The Rosicrucian Confessio Fraternitatis

By Arthur Edward Waite

Book Overview

The Rosicrucian Confessio Fraternitatis is a book written by Arthur Edward Waite that delves into the history and philosophy of the Rosicrucian movement. The Rosicrucians were a secret society that emerged in Europe during the 17th century, and they were known for their esoteric beliefs and practices. In this book, Waite provides a detailed analysis of the Confessio Fraternitatis, which is one of the primary documents of the Rosicrucian movement. He explores the themes and ideas presented in the Confessio, including the concept of the ""invisible college"" and the role of the Rosicrucians in promoting spiritual and intellectual enlightenment.Waite also provides a historical context for the Confessio, discussing the political and social conditions in Europe during the 17th century that may have influenced the emergence of the Rosicrucian movement. He also examines the influence of the Rosicrucians on later esoteric and occult movements, such as Freemasonry and Theosophy.Overall, The Rosicrucian Confessio Fraternitatis is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the Rosicrucian movement and its impact on Western esotericism. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of occultism and the development of spiritual thought in the Western world.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Brotherhood of the Rosy Cross, by Arthur Edward Waite. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 156459100X.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: 1162819626
• ISBN13: 9781162819624
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 22 Pages
• Weight: 0.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"