With ovear 3000 cross-referenced entries this is an invaluable reference to the mystical and esoteric traditions. It gives succinct definitions in the fields of magic hermeticism, alchemy, spiritualism, parapsychology, eastern and western mysticism, mind and consciousness research divination, tarot, and a variety of less welll-known subjects. It also features biographies of leading figures in the field with details of their lives, philosophies and writings- from astrologer Evangeline Adams to the prophet Zarathustra.

A comprehensive reference guide to all things occult, covering a broad range of magic tradition from Babylonian times to the present day. This authoritative reference text by linguist and occult expert Harry E. Wedeck offers a broad understanding of witchcraft, necromancy, paganism, the occult, and many of magic’s other manifestations. With in-depth information on essential concepts, practices, and vocabulary, Dictionary of the Occult also covers many of the most notable wizards and demonographers. Perhaps the most famous word in all of magic, Abracadabra is in fact a magic formula used in incantations against sickness or ill luck. Black Mass is a mass held in honor of the Devil. Geloscopy is the practice of divination through observing someone’s laughter. From A-to-Z, Wedeck covers magical names and terms from around the world and down through the ages.

A collection of nearly 3,000 entries on people, objects, concepts, and language that make up the esoteric traditions. Coverage includes Eastern and Western worlds, the mythical and historical, as well as the contemporary and obscure.

The Esoteric Dictionary is a small, succinct volume of mostly common words with uncommon understandings designed to bring insights to the reader. This book can be a mental maze for those who like distinct, linear avenues of thought and belief systems; and, simultaneously a map - for divine fools who trip along paths fearlessly and unwittingly - musing on the words, and allowing a turn of mind to put them in another part of the landscape. One may begin at Angels and end with Zero, or begin with Red Herrings and finish at Destiny - it makes no difference, for this is a map/maze which readers create in their own mindscape. There is no beginning and no end, changing form and dimension in the mind's eye. Mental travelers may find some areas of the book not relevant to their map. For those creating a maze, paragraphs may appear as confusing and paradoxical dead-ends. Beware of the lurking Minotaur within the mind! The Esoteric Dictionary is easy to read, sophisticated, yet with an underlying humor that clarifies the readers' understanding of what would normally be complex esoteric concepts. It is an ideal gift book, and appeals to those that are not necessarily interested in esoteric concepts, but in life's various perspectives. One needs no background knowledge of metaphysics to understand the ideas presented in this book. Read More at www.innercirclepublishing.com

1958 School of the Rose Cross. One entry: Wisdom: Note that wisdom is the result of the head and heart working together and not just the head alone. Unless the spiritual mind is joined to the idealistic heart there will be no wisdom. This is the les.

More than 2,200 terms defined in an essential reference on religious mysticism, esoteric philosophy, occultism, and more. Dictionary of Mysticism provides concise definitions for more than 2,200 terms used in many philosophies, religions, and doctrines which relate to the influence of the superhuman and supernatural on man’s everyday life. Terms relating to esoteric philosophy, occultism, religious mysticism, spiritualism, alchemy, and psychical research are defined. Particular attention is given to the Eastern philosophies of Buddhism, Brahmanism, Sufism, Lamaism, Zoroastrianism, Theosophy, and Cabbalism. Also included are terms used in magic and demonology.

Including over 3000 cross-referenced entries from the prehistoric to the contemporary, this unique dictionary is an invaluable reference to the mystical and esoteric traditions. It includes biographies of leading figures in the field, such as astrologer Evangeline Adams and the prophet Zarathustra, and also offers a fascinating look at esoteric religious texts such as The Egyptian Book of the Dead, The Dead Sea Scrolls, and the Zohar, revealing both human and divine characters from the great legends and myths of the world.