{"product_id":"guided-self-study-rudolf-steiners-path-of-spiritual-development-a-spiritual-scientific-workbook-paperback","title":"Guided Self-Study: Rudolf Steiner's Path of Spiritual Development: A Spiritual-Scientific Workbook - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eTorin M. Finser\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"First, one might ask: Why not just read the first three books? After all, Rudolf Steiner wrote them in such a way that the very act of reading them can awaken new faculties. Who could ever duplicate that? It might even seem presumptuous to select passages from books that were constructed by an initiate. To those who have these and other objections, I have the following response: My hope is that the pages in this book serve as an\u003ci\u003e invitation, so that those who work with this material will then be motivated to go to the original texts and work with them more intensively.\"\u003c\/i\u003e -- \u003cb\u003eTorin Finser\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book guides the reader through foundational works of Rudolf Steiner, while asking questions along the way that provoke thought and insight. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn part 1, Torin Finser focuses on three essential works: \u003ci\u003eHow to Know Higher Worlds: A Modern Path of Initiation\u003c\/i\u003e (CW 10); \u003ci\u003eIntuitive Thinking as a Spiritual Path: A Philosophy of Freedom\u003c\/i\u003e (CW 4); and \u003ci\u003eTheosophy: An Introduction to the Spiritual Processes in Human Life and in the Cosmos\u003c\/i\u003e (CW 9).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn addition, three lectures are included: \"Overcoming Nervousness\"; \"The Four Temperaments\"; and \"Practical Training in Thought.\" These offer invaluable insight and guidance in helping the reader prepare inwardly to undertake effectively the exercises and practices outlined in the appendices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn part 2, the author outlines the essential worldview and approach of Spiritual Science. As he tells us, \"Sometimes, we have questions that cannot be answered by conventional means, such as the news media or the internet. There are situations when a person can feel an inner stirring--a longing for real answers that go beyond ordinary, informational knowledge. Sometimes this search can intensify and become burning questions about human nature, the origin of the universe, or the basis of healthy relationships. When this occurs, Anthroposophy can provide a sound path of knowledge that connects the spiritual in the seeker with the spiritual in the universe, the individual with the multidimensional.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe appendices provide an accessible and systematic guide to the all-important practical aspects of Anthroposophy. Steiner emphasized that Spiritual Science is not a doctrine or merely an intellectual exercise but a path of knowledge--ultimately, knowledge of the spiritual worlds. To this end, regular practice--including the \"six exercises\" and meditation--is absolutely essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor those who are new to Anthroposophy, this book will be a helpful companion and guide to understanding the essentials of the spiritual-scientific worldview and path of inner development. For those who have been studying Anthroposophy for many years, \u003ci\u003eGuided Self-Study\u003c\/i\u003e serves to stimulate the \"beginner's mind\" that sees the world with fresh vision and enthusiasm. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 238\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.54 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 09, 2015\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48338616189098,"sku":"9781621481300","price":28.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/1475\/4218\/files\/VSs2cS85NGVGN29Vc0pVTU04VmRGZz09.webp?v=1779404044","url":"https:\/\/wiccancenter.com\/de\/products\/guided-self-study-rudolf-steiners-path-of-spiritual-development-a-spiritual-scientific-workbook-paperback","provider":"Wiccan Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}