Definitions for "Esotericism"
Esoteric doctrine or principles.
Practices, principles, beliefs, or knowledge possessed by select individuals, not intended for the general body of disciples and/or general public. See also Western Esotericism.
The term Esotericism refers to the doctrines or practices of esoteric knowledge, or otherwise the quality or state of being described as esoteric.http://www.webster.com/dictionary/esotericism Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary : esotericism Esoteric knowledge is that which is specialised or advanced in nature, available only to a narrow circle of "enlightened", "initiated", or highly educated people.http://www.webster.com/dictionary/esoteric Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary : esoteric Items pertaining to Esotericism may be known as Esoterica.http://www.webster.com/dictionary/esoterica Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary : esoterica Some interpretations of esotericism are very broad and include even unconventional and non-scientific belief systems. In contrast, exoteric knowledge is knowledge that is well-known or public.
The teaching that spiritual liberation is found in a secret or hidden knowledge (sometimes called gnosis) not available in traditional orthodoxy or exotericism.
The philosophy of the evolutionary process both in man and the lower kingdoms in nature. The science of the accumulated wisdom of the ages. Presents a systematic and comprehensive account of the energetic structure of the Universe and of mans place within it. Describes the forces and influences that lie behind the phenomenal world. Also, the process of becoming aware of and gradually mastering these forces.