Life and Teaching of the Masters of the Far East Vol 1-5 Sun Series HC 1950s

by Baird D Spalding

$70 · Offered by eBay

Item Description Up for sale is a beautiful, complete 5-volume hardcover uniform set of Life and Teaching of the Masters of the Far East by Baird T. Spalding. This matching collection features the highly sought-after "Sun Series" imprint on the title pages, published by DeVorss & Co. at their historic 520 West Ninth Street address in Los Angeles, California. Dating to the late 1940s / circa 1950 era, this set is a uniform printing bound in the classic brown cloth boards with bright, crisp gold-foil lettering stamped on the front covers. Series Synopsis First published in 1924, Baird T. Spalding's Life and Teaching of the Masters of the Far East stands as a legendary cornerstone of modern metaphysical, spiritual, and New Thought literature. The narrative chronicles a profound three-year expedition launched in 1894 by a research party of eleven scientifically trained Westerners. Traveling deep into the remote mountain regions of India, Tibet, Nepal, and Persia, the practical-minded scientists sought out legendary spiritual masters. Expecting to debunk rumors of miracles, the party instead lived alongside immortal beings and witnessed remarkable displays of spiritual law—including levitation, bilocation, thought communication, and mastery over physical elements. Volume Breakdown in This Set: Volume I: Introduction to the Master Emil, experiences at the "Temple of Silence," astral projection, walking on water, and lessons on the teachings of Jesus. Volume II: Visits to ancient te

• Publisher: Devorss & Company
• Year: 1964
• Condition: Good

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