Dictionary of Mysticism
Author | : Frank Gaynor |
Publisher | : Open Road Media |
Total Pages | : 251 |
Release | : 2018-06-19 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781504055079 |
ISBN-13 | : 1504055071 |
Rating | : 4/5 (071 Downloads) |
Download or read book Dictionary of Mysticism written by Frank Gaynor and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2018-06-19 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than 2,200 terms defined in an essential reference on religious mysticism, esoteric philosophy, occultism, and more. Dictionary of Mysticism provides concise definitions for more than 2,200 terms used in many philosophies, religions, and doctrines which relate to the influence of the superhuman and supernatural on man’s everyday life. Terms relating to esoteric philosophy, occultism, religious mysticism, spiritualism, alchemy, and psychical research are defined. Particular attention is given to the Eastern philosophies of Buddhism, Brahmanism, Sufism, Lamaism, Zoroastrianism, Theosophy, and Cabbalism. Also included are terms used in magic and demonology.