Symbol and Archetype: A Study in the Meaning of Existence (1) (Quinta Essentia series)

Lings, Martin

ISBN 10: 1870196058 / ISBN 13: 9781870196055

Published by Fons Vitae, 1991

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Symbol and Archetype: A Study in the Meaning of Existence (1) (Quinta Essentia series)
• Publisher: Fons Vitae
• Publication Date: 1991
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1870196058
• ISBN 13: 9781870196055
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Were one to truly understand the levels of significance provided by such symbols as are presented in this work, one would indeed be well on the way to grasping the nature and purpose of human life and the meaning of existence as understood by the great esoteric systems of spirituality. We are shown in this volume certain aspects of symbolism as they relate to the Divine, the hierarchy of this universe, the function of man, his faculties and qualities. Symbolism is defined in a renewed consciousness that everything—numbers, elements, senses, and colors—has a vertical dimension that gives it a divine significance. This book does not claim to be exhaustive. Its purpose is to enable the reader to dwell on certain basic aspects of symbolism in relation to the Divinity. With references to all the world’s great faith traditions, both ancient and current (with special attention devoted to Christianity and Islam), Lings demonstrates how the science of symbols is inextricably linked with the path of Return.

About the Author

Martin Lings is the former Keeper of Oriental Manuscripts in the British Museum and the British Library, and the author of works on Islamic mysticism, spirituality, and symbolism.