Annie Besant

Broschiertes Buch

Theosophy and Human Life 1905

Beschreibung

Theosophy and Human Life is a book written by Annie Besant in 1905. Theosophy is a philosophical and spiritual movement that seeks to understand the mysteries of the universe and the nature of humanity. In this book, Besant explores the teachings of Theosophy and how they can be applied to human life. She discusses topics such as karma, reincarnation, the spiritual evolution of humanity, and the role of the individual in the larger cosmic scheme. Besant also addresses practical issues such as health, education, and social justice, and how Theosophy can inform our approach to these areas of life. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in Theosophy or spiritual philosophy more broadly.Four lectures delivered at the Twenty-Ninth Anniversary Meeting of the Theosophical Society at Benares, December, 1904.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Autor

Annie Besant (1847-1933) was a British writer, social activist, and spiritual leader who played a significant role in the Theosophical Society, a spiritual organization. Besant was born in London and grew up in a middle-class family. She became interested in social and political activism as a young woman and was a prominent advocate for women's rights, workers' rights, and Indian self-rule. In the late 19th century, Besant became interested in spiritualism and the occult, and she joined the Theosophical Society. Besant was a prolific writer and speaker on a wide range of topics, including Theosophy, Hinduism, and women's rights. She authored numerous books, including "An Introduction to Yoga," and was a popular lecturer in both Europe and India. Besant was also involved in politics and was a member of the Indian National Congress. She was instrumental in the Home Rule movement in India and was later elected as the first female president of the Indian National Congress. Overall, Annie Besant was a complex and influential figure in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, who made significant contributions to social activism, spirituality, and political movements.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 128
• Erscheinungstermin: 15. Oktober 2004
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 7mm
• Gewicht: 198g
• ISBN-13: 9781417978441
• ISBN-10: 1417978449
• Artikelnr.: 21440906