On The Nature of Esoteric Cults
Rosencreutz・2 minutes read
Tarot cards originated in Europe and Quebec, later associated with divination and occult practices. Theosophy focuses on spiritual self-actualization, exploring Eastern spiritual practices, and forming a universal brotherhood of humanity.
Insights
- Tarot originated in Europe and Quebec in the 14th century, evolving from a card game to a tool associated with divination and occult practices, as explored in Paul Foster Case's book "The Tarot" focusing on esoteric aspects.
- Theosophy, founded by Helena Blavatsky, promotes spiritual self-actualization through a universal brotherhood, studying various disciplines, and exploring human potential, influencing movements like Anthroposophy and reshaped Theosophy by Laurency to be more Western-focused, emphasizing individualism and self-actualization.
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What is the origin of tarot cards?
Tarot cards originated in Europe and Quebec in the 14th century CE, initially as a card game before being associated with divination and occult practices in the late 1700s.
What are the core tenets of Theosophy?
The core tenets of Theosophy include forming a universal brotherhood of humanity, studying religion, philosophy, and science, and investigating latent human powers to promote spiritual self-actualization and explore Eastern spiritual practices in the Western world.
Who founded Theosophy and what are its practices?
Theosophy was founded in 1875 in New York City by Helena Blavatsky, focusing on spiritual practices like gurus, reincarnation, astral projection, and telepathy to promote self-actualization, spiritual empowerment, and the evolution of humanity.
What distinguishes Anthroposophy from Theosophy?
Anthroposophy, founded by Rudolf Steiner, focuses on human development over spiritual growth, emphasizing a Western approach and scientific terminology, diverging from Eastern spiritual roots, and influencing education systems like Finland's with a focus on creativity and open-mindedness in teaching methods.
What is the concept of the Black Lodge in Theosophy?
The Black Lodge is a secret organization depicted as a counter-movement to Theosophy, aiming to destroy the world and involving figures like Communists, Zionists, Hitler, and Atlanteans, with proponents like Charles Leadbeater and reshaper Laurency discussing its existence.