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An extract from the Tibetan teacher, written in 1934 briefly explains the intent of these teachings: The books that I have written are sent out with no claim for their acceptance. They may, or may not, be correct, true and useful. It is for you to ascertain their truth by right practice and by the exercise of the intuition. Neither I nor A.A.B. is the least interested in having them acclaimed as inspired writing, or in having anyone speak of them (with bated breath) as being the work of one of the masters. If they present truth in such a way that it follows sequentially upon that already offered in the world teachings, if the information given raises the aspiration and the will to serve from the plane of the emotions to that of the mind (the plane whereon the Masters can be found) then they will have served their purpose. If the teaching conveyed calls forth a response from the illumined mind of the worker in the world, and brings a flashing forth of the intuition, then let that teaching be accepted. But not otherwise. If the statements meet with eventual corroboration, or are deemed true under the test of the Law of Correspondences, then that is well and good. But should this not be so, let not the student accept what is said. --A Statement from The Tibetan
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An extract from the Tibetan teacher, written in 1934 briefly explains the intent of these teachings: The books that I have written are sent out with no claim for their acceptance. They may, or may not, be correct, true and useful. It is for you to ascertain their truth by right practice and by the exercise of the intuition. Neither I nor A.A.B. is the least interested in having them acclaimed as inspired writing, or in having anyone speak of them (with bated breath) as being the work of one of the masters. If they present truth in such a way that it follows sequentially upon that already offered in the world teachings, if the information given raises the aspiration and the will to serve from the plane of the emotions to that of the mind (the plane whereon the Masters can be found) then they will have served their purpose. If the teaching conveyed calls forth a response from the illumined mind of the worker in the world, and brings a flashing forth of the intuition, then let that teaching be accepted. But not otherwise. If the statements meet with eventual corroboration, or are deemed true under the test of the Law of Correspondences, then that is well and good. But should this not be so, let not the student accept what is said.
--This text refers to the
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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One of the greatest books on basic esoterisism and should be on the bookshelf of any aspiring pupil of the agless wisdom - it amazes me that so many who claim to be following the 'spiritual' pathway do not take the time to read Bailey - difficult? yes - but solid and dependable.
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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The subject of Initiation is one which, even in the current era of plethora of New Age writing, has remained largely unexplored. The fact that Initiation is a ceremony conducted within the internal consciousness of an individual and that disclosure of Initiate status has hitherto been forbidden, may well have inhibited public disclosure. The modern demand that any statement, hypothesis or conjecture be built on the foundation of independently verifiable fact, and the fact that the Initiation process offers no external data for examination, may also have contributed to the paucity of information on this important subject. This book breaks the silence and addresses that deficiency. Those who are willing to accept the content as an interesting hypothesis - which will stand or fall by the test personal experience - will find that that content offers a unique and invaluable window on a process which, allegedly, lies ahead for all of us no matter where we stand on the ladder of infinite evolution.
Initiation is a ceremony which takes place, not on the physical plane, but in the mind. The mind is the 'organ' of reception, with access to "facts which are [as] substantial and real" as are any obtained by the exercise of the physical senses. (Anyone who has had a lucid dream, or a hypnogogic image while in the borderland between sleeping and waking can see that the physical senses of sight and hearing have their non-physical analogues within that organ of reception). The results of Initiation are not confined to the mental plane; they have their effect, and are felt, in the lower - astral and physical - bodies.
The ceremony itself consists of many parts and is conducted by a Hierophant Who, with two others, forms a triangle of force around the candidate for initiation. Through "direct sight and vision" the candidate becomes aware of his real Self and of the part he has played, and will continue to play, in the forwarding of the Plan of God. The Rod of Initiation, "charged with pure electric force", is applied to the candidate's bodies to eliminate any remaining impurities. He takes the Oath of Initiation "never to reveal ... any occult secret". Next, the words of power, which control the creative processes and the direction of energy, are confided to him. Finally, to the new initiate, is imparted one of the seven secrets of nature.
Additionally to the title subject, this book brings to our attention the existence of the Spiritual Hierarchy of the planet:- its work; its founding; its three departments under the Manu, the World Teacher, the Lord of Civilisation. We learn of the principal players within the Lodge of Masters:- Their names and, in some cases, who They were when They came before us before in the record of history. The Paths of Probation and Discipleship are described, and the work needed to prepare ourselves for the first two Initiations. "... all are disciples from the humblest aspirant up to, and beyond, the Christ Himself ... ." Finally we're shown that even the members of the Spiritual Hierarchy have the opportunity of spiritual advancement - there are Seven Paths of further evolution open to the Masters of Wisdom. All are evolving. All are progressing.
This book is the first in a series of 19 intended to awaken humanity to the spiritual realities and possibilities behind its earthly existence. The series represents, to quote the Tibetan Master Who gave it to the world through the amanuensis of Alice Bailey, "but the ABC of occultism" and more detailed teaching is unlikely to be forthcoming until man has assimilated the knowledge therein and applied it for the general good of all. It would be of great service to the young if a copy of IHaS was placed in each school or college library. It's surprising how easily the content is absorbed to become part of ones everyday thinking.
With the books in this series the achievements of Caxton and Gutenberg are silently honoured. With this book the aspiration of man is raised, from the plough and the pulpit, to the stars.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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This covers the process of initation and gives the reader a little more background on what actually will happen. The Spiritual higherarchy is also mentioned and greater light is shone on the workings of it along with the Masters who work within it making up the Great White Lodge.
The reqirements for initiation are also spoken of and the details involved in making way towards the portal of initiation. For anyone interested in initiation this book serves to explain the important relations and also gives some background on the Masters.
I would recommend it as it was a revelation to me and continues to be a great source of esoteric information.
The reqirements for initiation are also spoken of and the details involved in making way towards the portal of initiation. For anyone interested in initiation this book serves to explain the important relations and also gives some background on the Masters.
I would recommend it as it was a revelation to me and continues to be a great source of esoteric information.
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One of my favourite books ever.Should be on the bookshelf of every mystical/magical/occult student.I get something new from it with every reading.
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