Gregory Kaminsky / CELESTIAL INTELLIGENCES Angelology Cabala Signed 1st ed 2021

Description: CELESTIAL INTELLIGENCES: Angelology, Cabala, and Gnosis: Giovanni Pico della Mirandola's Quest for the Perennial Philosophy Author: Kaminsky, Gregory Title: CELESTIAL INTELLIGENCES: Angelology, Cabala, and Gnosis: Giovanni Pico della Mirandola's Quest for the Perennial Philosophy Publication: Montreal: Anathema, 2021 Edition: First edition Description: Collector's Edition, limited to 309 copies; 5.25" x 8.5"; 176 pages. Hardbound in Deluxe Deep Black Buckram; Bronze & Matte White foil blocking on rounded spine and on the cover, as well as Blind Deboss on the backcover; Red Pantone and B&W interior, with Apple-Red with Burlap pattern embossing Endpapers; Dark Brown Headbands; Illustrated & Typeset by Joseph Uccello (Viatorium Press). Fine typography, printed on Cougar White Supersmooth 160M archive-quality paper; Comes with a carton-plate insert glued on the interior, individually hand-numbered, and signed by the author Greg Kaminsky. Cloth bound in fine condition. The work of Renaissance philosopher Giovanni Pico della Mirandola is both significant and interesting for a number of reasons. First, his writings provide both an approach to, and an understanding of, ancient wisdom traditions (philosophical and religious systems) and the way that we receive them in modern times. This is partly a discovery of how Western society and culture honors these traditions, but tends to be fundamentally disconnected from them in the course of daily life. Ultimately, this is a recognition that the esoteric traditions of the West are fragmentary at best, but also a realization that these fragments are our legacy and by working with them mindfully, we may still traverse a spiritual path that leads from delusion to wisdom. Second, studying Pico and his work reveals the manner in which a fundamentally Jewish esoteric doctrine and tradition, Kabbalah, was adapted and then adopted by Christian philosophers because it was a living, extant tradition and has a monotheistic character. Third, a close reading of Pico's works reveals new insights into the ways that angels were thought of, and even worked with, in an esoteric and mystical manner. Pico is a natural focus for all of these questions because his own work and writings places him not only at the center of these investigations, but also at the center of the rebirth of the Western esoteric tradition. Pico's 900 Theses and subsequent Apologia (from which his Oration (on the Dignity of Man) is excerpted) contain the foundation for the rediscovery of Western esotericism from the mists of time along with the public declaration that magic and the Cabala were the keys to knowing the truth of religion, the world, and oneself. Pico's own story of this discovery and the way in which he felt compelled to share it with the world are extraordinary and dramatic, so he is a most suitable vehicle for the expression of these ideas. Seller ID: 28911 Subject: Kabbalah, Occult, Philosophy By The Way Books Since 1978 we have professionally offered rare, out-of-print and select new books with emphasis on the world's spiritual traditions, mysticism, philosophy and psychology. We entered this venture out of a love and appreciation for books. Therefore, we prepare our books for shipment with great care so that they reach our customers in the same condition which they leave our hands and are presented in a way that you will be pleased to receive them. Additionally, every dust jacket on books we sell will be covered in a mylar jacket cover to keep it fresh and in excellent condition in your hands and on your shelf. While this is common in the rare book market, we also cover the jackets of new books we sell in mylar jacket covers. Terms All orders ship within two business days. Standard mail is USPS Media Mail. Expedited and international shipping are also available. We offer combined shipping on multiple orders. You can add what you want to your Cart and request a combined shipping invoice, or go ahead and place your order and trust that we will refund excess shipping paid. All items are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

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