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The Kybalion: Centenary Edition Hardcover – January 30, 2018
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For generations, readers have debated the origins and studied the knowledge of this mysterious exploration of Hermetic wisdom, attributed to "Three Initiates."
Now in its second century, The Kybalion is restored to hardcover in a commemorative volume that evokes the appearance of the occult landmark's first edition.
The new introduction by Richard Smoley, a celebrated scholar of mystical traditions, makes this a historical keepsake.
- Print length176 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherTarcherPerigee
- Publication dateJanuary 30, 2018
- Dimensions5.17 x 0.76 x 7.42 inches
- ISBN-100143131680
- ISBN-13978-0143131687
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Customers find the book insightful and inspirational. They describe it as a clear, concise read that provides a good introduction for beginners or advanced spiritual workers. Many customers find it a solid purchase at a reasonable price. The cover has a nice feel and is described as comfortable. The edition is considered great and lovely. However, opinions differ on whether the pages have gold gilded edges or not.
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Customers find the book insightful and inspirational. They say it provides a clear understanding of the Hermetic Philosophy and helps open their minds to a different way of thinking. The writing helps them understand complex concepts like mentalism, correspondence, and vibration.
"...With its elegant design and insightful commentary, it breathes new life into the teachings of Hermeticism, inviting readers to explore the depths of..." Read more
"...The clarity and depth of the writing make complex concepts like mentalism, correspondence, and vibration easy to grasp, yet thought-provoking enough..." Read more
"...It is an eye opening and enlightening exploration of the inner workings of the entire universe and beyond...." Read more
"...my favorite and first books I read that introduced me to alchemy, metaphysics and esoteric science...." Read more
Customers find the book easy to read and understand. They appreciate its clear writing and depth of explanations, making it a great introduction for beginners to understand how the universe works. The simple concepts are applied to everyday life, making it a go-to reading choice for them.
"...its ability to distill complex metaphysical concepts into easily understandable principles that can be applied to everyday life...." Read more
"...The clarity and depth of the writing make complex concepts like mentalism, correspondence, and vibration easy to grasp, yet thought-provoking enough..." Read more
"...Great introduction for beginners to understand how the universe within ourselves and externally operates." Read more
"...I found the writing style of this book extremely tedious, with lots of redundancy and verbosity, and with every propounded idea being over-qualified..." Read more
Customers find the book a good introduction and starting point for spiritual work. They say it provides a great guide with many layers of understanding, and is essential for beginners or advanced spiritual workers seeking more. The book explains the teachings well and allows them to apply them to everyday life. Readers are ready to start practicing what they've read and consider it a succinct book for alchemy.
"These are universal principles that should be taught in every school, and religious teachings..." Read more
"...last night...not only do I understand it now, but I am ready to start practicing the things I've read!..." Read more
"...This was not an honorable introduction but more of a bias critique and review made by an ignorant buffoon reminiscent of a book report written by a..." Read more
"Great quality sturdy book. Explains it very well!" Read more
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"...A nice one for your collection. Price was definitely fair for the quality of the book." Read more
"Very beautiful and thought provoking. Well worth the money...." Read more
"...It is just a hardcover book...but the contents are priceless...The publisher should advertise correctly." Read more
"...While I enjoy the look of this book, it's contents aren't worth much." Read more
Customers appreciate the book's feel. They find it comfortable, with a leather-like texture and gold page edges. The hardcover is nice and textured, and the binding feels luxurious.
"...It doesn’t feel cheap at all. The black textured hardened material embossed with golden letters is an eye catcher for me...." Read more
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"...Very readable text and very nice cover. A nice one for your collection. Price was definitely fair for the quality of the book." Read more
"...The gold has depth to it making it such a beautiful book. It came perfectly; no torn pages, no scratches...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2024The Kybalion: Centenary Edition is a timeless masterpiece that delves into the profound teachings of Hermetic philosophy. Authored by the mysterious Three Initiates, this book has become a cornerstone of esoteric literature and a must-have for anyone on a spiritual journey.
At the heart of The Kybalion lies the principle of "The Seven Hermetic Principles," which offer deep insights into the nature of reality, the universe, and the human mind. One of its most famous quotes, "The lips of wisdom are closed, except to the ears of understanding," encapsulates the essence of the wisdom contained within these pages.
What sets this book apart is its ability to distill complex metaphysical concepts into easily understandable principles that can be applied to everyday life. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or a novice seeker, The Kybalion offers profound wisdom that transcends time and space.
The Centenary Edition of The Kybalion is a beautifully curated version that honors the legacy of this timeless classic. With its elegant design and insightful commentary, it breathes new life into the teachings of Hermeticism, inviting readers to explore the depths of their own consciousness.
In conclusion, The Kybalion: Centenary Edition is an indispensable addition to any esoteric library. Its timeless wisdom continues to inspire seekers of truth and enlightenment, making it a treasure trove of spiritual knowledge for generations to come.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2024"The Kybalion" is an extraordinary book that has had a profound impact on my understanding of philosophy and spirituality. This timeless work delves into the principles of Hermetic philosophy, presenting ancient wisdom in a way that is both accessible and deeply insightful.
The clarity and depth of the writing make complex concepts like mentalism, correspondence, and vibration easy to grasp, yet thought-provoking enough to inspire deeper contemplation. Each chapter offers valuable insights that have helped me view the world and my place within it from a new perspective.
What I appreciate most about "The Kybalion" is its practical approach to esoteric knowledge. The principles outlined in the book are not just theoretical but can be applied to everyday life, enhancing personal growth and self-awareness.
I highly recommend "The Kybalion" to anyone interested in exploring the foundations of Hermetic philosophy and gaining a deeper understanding of the universal laws that govern our existence. It's a must-read for seekers of wisdom and truth.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2021I absolutely had to leave a full five-star review for this product solely due to the fact of the original version of this book being so totally phenomenal and inspirational of a read. It is an eye opening and enlightening exploration of the inner workings of the entire universe and beyond. I would never want to discourage anyone from reading this book by leaving a negative review on this “product” and therefore the reader of this review potentially falsely associating a negative review on this publisher with the masterpiece of the original work itself. That being said, this product and version of it was a horrible and utterly disrespectful rendition of a once beautiful masterpiece of work. Completely falsely advertised as having “gilded edges” which it does not. Nor does it have the purported “red ribbon bookmark” at all. This publisher needs to stop falsely advertising and making an illegitimate profit off of work that they have no business profiting from. On top of this, I have to say the absolute worst review I have to leave on this product has nothing to do with aesthetics. It has entirely to do with the unnecessarily added disgraceful and disrespectful introduction. The book was perfect on its own without this specific publisher adding their own version of the introduction that made a foolish mockery of the authorship and beautiful content of this work. Written by “Richard Smoley”, a nobody who felt the need to interject his subjective and supercilious opinion on this book that no one cares to even hear about, he insulted its authorship of “The Three Initiates” which is a well-known supposed pseudonym for William Walker Atkinson, a writer and publisher of over 100 esoteric books. He even goes as far as to critique Atkinson’s career as a lawyer asserting that he was somehow a failure. On top of this, he falsely and although tries to avoid, succeeds in claiming that the entire work of The Kybalion was a plagiarism! At one point, he even equates the fantastic and mysterious nature of the books original origins as described by “The Three Initiates” as a “pious fraud”. This was not an honorable introduction but more of a bias critique and review made by an ignorant buffoon reminiscent of a book report written by a high school dropout. Clearly, the publisher failed to even read it before adding it and consequently publishing it. False advertisement and bashing your own product within its very own text is a clear and evident sign that the creators of this rendition and product know absolutely nothing about marketing. All in all, an amazing and profound read all but defiled by this publisher and product seller. I hate to say it but move on to another version.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2024One of my favorite and first books I read that introduced me to alchemy, metaphysics and esoteric science. Great introduction for beginners to understand how the universe within ourselves and externally operates.
- Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2024Interesting way of looking at life and the laws of nature. Very thought provoking and made me look at life a little differently
- Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2024A very sturdy book. On the smaller side as compared with other regular sized books on my shelf.
It doesn’t feel cheap at all.
The black textured hardened material embossed with golden letters is an eye catcher for me.
And it lets an onlooker know that the contents within are of a serious matter.
As far as those contents are concerned, it’s a nice but very brief and shallow introduction to knowledge attributed to hermeticism.
Not at all the books fault. It’s a weighty subject and actually a testament to how well the book is written - the ability to make such a vast topic of knowledge accessible.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2024Just came today soo I’m going to get right into readingThe media could not be loaded.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great condition package very niceJust came today soo I’m going to get right into reading
Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2024
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- Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2024This is a very nicely made copy of the Kybalion. Very readable text and very nice cover. A nice one for your collection. Price was definitely fair for the quality of the book.
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Carlos AguilarReviewed in Mexico on March 22, 20245.0 out of 5 stars Hermoso encuadernado
Su encuadernado es hermoso, las letras doradas y fondo negro lo hacen especial.
Sin entrar en polémica el contenido es muy interesante, abrir la mente a nuevos conocimientos es siempre importante.
Horia PopanReviewed in Canada on February 13, 20235.0 out of 5 stars Brillian little book of knowldge
Kibalyon is a master piece of Hermetic writing striking the perfect balance between physical and metaphysical worlds. I personally resonate with this type of teachings. A pertinent point of view about the creation and the Creator. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to open their mind to a creation which up to now is denied equally by science and abrahamic religions. The language/vocabulary used in the book is characteristic to year 1910 (and not to the old Egyptian era) but the approach to the hermetic knowledge in the book is on par with the emergence of quantum physics and general relativity despite being written earlier.
Amazon CustomerReviewed in the United Kingdom on November 14, 20245.0 out of 5 stars Perfect
Perfect. Exactly as advertised
Melipie22Reviewed in Spain on October 30, 20245.0 out of 5 stars Library of knowledge
A must read. Basic knowledge to step off from.
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RosaneReviewed in Brazil on July 15, 20215.0 out of 5 stars As Lei do Universo de forma clara
A leitura me trouxe a consciência de que "O Todo" é mental e que todos somos seres divinos, conectados à essa Mente.



