Parsifal Unveiled

Author: Samael Aun Weor
Publisher: Glorian Publishing
ISBN: 1934206911
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 252

Book Description
"When religion becomes artificial, art has a duty to rescue it. Art can show that the symbols which religions would have us believe literally true are actually figurative. Art can idealize those symbols, and so reveal the profound truths they contain." - Richard Wagner Parsifal, the epic, final opera by Richard Wagner, stunned audiences and set the stage for the decline of modern civilization. For more than one hundred years, Parsifal has been one of the most controversial dramatic works in the world, not only moving the world's top composers and writers to tears and inspiring generations of creative geniuses, but it was also admired by Adolf Hitler. Wagner's retelling of the myth of the Holy Grail and the knights who protect it showed the secret path to liberation from suffering, but no one understood it. Wagner himself never explained Parsifal, and in his wake thousands of writers, critics, and artists have attempted to penetrate its mysteries yet have failed, since they were not initiated into the secret tradition it came from. Finally, in this book by Samael Aun Weor, the meaning of Parsifal is fully revealed, and the genius and spiritual accomplishments of Richard Wagner are made radiantly clear. "The year 1914 will always be a memorable date among the remarkable dates of this humanity, because of the explosion of the First World War and the simultaneous debut of Parsifal in all the civilized world." - Samael Aun Weor Features: • A complete exposure of the spiritual archetypes hidden in Parsifal, with examples from other religions and mythologies • Detailed instructions for sexual transmutation, including postures and mantras • Includes the complete libretto of Parsifal

Parsifal Unveiled

Author: Samael Aun Weor
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780980534986
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

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Parsifal

Author: Richard Wagner
Publisher: Alma Books
ISBN: 071454535X
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 129

Book Description
These Opera Guides are ideal com panions to the opera. They provide stimulating introductory articles together with the complete text of each opera in English and the original. More than any other work in the operatic repertory, Parsifal demands a personal commitment and response. As the culmination of half a lifetime's preoccupation with the issues of compassion and redemption, it has profound philosophical implications. As the ultimate example of Wagner's idiom it is an extraordinary musical structure. The unique quality of the subject inspired a wholly original musical conception. Here are four very different essays designed, in their variety, to set you thinking about it what it means to you. The translation was commissioned for the first production by English National Opera in 1986.Contents: A Very Human Epic Mike Ashman; Recapitulation of a Lifetime Dieter Borchmeyer; Experiencing Music and Imagery in 'Parsifal' Robin Holloway; 'Parsifal': Words and Music Carolyn Abbate; Discussions into the Dramaturgy of 'Parsifal' Gerd Rienaecker; Thematic Guide Lionel Friend; 'Parsifal' poem by Richard Wagner; 'Parsifal' English translation by Andrew Porter; Act One; Act Two; Act Three; Discography Cathy Peterson; Bibliography; Contributors

Light from Darkness

Author:
Publisher: Glorian Publishing
ISBN: 1934206784
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 126

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The Fifth Gospel

Author: Rudolf Steiner
Publisher: Rudolf Steiner Press
ISBN: 1855843110
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 255

Book Description
From his clairvoyant reading of the supersensible Akashic Record - the cosmic memory of all events, actions and thoughts - Rudolf Steiner was able to speak of aspects of the life of Jesus Christ which are not contained in the four biblical Gospels. Such research, in that it is not based on historical records or extant documents, can be spoken of as a 'Fifth Gospel'.Steiner speaks, for example, of Jesus' life in the community of the Essenes, the temptation of Christ in the wilderness, and of a significant conversation between Jesus and Mary.

Parsifal

Author: Howard Duffield
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 104

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The Yellow Book

Author: Samael Aun Weor
Publisher: Glorian Publishing
ISBN: 1934206636
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 88

Book Description
Learn the practical science to work directly with the root energy of all existence, and experience for oneself the reality of the ancient and mysterious Divine Mother Kundalini, spoken of in all the world’s great religions. Includes practices of meditation, transmutation, astral projection, pranayama, and the long-hidden Jinn Science.

Wagner's Parsifal

Author: Richard H. Bell
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 1620328852
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 401

Book Description
Parsifal, Wagner's final opera, is considered by many to be one of the greatest religious musical works ever composed; but it is also one of the most difficult to understand and many have questioned whether it can be considered a "Christian" work at all. Added to this is the furious debate that has surrounded the composer as an anti-Semite, racist, and inspiration for Hitler. Richard Bell addresses such issues and argues that despite any personal failings Wagner makes a fundamental theological contribution through his many writings and ultimately in Parsifal which, he argues, preaches Christ crucified in a way that can never be captured by words alone. He argues that Wagner offers a vision of the divine and a "theology of Good Friday" that can both function as profound therapy and address current theological controversies.

Kundalini Yoga

Author: Samael Aun Weor
Publisher: Glorian Publishing
ISBN: 1934206474
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 103

Book Description
For thousands of years, many have wondered at the tales of the mysterious force called the serpent power or the kundalini, yet the method to attain this power has been hidden, misunderstood, or sometimes, intentionally sabotaged. Now, like a refreshing spring breeze, Samael Aun Weor wipes away the dust and reveals the sacred mysteries of our most ancient and holy science. With a firm foundation in scripture and practical knowledge, the method to awaken and develop the root energy of life is made clear and accessible to all. It is no longer necessary to theorize or debate: through the practice of the techniques in this book, one can know. 'You will find terrific secrets within this book, secrets that never in the history of life were published.' - Samael Aun Weor Includes an excerpt about sexual energy from the important Yoga scripture 'Siva Samhita.' Topics include: The Universal Fire; The Degrees of Power of the Fire; The Two Witnesses; The Yogic Matrimony; The Seven Chakras; The Chakra Muladhara; The Chakra Svadhishthana; The Chakra Manipura; The Chakra Anahata; The Chakra Vishuddha; The Chakra Ajna; The Chakra Sahasrara; The Seven Seals; Internal Meditation; and more.

The Revolution of Beelzebub

Author: Samael Aun Weor
Publisher: Glorian Publishing
ISBN: 1934206628
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 193

Book Description
The Revolution of Beelzebub tells the incredible story of Samael Aun Weor and his efforts to convert the demon Beelzebub. This controversial book explains in detail the subtle distinctions between positive and negative schools of awakening, and includes many adventures in the internal worlds, practices of Alchemy / Tantra, important clues to differentiate between White and Black Magic, angels and demons, and all the essential foundations of positive spiritual work.