Theosophy And Art

By C. Jinarajadasa

Book Overview

The book ""Theosophy And Art"" by C. Jinarajadasa is a comprehensive exploration of the relationship between theosophy and art. Theosophy is a philosophical movement that seeks to understand the nature of reality through the study of religion, philosophy, and science. In this book, Jinarajadasa examines the ways in which theosophy has influenced art throughout history, from ancient times to the modern era.The book covers a wide range of topics, including theosophical concepts such as karma, reincarnation, and the nature of consciousness, and how these ideas have been expressed in various forms of art, including painting, sculpture, literature, and music. Jinarajadasa also discusses the role of the artist in the theosophical tradition, and how theosophy has inspired artists to create works that reflect spiritual truths and universal principles.Throughout the book, Jinarajadasa draws on examples from a wide variety of cultures and historical periods, including ancient Egypt, Greece, and India, as well as the European Renaissance and the modern era. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help illustrate his points and provide visual examples of the art he discusses.Overall, ""Theosophy And Art"" is a fascinating and insightful exploration of the relationship between spirituality and creativity, and how theosophy has inspired artists throughout history to create works that express universal truths and spiritual insights. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of art and spirituality, and the ways in which these two fields have influenced each other throughout history.THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Life More Life , by C. Jinarajadasa. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766192253.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425473148
• ISBN13: 9781425473143
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"