Christianity as Mystical Fact and the Mysteries of Antiquity: (Cw 8) by Rudolf S

Description: Christianity as Mystical Fact and the Mysteries of Antiquity by Rudolf Steiner, David Ecklund, Clifford Venho Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Hardcover Condition Brand New Description Written 1902 (CW 8)As one of the earliest works by Rudolf Steiner that addresses esoteric themes directly, Christianity as Mystical Fact forms the cornerstone for a new understanding of the essence of Christianity and its place in the spiritual evolution of humanity. The book traces the development of knowledge preserved in the mystery schools of Egypt and Greece, reveals hidden meanings behind ancient myths, and shows how events of Christs life encompass the greatest mystery of all--the Mystery of Golgotha.In this book, the reader will encounter ancient philosophers, from Heraclitus and Empedocles to Plato and Philo of Alexandria, each revealing a thread in the tapestry of humanitys spiritual life. The esoteric teachings contained in the New Testament and the cosmic significance of Christs deed on Golgotha are laid bare by Rudolf Steiners spiritual research.This great journey leads to a core insight: "Christianity as mystical fact is a stage of development in the course of human evolution; and the processes in the mysteries, and the effects produced by them, are the preparation for this mystical fact."The Chadwick Library Edition is an endeavor to republish--mostly in new or thoroughly revised English translations--several written works of Rudolf Steiner. The edition is named for the late horticulturist Alan Chadwick, whose life and work has served as inspiration to the small group from which the idea originated. Our extensive experience with special bindings led to the selection--for this "trade edition" of 750 books--of a leather spine binding, cloth sides, and a light slipcase. For the hand-numbered edition (100 books), the binding is full leather with a hand-gilt top of the pages in a fine, stiff, cloth-covered slipcase. The leather is blue calfskin, and the title stamping on the spines is in genuine gold leaf. All of this will be carried out by hand at one of the finest binders, Ruggero Rigoldi.This book is a translation from German of "Das Christentum als mystische Tatsache und die Mysterien des Altertum" (GA 8). Read more about the Chadwick Library Edition at chadwicklibrarypress.org. Author Biography Rudolf Steiner (b. Rudolf Joseph Lorenz Steiner, 1861-1925) was born in the small village of Kraljevec, Austro-Hungarian Empire (now in Croatia), where he grew up. As a young man, he lived in Weimar and Berlin, where he became a well-published scientific, literary, and philosophical scholar, known especially for his work with Goethes scientific writings. Steiner termed his spiritual philosophy anthroposophy, meaning "wisdom of the human being." As an exceptionally developed seer, he based his work on direct knowledge and perception of spiritual dimensions. He initiated a modern, universal "spiritual science" that is accessible to anyone willing to exercise clear and unbiased thinking. From his spiritual investigations, Steiner provided suggestions for the renewal of numerous activities, including education (general and for special needs), agriculture, medicine, economics, architecture, science, philosophy, Christianity, and the arts. There are currently thousands of schools, clinics, farms, and initiatives in other fields that involve practical work based on the principles Steiner developed. His many published works feature his research into the spiritual nature of human beings, the evolution of the world and humanity, and methods for personal development. He wrote some thirty books and delivered more than six thousand lectures throughout much of Europe. In 1924, Steiner founded the General Anthroposophical Society, which today has branches around the world. David Ecklund studied eurythmy at the American Eurythmy School near Mt. Shasta, California, and at the Eurythmeum in Stuttgart, Germany. He has worked as a teacher of eurythmy, languages, and Anthroposophy on three continents. His other adventures include planting a hundred-thousand trees, co-founding Youth Initiative High School and Thoreau College (both in Viroqua, Wisconsin), acting at the Fairbanks Shakespeare Theatre in Alaska, coaching C-suite executives in the tech industry, volunteering at Camphill communities in Eastern Europe, and starting a family. He is deeply grateful for the opportunity to work as a translator for the Chadwick Library Press, where he has contributed to the translation and revision of many of Rudolf Steiners books, most notably, producing new translations of The Philosophy of Spiritual Activity and Theosophy. Clifford Venho is a poet, translator, author, editor for SteinerBooks, and movement artist. He was born in New York City and studied English and creative writing at the State University of New York at New Paltz. His poetry has appeared or is forthcoming in The Dewdrop, Modern Literature, Chronogram Magazine, and La Piccioletta Barca, among other publications. His translation of Novalis Hymns to the Night was published by Mercury Press (2015). He is also a translator at Chadwick Library Edition, focusing on the translation of works by Austrian philosopher and spiritual thinker Rudolf Steiner. His essays on Shakespeare, the art of eurythmy, and Rudolf Steiner have appeared or are forthcoming in The Decadent Review and Being Human. He teaches courses in eurythmy and poetry at Eurythmy Spring Valley, New York. Details ISBN 173454614X ISBN-13 9781734546149 Title Christianity as Mystical Fact and the Mysteries of Antiquity Author Rudolf Steiner, David Ecklund, Clifford Venho Format Hardcover Year 2021 Pages 232 Publisher Chadwick Library Press GE_Item_ID:138313450; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. 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