Shining Ones

by Philip Gardiner, Gary Osborn

Like a great mystery novel, The Shining Ones reveals the truth about a very ancient worldwide priesthood that was lost to history, but whose wisdom and power survived through mythology and legend. The group's mission was to control the development of the world, and how their plot played out at the human and political level makes an extraordinary story. Experts on mysticism and religion, Gardiner and Osborn trace their legacy and evidence of their secret rituals in the Knights Templar, the Rosicrucians, and the Freemasons.

Genres: Nonfiction, Occult, History

344 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2002

Reviews

[Jean · Rating 4 out of 5]

The authors Gardiner and Osborn never get around to trulely revealing any secret society.They do however bring to light some interesting observations with regards to the Kundalini process and how it ties into the mystical side of all religions throughout the ages. It should be read in conjunction with The Secret Teachings of All Ages by Manly P. Hall.

[RRex · Rating 1 out of 5]

I'm about halfway through and finding this book only mildly interesting. I have to confess that, after decades of reading books, I'm very sick of supposed "scholars" claiming that certain things represent or symbolize other things. To me that is pure unadulterated horseshit and the people who say it are too arrogant to admit THEY JUST DON'T KNOW.

When "quack-a-demics" say this about something it means they haven't got one bloody clue WHAT it means.

RIP, John Anthony West.

PS: If I hear "chakra" one more time I'm going to puke.

[Anthony Lynikas · Rating 1 out of 5]

Total gibberish

Author has misinterpreted quoted authors, waded deeply into vague, irrelevant myths and applied criticism of far more renowned and respected authors.

[Sharon Mcbride · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very enlightened book

This is an amazing book for those looking for the Truth to set them free!!!
I learned so much and they are giving us the puzzle pieces, for those who choose to go on the journey of awakening!!
Thank you

[Pat · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another history from another direction for why there is control of society and how it developed.

[Steven · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Truth is Out There

Very interesting! Follows the path of the Shining Ones throughout history. If this is your genre, then you will love this book!

[Olga · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some great, well researched points but missing out crucial pieces of evidence.

[Rana · Rating 4 out of 5]

Breathtaking and Magical . You will flip rapidly through the pages and love the diagrams and illustrations included. Chapters will just fly by reading this book.

Although, I did get the impression that the authors tried to cram a lot of information in a very small book.I got lost a couple of times reading it and had to reread previous chapters. Nevertheless, I recommend you read this book. You will enjoy it immensely.
I especially loved the rule of 7, like the 7 chakras and the 7 heavens. symbolic meanings of the cross and swatsika, and I got to know more about kundalini and ancient symbols like that of fish and snakes. Overall, an intriguing book especially the first few chapters and the last chapter.

[Cassia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this book

As soon as I finger reading the Serpent Grail which I thought was fantastic, I bought this book and again it’s a superb read. The author has done a thorough research and the logic in linking all the parallels make so much sense.

Love this topic and wish there were more book by the same author as I’d read them all.

Can’t recommend them enough, really among some of the best books I’ve ever read!

Look forward to new releases as I’m a big fun now.

[Joshua Cannon · Rating 2 out of 5]

An amalgamation of twisted gnosticism at its finest. Despite the author's opposition to sound biblical doctrine, this is still a truly fascinating read.

[Ian Fowles · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the most fascinating books I've ever read. Opened my eyes to Kundalini symbolism everywhere.