Mystic Christianity [Paperback]

Yogi Ramacharaka (Author), William Walker Atkinson (Author)

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Publication Date: October 14, 2007

Mystic Christianity is a book written by Yogi Ramacharaka (a pseudonym of popular new thought author William Walker Atkinson). This work is an alternative way of looking at the history of Christianity as it is known today, and is valued by many scholars for its uniqueness and ability to provoke thought in its readers at all levels of Christian knowledge. Mystic Christianity is highly recommended for those who are interested in reading about beliefs relating to Mystic Christianity and for those who enjoy the writings of Yogi Ramacharaka / William Walker Atkinson.

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CONTENTS:

1. The Coming of the Master -

2. The Mystery of the Virgin Birth -

3. The Mystic Youth of Jesus -

4. The Beginning of the Ministry -

5. The Foundation of the Work -

6. The Work of Organization -

7. The Beginning of the End -

8. The End of the Life Work -

9. The Inner Teachings

10. The Secret Doctrine

11. The Ancient Wisdom

12. The Message of the Master

--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 244 pages
• Publisher: FQ Publishing (October 14, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 159986648X
• ISBN-13: 978-1599866482
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,302,248 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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38 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Timely Classic, December 13, 2006

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M. Lange (Washington) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mystic Christianity (Hardcover)

Yogi Ramacharaka's amazing Mystic Christianity was first published nearly 100 years ago. It retains its vitality even now. The style is formal, but also has a lot of wit and passion.

The book consists of a series of 12 lessons, which discuss the background for the coming of Jesus, the events surrounding his birth, his early years in Nazareth, his travels to Asia, and his eventual return to Judea for a 3 year ministry, with the culmination of arrest, show trial, and crucifixion.

What makes this book special is the weaving of more traditional eastern metaphysics, which he calls "occult," or more modernly known as "hidden," wisdom in the life and teachings of Jesus. This perspective is invaluable for those who are seeking different, and more enlightened interpretations of the story. One will also see readily the "elitism" found in the distinctions between exoteric Christianity, which is understood by and appeals to the masses, and esoteric Christianity, which is understood by only a few, who can grasp the higher, more refined and subtle meanings found in more challenging parables, but which are discussed in the Gospels as those talks Jesus had with his disciples in private.

At the time this book was published, Yogi Ramacharaka was living in the midst of fundamentalism, as we are now, and his work is designed to give hope and inspiration to those who are looking for an approach to the life and work of the Master that is in full accord with the timeless nondual teachings of the East.

I highly recommend Mystic Christianity to open-minded readers and seekers looking for a Jesus who shows a path to enlightenment that is uplifting and based on real freedom.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Master's Cosmic Mission Explained, December 9, 2011

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Edwin Harkness Spina "Mystic Warrior" (Deerfield Beach, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mystic Christianity (Kindle Edition)

William Walker Atkinson, aka Yogi Ramacharaka, Swami Panchadasi, Magus Incognito, The Three Initiates, is one of my favorite authors of all time. Mystic Christianity is the most simple, yet profound explanation of Jesus's mission on earth ever written. I've given away many copies of this mystic classic to people who are not hung up on dogma, who are open minded enough to appreciate Atkinson's explanations of the "teachings of the Master." These teachings transcend religion and encompass universal truths from both East and West. Atkinson has influenced my writings as well - you will see it in Mystic Secrets Revealed Mystic Secrets Revealed: 53 Keys to Spiritual Growth and Personal Development

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Jesus my heart always longed for, September 14, 2011

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Christina R. Thompson "christini2829" (Jackson, MO) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mystic Christianity (Paperback)

I found this book at just the right time. After leaving mainstream Christianity years ago, due to many conflicts between theology and my thinking mind, I began to study and learn about many traditions and to study metaphysics. No matter how much wonder and beauty I saw, as the world became more magical and mystical in my growing awareness and understanding, I always felt a tinge of guilt because this was not the biblical truth I grew up with. I missed Jesus too, having felt the closeness and the love from him as a youth. This book completely revolutionized my understanding, marrying the compassion of Jesus with the metaphysical and mystical teachings I have become so familiar with. My heart is now opening and ready to follow Jesus once again, with renewed strength and an intelligence that doesn't have to be left behind in the process! Thank you for this gift!