Esoteric Library

Esoteric Resource Library

• The Kybalion

  A study of the hermetic philosophy of ancient Egypt and Greece.

• The Corpus Hermeticum

  Writings attributed to Hermes Trismegistus, revealing occult wisdom.

• The Emerald Tablet of Hermes

  An essential text revealing the secret of the prima materia and the philosopher's stone.

• The Picatrix

  A medieval grimoire of astrological magic.

• The Secret Teachings of All Ages

  Expansive esoteric encyclopedia by Manly P. Hall.

• Occult Philosophy books by Cornelius Agrippa

  Three books on natural, celestial, and ceremonial magic.

• The Pictorial Key to the Tarot by A.E. Waite

  A guidebook to reading the Rider-Waite tarot deck.

• The Doctrine and Ritual of High Magic by Eliphas Levi

  A 19th century guidebook to ceremonial magic.

• Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda

  A spiritual master's journey into mysticism and kriya yoga.

• The Zohar

  Primary text of Kabbalah, commentary on the mystical aspects of the Torah.

• The Tibetan Book of the Dead

  Guide for navigating the intermediate bardo state between lives.

• Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu

  Foundational Taoist text on living in accordance with the Tao.

• The Bhagavad Gita

  Hindu scripture focused on Karma Yoga as a path to self-realization.

• The Nag Hammadi Library

  Collection of early Christian Gnostic texts discovered in Egypt.

• Light on Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar

  Foundational guide to yoga asanas, pranayama, and philosophy.

• A Path with Heart by Jack Kornfield

  Buddhist teacher's guide to mindfulness, meditation, and compassion.

• Magical Herbalism by Scott Cunningham

  Practical magic using herbs, essential oils, incense, and other natural materials.

• Love is in the Earth by Melody

  Comprehensive reference for metaphysical properties of over 700 minerals and crystals.

• Daily Rituals by Mason Currey

  Profiles of famous artists' and creatives' routines and habits.

• The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron

  Guide to cultivating creativity through practices like morning pages.

• The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown

  Cultivating self-acceptance, courage, and connection.

• Sacred Texts Archive

  Extensive collection of religious and esoteric texts from various traditions.

• The Hermetic Library

  Digital library of occult and esoteric resources.

• Global Grey ebooks - Religion and Spirituality

  Free ebooks on various esoteric and spiritual topics.

• PDF Drive - Esoteric Books

  Large collection of downloadable esoteric books in PDF format.

• Project Gutenberg - Occult Sciences

  Free ebooks on occult sciences from Project Gutenberg.

• Project Gutenberg - Mythology

  Free ebooks on mythology from various cultures.

• Project Gutenberg - Alchemy

  Free ebooks on the historical practice and philosophy of alchemy.

• The Theosophical Society Online Resources

  Articles, books, and archives related to Theosophy.

• Sacred Texts - Buddhism

  A collection of Buddhist scriptures and texts.

• Sacred Texts - Hinduism

  A collection of Hindu scriptures and texts.

• Biblioteca Pleyades

  Website with a vast collection of esoteric and alternative knowledge articles.

• Esoteric Archives

  Collection of documents and books on esoteric subjects.

• Learn Religions - Occult and Esoteric

  Articles and information on various occult and esoteric traditions.

• The Key of Solomon the King (Clavicula Salomonis)

  A grimoire attributed to King Solomon containing influences of alchemy, astrology, and Kabbalah.

• The Lesser Key of Solomon (Lemegeton)

  Another grimoire attributed to King Solomon, focusing on demonology and angelic magic.

• The Book of Lies by Aleister Crowley

  A collection of cryptic and often humorous writings by the influential occultist.

• Magick in Theory and Practice by Aleister Crowley

  Crowley's comprehensive system of magick, covering a wide range of esoteric practices and philosophies.

• The Gnostic Gospels by Elaine Pagels

  An exploration of Gnostic texts and their significance in early Christianity.

• Sepher HaZohar (The Book of Splendor)

  A foundational text of Kabbalah, offering mystical interpretations of the Torah.

• Kabbalah Unveiled by S.L. MacGregor Mathers

  A translation of key Kabbalistic texts, including the Kabbalah Denudata.

• The Conference of the Birds by Farid ud-Din Attar

  A classic Sufi poem allegorically depicting the soul's journey towards God.

• The Essential Rumi by Coleman Barks (translator)

  A collection of poems by the renowned Sufi mystic Rumi.

• Alchemy: Ancient and Modern by H. Stanley Redgrove

  A historical overview of alchemy and its principles.

• The Golden Age of Alchemy by Arthur Edward Waite

  An exploration of alchemy in its cultural and historical context.

• Theosophy: What It Is by Annie Besant

  An introduction to the core concepts and principles of Theosophy.

• Isis Unveiled by H.P. Blavatsky

  One of the foundational texts of modern Theosophy, exploring ancient mysteries and occult sciences.

• The Hermetic Museum, Restored and Enlarged

  A compilation of alchemical texts, originally published in Latin in 1678, translated and edited by Arthur Edward Waite.

• Collectanea Chemica

  A collection of treatises on alchemy and hermetic medicine, including works by Eirenaeus Philalethes and George Ripley.

• The New Pearl of Great Price

  An alchemical treatise by Petrus Bonus, a 14th-century Italian alchemist.

• Turba Philosophorum

  An early Arabic alchemical text, presented as a dialogue between various ancient philosophers.

• A Suggestive Inquiry into the Hermetic Mystery by Mary Anne Atwood

  A deep dive into Hermetic philosophy, alchemy, and theosophy.

• The Book of Abramelin the Mage

  A famous grimoire detailing a complex system of ceremonial magic.

• Arbatel: De magia veterum

  A Renaissance grimoire focusing on spiritual advice and aphorisms.

• The Grand Grimoire

  A black magic grimoire, also known as "The Red Dragon," containing instructions for summoning various demons.

• The Complete Book of Magic Science

  Claims to be the complete “Black Book,” covering various rituals, talismans, and ceremonial practices.

• Sefer Yetzirah (Book of Formation)

  An early and foundational text of Kabbalah, exploring the creation of the universe.

• The Secret Doctrine of the Kabbalah by Leonora Leet

  Explores the underlying principles of the Kabbalah.

• The Bahir

  An early Kabbalistic text.

• Gates of Light (Shaare Orah)

  A Kabbalistic work explaining the ten sefirot.

• The Wisdom of the Zohar: An Anthology of Texts

  A comprehensive anthology of the Zohar's mystical teachings.

• The Upanishads

  A collection of ancient Sanskrit texts containing central philosophical concepts of Hinduism.

• The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali

  A foundational text of Yoga philosophy, outlining the eight limbs of yoga.

• The I Ching or Book of Changes

  An ancient Chinese divination text and philosophical classic.

• The Platform Sutra of the Sixth Patriarch

  A key text in Zen Buddhism.

• The Secret Doctrine by H.P. Blavatsky

  A major work of Theosophy, presenting a synthesis of science, religion, and philosophy.

• The Kybalion (another copy, higher quality scan)

  Presents the seven Hermetic principles in a more modern language.

• Thought Forms by Annie Besant and C.W. Leadbeater

  A Theosophical work exploring the visualization of thoughts and emotions.

• The Science of Mind by Ernest Holmes

  A foundational text of Religious Science, a New Thought movement.

• Pistis Sophia

  A significant Gnostic text, containing teachings attributed to Jesus after his resurrection.

• The Apocryphon of John

  A Gnostic text detailing a complex cosmology and creation myth.

• Fragments of a Faith Forgotten by G.R.S. Mead

  An extensive overview of early Christian Gnostic movements.

• The Cloud of Unknowing

  A classic of Christian mysticism.

• The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Ávila

  A guide to spiritual development through seven stages of prayer.

• The Imitation of Christ by Thomas à Kempis

  A devotional classic emphasizing humility and inwardness.

• Psychology and Alchemy by C.G. Jung

  Jung's exploration of the psychological significance of alchemical symbolism.

• Mysterium Coniunctionis by C.G. Jung

  Jung's late work on alchemy and the individuation process.

• Modern Man in Search of a Soul by C.G. Jung

  Explores the spiritual and psychological challenges of modern life.

• Dogme et Rituel de la Haute Magie by Eliphas Lévi (Original French)

  The original French version of Lévi's work on ceremonial magic.

• Transcendental Magic, its Doctrine and Ritual by Eliphas Lévi

  Waite's translation of Lévi's work.

• The Secret Lore of Magic by Idries Shah

  A survey of magical literature and practices.

• The Book of Ceremonial Magic by A.E. Waite

  A comprehensive overview of grimoires and magical rituals.

• The Sufis by Idries Shah

  A deep dive into the history, philosophy, and practices of Sufism.