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    The Power of Symbols, Ritual and Mystical Gestures
    The Power of Symbols, Ritual and Mystical Gestures
    The Power of Symbols, Ritual and Mystical Gestures
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    The Power of Symbols, Ritual and Mystical Gestures

    By Jimmy Henderson

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    Discover the Power of Symbols, Ritual and Mystical Gestures. This Powerful Guide Explains the Involvement of the Subconscious Mind in Bringing About Inner Revelation.

     

    Freemasons, Rosicrucians, members of other brotherhoods as well as any person who is interested in metaphysics and sacred wisdom will enjoy this publication, which explores the role of the mind in bringing about powerful inner experiences and development resulting from symbols, ritual and sacred gestures.  The book is especially written to help improve the understanding and insights of members of societies and brotherhoods who make extensive use of symbols and ritual. It explains the important involvement of the subconscious mind in bringing about inner revelation.

     

    Also useful for non-affiliated persons who have an interest in metaphysical studies and the role of the mind in processing higher knowledge, this guide is packed with insights and fascinating psychological findings that bring about a deeper understanding of symbols, ritual and sacred gestures.

     

    The reader will benefit from:

    • Understanding the background of the inner experiences that develop from sacred gestures, ritual and symbols.
    • Subject matter that is based on psychological research.
    • Knowledge of the power of symbols, ritual and sacred gestures in altering emotional and physical states.

    Are you a Freemason, Rosicrucian, a member of another brotherhood, or simply a person who is interested in metaphysics and sacred wisdom? Then you must add this book to your library today.

     

    This eBook is based on a lecture given by the author at the Inter-Constitutional Masonic Lecture of the Provincial Grand Lodge (Eastern Division) in South Africa on 25 October 2014 and has their approval for general publication.

     

     

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherNeo-world Consultants
    Release dateApr 16, 2015
    ISBN9780620643047
    The Power of Symbols, Ritual and Mystical Gestures
    Author

    Jimmy Henderson

    Jimmy has an Honours degree in Philosophy (metaphysics), a post-graduate certificate in Trauma Counselling and a Ph.D in Psychology from the University of South Africa. Jimmy has studied mind and spirit for over thirty years as a member of the Rosicrucian Order (AMORC) and is the published author of a number of books, e-books and many articles on the power of the mind, counselling and relationships. He and has spoken many times on local SA radio stations as a guest speaker on his books, as well as emotional/psychological issues, parenting and relationships. In his books and articles he combines psychological research with metaphysics and spirituality and it is this grounding that makes them unique. He is regarded as a specialist in human thinking and behaviour,having previously being an HR director and a service delivery programme-manager until his retirement. He has since worked part-time as a trauma counsellor for a large South African bank and also lectured at a local management school. He is presently also a distance (e-tutor) for the University of South Africa in psychology and has also been a volunteer Lifeline counsellor and trainer for many years. He believes that his purpose at this time is to help persons who are sincere in their striving for self-improvement and development to find their way along their particular path. In this way he also sees himself also as a teacher, having the ability to explain truth in a simple and practical way. He is available to give talks to groups in South Africa

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    The Power of Symbols, Ritual and Mystical Gestures - Jimmy Henderson

    Introduction

    Great truths, knowledge and wisdom were often hidden by the ancient masters in symbols and the dramatic enactments of ritual and mystical gestures conducted during special ceremonies. The idea was that this knowledge had to be obscured from those who would misunderstand, ridicule or even defile it. Students of the mysteries had to be mentally, emotionally and spiritually prepared for many years until they were ready to understand and appreciate the true meaning of these sacred truths. Some of this knowledge has been lost over the centuries, but much still exists and lies hidden in the teachings of the mystery schools and brotherhoods such as the Freemasons and Rosicrucians.

    This book introduces you to some of these teachings, specifically the power of the mind to translate symbols, ritualistic dramatisations, movements and gestures into powerful inner experiences which can lead to spiritual and mystical illumination. Normally, moments of illumination or revelation only occur during deep and intensive meditation, as they require an altered state of consciousness or mindfulness in which mystical knowledge, hidden deep within the subconscious mind, can be more easily accessed.

    What is particularly interesting is that, provided there is commitment, preparation, readiness and understanding, this potent state of mind (mindfulness) can also be reproduced during ceremonies and rituals, leading to amazing insights into the true nature of God, man and reality.

    Finally, this book uses accepted psychological research as a scientific foundation for explaining the actions that occur in the mind once it has been carefully prepared and groomed for moments of revelation and illumination.

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