Raja Yoga Or Occultism

Raja Yoga Or Occultism is a book written by Helena Petrovna Blavatsky, a prominent figure in the Theosophical Society. The book is a comprehensive guide to the practice of Raja Yoga, a type of yoga that focuses on the control of the mind and senses. Blavatsky explores the principles of Raja Yoga, including the eight limbs of yoga, the importance of meditation and concentration, and the role of the guru in the practice. She also delves into the esoteric aspects of Raja Yoga, including the use of mantras, the awakening of kundalini energy, and the attainment of mystical states of consciousness. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the practice of Raja Yoga or the occult sciences.1931. The articles published in this volume will bring that knowledge which alone fortifies a student against wrong or fanciful occultism, as against the perils of occult arts and psychic practices. Contents: chelas and lay chelas; Theosophical Mahatmas; practical occultism; occultism versus the occult arts; lodges of magic; what of phenomena; psychic and noetic action; thoughts on the elements; Chinese spirits; dialogues between the two editors on astral bodies or doppelgangers; dialogue on the mystery of the after life; hypnotism and its relations to other modes of fascination.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.