Gods in Exile - Hardcover

by J. J. Van Der Leeuw (Author)

Gods in Exile is a book written by J. J. Van Der Leeuw that explores the concept of religion and spirituality in a modern world. The author examines the idea that traditional religions have lost their relevance in the face of scientific progress and technological advancement. He argues that this has led to a sense of spiritual exile, where people feel disconnected from the divine and are searching for new ways to connect with the sacred.Van Der Leeuw draws on a wide range of sources, including Eastern and Western philosophy, psychology, and anthropology, to explore the nature of spirituality and the human quest for meaning. He looks at the role of religion in shaping human consciousness and the ways in which it has been transformed by modernity.The book is divided into three parts. The first part explores the nature of religion and spirituality, including the concept of the divine, the role of ritual and symbolism, and the relationship between religion and culture. The second part looks at the challenges facing traditional religions in the modern world, including the rise of secularism and the impact of science and technology. The third part offers a vision for a new spirituality that can bridge the gap between traditional religion and modernity.Overall, Gods in Exile is a thought-provoking exploration of the role of religion and spirituality in the modern world. It challenges readers to consider the ways in which traditional religions have been transformed by modernity and offers a vision for a new spirituality that can help people connect with the divine in a meaningful way.1926. A priest in the Liberal Catholic Church, Van Der Leeuw writes that the pages in this book are based on an awakening of Ego-consciousness that came to him in a single moment, but has taken days to realize and many pages to describe. Contents: The Drama of the Soul in Exile; The Way to the Ego; The World of the Ego; The Powers of the Ego; and The Return of the Exile. See other works available by this author from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.