Frithjof Schuon was a philosopher and metaphysician recognized as an authority on religion and spirituality, and a leading exponent of the Perennialist School. His work centers on the concept of an eternal religion (Religio Perennis), offering a critique of modern academic relativism. Schuon articulated a profound faith in an absolute principle, God, as the governor of the universe, emphasizing the connection between this divine principle and humanity through revelation. While his primary metaphysical works were composed in French, he also explored poetry in German.
This collection of letters by Frithjof Schuon, the foremost spokesman of the perennial philosophy, is the first to appear in English and contains nearly 200 letters from Schuon's youth to old age as written to friends, spiritual seekers, and scholars. These letters offer insights into Schuon's message of the perennial philosophy, as well as a glimpse into his life as messenger of that philosophy.
A revised translation of Frithjof Schuon's early work includes over 50 pages of new material, featuring unpublished letters and private writings. The edition is enriched with a foreword by Huston Smith, extensive editor's notes, and a glossary of foreign terms, enhancing the reader's understanding of the text. This comprehensive update offers deeper insights into Schuon's perennialist philosophy, making it a valuable resource for both new and returning readers.
A New Translation with Selected Letters
Exploring the inward and universal dimension of religion, this revised edition of Schuon's writings delves into esoterism and the concept of sophia perennis, or perennial wisdom. The book offers a new translation from French and includes over 60 pages of previously unpublished material, such as selections from his letters and private writings. Schuon's insights serve as essential keys to understanding the formal contradictions and transcendent unity among the world's religions.
Exploring Buddhism as a vibrant spiritual force rather than merely a historical phenomenon, this revised edition of Schuon's work offers insights relevant to all readers. It includes a fresh translation from the original French and introduces 75 pages of new material, featuring previously unpublished letters and writings. This comprehensive approach invites a deeper understanding of Buddhism's contemporary significance and personal resonance.
This collection features aphorisms on metaphysics and spirituality from a leading expert in comparative religion. It showcases youth journals that highlight themes from his later work, combining evocative poetry with challenging metaphysical concepts. A unique and intense exploration of profound ideas.
A guide for souls seeking clarity in complex times. This book includes essays that focus on restoring ourselves to our full birthright as beings made in God's image and explore themes such as genius, intelligence, character, and prayer.
Provides insightful answers to age-old religious and philosophical questions such as predestination and free will, the reason for evil, and the meaning of eternity in heaven and hell. This edition contains selections from Schuon's private writings, helpful editor's notes, an extensive glossary of foreign terms and phrases, and an index.
Invites us to explore our relationship with the Divine. Covering topics as diverse as our sense of the sacred, the conditions of our existence, and the question of accepting or refusing God's message, this title paves the way for a true spiritual engagement.
Fully revised translation from the French original of Schuon's classic masterwork on Islam
This book contains two collections, Autumn Leaves and The Ring, and is offered here for the first time in a bilingual English-German edition. The various sections Beauty, Human Questions, Doctrine, Recollections, Images, and the Soul. In these poetic teachings Schuon speaks directly to the reader, expressing every conceivable subtlety of spiritual and moral counsel. They comfort and inspire the reader to cultivate inner beauty and seek a deeper consciousness of the presence of God.