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First Principles of Esotericism — Agnes E. Marsland (1911)
First Principles of Esotericism — Agnes E. Marsland (1911)
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Edition Details
- Author
- Agnes E. Marsland
- Original publication year
- 1911
- Edition publication year
- 1911
- Available formats
- Digital PDF, Physical Book
- Subjects & traditions
- Theosophy, Occultism, Metaphysics
In First Principles of Esotericism (1911), Agnes E. Marsland offers a measured introduction to the idea that visible existence rests upon subtler spiritual laws and levels of consciousness.
The book considers the relation between body, mind, soul, and spirit; the distinction between outward appearance and inward cause; the disciplined interpretation of symbols; and the gradual development of direct spiritual understanding. Marsland emphasizes that esoteric study is not merely the accumulation of unusual ideas, but a process requiring self-observation, ethical conduct, emotional balance, and patient inner training.
Written in a restrained instructional style, the work belongs to the Theosophical and metaphysical literature of the early twentieth century and serves as an accessible foundation for readers approaching esoteric philosophy.
Details
Author: Agnes E. Marsland
Publication year: 1911
Subjects: Esotericism, Theosophy, spiritual law, symbolism, self-development, and consciousness
Available formats: PDF and Physical Book
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