Arcana
The Keys of Enoch – 1973, J.J. Hurtak
A foundational text exploring cosmic and metaphysical teachings, spiritual ascension, and the nature of the universe.
The Tao Te Ching – 6th century BCE, Lao Tzu A classic Chinese text that explores the principles of Taoism, emphasizing balance, simplicity, and the path to spiritual wisdom.
The Tibetan Book of the Dead – 8th century, Padmasambhava A guide to navigating the afterlife, emphasizing the connection between life, death, and the nature of consciousness.
The Kybalion – 1908, Three Initiates A spiritual text exploring the seven Hermetic principles that govern the universe, offering insights into metaphysical concepts such as vibration, polarity, and cause and effect.
The Secret Doctrine – 1888, Helena Petrovna Blavatsky A major work of Theosophy, exploring the ancient wisdom of the cosmos and humanity’s spiritual evolution.
The Book of Thoth – 1944, Aleister Crowley A work of occult philosophy that dives into the symbolism of the Tarot and its relation to spiritual enlightenment and the mysteries of the universe.
The Alchemist – 1988, Paulo Coelho A philosophical novel that blends metaphysical teachings and personal transformation, focusing on the journey toward self-discovery.
The Gospel of Thomas – 1st century, Unknown A collection of sayings attributed to Jesus, focusing on inner knowledge and self-realization, rather than external rituals.
The Art of War – 5th century BCE, Sun Tzu While primarily a military treatise, it has been widely interpreted as a spiritual guide to strategic thinking and understanding human nature.
The Emerald Tablet – Ancient Text, Hermes Trismegistus A core text of Hermeticism, containing esoteric teachings on alchemy, transmutation, and the nature of the universe.
A Course in Miracles – 1976, Helen Schucman A modern spiritual text offering a system of thought that emphasizes the power of love, forgiveness, and the realization of divine consciousness.
Man and His Symbols – 1964, Carl Jung A work that explores the role of symbols in the unconscious mind and their connection to personal and collective transformation.
The Cloud of Unknowing – 14th century, Anonymous A Christian mystic text focused on the path of contemplation and the experience of divine union through the negation of the ego.
The Power of Now – 1997, Eckhart Tolle A spiritual guide that emphasizes the importance of living in the present moment to attain enlightenment and transcend the ego.
The Book of Life – 1927, J. Krishnamurti A collection of philosophical teachings on the nature of consciousness, the mind, and the path to inner freedom.
The Varieties of Religious Experience – 1902, William James A psychological exploration of the spiritual experiences across various religions, seeking the underlying truth behind mystical experiences.
The Upanishads – 1st millennium BCE, Various authors A collection of ancient Indian texts exploring the nature of reality, the self, and the universe, laying the groundwork for much of Hindu philosophy.
Autobiography of a Yogi – 1946, Paramahansa Yogananda A spiritual autobiography that introduces the reader to the teachings of Kriya Yoga and the quest for self-realization.
The Book of Shadows – Various authors, 20th century A compilation of esoteric spiritual practices, rituals, and wisdom, often associated with Wicca and other forms of modern mysticism.