Masters of the Seven Rays:  Their Past Lives and Reappearance by Phillip Lindsay

What do the names Count St Germain, Morya, Koot 
Hoomi, Djwhal Khul, or Buddha and Christ, mean to you?
The subject of the Masters has always been highly 
controversial, ever since Madame Blavatsky announced 
their existence to the world at the end of the 19th century.
Since then there have been claims and distortions 
around their identity and function in the world, making a travesty of the whole subject. 
It is hoped that a more balanced perspective is 
presented here, that can provide accurate and concise
information to newcomers of the Ageless Wisdom – as 
the subject of the Masters is one that many seekers first come across. The Masters are known collectively as the Great White Brotherhood, watching over and guiding human evolution. In so doing, well known personalities have come forth in history, playing major roles at critical stages in a nation’s unfoldment, or contributing richly to art and culture of the period. 

The Masters are also investigated in light of the Science of the Seven Rays (Esoteric Psychology), in terms of the archetypal energies they embody, and for which they are custodians, or Chohans.The idea (and reality) of the Masters holds out the light of hope for struggling Humanity, who will, in their aeonic evolution, eventually achieve "unto the fullness of the measure of the stature of the Christ" - and greater. The overall perspective of Hierarchy is presented and past incarnations of some Masters are investigated, that trace the unfolding consciousness of these Mahatmas, or 'Great Souls'.

Some Chapter Headings: Soul Evolution, The Hierarchy, Gender, Hierarchy Map, The Solar and Planetary Hierarchies, The Solar Logos, Sanat Kumara  The Buddha, The Three Departments, The Manu, The Christ, Lord Maitreya, The Mahachohan, Lord of Civilisation (Master R), Lives of the Master R, The Masters of Wisdom and the Seven Chohans,  Master Morya - Chohan of Ray 1, Master Koot Hoomi - Chohan of Ray 2, The Venetian - Chohan of Ray 3, Master Serapis - Chohan of Ray 4, Master Hilarion - Chohan of Ray 5, Master Jesus - Chohan of Ray 6, Lives of the Master Jesus, Master ?    Chohan of Ray 7, Master Jupiter,  Master of the English Race, Master Djwhal Khul (D.K.), English Master (Labour Movement), Appendix 1 – Astrology and the Seven Rays, Appendix 2. Portraits of the Masters & the Krishnamurti Dilemma.Soul Evolution, The Hierarchy, Gender, Hierarchy Map, The Solar and Planetary Hierarchies, The Solar Logos, Sanat Kumara  The Buddha, The Three Departments, The Manu, The Christ, Lord Maitreya, 
The Mahachohan, Lord of Civilisation (Master R), Lives of the Master R, The Masters of Wisdom and the Seven Chohans,  Master  Morya - Chohan of Ray 1, Master Koot Hoomi - Chohan of Ray 2, The Venetian - Chohan of Ray 3, Master Serapis - Chohan of Ray 4,Master Hilarion - Chohan of Ray 5, Master Jesus - Chohan of Ray 6, Lives of the Master Jesus, Master ?    Chohan of Ray 7, Master Jupiter,  Master of the English Race, Master Djwhal Khul (D.K.), English Master (Labour Movement), Appendix 1 – Astrology  and the  Seven Rays, Appendix 2 – Portraits of the Masters & the Krishnamurti Dilemma.    

 ISBN: 1 876849010          160 pages               R.R.P. (U.S.) $20.00                         PURCHASE

Reviews

“Phillip Lindsay writes in a style that is clear, penetrating and enjoyable to read.”
Lawson Bracewell – astrologer, counsellor, group leader. Seven Ray Foundation New Zealand.

“Congratulations on a well written and informative book… illuminating.” 
Aggie Lim, director -  Esoteric Sciences Creative Education Foundation. (ESCEF)

“Phillip Lindsay, an astrologer and long time student of the Ageless Wisdom, has given us a timely and interesting historical view of these Shamballic visitations. The book is essentially divided into three sections: The first part discusses the myth and legend of Shamballa as found in the Alice Bailey books and those of the Buddhist Kalachakra teachings. The second section, constituting the heart of the book and which I found to be the most fascinating, examined the Shamballa impacts and their effects on history. While avoiding much detail, Lindsay provides an artful synthesis of relevant information together with appropriate quotes from the Bailey material, along with his observations. As an esoteric historian myself, I found his analysis of the key dates from 1825, when we are told that the third direct connection between Shamballa and humanity took place, and other events such as the founding of the Theosophical Society, the emerging of the New Group of World Servers, and the turning point of World War II, through to the most recent Wesak festival to be most interesting and helpful. The final chapters deal with certain astrological considerations related to Shamballa. The book is richly illustrated with astrological charts, and other tabulations, many of which are found in the thirty pages of appendices near the back of the book. There is also a very good glossary of key terms. Perhaps the real value of beautifully produced little book is a reference source for information on Shamballa. It is certainly a book that will not sit far from my writing desk.” 
Charles DeMotte (Professor of History, Empire State College, New York)  

“The preface notes that this book was produced at the request of students and colleagues who wanted a simple but accurate source of information about the Masters. He has certainly accomplished this goal. While there is a lot of information concerning the Masters in Alice Bailey's Initiation Human and Solar, Lindsay goes beyond this source to extract information from the other Bailey books as well as from numerous sources. Like his book on The Shamballa Impacts, there 
are many useful tabulations and a glossary. These books have the potential of being extremely valuable to students of the Ageless Wisdom tradition, both those who are new to the teachings and to the more advanced disciple. Phillip Lindsay has provided a great service in producing these books, which may serve as a model for other such compilations.” 
Charles DeMotte (Professor of History, Empire State College, New York)

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