Recommended Books of Wisdom

“Wisdom is the science of the spirit, just as knowledge is the science of matter. Knowledge is separative and objective, whilst wisdom is synthetic and subjective. Knowledge divides; wisdom unites. Knowledge differentiates whilst wisdom blends.” – The Tibetan

Welcome to a library of recommended reading for soul-centered education and spiritu- al transformation. Among the variety of resources provided on SoulBridging.com we are pleased to offer this list of extraordinary books of wisdom and illumination to help you navigate the sacred and mysterious inward journey.

Whether you are taking your first steps upon the Path or are a seasoned traveller of the wis- dom teachings, you will discover titles to inspire and guide you. Some are beloved classics, some are written for modern times, others are revelatory or ancient texts.

This treasure of literary jewels is organized into eight categories, so explore the titles and allow your to guide you to the right book at the right time. These books are in- telligently categorized as introductory to advanced, but we trust your soul will lead you to access the font of inspiration that serves you best.

Below is a brief description of each of the categories that describes the focus or themes of the many books to be found under that heading. For your convenience we have estab- lished a bookstore with links to Amazon so you may buy these books directly from our sug- gested reading list. To browse our bookstore, just click the category title to enter. We hope you will return often to consult this educational resource as it expands over time. Ageless Wisdom At the core of all the great world religions and mystical traditions lies a timeless body of spiritual wisdom also known as the or The Golden Thread. Based upon universal truths and principles that gov- ern the cosmos, these timeless teachings have been passed down through the ages and belong to all humanity regardless of culture or creed. These philosophical books are a good starting point for anyone on the Path.

Introductory

The Supreme Identity, by The Perennial Philosophy, by Aldous Huxley The Metaphysical Library Dictionary, by Charles Fillmore Flatland | A Romance of Many Dimensions, by Edwin A. Abbott | A Beginner’s Guide, by Enid Hoffman Nosso Lar | A Spiritual Home, by Francisco Xavier The Transcendent Unity of Religions, by Frithjof Schuon Siddhartha, by Herman Hesse Forgotten Truth | The Primordial Tradition, by Huston Smith A Brief Tour of | A Cosmic Book on the Mechanics of Creation, by Itzhak Bentov A Sense of the Cosmos | Scientific Knowledge and Spiritual Truth, by Jacob Needleman The Hero With A Thousand Faces, by Joseph Campbell The Power of Myth, by Joseph Campbell with Bill Moyers, The Crack In The Cosmic Egg | New Constructs of Mind and Reality, by Joseph Chilton Pierce The Prophet, by Kahlil Gibran Awakening the Buddha Within | Tibetan Wisdom for the Modern World, by Lama Surya Das Tao Te Ching | A New English Version, by Lao-Tsu [Stephen Mitchell] The Tarot | A Key To The Wisdom Of The Ages, by Paul Foster Case The Ocean of Love | The Anurag Sagar of Kabir, by Sant Bani Ashram The Essential Rumi, Translation by Coleman Barks with John Moyne When Humanity Comes Of Age, by Vera Stanley Alder The Parent’s Tao Te Ching | A New Interpretation; Ancient Advice for Modern Parents, by William Martin

Intermediate

The Inner Side of History, by Charles deMotte Preparations for a , by Dane Rudhyar Rhythm of Wholeness, by Dane Rudhyar The Kingdom of the Gods, by Geoffrey Hodson The Seven Mysteries of Life, by Guy Murchie Ano Ano | The Seed, by Kristin Zambucka Autobiography of a Yogi, by Paramahansa Yogananda Sri Aurobindo on the Adventure of Consciousness, by Satprem

Advanced

The Planetarization of Consciousness, by Dane Rudhyar Esoteric Teachings These texts comprise the core of what we call the Mystery Teachings. Many of these were given to humanity by Masters of Wisdom via trained disciples and can be comprehended on many layers of meaning. These teachings are meant to be studied in depth and pondered with the higher mind and intuition. Many students have spent a lifetime with these volumes and are still gaining new insights and illuminations with each reading.

Introductory

An Introduction to Esoteric Philosophy, by Henry Laurency The Secret Teachings of All Ages, by Manly P. Hall When The Soul Awakens | The Path to and a New World Era, by Nancy Seifer and Martin Vieweg Letters That Have Helped Me, compiled by Jasper Niem and William Q. Judge Intermediate

Esoteric Healing | A Practical Guide Based on Teachings of the Tibetan, by Alan Hopking Bridges | Ancient Wisdom Revealed, by Art Jurriaanse Life and Teaching of the Masters of the Far East [6 Volume Set], by Baird T. Spaulding The Great Approach | New Light and Life for Humanity, by The Initiate, by Cyril Scott The Initiate In The New World, by Cyril Scott The Initiate In The Dark Cycle, by Cyril Scott The Greater Awareness, by Cyril Scott Man In Evolution, by G. de Purucker The Transfiguration of Our World | How A Light Alliance Is Transforming Darkness and Creating A New Earth, by Gordon Asher Davidson The Tell-Tale Picture Gallery | Occult Stories, by H. P. Blavatsky and W. Q. Judge The Threefold Method for Understanding the , by Kurt Abraham Light On The Path | Through The Gates Of Gold, by Mabel Collins Secret Destiny of America, by Manly P. Hall The Gateway of Liberation, by Mary Gray The Temple of Amon Ra, by Mary Gray Chalice of the Heart, by Mary Gray Echoes of the Cosmic Song | Leaves From An Occult Notebook, by Mary Gray Masters Of the Seven Rays | Their Past Lives And Reappearances, by Phillip Lindsay The Voice Of The Silence | Being Extracts From The Book Of Golden Precepts, Translated and Annotated by H. P. Blavatsky Brother of the Third Degree, by Will Garver Shine Forth | The Soul’s Magical Destiny, by William A. Meader

Advanced

The Mahatma Letters | To A. P. Sinett from the Mahatmas M. and K.H., by A. Trevor Barker Brotherhood, Agni Society Fiery World, Society Hierarchy, Agni Yoga Society Infinity, Agni Yoga Society , Human and Solar, by Alice A. Bailey Discipleship in the New Age | Volume I, by Alice A. Bailey Discipleship in the New Age | Volume II, by Alice A. Bailey Esoteric Psychology | Volume I, by Alice A. Bailey Esoteric Psychology | Volume II, by Alice A. Bailey Glamour | A World Problem, by Alice A. Bailey and the Etheric Vehicle, by Alice A. Bailey The Destiny of the Nations, by Alice A. Bailey The Externalization of the Hierarchy, by Alice A. Bailey The Light of the Soul, by Alice A. Bailey The Rays and the Initiations, by Alice A. Bailey A Treatise on Cosmic Fire, by Alice A. Bailey Education in the New Age, by Alice A. Bailey A Study in Consciousness | A Contribution to the Study of Consciousness, by Man, Visible and Invisible, by C.W. Leadbetter God, Science & The Secret Doctrine | The Zero Point and Holographic Space of H. P. Blavatsky, by Christopher P. Holmes The Heart Doctrine | Mystical Views of the Origin and Nature of Human Consciousness, by Christopher P. Holmes SENSA | The Lost Language of the Ancient Mysteries, by Dorje Jinpa The Divine Plan, by Geoffrey A. Barborka The Secret Doctrine | The Synthesis of Science, Religion and Philosophy, by Helena Petrovna Blavatsky Isis Unveiled | Secrets of the Ancient Wisdom Tradition, by Helena Petrovna Blavatsky Nature of the Soul, by Lucille Cedercrans The Path of Initiation, by Lucille Cedercrans Healing, by Lucille Cedercrans The Soul and Its Instrument, by Lucille Cedercrans The Disciple and Economy, by Lucille Cedercrans Creative Thinking, by Lucille Cedercrans Sirius, by M. Temple Richmond The Infinitization of Selfhood, by Michael D. Robbins Tapestry of the Gods | Volume I, by Michael D. Robbins Tapestry of the Gods | Volume II, by Michael D. Robbins Leaves of ’s Garden Book One | The Call, by Nicholas Roerich Leaves of Morya’s Garden Book One | Illumination, by Nicholas Roerich The Hidden History of Humanity | Esoteric Evolution of Planetary Life, by Phillip Lindsay The Shamballa Impacts | Their Esoteric in World History, Phillip Lindsay Bridge to Superconsciousness, by Rick Prater The Kybalion | Hermetic Philosophy, by Three Initiates The Solar , by Torkum Saraydarian Irritation | The Destructive Fire, by Torkum Saraydarian The Rainbow Bridge | Link With the Soul, by Two Disciples Right Relationship Right relationship is not only about how we interact with those close to us such as family, friends and our com- munity. It extends to involvement in our nation and responsibility to the world at large. Right relationship is also reflected in how we relate to the kingdoms of nature below and above us. These books teach us that goodwill is love in action.

Introductory

The Shaman’s Body | A New For Transforming Health, Relationships, And The Community, by Arnold Mindell A New Earth | Awakening To Your Life’s Purpose, by Spiritual Partnership | The Journey to Authentic Power, by Gary Zukav Beyond Religion | Ethics For A Whole World, by The Dalai Lama The Way Of Council, by Jack Zimmerman in collaboration with Virginia Coyle Self-Realization TThe first step on the spiritual path is to become of the real Self. We are born and conditioned by society to identify with our personality, but as we evolve we come to learn that we have a Higher Self, the soul, whose silent whisper speaks to us through our intuition. These books teach us how to build that bridge to the soul through , detachment, unconditional love and service revealing our true nature which is peace and joy.

Introductory

The Teachings of Don Juan | A Yaqui Way of Knowledge, by Carlos Castaneda Entering The Castle | An Inner Path To God And Your Soul, by Caroline Myss Passionate Presence | Experiencing the Seven Qualities of Awakened Awareness, by Catherine Ingram The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success | A Practical Guide to the Fulfillment of Your Dreams, by The Spontaneous Fulfillment of Desire, by Deepak Chopra The Power of Now, by Eckhart Tolle Pathways Through to Space | A Personal Report of Transformation In Consciousness, by Franklin Merrell Wolff Where Two Worlds Touch | Spiritual Rites Of Passage, by Gloria D. Karpinski The Journey to the Sacred Garden | A Guide to Travelling in the Spiritual Realms, by Hank Wesselman The Art of Happiness | A Handbook For Living, by The Dalai Lama As A Man Thinketh, by James Allen The Celestine Prophecy, by The Silent Path, by Michael Eastcott The Alchemist | A Fable About Following Your Dreams, by Paulo Coelho Self-Reliance and Other Essays, by Ralph Waldo Emerson Journey of Awakening | A Meditators Guidebook, by The Only Dance There Is, by Ram Dass Why Me, Why This, Why Now | A Guide To Answering Life’s Toughest Questions, by Robin Norwood Mind, Beginner’s Mind, by Shunryu Suzuki Spiritual Emergency | When Personal Transformation Becomes a Crisis, by Stanislav and Christina Grof

Intermediate

The Science of Mind, by Ernest Holmes The Awakening of Intelligence, by J. Krishnamurti The Marriage of Spirit | Enlightened Living in Today’s World, by Leslie Temple-Thurston with Brad Laughlin Esoteric Astrology Astrology defines the nature and quality of distinct energies that are the living components of identity. It reveals the geometry that sets those dynamics in motion revealing tendencies, purpose and progress. As a tool it helps us assess our gifts and challenges and as a map, to navigate our lives and spiritual evolution. It is a secret code, a path of knowledge and a cosmic language of the soul’s destiny.

Introductory

Alan Oken’s Complete Astrology | A Classic Guide To Modern Astrology, by Alan Oken

Intermediate

Soul-Centered Astrology | A Key To Expanding Self, by Alan Oken Cycles of Opportunity, by Carole Beckham From Humanistic to Transpersonal Astrology, by Dane Rudhyar Transpersonal Astrology | Finding The Soul’s Purpose, by Errol Weiner

Advanced

The Astrology of Transformation | A Multi-Level Approach, by Dane Rudhyar Esoteric Psychology Spiritual or goes beyond conventional psychology and returns to its roots: the study of the Soul. We are far more than our physical selves, we also have emotional, mental, and spiritual vehicles that all need to align with our inner purpose. These books help us understand who we really are and how our subconcious, conscious and super-conscious selves interact in ways that either help or hinder our spiritual awakening.

Introductory

The Book | On the Taboo Against Knowing Who You Are, by Alan Watts Change Your , Change Your Life | A Step-by-Step Guide to Unfolding Your Spiritual Power, by Barbara Y. Martin Emotional Intelligence | Why It Can Matter More Than IQ, by Daniel Goleman The Seat of the Soul, by Gary Zukav The Heart of the Soul | Emotional Awareness, by Gary Zukav The Mind of the Soul | Responsible Choice, by Gary Zukav Jung and The Alchemical Imagination, by Jeffrey Raff Journey of Souls | Case of Studies of LIfe Between Lives, by Michael Newton Your Soul’s Plan | Discovering the Real Meaning of the Life You Planned Before You Were Born, by Robert Schwartz

Intermediate

Beyond Individualism | The Psychology of Transformation, by Dane Rudhyar Joyful Evolution | A Guide for Loving Co-Creation with Your Conscious, Subconscious and Superconscious Selves, by Gordon Davidson The Spectrum of Consciousness, by Ken Wilbur Destiny of Souls | New Case Studies of Life Between Lives, by Michael Newton The Act of Will, by Roberto Assagioli Psychosynthesis | A Collection of Basic Writings, by Roberto Assagioli Transpersonal Development | The Dimension Beyond Psychosynthesis, by Roberto Assagioli Beyond the Brain | Birth, Death and Transcendence in Psychotherapy, by Stanislav Grof Spiritual Science In the coming Age of Synthesis, we will see science and spirit come together. Science explains the laws of the phys- ical world and esotericism reveals the laws of the spiritual world. Leading-edge science today is showing how new discoveries in modern physics and biology are affirming the central tenets and axioms of ancient wisdom teach- ings. These books are a perfect gateway for those seekers who come from a more analytical perspective.

Introductory

The Honeymoon Effect | The Science of Creating Heaven on Earth, by Bruce Lipton The Dancing Wu Li Masters | An Overview of the New Physics, by Gary Zukav

Intermediate

The Self-Aware Universe | How Consciousness Creates the Material World, by Amit Goswami The Physics of the Soul | The Quantum Book of Living, Dying, and Immortality, by Amit Goswami The Biology of Belief | Unleashing the Power of Consciousness, Matter and Miracles, by Bruce Lipton The Holographic Paradigm | And Other Paradoxes, Edited by Ken Wilbur Science and the Akashic Field | An Integral Theory of Everything, by Ervin Laszlo A New Paradigm for a New World | Ervin Laszlo and Edgar Mitchell in Dialogue, by Ervin Laszlo The Self-Actualizing Cosmos | The Akasha Revolution in Science and Human Consciousness, by Ervin Laszlo The Immortal Mind | Science and the Continuity of Consciousness Beyond the Brain, by Ervin Laszlo The Tao of Physics | An Exploration of the Parallels Between Modern Physics and Eastern Mysticism, by Fritjof Capra The Systems View of Life | A Unifying Vision, by Fritjof Capra Stalking the Wild Pendulum | On The Mechanics of Consciousness, by Itzhak Bentov The Holographic Universe | The Revolutionary Theory of Reality, by

Advanced

The Reflexive Universe | Evolution of Consciousness, by Arthur M. Young Morphic Resonance | The Nature of Formative Causation, by Rupert Sheldrake

World Service As we make contact with our soul, we become more aware of our oneness with all humanity and our connected- ness to the larger whole. The soul yearns to serve and express goodwill. There are many paths to world service, and these books help us find our unique part to play depending on our soul purpose and ray structure. These books demonstrate the work of the New Group of World Servers.

Introductory

The Practical Visionary | A New World to Spiritual Growth and Social Change, by Corinne McLaughlin Spiritual Politics | Changing the World from the Inside Out, by Corinne McLaughlin and Gordon Davidson