Introduction to Hermeticism - Its Theory and Practice: Institute for Hermetic Studies Monograph Series

by Mark Stavish, Alfred DeStefano III (Editor)

Introduction to Hermeticism - Its Theory and Practice is a complete overview of the history, philosophy, and practice of Hermeticism from the classical to modern period. Students new to Hermeticism will find this book indispensable in helping them to find their way through the labyrinth of Hermetic ideas and how they are to be understood. Completely annotated, along with an outline of key points, and a suggested reading list, Introduction to Hermeticism - Its Theory and Practice is ideal for use in college classes as well as by members of practical study groups and lodges. This monograph is a completely revised and updated edition of an IHS paper previously released in 2004, and is the first title published in the Institute for Hermetic Studies Monograph Series.

Genres: Occult

64 pages, Paperback

Published February 10, 2016

About the author

Mark Stavish, the Director of Studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies (which he established in 1998), is a life-long student of esotericism with over 25 years experience in comparative religion, philosophy, psychology, and mysticism with emphasis on Traditional Western Esotericism. His articles have appeared in academic, specialty, and mass market publications specializing in spiritual studies, making Mark one of the leading authorities in Hermeticism today.

In addition to being a member and officer of several prominent Rosicrucian and Martinist societies, he served as the Director of Research for the Occult Research and Applications Project, of the Philosophers of Nature (PON). The Philosophers of Nature was founded by Jean Dubuis in France in 1979 and for twenty years was the leading resource for practical information on mineral and plant alchemy, as well as qabala. ORA, a statistically based research wing of the American branch of PON performed detailed exploration into the validity and practicality of various traditional esoteric methods. Original research from the ORA Project was published in the organization's journal, The Stone.

A graduate of King's College, in Theology (B.A.), and Communications (B.A.), and Rhode Island College (Providence), with a Master's degree in Counseling emphasizing psycho-spiritual modalities and Psychosynthesis, he brings a unique blend of tradition with modern research to the application of esoteric philosophy.

Reviews

[Maan Kawas · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent introduction!

[Ângela · Rating 5 out of 5]

A concise and clear introduction into hermeticism.
A must read for any metaphysical student and/or witchcraft initiate.