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A Christian Rosenkreutz Anthology
Contributor(s): Allen, Paul Marshall (Author), Pietzner, Carlo (Introduction by), Steiner, Rudolf (Contribution by)
ISBN: 089345009X     ISBN-13: 9780893450090
Publisher: Steiner Books
OUR PRICE:   $90.00  
Product Type: Hardcover
Published: October 2000
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Annotation: Exploding like a time bomb in the early seventeenth century, Rosicrucianism gathered together in a new, ecumenical synthesis all the wisdom of the ages. This unique anthology collects the most important of the primary documents, including many images and diagrams. The texts include: The Chemical Wedding of Christian Rosenkreutz; The Fame and Confession of the Fraternity of the Rosy Cross; Hinricus Madathanus' The Parabola; and A Golden Tractate and The Holy Mountain, A Rosicrucian Allegory by Thomas Vaughan. Illustrated texts include The Secret Symbols of the Rosicrucians and Khunrath's Amphitheater of Eternal Wisdom. Rudolf Steiner provides the framework with contributions on The Chemical Wedding, the history of Christian Rosenkreutz, the Temple legend, Comenius, and reincarnation and karma. Includes an annotated bibliography of books and articles of Rosicrucian interest.
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BISAC Categories:
- Body, Mind & Spirit | Hermetism & Rosicrucianism
- Religion | Theosophy
Dewey: 135.43
LCCN: 68013130
Physical Information: 1.74" H x 8.24" W x 11.16" (3.68 lbs) 648 pages
Themes:
- Religious Orientation - New Age
 
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Publisher Description:

This unique anthology presents a clear understanding of the life and work of Christian Rosenkreutz and his importance for our time. A Christian Rosenkreutz Anthology helps clear away the secrecy and exclusivity long associated with Rosicrucianism. It offers readers a way of creative thinking that unites reason and revelation in modern language.

Included is the Chymical Wedding of Christian Rosenkreutz, the Fama, and the Confessio, as well as writings by Robert Fludd, Thomas Vaughan, Rudolf Steiner, and others. Among the numerous illustrations is the entire Secret Symbols of the Rosicrucians, Daniel Stolcius' Pleasure Garden of Chymistry, and much more. This is perhaps the most valuable source book available for a complete overview of Rosicrucian literature.

CONTENTS:

Preface by Paul M. Allen
Introduction by Carlo Pietzner

"The Chymical Wedding of Christian Rosenkreutz" by Rudolf Steiner
"The English Translation of 'The Chymical Wedding'" by Paul M. Allen
"The Hermetic Romance, The Chymical Wedding"
"The Fame and Confession of the Fraternity of the Rosie Cross"
Illustrations, Series A
"The Secret Symbols of the Rosicrucians" (illustrations)
"Heinrich Khunrath's Amphitheater of Eternal Wisdom," illustrations
"The Rosicrucian Brotherhood" by Robert Fludd
"The Parabola, A Golden Tractate" by Hinricus Madathanus
"The Holy Mountain, A Rosicrucian Allegory" by Thomas Vaughan
Illustrations, Series B
"On the History of Christian Rosenkreutz" by Rudolf Steiner
"Christian Rosenkreutz and the Temple Legend" by Rudolf Steiner
"Johann Amos Comenius and the Temple of Pansophia" by Rudolf Steiner
"Rosicrucianism, Karma, Reincarnation" by Rudolf Steiner
"References to Christian Rosenkreutz in Lectures and Writings of Rudolf Steiner"
Illustrations, Series C
"Castle Karlstein and Its Rosicrucian Connections" by Ita Wegman
"An Annotated Bibliography of Books and Articles of Rosicrucian Interest"
"The Pleasure Garden of Chymistry" by Daniel Stolcius (illustrations)
"A Catalogue of Rosicrucian Books"
"Editorial and Reference Notes"

Contributor Bio(s): Pietzner, Carlo: - Carlo Pietzner (1915-1986) was born in Vienna. As an art student, he was introduced to anthroposophy and Dr. Karl König, founder of the international Camphill movement for children and adults in need of special care, which led Pietzner to help further the work of Camphill in Northern Ireland and the U.S. His artistic efforts have ranged from stained glass murals and paintings to novels, and drama. He served the Anthroposophical Society in America and was known internationally for his many lectures and his consulting work.Allen, Paul Marshall: - Paul Marshall Allen (1913-1998) was an authority on the life and work of Rudolf Steiner and, as the "first American-born anthroposophic lecturer," was a leading pioneer of Rudolf Steiner's spiritual science across North America. He edited and wrote introductions for numerous books on Anthroposophy and spiritual wisdom, including his classic work, A Christian Rosenkreutz Anthology (1968), and wrote Vladimir Soloviev: Russian Mystic (1968). With his wife Joan deRis Allen, Paul coauthored Francis of Assisi's Canticle of the Creatures (1996); Fingal's Cave, the Poems of Ossian, and Celtic Christianity (1999); and The Time Is at Hand! (1995).