The Mystery Of The Eleusis

The Mystery of the Eleusis is a book written by Rudolf Steiner, a philosopher and spiritual teacher. The book explores the ancient Greek mystery cult of Eleusis, which was dedicated to the goddess Demeter and her daughter Persephone. Steiner delves into the history and rituals of the cult, and offers his own interpretation of their meaning and significance.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of the history and mythology of Eleusis, including the story of Demeter and Persephone, and the various stages of initiation that members of the cult would undergo. Steiner examines the role of the priestesses and priests, as well as the symbolism and meaning of the rituals that were performed.In the second part of the book, Steiner offers his own spiritual interpretation of the Eleusinian mysteries. He argues that the cult was a form of spiritual education, designed to help individuals awaken to their own inner divinity and connect with the spiritual world. He explores the themes of death and rebirth, the relationship between the physical and spiritual worlds, and the importance of spiritual development.Overall, The Mystery of the Eleusis is a fascinating exploration of an ancient spiritual tradition, and offers insights into the nature of spiritual development and the human quest for meaning and connection.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Wonders of the World: Trials of the Soul and Revelations of the Spirit, by Rudolf Steiner. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564597806.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.