The Path is the way by
which the human soul must pass in its evolution to full spiritual
self-consciousness. The supreme condition is suggested in this work by the
great figure whose head in the upper triangle is lost in the glory of the Sun
above, and whose feet are in the lower triangle in the waters of Space,
symbolizing Spirit and Matter. His wings fill the middle region representing
the motion or pulsation of cosmic life, while within the octagon are displayed
the various planes of consciousness through which humanity must rise to attain
perfect Manhood.
At the top is a winged
On one side two women
climb, one helped by the other whose robe is white and whose flame burns bright
as she helps her weaker sister. Near them a man climbs from the darkness; he
has moneybags hung at his belt but no flame above his head, and already the
spear of a guardian of the fire is poised above him ready to strike the
unworthy in his hour of triumph. Not far off is a bard whose flame is veiled by
a red cloud (passion) and who lies prone, struck down by a guardian's spear;
but as he lies dying, a ray from the heart of the Supreme reaches him as a
promise of future triumph in a later life.
On the other side is a
student of magic, following the light from a crown (ambition) held aloft by a
floating figure who has lead him to the edge of the precipice over which for
him there is no bridge; he holds his book of ritual and thinks the light of the
dazzling crown comes from the Supreme, but the chasm awaits its victim. By his
side his faithful follower falls unnoticed by him, but a ray from the heart of
the Supreme falls upon her also, the reward of selfless devotion, even in a bad
cause.
Lower still in the underworld,
a child stands beneath the wings of the foster-mother (material Nature) and
receives the equipment of the Knight, symbols of the power of the Soul, the
sword of power, the spear of will, the helmet of knowledge and the coat of
mail, the links of which are made of past experiences.
It is said in an ancient
book "The Path is one for all, the means to reach
the goal must vary with the Pilgrims."
[Inscribed on a wooden disk
attached to the lower left corner is the following verse:]
If
Wisdom thou wouldst gain, Be Strong, Be Bold, Be Merciful. But when thou hast
attained Then let Compassion speak. Renounce the Goal,
Return to Earth A Saviour of
mankind
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Complete Theosophical Glossary in Plain Text Format
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Classic Introductory
Theosophy Text
A Text Book of Theosophy By C
What Theosophy Is From the Absolute to Man
The Formation of a Solar System The Evolution of Life
The Constitution of Man After Death Reincarnation
The Purpose of Life The Planetary Chains
The Result of Theosophical Study
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Preface to the American Edition Introduction
Occultism and its Adepts The Theosophical Society
First Occult Experiences Teachings of Occult Philosophy
Later Occult Phenomena Appendix
Preface Theosophy and the Masters General Principles
The Earth Chain
Body and Astral Body Kama – Desire
Manas Of
Reincarnation Reincarnation Continued
Karma Kama Loka
Devachan Cycles
Arguments Supporting Reincarnation
Differentiation Of Species Missing Links
Psychic Laws, Forces, and Phenomena
Psychic Phenomena and Spiritualism
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