The kybalion was first published in 1908 by the yogi publication society and is now in the public domain, and can be found on the internet. Hermetic philosophy is a book claiming to be the essence of the teachings of hermes trismegistus, published anonymously by a group or person under the pseudonym of the three initiates. The transformational occult classicnow in a special abridged edition with a new introduction since its first appearance on the american. A missionary in malaya observed that the natives engaged in all of what he called the carnal sins except one. Im relatively new to hermetic philosophy, and in book form i would have procratinated over reading this forever. Jan 05, 2016 the kybalion by the three initiates audio book. One of the foundations of the book is the dedication to the seven principles and there is a complete chapter describing each one in detail. The emerald tablet of hermes first appeared in the alchemical libraries of europe during the 12th century. The book purports to be based upon ancient hermeticism, though. Written by the three intiates, narrated by mitch horowitz. Traveling home with the crusaders, this seminal work is alleged to be written by hermes. The universe, the kybalion tells us, is contained in the mind of the all.
The kybalion three initiates audiobook and ebook all. The authors are 3 anonymous initiates utilizing hermetic principles, passed down to wise king solomon whose name means 3 lights, and who. It was interesting to see the thoughts of this group interpreted in such an. In this, the kybalion honours the views of the ancients. The kybalion was first published in 1908 by the yogi publication society and is now in the public domain. The kybalion is definitely a product of the new thought movement, but that movement was inspired by the new testament which had a strong hermetic influence. Thought vibration, william walker atkinson audio book. The kybalion the kybalion audiobook, by the three initiates. The kybalion full audio book the three initiates youtube. The details of his life story are lost to history, owing to the lapse of the years, though several of the ancient countries disputed with.
The three initiates who authored the kybalion chose to remain anonymous. It is a short yet incredibly mind expanding book that introduces the seven hermetic principles upon which most all occult, esoteric, and even new age doctrines are founded. But their customary attitude has always been strictly in accordance with the other hermetic aphorism, also in the kybalion. For more free audio books or to become a volunteer reader, visit. Hermeticism is a religiousphilosophical ideology based upon writings attributed to hermes trismegistus ancient greek god. Originally published in 1908, the kybalion is a study of the hermetic. The lips of wisdom are closed, except to understanding. Its esoteric insights, drawn from the hermetic traditions. The kybalion audio book ive looked everywhere for an audio book version of the kybalion, and since the search cameup empty, i have decided to record it myself. Hermetic philosophy is a 1908 book claiming to be the essence of the teachings of hermes trismegistus. Written by three initiates, audiobook narrated by jeff moon.
Even to this day there will be found but few reliable books on the hermetic. Click a title to access the audio and pdf document. A strong thought or a thought long continued, will make us the center of attraction for the corresponding thought waves of others. The authors are summing up hermetic thought with a heavy dose of the new thought movement thrown in. The kybalion is the essence of the teachings of hermes trismegistus, published anonymously by a group or person under the pseudonym of the three initiates. The transformational occult classicnow in a special abridged edition with a new introduction since its first appearance on the american metaphysical scene in 1908, the kybalion has been a source of wisdom, wonder, and practical advice.
The most popular occult work of the twentieth century the kybalion has long fascinated readers with its exploration of hermetic wisdom. The kybalion serves as an introduction to socalled hermetic philosophy to many. The kybalion, the three initiates audio enlightenment. It was published in the early 20th century and preaches a philosophy closer to that of the new thought movement. Appears in 39 books from 19082008 page 93 life is not known to men on this plane if, indeed, to any but the highest authorities, and our own intuitions, teach us that we will make no. So starts the first chapter of the kybalion i discovered this little giant book, first printed in 1908, when i read. There are those who have criticised this attitude of the hermetists, and who have claimed that they did not manifest. Their references to the kybalion are awesome quotes as a way of teaching the paradigm in concise snippets. Credited to the mysterious three initiates, the kybalion is an esoteric classic that has remained popular since its initial publication in 1908. Librivox recording of the kybalion by the three initiates read by algy pug. The book explores the seven hermetic principlesincluding the principles of causation, mental transmutation, and polarityand the philosophies it contains became founding ideas in the new thought. The thought of the kybalion is decidedly focused on logos, and this is a central distinction between hermetic thought and that of the kybalion.
By mitch horowitz the short book called the kybalion, published in 1908, is probably the most popular and, in my estimation, most important occult work of the twentieth century. Like attracts like in the thought world as ye sow so shall ye reap. The following is mitch horowitzs introduction to his new audio condensation of the kybalion. Hermetic philosophy is a 1908 book claiming to be the essence of the teachings of hermes trismegistus, published anonymously by a group or person under the pseudonym of the three. It is a short yet incredibly mind expanding book that introduces the seven hermetic principles upon which most all. All else flows from this perfect mind, and the object of the hermetists was to reunite themselves with mind. The book purports to be based upon ancient hermeticism.
Hermetic philosophy is a 1908 book claiming to be the essence of the teachings of hermes trismegistus, published anonymously by a group or person under the. The book purports to be based upon ancient hermeticism, though many of its ideas are relatively modern concepts arising from the new thought movement. The emphasis of the hermetica is on the divine mind as the highest expression of the godhead. Hermetic philosophy is a 1908 book claiming to be the essence of. Gospel of peace, book one gospel of peace, book two gospel of peace, book three gospel of peace, book four essene origin of christianity josephus and his contemporaries the essene jesus essene. Since downloading it and burning to cd ive already started listening, and im. Several editions of the book have been published over the years, in etext, paperback and hardback formats. The divine pymander of hermes, and the life and teachings of thoth hermes trismegistus. Download and keep this book for free with a 30 day trial. Kybalion version 2 by the three initiates free at loyal books. We encourage questions and comments to our team with the use of our contact page and appreciate any donations from listeners to support our efforts. The kybalion is arguably the most important piece of literature associated with hermeticism. Each one of the seven principles brings to light a number of ways to become more familiar with your self and become a better and more enlightened individual.
The all creates the universe mentally, in a manner akin to the process whereby man creates mental images. One of the foundations of the book is the dedication to the seven principles and there is. One famous book begins with the following sentence. This small booklet provides the reader with an understandable and reasonably thorough exegesis of the principles of hermetic thought. The book explores the seven hermetic principlesincluding the. This hermetic collection contains the most influential hermetic writings. A study of hermetic philosophy of ancient egypt and greece audiobook written by the three initiates. Many other books of the same category but of other persuasions also propose and follow this thought. In this extraordinary 1912 book, three secret initiates to his teachingswho remain. Jan 01, 2011 this book of hermetic philosophy claims to be the essence of the teachings of hermes trismegistus. Guest post by kat tepelyan the lips of wisdom are closed, except to the ears of understanding. Read the kybalion a study of the hermetic philosophy of ancient egypt and greece by three initiates available from rakuten kobo. Prosperity talks on truth twelve powers of man the sermon on the mount the lords prayer the ten commandments.
The kybalion is a book about a book that doesnt historically exist. The lips of wisdom are closed, except to the ears of understanding. The new thinking kybalion is easy on the eye to read. The book purports to be based upon ancient hermeticism, though many of its ideas are. The audiobook explores the seven hermetic principlesincluding the principles of causation, mental. A study of the hermetic philosophy of ancient egypt and greece was originally published under the pen name, three initiates, in 1908. Hermetic philosophy is a 1908 book claiming to be the essence of the teachings of hermes trismegistus, published anonymously by a group or person under the pseudonym of the three initiates. As a result, a great deal of speculation has been made about who actually wrote the book. Appears in 39 books from 19082008 page 93 life is not known to men on this plane if, indeed, to any but the highest authorities, and our own intuitions, teach us that we will make no mistake in living up to the best that is in us, so far as is possible, and realizing the universal tendency in the same direction in spite. It claims to have been based on the philosophy of hermeticism, which became influential to the development of the new age of thought in the early 1900s. This book of hermetic philosophy claims to be the essence of the. By mitch horowitz the short book called the kybalion, published in 1908, is probably the most popular and, in. This book of hermetic philosophy claims to be the essence of the teachings of hermes trismegistus.
Birds of a feather flock together in the thought world curses like chickens come home to roost, and bringing their friends with them. Get this book free when you sign up for a 30day trial. Gospel of peace, book one gospel of peace, book two gospel of peace, book three gospel of peace, book four essene origin of christianity josephus and his contemporaries the essene jesus essene book of creation enoch to the dead sea scrolls. This vintage book was published in 1912 by the yogi publication society. This thin book is an alchemical modernday distillation of not creating worldly riches but of creating mental and spiritual riches. Traveling home with the crusaders, this seminal work is alleged to be written by hermes trismegistusthoth. Since downloading it and burning to cd ive already started listening, and im loving it. However, after more study, it is clear that the kybalion is not a book about hermetic philosophy at all. Also read the emerald tablet and read the kybalion again. Listen to full length audio books online for free on youtube. The lips of wisdom are closed, except to the ears of. The most common proposal is that the kybalion was authored by william walker atkinson, either alone or with others, such as paul foster case and elias gewurz. It is believed by many that the kybalion was authored by william walker atkinson, either alone or with others. F rom old egypt have come the fundamental esoteric and occult teachings which have so strongly influenced the philosophies of all races, nations and peoples, for several thousand years.
The book is rivaled in significance only by a much longer and very. Hermetic philosophy, originally published in 1908 under the pseudonym of the three initiates, is a book claiming to be the essence of the teachings of hermes trismegistus. The kybalion was anonymously printed in 1908 by the three initiates. It is all the same idea, the kybalion is simply restating it in 20th century. Im not such a great speaker, lots of mispronunciations, errors, swallows and pauses for breath, etc. A mustlisten for the progressive mind, the kybalion. The kybalion audiobook by the three initiates apps on. These principles are crucial to understand for the spiritual seeker. The kybalion audio book librivox audio books bookdesign. So starts the first chapter of the kybalion i discovered this little giant book, first printed in 1908, when i read the ancient secret of the flower of life, its author mentioning the kybalion several times. The emphasis of the hermetica is on the divine mind as.
We offer free audio books for a selection of classic literature and philosophy titles. The new thinking kybalion is easy on the eye to read and does attribute its core source to maitland and atkinson. Hermeticism affirms a single theological thought present in all religious beliefs and. The kybalion by the three initiates audio book youtube.
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