditions that emerged within Christianity during the medieval and Renaissance periods. Written by John Yarker, a prominent British occultist and historian of esotericism, this book explores the connections between Christian mysticism and the Hermetic tradition, which was a philosophical and spiritual movement that emerged in ancient Egypt and Greece.Yarker's book provides a detailed examination of the various mystical and esoteric schools that emerged within Christianity, including the Gnostics, the Manichaeans, the Cathars, and the Rosicrucians. He also explores the influence of Hermeticism on Christian mysticism, particularly in the areas of alchemy, astrology, and magic.Throughout the book, Yarker draws on a wide range of primary sources, including ancient texts, medieval manuscripts, and Renaissance treatises, to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of the development of Christian mysticism and its connections to the Hermetic tradition. He also provides a critical analysis of the various schools and movements, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses, and exploring the ways in which they contributed to the development of Western esotericism.Overall, The Mystic and Hermetic Schools in Christian Times is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Western esotericism, Christian mysticism, and the Hermetic tradition. It provides a fascinating and insightful look into the various mystical and esoteric traditions that have shaped Western spirituality over the centuries.THIS 72 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Arcane Schools, by John Yarker. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564593061.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: 1425301894
• ISBN13: 9781425301897
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 72 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"