The Ocean of Theosophy
New York: The Path, 1893. First Edition. Presentation copy, signed and inscribed by William Q. Judge to Claude Falls Wright, a fellow Theosophical leader, member of H. P. Blavatsky’s Inner Group, later president of Judge’s Aryan Theosophical Society, and author of An Outline of the Principles of Modern Theosophy, for which Judge supplied the introduction. 12mo, ix, 154, [4], [4] pages, publisher's original orange cloth covered boards. The Ocean of Theosophy by William Q. Judge is one of the classic introductory works of the modern Theosophical movement, first published in 1893 by one of the principal founders and leaders of the Theosophical Society. Written in a clear, systematic style, the book presents the central doctrines of Theosophy, including karma, reincarnation, spiritual evolution, the sevenfold constitution of man, the astral body, post-mortem states, cycles of manifestation, occult law, and the ancient wisdom tradition said to underlie the world’s religions and philosophies. Judge intended the work as a compact but authoritative guide for students seeking to understand Theosophy as both a metaphysical system and a practical spiritual philosophy. Appearing during the formative period of the American Theosophical movement, The Ocean of Theosophy remains one of Judge’s most important and widely read books, with strong appeal to collectors of Theosophy, occultism, esoteric philosophy, comparative religion, karma, reincarnation, and late-19th-century spiritual movements. Small blemish to top board, very minimal rubbing and wear, else in very good + condition. Item #346
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