The Theosophical Influence Of The East On Religion

By R. Heber Newton

Book Overview

The book ""The Theosophical Influence Of The East On Religion"" by R. Heber Newton explores the impact of Eastern philosophy and spirituality on Western religious thought. The author delves into the teachings of Theosophy, a spiritual movement that emerged in the late 19th century and sought to reconcile Eastern and Western spiritual traditions.Newton examines the influence of Theosophy on various aspects of religion, including the concept of God, the nature of the soul, and the afterlife. He also explores the role of Theosophy in shaping the beliefs of prominent religious figures, such as Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau.Throughout the book, Newton argues that Theosophy has had a profound impact on religious thought and has helped to bridge the gap between Eastern and Western spirituality. He provides a detailed analysis of the key tenets of Theosophy and their relevance to contemporary religious discourse.Overall, ""The Theosophical Influence Of The East On Religion"" is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the intersection of Eastern and Western spirituality, and the ways in which these traditions continue to shape our understanding of religion and spirituality today.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Adyar Pamphlets 25-36, by R. Heber Newton. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766148262.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: 1425456693
• ISBN13: 9781425456696
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"