The Consciousness of the Atom

In this book the scientific relation of matter and consciousness is discussed as evolution progressively affects the atomic substance of all forms. The "atom" emerges as a miniature but complete replica of the energy structure common to all forms of life - cosmic, planetary, human and subhuman.

The Destiny of the Nations

A nation is an evolving spiritual entity, subject, like a human being, to the impact of energies. These energies influence the national consciousness, encouraging recognition of soul destiny and cooperation with that evolving process. The spiritual destiny of many nations and their predisposing soul and personality influences are discussed in this book.

Discipleship in the New Age

These two volumes contain the record of a series of personal and group instructions given to a small group of aspirants over a period of fifteen years by a Master of the Wisdom. They contain detailed teachings on Meditation, Initiation and the Six Stages of Discipleship. They emphasise the new age, pioneering necessity for group work, the development of group consciousness, and the change in training for initiation from individuals to discipleship groups.

Education in the New Age

Education should be a continuous process from birth to death. It is essentially a process leading to reconciliation of the human and divine elements in the constitution of a human being. Right relationship between God and humanity, spirit and matter, the whole and the part, should be a prime objective of educational techniques.

The Externalisation of the Heirarchy

This book discusses the interdependence of all states of consciousness and kingdoms in nature within the planet. It shows the interaction between humanity, the Hierarchy and Shamballa, and sets out the essentials of Plan and Purpose which influence human affairs. The process of the externalisation of certain ashrams within the Hierarchy and the practical effects of the process are given in detail.

From Bethlehem to Calvary

The life experience of the Master Jesus, including the Crucifixion, the Great Renunciation, is reflected in the life experience of all human beings. We can know and consciously cooperate in the journey which leads from the place of spiritual birth to the place of renunciation and resurrection.

From Intellect to Intuition

The development of the intellect, while necessary, is a means to an end. The intellect should become a means of penetrating into new dimensions of thought and consciousness, and of awakening the intuitive faculty of "pure reason". Through occult meditation the gap is bridged between the threefold mind and the intuition.

Glamour: A World Problem

World glamour - the sumtotal of human ignorance, fear and greed - can be dissipated through the clear, inclusive thinking of those in whom the soul (Christ) principle is awakening. Glamour results from a negative emotional focus; the dissipation of glamour depends on "illumined thinking".

Initiation, Human and Solar

An initiation is an expansion of consciousness, leading to revelation and illumination. Initiation is experienced by all forms of life, great and small. The work of the planetary Hierarchy, in its many stages of Mastership, is outlined is this book, and the Fourteen Rules are given by which the neophyte may become an Applicant at the Portal of Initiation.

Letters on Occult Meditation

The science of meditation, as a mind-training technique, is increasingly practised everywhere. Meditation is concerned with energy flow, energy which is impersonal and fiery in nature; its potential dangers should therefore be understood and avoided, and practices adopted which are safe and trustworthy. This book sets out the basic factors, general and specific, showing the overall objective of the science of meditation to be planetary service.

The Light of the Soul

This volume is an original paraphrase, with commentary, of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. The Yoga Sutras are of ancient origin, first reduced to writing by Patanjali, who is considered the founder of the Raja Yoga School. Control of the mind and its illumination by the soul are brought about through the practice of Raja Yoga.

Problems of Humanity

Six basic world problems, with many ramifications, continue to present humanity with opportunity for progress. A perspective on these problems is shown in this book; the spiritual factors and subjective causes are related to the outer appearances and effects on the world scene.

The Reappearance of the Christ

Many religions today expect the coming of an Avatar or Saviour. The second coming of the Christ, as the world Teacher for the age of Aquarius, is presented in this book as an imminent event, that is logical and practical in the continuity of divine revelation throughout the ages. The Christ belongs to all humanity; he can be known and understood as "the same great Identity in all the world religions".

The Soul and its Mechanism

The soul works through the mechanism of the threefold personality. The method by which the soul and the personality vehicles interact and function together is presented in this volume; and also the way the human constitution, as a whole and in its component parts, responds to the impact of an evolving consciousness.

Telepathy and the Etheric Vehicle

The scientific basis for the widely accepted ideal of the "brotherhood of man" rests on the fact of the interwoven etheric - or energy - structure underlying all forms in all kingdoms within the planet. It is this essential oneness which provides the conditions for intercommunication on all levels of consciousness, and which creates the possibility of simultaneous impression in many by a stream of Plan-inspired energy.

A Treatise on Cosmic Fire

This volume deals with the underlying structure of occult teaching for the present era and with those vast cosmic processes reproduced through all areas of life from universe to atom. A large section of the book gives a detailed exposition of Solar Fire, the Fire of Mind, since this is the dominant energy to be understood and controlled during this second solar system. Among other values, the book provides a compact outline of a scheme of cosmology, philosophy and psychology which serves as a basic reference and text book.

A Treatise on the Seven Rays

Five volumes have been written under the overall title of A Treatise on the Seven Rays, based on the fact, the nature, the quality and the interrelationship of the seven streams of energy pervading our solar system, our planet and all that lives and moves within its orbit.

Esoteric Psychology,
Vol. I & II

These two volumes go extensively into the psychological make-up of a human being as the life, quality and appearance of an incarnating, evolving spiritual entity. They also relate the circumstance of a human psychology to world conditions and to future possibilities.

Esoteric Astrology, Vol. III

The science of esoteric astrology is said to be the basic occult science of the future. Astrology is described in this book as "the science of relationships", a science which deals with those conditioning energies and forces which play through and upon the whole field of space and all that is found within it.

Esoteric Healing, Vol. IV

Healing is an exact and an exacting science. Esoteric healing is equally scientific, based on a number of requirements, including knowledge of the constitution of the human being as a spiritual being and of the biology and anatomy of the physical form. In this book the seven ray techniques of healing are described; the laws and rules of healing are discussed; basic causes of disease are shown; and requirements for healing are given in detail.

The Rays and the Initiations, Vol. V

The first part of this volume contains the Fourteen Rules for Group Initiation, this is an extension of the teachings given in Initiation , Human and Solar on the Fourteen Rules for Applicants. The second part of the book is concerned with the nine initiations by which the disciple progressively achieves liberation from the various forms of our planetary life. The possibility of group initiation is a development of the present era; this volume emphasises the growth of the group idea - group service, group responsibility, group initiation and group absorption into the centre Hierarchy.

A Treatise on White Magic

This book contains the Fifteen Rules for Magic ( for soul control) - the soul, the White Magician, becoming manifest through its own inherent "magical" powers. The human being is essentially and inherently divine. The soul is the means whereby humanity evolves a consciousness of divinity, redeems gross matter and liberates the pure flame of spirit from the limitation of form.

The Unfinished Autobiography

Although her death in December 1949 prevented the completion of this book, enough of the author's life story emerges to show the stages in her journey from Christian evangelism to mastery of the science of esotericism, author, lecturer and teacher.

The Labours of Hercules:
An Astrological Interpretation

This book gives a vivid account of the journey of the soul as it incarnates progressively through the twelve signs of the Zodiac. The labours that Hercules performs symbolise the specific challenges that face all disciples as they seek to equip themselves to better serve their fellow human beings. It is an excellent introduction to a more esoteric understanding of astrology.

A Compilation on Sex

A thought-provoking collection of extracts on the cause and basic mystery of the sex relation. "In the vale of illusion, the symbol oft engrosses the attention and that which it represents is forgotten." Chapters include: Sex and Discipleship; Chakras and Sex Energy; Marriage and Parenthood; Cosmic Correspondences to the Sex Impulse.

Ponder on This

Throughout the Alice Bailey books we frequently come across arresting suggestions and ideas. Many of these are brought together in this book. Arranged in alphabetical order they form an ideal introduction to the books as a whole. Topics include: The Ancient Mysteries; Courage; Crisis; Guidance; Joy; Mind; The New Age; Visualisation.

Serving Humanity

"Service can be briefly described as the spontaneous effect of soul contact. This contact is so definite and fixed that the life of the soul can pour through into the instrument (the personality) which the soul must perforce use upon the physical plane." This book contains a comprehensive collection of quotations to stimulate thought and increase our understanding of service and its vital importance at our present time.

Death: The Great Adventure

With widespread publicity concerning the "Near Death Experience", many people are now searching for a deeper understanding of death and the process of dying. Esoteric teachings on the subtle bodies and their interrelationship have much to offer to those pondering on and researching the mystery of death.

The Animal Kingdom

The Animal Kingdom, A Spiritual Perspective is a thought-provoking compilation of extracts from the books of Alice A Bailey. It offers an inspiring overview of humanity's responsibility for the evolution of animals. The Animal Kingdom, A Spiritual Perspective deepens our understanding of the mystery of the animal kingdom because it explains the divine purpose of our association with animals, and the important role humanity has to play in their evolution. This book will be of interest to anyone who is willing to consider a new point of view regarding man's relationship with animals.

The Seventh Ray:
Revealer of the New Age

This book is a complete collection of all that Alice Bailey wrote on the seventh ray, the inaugurating ray of the new age.

The Seven Rays of Life

One of the most important features of the Alice Bailey books is the detailed information they give on the seven rays. Recent years have seen a considerable growth of interest in this subject, and many people are now enthusiastically grappling with "the science of the rays". Alice Bailey wrote that a study of the rays will mean:

"....we shall have a practical method of analysis whereby we can arrive at a right understanding of ourselves as ensouling entities, and at a wiser comprehension of our fellowmen. We can then deal more intelligently with ourselves, with our children and with our friends and associates. We shall find ourselves able to co-operate more wisely with the Plan as it is seeking expression at any particular time".

This book is a broad introduction to the whole subject of rays. Chapters include:- Astrology and the Rays; The Rays and World Affairs; The Rays and Human Development; The Spiritual Path and the Rays; To Serve.

Changing Esoteric Values

Based on material Foster Bailey used for four lectures that he gave in London, this practical book is useful to all esotericists who are seeking to make their lives a contribution to human welfare.

Reflections

"Reflection requires the capacity to relate ideas. It goes beyond memory and analysis to analogies and conclusions which are illuminating and intriguing." Seven essays reveal Foster Bailey's reflections on such subjects as: The Sacred Word; Modern Esotericism; and the Need for World Goodwill. The book also presents 20 Mantrams, eleven of which, including The Great Invocation, are accompanied by a commentary.

The Spirit of Masonry

This book looks at Freemasonry from a spiritual point of view. The right function of modern masonry is to be the builder of each person's unseen temple of life. It is concerned with true life values and right human relations.

Things to Come

In his foreword to this book Foster Bailey writes: "My purpose is not to foretell the future but to indicate future reasonable goals and values to be achieved by all of us in that new civilisation which is most surely on its way." 27 essays review important world events and future possibilities. Things will be better for everyone in the future when more people of goodwill think and plan for it.

A Learning Experience

by Mary Bailey

A Learning Experience is an account of the joy and challenge of group discipleship in the modern age. Previously unpublished extracts from the Tibetan Master Djwhal Khul's first year of work with Alice Bailey are given, as well as a thoughtful summation by Mary Bailey of her thirty-three years of group work with the Arcane School and the Lucis Trust. For many of those years she served as President on behalf of the work begun by Alice and Foster Bailey. This book is Mary Bailey's account of the growth of that work into a discipleship service of international scope.

The Golden Thread
by Natalie Banks

The constant reappearance of the Ancient or Ageless Wisdom, that body of inner or esoteric teaching handed down from remote times in a form suitable to the period, has always attracted the minds of thoughtful people. Through its remarkable preservation and continuity it has been compared in symbol to a golden thread: a spiritual life-line waxing or waning in clarity and intensity from century to century.

Earth’s first contact with the essence of this inner wisdom is thought to have taken place millions of years ago before any kind of record was possible. As described within the annals of the Ageless Wisdom, the story of its inception and its development through many thousands of years is both instructive and inspiring and suggests the existence of both purpose and plan.