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The Chaldaean Oracles of Zoroaster - Unveiling the Mysteries of Chaldean and Zoroastrian Wisdom - cover

The Chaldaean Oracles of Zoroaster - Unveiling the Mysteries of Chaldean and Zoroastrian Wisdom

Anonymous

Translator Thomas Taylor

Publisher: Good Press

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The Chaldaean Oracles of Zoroaster is a compelling collection of mystical teachings attributed to the ancient sage Zoroaster, reflecting a synthesis of Platonic philosophy and Eastern thought. Written in the enigmatic style typical of gnomic oracles, the text delves into the nature of the divine, the cosmos, and the human soul'Äôs potential for enlightenment. These oracles were significant during the Neoplatonic revival, impacting thinkers such as Iamblichus and Proclus, who sought to bridge pagan spirituality with metaphysical inquiry, thereby situating the work within the rich tapestry of late antiquity's philosophical landscape. The authorship of The Chaldaean Oracles remains shrouded in mystery, attributed to an anonymous voice possibly rooted in the Hellenistic world. This enigmatic background invites speculation about the motivations behind the text, likely driven by a quest for transcendent knowledge and the urgency to preserve an ancient wisdom tradition amidst the philosophical currents of the time. This intersection of cultures 'Äì Persian mysticism and Greek philosophy 'Äì suggests that the author aimed to create a universal spiritual framework standard for seekers of truth. Readers fascinated by the confluence of ancient wisdom and philosophical inquiry will find The Chaldaean Oracles of Zoroaster an invaluable resource. Its profound insights into the divine emanations and the nature of existence will appeal to scholars of mysticism, Neoplatonism, and anyone on a personal journey towards understanding the complexities of the sacred and the metaphysical.
Available since: 12/21/2023.
Print length: 48 pages.

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