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Hidden Wisdom
- A Guide to Western Inner Traditions
- Narrated by: Ethan Sawyer
- Length: 11 hrs and 56 mins
- Categories: Religion & Spirituality, Judaism
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Publisher's Summary
The co-editors of Gnosis magazine explore the many esoteric traditions that Western culture has to offer. While terms from Eastern spiritual practices such as Zen, mantra, and karma have become part of our daily lexicon, the traditions of Western spirituality have been largely unexplored by people searching for non-mainstream routes to spiritual experience. But for those who identify with Western culture, Western religious traditions have their own wisdom teachings that are more suitable to their needs and expectations. Many of those searching for alternative religions are not even aware that Western civilization has always had its own traditions, which are often hidden.
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- Anonymous User
- 17-05-2019
A must read/listen
Important pieces of knowledge and wisdom for the modern human. So mamy people are searching for answers or don't care for any. This book gives a comprehensive view of what groups have found importance and meaning in this universe.
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- DBruno1987
- 03-03-2015
Interesting, enjoyable, not too deep
This was a leisurely stroll through interesting esoteric subjects. Very interesting and entertaining with good insights and a balanced perspective. It gives you just a "taste," and isn't too focused on any single tradition. I thought it was smart to start the book up with Jung.
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- Barbara
- 17-03-2014
Had to give it 5 Stars
Would you listen to Hidden Wisdom again? Why?
I had to listen to it again right after I got to the end ... it is such an easy listen while being so profound ...
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- Ron
- 08-05-2016
Well written and performed
The book tweaked my interests in many areas that I haven't explored before. Mr. Sawyer's interpretation of such a deep and broad ranging subject was far from the dry, lifeless norm for such a research. But then it is as evident that Smoley and Kinneys writing put the material in a well thought out modern perspective, while not overly simplifying the many contributions to the Western Occult Tradition, or the unique nuances each brought to its development. This deserves rereading, as I'm quite sure I will pick up more insight and a better understanding of this fascinating and highly complex subject matter. One of the things I most enjoyed was the treatment of western thought in relation to eastern. Nothing in the progression of wisdom can ever be done totally in a vacuum, and relationships and influences are important, even though how they may be perceived or found useful in the Western mind and culture is often quite different from that of the East. Enlightening, and thought provoking.
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- Bone
- 22-04-2016
Very helpfull, answered alot of questions.
Loved it, good narrator, best part was the very ending, whatever you find out about life or the universe keep to yourself dont force/preach to the people, only for those who ask and are interested.
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- D. Raynal
- 14-03-2015
Fantastic Overview Of Christian Esoteric Thought
Would you consider the audio edition of Hidden Wisdom to be better than the print version?
Have not read the print version
What was one of the most memorable moments of Hidden Wisdom?
i enjoyed the entire listening experience.
What about Ethan Sawyer’s performance did you like?
Very easy to listen to. Pleasant voice
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Can't be done. Too much here.
Any additional comments?
A fantastic overview of the entire history of Christian esoteric thought and practice. A complete pleasure to listen to. Very comprehensible and well written.
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- Ron
- 28-01-2019
Great book on hidden wisdom...one thing
I just think it's weird that the book generalizes humans as SHE...always referring to a person as SHE...strange in my opinion. But other than that its an excellent work
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- ERIV
- 24-03-2016
Awesome!!!
I Love this book, it's very informative. The authors were on point with all of the esoteric traditions discussed and highly educated. They did their research.
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- Mad Mae
- 01-09-2015
Wonderfully informative and unbiased
Fantastic audio quality, information presented with a great deal of support and knowledge of where dither information can be found, all while maintaining an unbiased tone and encouraging belief with a healthy backing of skepticism and trust in one's own personal b.s. meter.
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- Susie
- 29-04-2013
Everything You Ever Wanted to Gnosis
Even if you aren't a seeker, this is a fascinating introduction to neglected traditions and history in Western culture.
This discussion of Western spiritual traditions is objective, piercing, and sympathetic.
Smoley and Kinney write clearly and with subtle, dry humor about serious and complicated issues surrounding spirituality in a way that a non-academic can understand. It's like listening in, over lunch, on a long conversation between two thoughtful masters in their field.
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- Luis
- 01-07-2020
Absolutely fantastic
Both the content and the narration of this audio book are great. I wasn't bored for a moment even though the topics are deep and complicated. Highly recommend
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- Anonymous User
- 01-06-2020
Great intro to esotericism
Blitzed through this. Really clearly explained otherwise convoluted topics and great references to further reading.
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- Mr. J. Alliban
- 13-04-2018
Great overview
I wanted an overview of traditions such as Hermeticism, Kabbalism, Sufism and several others before delving deeper. This book certainly provided that. A must for any seeker of truth looking to explore a variety of esoteric religions.
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