J. S. Gordon (1946-2013) held a master’s degree in Western esotericism from the University of Exeter and was a senior fellow of the Theosophical Society of England, where he lectured on ancient history and metaphysics. Known for his in-depth knowledge on the ancient Egyptian mystical tradition, he wrote several books, including The Path of Initiation and Land of the Fallen Star Gods.

“More than anyone else I’ve known, John Gordon shows a deep insight into the esoteric mind-set of the ancient Egyptians. I fully recommend this book to all who want to understand and relate to ancient Egypt’s spiritual message.”

• Acknowledgments Introduction Part One Celestial and Metaphysical Background 1 The Spheres of Creation 2 The Astronomical and Astrological Dimensions of Creation 3 The Multi-Sevenfold Mill of the Gods Part Two The Subtle Nature of Existence 4 Kosmic Genesis--The Origin and Nature of the Gods 5 Sidereal Genesis--The Origin and Nature of Man 6 Man, the Multiple Being Part Three Egypt's Historical Background 7 The River Nile and Its Symbolism 8 The Ancient Colonization of Egypt 9 The Spread and Decline of Ancient Mystic Culture Part Four Ancient Egyptian Civilization and Culture 10 Egypt’s Sacred Art, Architecture, and Statuary 11 The Ritualized Magic of Egypt 12 The Mystery Tradition and the Process of Initiation EPILOGUE The Future of the Sacred Mystery Tradition Appendices A The Geometrical Correspondence to the Cycle of Involution and Evolution B Polar Misconceptions C The Funeral Positions of Orion-Osiris D The Primary Celtic Festivals E The Slaughter of Mankind F Correlations between the Ancient Egyptian and Tibetan Mystic Systems Notes Bibliography Index

J. S. Gordon (1946-2013) held a master’s degree in Western esotericism from the University of Exeter and was a senior fellow of the Theosophical Society of England, where he lectured on ancient history and metaphysics. Known for his in-depth knowledge on the ancient Egyptian mystical tradition, he wrote several books, including The Path of Initiation and Land of the Fallen Star Gods.

“More than anyone else I’ve known, John Gordon shows a deep insight into the esoteric mind-set of the ancient Egyptians. I fully recommend this book to all who want to understand and relate to ancient Egypt’s spiritual message.”

• Acknowledgments Introduction Part One Celestial and Metaphysical Background 1 The Spheres of Creation 2 The Astronomical and Astrological Dimensions of Creation 3 The Multi-Sevenfold Mill of the Gods Part Two The Subtle Nature of Existence 4 Kosmic Genesis--The Origin and Nature of the Gods 5 Sidereal Genesis--The Origin and Nature of Man 6 Man, the Multiple Being Part Three Egypt's Historical Background 7 The River Nile and Its Symbolism 8 The Ancient Colonization of Egypt 9 The Spread and Decline of Ancient Mystic Culture Part Four Ancient Egyptian Civilization and Culture 10 Egypt’s Sacred Art, Architecture, and Statuary 11 The Ritualized Magic of Egypt 12 The Mystery Tradition and the Process of Initiation EPILOGUE The Future of the Sacred Mystery Tradition Appendices A The Geometrical Correspondence to the Cycle of Involution and Evolution B Polar Misconceptions C The Funeral Positions of Orion-Osiris D The Primary Celtic Festivals E The Slaughter of Mankind F Correlations between the Ancient Egyptian and Tibetan Mystic Systems Notes Bibliography Index

J. S. Gordon (1946-2013) held a master’s degree in Western esotericism from the University of Exeter and was a senior fellow of the Theosophical Society of England, where he lectured on ancient history and metaphysics. Known for his in-depth knowledge on the ancient Egyptian mystical tradition, he wrote several books, including The Path of Initiation and Land of the Fallen Star Gods.

“More than anyone else I’ve known, John Gordon shows a deep insight into the esoteric mind-set of the ancient Egyptians. I fully recommend this book to all who want to understand and relate to ancient Egypt’s spiritual message.”

• Acknowledgments Introduction Part One Celestial and Metaphysical Background 1 The Spheres of Creation 2 The Astronomical and Astrological Dimensions of Creation 3 The Multi-Sevenfold Mill of the Gods Part Two The Subtle Nature of Existence 4 Kosmic Genesis--The Origin and Nature of the Gods 5 Sidereal Genesis--The Origin and Nature of Man 6 Man, the Multiple Being Part Three Egypt's Historical Background 7 The River Nile and Its Symbolism 8 The Ancient Colonization of Egypt 9 The Spread and Decline of Ancient Mystic Culture Part Four Ancient Egyptian Civilization and Culture 10 Egypt’s Sacred Art, Architecture, and Statuary 11 The Ritualized Magic of Egypt 12 The Mystery Tradition and the Process of Initiation EPILOGUE The Future of the Sacred Mystery Tradition Appendices A The Geometrical Correspondence to the Cycle of Involution and Evolution B Polar Misconceptions C The Funeral Positions of Orion-Osiris D The Primary Celtic Festivals E The Slaughter of Mankind F Correlations between the Ancient Egyptian and Tibetan Mystic Systems Notes Bibliography Index