Emanuel Swedenborg. Theologian, Scientist, Philosopher and Mystic. by Travis Simpkins

Emanuel Swedenborg. Theologian, Scientist, Philosopher and Mystic. by Travis Simpkins 

Portrait Sketch of

Emanuel Swedenborg

(1688 - 1772)

Christian Theologian, Scientist

Philosopher and Mystic

Author of Heaven and Hell (1758)

Inspiration and namesake of the

Rite of Swedenborg

Swedenborgian Rite of Freemasonry

and the

Swedenborg Foundation

by Travis Simpkins

Emanuel Swedenborg

For more info, please visit:

swedenborg.com

Emanuel Swedenborg. Theologian, Scientist, Philosopher and Mystic. by Travis Simpkins 

 

John Theophilus Desaguliers. Past Grand Master. Grand Lodge of England. by Travis Simpkins

John Theophilus Desaguliers. Past Grand Master. Grand Lodge of England. by Travis Simpkins

Portrait Sketch of

The Reverend and Dr.

John Theophilus Desaguliers

( 1683 - 1744 )

Fellow of the Royal Society

Philosopher, Clergyman, Engineer

Freemason

3rd Grand Master of the

Premier Grand Lodge of England

Member of the Lodge which met

at the Goose and Gridiron Tavern

(later know as the Lodge of Antiquity)

by Travis Simpkins

 John Theophilus Desaguliers

For more info, please visit:

ugle.org.uk 

and

royalsociety.org 

John Theophilus Desaguliers. Past Grand Master. Grand Lodge of England. by Travis Simpkins

How to Win Friends and Influence People. Dale Carnegie. New Thought

How to Win Friends and Influence People. Dale Carnegie. New Thought

A perennial favorite... "How to Win Friends and Influence People" by Dale Carnegie offers much pause for thought.



You can go after the job you want—and get it!

You can take the job you have—and improve it!

You can take any situation—and make it work for you!

Dale Carnegie’s rock-solid, time-tested advice has carried countless people up the ladder of success in their business and personal lives. One of the most groundbreaking and timeless bestsellers of all time, How to Win Friends & Influence People will teach you:

-Six ways to make people like you

-Twelve ways to win people to your way of thinking

-Nine ways to change people without arousing resentment

And much more! Achieve your maximum potential—a must-read for the twenty-first century with more than 15 million copies sold! 

 

As a Man Thinketh. James Allen. New Thought. Occult

As a Man Thinketh. James Allen. New Thought. Occult

"As a Man Thinketh" by James Allen is a short, yet powerful read. A classic New Thought work.


As a Man Thinketh is a self-help book by James Allen, published in 1903. It was described by Allen as "... [dealing] with the power of thought, and particularly with the use and application of thought to happy and beautiful issues. I have tried to make the book simple, so that all can easily grasp and follow its teaching, and put into practice the methods which it advises. It shows how, in his own thought-world, each man holds the key to every condition, good or bad, that enters into his life, and that, by working patiently and intelligently upon his thoughts, he may remake his life, and transform his circumstances. The price of the book is only one shilling, and it can be carried in the pocket." It was also described by Allen as "A book that will help you to help yourself", "A pocket companion for thoughtful people", and "A book on the power and right application of thought."

Awakened Imagination. Neville Goddard. New Thought. Law of Assumption. Occult

Awakened Imagination. Neville Goddard. New Thought. Law of Assumption. Occult

Neville Goddard is, perhaps, my favorite of the New Thought authors. I'm enjoying "Awakened Imagination."


Certain words in the course of long use gather so many strange connotations that they almost cease to mean anything at all. Such a word is imagination. This word is made to serve all manner of ideas, some of them directly opposed to one another. Fancy, thought, hallucination, suspicion: indeed, so wide is its use and so varied its meanings, the word imagination has no status nor fixed significance. For example, we ask a man to “use his imagination,” meaning that his present outlook is too restricted and therefore not equal to the task. In the next breath we tell him that his ideas are “pure imagination," thereby implying that his ideas are unsound. We speak of a jealous or suspicious person as a “victim of his own imagination," meaning that his thoughts are untrue. A minute later we pay a man the highest tribute by describing him as a “man of imagination." Thus the word imagination has no denite meaning. (...) There is only one thing in the world. Imagination, and all our deformations of it. - Taken from "Awakened Imagination" written by Neville Goddard

Voltaire. French Enlightenment Philosopher. Freemason. by Travis Simpkins

Voltaire. Francois-Marie Arouet. French Enlightenment Philosopher. Freemason. by Travis Simpkins

Portrait Sketch of

Voltaire

Francois-Marie Arouet

( 1694 - 1778 )

French Enlightenment Philosopher

Writer and Historian

Freemason

Initiated in the

Loge des Neuf Soeurs

(Lodge of the Nine Sisters)

Paris, France

April 4, 1778

by Travis Simpkins

 Voltaire

 For more info, please visit:

voltaire.ox.ac.uk

Voltaire. French Enlightenment Philosopher. Freemason. by Travis Simpkins

Giordano Bruno. Hermeticism and Astrology. Freemasonry. by Travis Simpkins

Giordano Bruno. Hermeticism, Astrology and Masonic Ideals. by Travis Simpkins

Sketch of

Giordano Bruno

1548 - 1600

Dominican Friar, Philosopher, Poet

Mathematician, Astrologer

Renaissance Hermeticist &

Influence on Masonic Principles
The Art of Memory

by Travis Simpkins

based on a sculpture by Ettore Ferrari

Campo de'Fiori, Rome

Giordano Bruno: Heretic of the Infinite

For more info, please visit:

galileo.rice.edu/bruno

Giordano Bruno. by Travis Simpkins. Freemasonry. Campo de'Fiori, Rome

John Theophilus Desaguliers. Past Grand Master. Grand Lodge of England. by Travis Simpkins

John Theophilus Desaguliers. Past Grand Master. Grand Lodge of England. by Travis Simpkins

Portrait Sketch of

The Reverend and Dr.

John Theophilus Desaguliers

( 1683 - 1744 )

Fellow of the Royal Society

Philosopher, Clergyman, Engineer

Freemason

3rd Grand Master of the

Premier Grand Lodge of England

Member of the Lodge which met

at the Goose and Gridiron Tavern

(later know as the Lodge of Antiquity)

by Travis Simpkins

 John Theophilus Desaguliers

For more info, please visit:

ugle.org.uk 

and

royalsociety.org 

John Theophilus Desaguliers. Past Grand Master. Grand Lodge of England. by Travis Simpkins

Think and Grow Rich. Napoleon Hill. New Thought. Law of Attraction

Think and Grow Rich. Napoleon Hill. New Thought. Law of Attraction

I'm greatly enjoying "Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill.


Think and Grow Rich has been called the "Granddaddy of All Motivational Literature." It was the first book to boldly ask, "What makes a winner?" The man who asked and listened for the answer, Napoleon Hill, is now counted in the top ranks of the world's winners himself.

The most famous of all teachers of success spent "a fortune and the better part of a lifetime of effort" to produce the "Law of Success" philosophy that forms the basis of his books and that is so powerfully summarized in this one.

In the original Think and Grow Rich, published in 1937, Hill draws on stories of Andrew Carnegie, Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, and other millionaires of his generation to illustrate his principles. In the updated version, Arthur R. Pell, Ph.D., a nationally known author, lecturer, and consultant in human resources management and an expert in applying Hill's thought, deftly interweaves anecdotes of how contemporary millionaires and billionaires, such as Bill Gates, Mary Kay Ash, Dave Thomas, and Sir John Templeton, achieved their wealth. Outmoded or arcane terminology and examples are faithfully refreshed to preclude any stumbling blocks to a new generation of readers.

In Tune with the Infinite. Ralph Waldo Trine. New Thought. Philosophy

In Tune with the Infinite. Ralph Waldo Trine. New Thought. Philosophy

I'm greatly enjoying "In Tune with the Infinite" by Ralph Waldo Trine. A true classic.


This is a clearly written explanation of the New Thought philosophy. Trine discusses how to tap into the power of the cosmos to impact personal health, wealth, and growth. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in this belief system.

Emanuel Swedenborg. Theologian, Scientist, Philosopher and Mystic. by Travis Simpkins

Emanuel Swedenborg. Theologian, Scientist, Philosopher and Mystic. by Travis Simpkins 

Portrait Sketch of

Emanuel Swedenborg

(1688 - 1772)

Christian Theologian, Scientist

Philosopher and Mystic

Author of Heaven and Hell (1758)

Inspiration and namesake of the

Rite of Swedenborg

Swedenborgian Rite of Freemasonry

and the

Swedenborg Foundation

by Travis Simpkins

Emanuel Swedenborg

For more info, please visit:

swedenborg.com

Emanuel Swedenborg. Theologian, Scientist, Philosopher and Mystic. by Travis Simpkins 

 

Pierre-Simon, Marquis de Laplace. Astronomer. Freemason. Grand Orient de France. by Travis Simpkins

Pierre-Simon, Marquis de Laplace. Astronomer. Mathematician. Freemason. Grand Orient de France. by Travis Simpkins

Portrait Sketch of

Pierre-Simon, Marquis de Laplace

(1749 - 1827)

French Scholar and Polymath

Engineer, Mathematician, Physicist

Astronomer and Philosopher

Freemason

Grand Orient de France

by Travis Simpkins

Pierre-Simon, Marquis de Laplace

For more info, please visit:

britannica.com/Pierre-Simon-marquis-de-Laplace

Pierre-Simon, Marquis de Laplace. Astronomer. Mathematician. Freemason. Grand Orient de France. by Travis Simpkins

 

Francis Bacon. Rosicrucianism, Freemasonry and New Atlantis. by Travis Simpkins

Francis Bacon. 1561-1626. Philosopher, Scientist. Rosicrucianism, Freemasonry. by Travis Simpkins

Portrait Sketch of

Francis Bacon

( 1561 - 1626 )

1st Viscount St. Alban

Philosopher, Statesman, Scientist

Author of "New Atlantis"

Influence on 

Rosicrucianism and Freemasonry

by Travis Simpkins

Francis Bacon's Influence - Documentary

For more info, please visit:

rosicrucian.org

Francis Bacon. by Travis Simpkins. Rosicrucianism, Freemasonry and New Atlantis

The Power of Awareness. Neville Goddard. New Thought. Occult. Metaphysics

The Power of Awareness. Neville Goddard. New Thought. Occult. Metaphysics

I'm enjoying "The Power of Awareness" by Neville Goddard. A classic New Thought work.



Here is a signature volume of one of the most quietly impactful and radical works ever written on the creative potentialities of human thought, The Power of Awareness. In this book, author Neville presents a concise, unforgettable statement of his core philosophy: that the world around you is a picture in your mind’s eye, created by your thinking, and susceptible to change by altering your thoughts and feelings.

Originally published in 1952, The Power of Awareness not only prefigured the revolution in mind-power metaphysics, but surpassed it. Before the public had heard about quantum physics experiments (popularized in our own time through movies such as The Secret and What the Bleep Do We Know!?), Neville was conveying the unheard-of message that reality is directly impacted by the perspective and consciousness of the observer himself. Moreover, he wrote, each of us is ultimately responsible for, and capable of reshaping, the outer circumstances we perceive.

Neville’s authorial genius is his ability to deliver these ideas in an immensely readable and enjoyable way. Like few other metaphysical figures of his era, Neville captured complexities in simple stories, memorable examples, and practical advice. His books are unfailingly brief and easy to read, because his command of his material is so masterly and complete.

Giordano Bruno - Hermeticism and Astrology. Freemasonry. by Travis Simpkins

Giordano Bruno. Hermeticism, Astrology and Masonic Ideals. by Travis Simpkins

Sketch of

Giordano Bruno

1548 - 1600

Dominican Friar, Philosopher, Poet

Mathematician, Astrologer

Renaissance Hermeticist &

Influence on Masonic Principles
The Art of Memory

by Travis Simpkins

based on a sculpture by Ettore Ferrari

Campo de'Fiori, Rome

Giordano Bruno: Heretic of the Infinite

For more info, please visit:

galileo.rice.edu/bruno

Giordano Bruno. by Travis Simpkins. Freemasonry. Candelaio

Adam Weishaupt. Philosopher and Freemason. The Bavarian Illuminati. by Travis Simpkins

Adam Weishaupt (1748-1830). The Bavarian Illuminati. Freemason. by Travis Simpkins

Portrait Sketch of

Johann Adam Weishaupt

( 1748 - 1830 )

Philosopher and Freemason

Founder of the Order of

The Bavarian Illuminati

by Travis Simpkins

The Secret School of Wisdom. Josef Wages. History of the Illuminati

For more info, please visit:

lewismasonic.co.uk/the-secret-school-of-wisdom

Adam Weishaupt. by Travis Simpkins. The Bavarian Illuminati. Freemason

Count of Saint Germain. Alchemist, Philosopher and Enigma. by Travis Simpkins

Count of Saint Germain. 1691?-1784? Philosopher, Alchemist, Freemason. by Travis Simpkins

Portrait Sketch of

Le Comte de Saint Germain

Count of St. Germain

( 1691 ? - 1784 ? )

Adventurer, Philosopher

Alchemist, Freemason (?)

by Travis Simpkins

based on an engraving by Nicolas Thomas, after a now lost painting

The Immortal Count of Saint Germain

For more info, please visit:

alchemylab.com/count_saint_germain

Count of Saint Germain. by Travis Simpkins. Alchemy and Freemasonry

Essential Sufism. James Fadiman and Robert Frager. Mysticism. Esoteric. Islam

Essential Sufism. James Fadiman and Robert Frager. Mysticism. Esoteric. Islam

"Essential Sufism" is a well-curated collection of Sufi poetry, philosophy and Mystic writings.



The definitive compendium of Sufi wisdom, 'Essential Sufism' draws together more than three hundred fables, poems and prayers that reveal the luminous spirit of Islamic mysticism.

"A treasure of jewels in the tradition of Sufi soul-work. "I really love and value this book."-- Coleman Barks, translator of "The Essential Rumi""An awesome and eminently profound compendium of spiritual wisdom."-- "Body Mind Spirit""Reading through the many entries, one gets a feeling for the beauty and deep wisdom of the Sufis."- Library Journal

Presenting more than three hundred beautiful and inspirational works from all eras of Sufism, from thousand-year-old prayers to contemporary Sufi poetry, this beautiful collection embraces the full diversity of a rich tradition and reveals the heart of Islamic mysticism.

Advanced Sex Magic. The Hanging Mystery Initiation. Maria de Naglowska. Occult. Sex Magick

Advanced Sex Magic. The Hanging Mystery Initiation. Maria de Naglowska. Occult. Sex Magick

"Advanced Sex Magic: The Hanging Mystery Initiation" by Maria de Naglowska was intended to be the second volume of teachings of the Brotherhood of the Golden Arrow following "The Light of Sex."

The first English translation of Maria de Naglowska’s treatise on advanced sexual magic practices, Le mystère de la pendaison

• Details Naglowska’s advanced occult teachings on the Third Term of the Trinity and the spiritually transformative power of sex

• Explains the mystical erotic hanging rituals of La confrérie de la Flèche d’Or [The Brotherhood of the Golden Arrow], the notorious occult order of 1930s Paris

• Continues the sexual initiatory teachings first expounded in Naglowska’s The Light of Sex

Available for the first time in English, Advanced Sex Magic illuminates the revolutionary occult teachings of Maria de Naglowska--Russian mystic, esoteric high priestess, and self-styled “Satanic Woman” of 1930s Paris. Her religious system, called the Third Term of the Trinity, considered the Holy Spirit (or Wholesome Spirit) to be feminine and taught the importance of sex for the regeneration of the world and the uplifting of humanity.

A complement to her The Light of Sex, this book on the hanging mystery initiation details her advanced teachings on the Third Term of the Trinity and the spiritually transformative power of sex and reveals the erotic ritual hanging and other sensory deprivation practices of her magical group, La confrérie de la Flèche d’Or [The Brotherhood of the Golden Arrow]. These advanced mystical sexual practices were required for initiation into the brotherhood, and, as Naglowska shows, only through the union of the masculine and the feminine can we bring about a reconciliation of the light and dark forces in nature.

MARIA DE NAGLOWSKA (1883-1936), also known as the Sophiale de Montparnasse, was a Russian occultist, mystic, and founder of the Brotherhood of the Golden Arrow. Her conferences in Paris in the 1930s were attended by many now famous avant-garde and notorious writers and artists, such as Julius Evola, Man Ray, and André Breton. She is also known for her translation of P. B. Randolph’s Magia Sexualis, the classic occult text that has survived only through her translation. Donald Traxler is both a translator and student of the occult. He lives in Martinez, California.

The Light of Sex. Initiation, Magic and Sacrament. Maria de Naglowska. Mysticism. Sex Magick

The Light of Sex. Initiation, Magic and Sacrament. Maria de Naglowska. Mysticism. Sex Magick

The first English translation of "The Light of Sex" by Maria de Naglowska (originally published in French in 1932).



The first English translation of Maria de Naglowska’s essential treatise on the spiritually transformative power of sex, La lumière du sexe

• Reveals mystic sexual practices for growth of the soul and enlightenment

• Explains the inner workings of the sex magic rituals of La confrérie de la Flèche d’Or [The Brotherhood of the Golden Arrow], the notorious occult order of 1930s Paris

• Translated from the original French with an Introduction and Notes by Donald Traxler

Never before available in English, The Light of Sex expounds the tenets of the revolutionary religious system conceived by Maria de Naglowska--Russian mystic, occultist, esoteric high priestess, rumored lover of Julius Evola, and self-styled “Satanic Woman” of 1930s Paris. Centered on what she called the Third Term of the Trinity, in which the Holy Spirit of the classic Christian trinity is recognized as the divine feminine, her practices aim to bring about a reconciliation of the light and dark forces in nature through the union of the masculine and feminine. Revealing the spiritually transformative power of sex, she shows how--through mystic sexual practices and veneration of the feminine spirit--growth of the soul, regeneration of the world, and enlightenment of humankind can be achieved.

This mystic treatise and guide to the sexually charged rituals that were a cause célèbre in 1930s Paris was required reading for those seeking to be initiated into Naglowska’s magical group La confrérie de la Flèche d’Or [The Brotherhood of the Golden Arrow]. It reveals Naglowska to be a powerful visionary, whose psychic powers were legendary, and an important figure in the continuing evolution of the Western Mystery tradition.

MARIA DE NAGLOWSKA (1883-1936) was a Russian occultist, mystic, and founder of the Brotherhood of the Golden Arrow. Her conferences in Paris in the 1930s were attended by many now famous avant-garde and notorious writers and artists, such as Julius Evola, Man Ray, and André Breton. She is also known for her translation of P. B. Randolph’s Magia Sexualis, the classic occult text that has survived only through her translation. DONALD TRAXLER is both a translator and student of the occult. He lives in Martinez, California.