Bøker av Helena Blavatsky

At the age of 17, rejecting nineteenth-century materialism, Helena Blavatsky (1831-1891) left her native Russia and traveled through India, Tibet, Egypt, Europe, and the Americas seeking out the sources of ancient wisdom as a key to spiritual truth. In 1875 in New York, she co-founded the Theosophical Society for the study of occult traditions. Many popular ideas of rediscovered ancient wisdom, including reincarnation and karma, trace their origin to Helena Blavatsky and Theosophy. This anthology includes material on her life and travels, as well as excerpts from her major works.

In The Voice of the Silence, Helena Petrovna Blavatsky guides readers into the heart of spiritual awakening, weaving together fragments of ancient Eastern wisdom to illuminate the Path for those who seek enlightenment. Originally written as a sacred manual for aspirants on the path to self-knowledge and mastery, this profound text distills the essence of Blavatsky's teachings, exploring themes of compassion, selflessness, and the inner journey toward the "Silent Watcher" within each soul. Her voice resonates across the pages, urging readers to transcend the illusions of the material world and listen to the quiet call of higher truth, an unspoken harmony available only to those with open hearts and unwavering dedication.Blavatsky presents the work as an adaptation of Buddhist wisdom, particularly from the esoteric schools, guiding readers through three principal treatises on the stages of inner discipline, compassion, and enlightenment. Each passage challenges the reader to deeper self-reflection, revealing the truths that lie beyond the veil of everyday existence. The Voice of the Silence remains a timeless spiritual classic, offering profound insights for modern seekers on their own journey to enlightenment.Back Cover Summary"The Voice of the Silence is not merely a book but a portal to the eternal quest of the soul. Helena Blavatsky's masterpiece stands as a beacon for those yearning for truth and a life of purpose. Drawing from ancient wisdom, Blavatsky introduces seekers to the hidden dimensions of self, urging them to listen to the silence within, where the voice of the soul resides. This unique work invites readers to step beyond the boundaries of the material world and enter the timeless landscape of inner peace, compassion, and wisdom. The Voice of the Silence is an essential guide for all who walk the spiritual path."

Helena Blavatsky is one of the most famous occultists of all time. Founder of The Theosophical Society, she has developed a polarising reputation; her supporters see her as a visionary and a spiritual genius, her detractors as a charlatan and a fraud. Here are collected two of her short stories concerning spiritualism and the occult.