Ancient Wisdom And Man's Ascent

Ancient Wisdom And Man's Ascent is a book written by Annie Besant, a prominent Theosophist and women's rights activist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is a collection of essays on various aspects of spiritual and philosophical thought, drawing upon the teachings of Eastern religions and theosophical principles. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the nature of consciousness, the role of karma in human life, the evolution of the soul, and the relationship between humanity and the divine. Besant also explores the teachings of various spiritual traditions, such as Hinduism, Buddhism, and Taoism, and discusses how these traditions can inform and enrich modern spiritual practice. Throughout the book, Besant emphasizes the importance of self-knowledge and self-realization as key components of spiritual growth and development. She also stresses the need for individuals to take responsibility for their own spiritual journey, rather than relying on external authorities or dogmas. Overall, Ancient Wisdom And Man's Ascent offers a compelling and insightful exploration of spiritual and philosophical thought, drawing upon a wide range of traditions and sources to provide a comprehensive and holistic view of human spirituality.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Ancient Wisdom: An Outline of Theosophical Teachings, by Annie Besant. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766102009.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.