The Philosopher's Stone - Regardie, Israel

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Résumé :
The Philosopher s Stone presents text and analysis of three major alchemical works, approached symbolically, using the symbol systems and viewpoints of magic and psychology. The objective of alchemical study has been described poignantly by Dr. Israel Regardie. Like modern psychological methods, the alchemical formulae have as their goal the creation of a whole man, a fully integrated individual. Not only does alchemy envisage a person whose several constituents of consciousness are united, but with the characteristic thoroughness of all occult and magical methods, it proceeds a stage further. Alchemy aspires toward the development of a free and illuminated psyche. It is here that it parts company with orthodox psychology, and here that Dr. Regardie s insights shine. The clarity and elegance of the author s style, and the precision and depth of his thought, make The Philosopher s Stone an important and meaningful experience for every person who aspires to personal development and wholeness.

Biographie:
Israel Regardie, (1907 1985) was an Adept in the tradition of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn and one of the greatest exponents of the Western Esoteric Tradition of the 20th century. At an early age, Regardie worked as Aleister Crowley s personal secretary. He aimed to preserve the teachings and work of both the Golden Dawn and Crowley. In addition to his own extensive writings, Regardie practiced as a chiropractor and as a neo-Reichian therapist. He taught Psychiatry at the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic.