Few words are needed in sending this little book out into the world. It is the fifth of a series of Manuals designed to meet the public demand for a simple exposition of Theosophical teachings. Some have complained that our literature is at once too abstruse, too technical, and too expensive for the ordinary reader, and it is our hope that the present series may succeed in supplying what is a very real want. Theosophy is not only for the learned; it is for all. Perhaps among those who in t...

First published in 1895, "The Astral Plane" (also known as "The Astral Plane: Its Scenery, Inhabitants & Phenomena") by Charles Webster Leadbeater is a Theosophical Classic describing what the Astral Plane is, its advantages, its dangers, what types of spirits inhabit it, what it is like, and how to get there.An engrossing document of the public fascination with the paranormal at the turn of the 20th century, "The Astral Plane" explains one aspect of theosophy, the metaphys...

In 1926 Charles Webster Leadbeater published "The Hidden Life in Freemasonry" for the handful of Masons aiming to understand the true occult-theosophical workings of Freemasonry.Leadbeater reveals how the Masonic ritual is a scientific way of energizing the Masonic lodge and its faithful members so as to bring about an attunement with the Great White Lodge."The Hidden Life in Freemasonry" develops key aspects of Freemasonry: History of Masonry; The Lodge; The Fittings of the...

When undertaking to prepare a new edition of this book I received permission from the authors to "throw it into the form in which you think it would be most useful at the present time." It was left to my discretion, "What to use and what to omit." I have not found it necessary to avail myself to any considerable extent of this latter permission. But as the contents of the book were originally arranged the reader was ill-prepared to appreciate the importance of the later research for want o...

In "The Hidden Side of Things", a classic work of clairvoyant investigation first published in 1913, Charles Webster Leadbeater reveals those hidden aspects of the physical world that, once seen, imbue life with greater significance, happiness, and meaning. Normally glimpsed by only a few, these hidden realms consist of the fourth dimension, the higher world, and the plan and purpose of existence. Leadbeater shows how all three influence our daily lives, in a remarkable work of exploration...

Charles Webster Leadbeater was a former Anglican minister and a clairvoyant who joined the Theosophical Society. He became Presiding Catholic Bishop of the Society. He was a prolific writer of many occult and paranormal books and pamphlets, and one of the most famous is "Man, Visible and Invisible".Originally published in 1903, "Man, Visible and Invisible" is an esoteric classic that examines the invisible bodies of humans, showing how the colours of the aura change with different ...

The early history of Java appears to be wrapped in mystery. From reading most of the books written in English on the subject one would infer that the Island was entirely unknown to the rest of the world until it was visited by the Chinese pilgrim Fa Hien in the year 412 A.D. ; and even after that there are at intervals gaps of several cen- turies which it seems at present impossible to fill by any ordinary means. Ruins are plentiful, but scarcely any of them are more than 1200 years old, a...

"How Theosophy Came to Me", authored by Charles Webster Leadbeater. This edition delivers a compelling exploration of its central themes and offers readers an immersive and thought-provoking experience. It examines wide-ranging themes that will resonate with thoughtful readers. Readers can expect a clear structure: an engaging opening that establishes stakes, a sequence of scenes or essays that develop central ideas, and a concluding section that synthesizes insights and suggests practical...

"Hidden Life in Freemasonry, The", authored by Charles Webster Leadbeater. This edition delivers a compelling exploration of its central themes and offers readers an immersive and thought-provoking experience. It examines wide-ranging themes that will resonate with thoughtful readers. Readers can expect a clear structure: an engaging opening that establishes stakes, a sequence of scenes or essays that develop central ideas, and a concluding section that synthesizes insights and suggests pr...

In "Clairvoyance," Charles Webster Leadbeater presents a comprehensive exploration of the theme of spiritual perception through the lens of Theosophy, weaving together philosophical insights, firsthand experiences, and practical guidance. Leadbeater employs a lucid and evocative style that engages readers while introducing complex concepts of astral travel, psychic abilities, and the role of intuition in human experience. This work not only sits firmly within the context of early 20th-cent...

In this classic work of clairvoyant investigation first published in 1913, Charles Leadbeater reveals those hidden aspects of the physical world that, once seen, imbue life with greater significance, happiness, and meaning. Normally glimpsed by only a few, these hidden realms consist of the fourth dimension, the higher world, and the plan and purpose of existence. Leadbeater shows how all three influence our daily lives, in a remarkable work of exploration that can be enjoyed by anyone who...

Clairvoyance means literally nothing more than "clear-seeing," and it is a word which has been sorely misused, and even degraded so far as to be employed to describe the trickery of a mountebank in a variety show. Even in its more restricted sense it covers a wide range of phenomena, differing so greatly in character that it is not easy to give a definition of the word which shall be at once succinct and accurate.