Recommended Books of Wisdom
“Wisdom is the science of the spirit, just as knowledge is the science of
matter. Knowledge is separative and objective, whilst wisdom is synthetic
and subjective. Knowledge divides; wisdom unites. Knowledge differentiates
whilst wisdom blends.”
– The Tibetan
Welcome to a library of recommended reading for soul-centered education and spiritu-
al transformation. Among the variety of resources provided on SoulBridging.com we are
pleased to offer this list of extraordinary books of wisdom and illumination to help you
navigate the sacred and mysterious inward journey.
Whether you are taking your first steps upon the Path or are a seasoned traveller of the wis-
dom teachings, you will discover titles to inspire and guide you. Some are beloved classics,
some are written for modern times, others are revelatory or ancient texts.
This treasure of literary jewels is organized into eight categories, so explore the titles and
allow your intuition to guide you to the right book at the right time. These books are in-
telligently categorized as introductory to advanced, but we trust your soul will lead you to
access the font of inspiration that serves you best.
Below is a brief description of each of the categories that describes the focus or themes
of the many books to be found under that heading. For your convenience we have estab-
lished a bookstore with links to Amazon so you may buy these books directly from our sug-
gested reading list. To browse our bookstore, just click the category title to enter. We hope
you will return often to consult this educational resource as it expands over time.
Ageless Wisdom
At the core of all the great world religions and mystical traditions lies a timeless body of spiritual wisdom also
known as the Perennial Philosophy or The Golden Thread. Based upon universal truths and principles that gov-
ern the cosmos, these timeless teachings have been passed down through the ages and belong to all humanity
regardless of culture or creed. These philosophical books are a good starting point for anyone on the Path.
Introductory
The Supreme Identity, by Alan Watts
The Perennial Philosophy, by Aldous Huxley
The Metaphysical Library Dictionary, by Charles Fillmore
Flatland | A Romance of Many Dimensions, by Edwin A. Abbott
Huna | A Beginner’s Guide, by Enid Hoffman
Nosso Lar | A Spiritual Home, by Francisco Xavier
The Transcendent Unity of Religions, by Frithjof Schuon
Siddhartha, by Herman Hesse
Forgotten Truth | The Primordial Tradition, by Huston Smith
A Brief Tour of Higher Consciousness | A Cosmic Book on the Mechanics of Creation, by Itzhak Bentov
A Sense of the Cosmos | Scientific Knowledge and Spiritual Truth, by Jacob Needleman
The Hero With A Thousand Faces, by Joseph Campbell
The Power of Myth, by Joseph Campbell with Bill Moyers,
The Crack In The Cosmic Egg | New Constructs of Mind and Reality, by Joseph Chilton Pierce
The Prophet, by Kahlil Gibran
Awakening the Buddha Within | Tibetan Wisdom for the Modern World, by Lama Surya Das
Tao Te Ching | A New English Version, by Lao-Tsu [Stephen Mitchell]
The Tarot | A Key To The Wisdom Of The Ages, by Paul Foster Case
The Ocean of Love | The Anurag Sagar of Kabir, by Sant Bani Ashram
The Essential Rumi, Translation by Coleman Barks with John Moyne
When Humanity Comes Of Age, by Vera Stanley Alder
The Parent’s Tao Te Ching | A New Interpretation; Ancient Advice for Modern Parents, by William Martin
Intermediate
The Inner Side of History, by Charles deMotte
Occult Preparations for a New Age, by Dane Rudhyar
Rhythm of Wholeness, by Dane Rudhyar
The Kingdom of the Gods, by Geoffrey Hodson
The Seven Mysteries of Life, by Guy Murchie
Ano Ano | The Seed, by Kristin Zambucka
Autobiography of a Yogi, by Paramahansa Yogananda
Sri Aurobindo on the Adventure of Consciousness, by Satprem
Advanced
The Planetarization of Consciousness, by Dane Rudhyar
Esoteric Teachings
These texts comprise the core of what we call the Mystery Teachings. Many of these were given to humanity by
Masters of Wisdom via trained disciples and can be comprehended on many layers of meaning. These teachings
are meant to be studied in depth and pondered with the higher mind and intuition. Many students have spent a
lifetime with these volumes and are still gaining new insights and illuminations with each reading.
Introductory
An Introduction to Esoteric Philosophy, by Henry Laurency
The Secret Teachings of All Ages, by Manly P. Hall
When The Soul Awakens | The Path to Spiritual Evolution and a New World Era, by Nancy Seifer and Martin Vieweg
Letters That Have Helped Me, compiled by Jasper Niem and William Q. Judge
Intermediate
Esoteric Healing | A Practical Guide Based on Teachings of the Tibetan, by Alan Hopking
Bridges | Ancient Wisdom Revealed, by Art Jurriaanse
Life and Teaching of the Masters of the Far East [6 Volume Set], by Baird T. Spaulding
The Great Approach | New Light and Life for Humanity, by Benjamin Creme
The Initiate, by Cyril Scott
The Initiate In The New World, by Cyril Scott
The Initiate In The Dark Cycle, by Cyril Scott
The Greater Awareness, by Cyril Scott
Man In Evolution, by G. de Purucker
The Transfiguration of Our World | How A Light Alliance Is Transforming Darkness and Creating A New Earth,
by Gordon Asher Davidson
The Tell-Tale Picture Gallery | Occult Stories, by H. P. Blavatsky and W. Q. Judge
The Threefold Method for Understanding the Seven Rays, by Kurt Abraham
Light On The Path | Through The Gates Of Gold, by Mabel Collins
Secret Destiny of America, by Manly P. Hall
The Gateway of Liberation, by Mary Gray
The Temple of Amon Ra, by Mary Gray
Chalice of the Heart, by Mary Gray
Echoes of the Cosmic Song | Leaves From An Occult Notebook, by Mary Gray
Masters Of the Seven Rays | Their Past Lives And Reappearances, by Phillip Lindsay
The Voice Of The Silence | Being Extracts From The Book Of Golden Precepts, Translated and Annotated
by H. P. Blavatsky
Brother of the Third Degree, by Will Garver
Shine Forth | The Soul’s Magical Destiny, by William A. Meader
Advanced
The Mahatma Letters | To A. P. Sinett from the Mahatmas M. and K.H., by A. Trevor Barker
Brotherhood, Agni Yoga Society
Fiery World, Agni Yoga Society
Hierarchy, Agni Yoga Society
Infinity, Agni Yoga Society
Initiation, Human and Solar, by Alice A. Bailey
Discipleship in the New Age | Volume I, by Alice A. Bailey
Discipleship in the New Age | Volume II, by Alice A. Bailey
Esoteric Psychology | Volume I, by Alice A. Bailey
Esoteric Psychology | Volume II, by Alice A. Bailey
Glamour | A World Problem, by Alice A. Bailey
Telepathy and the Etheric Vehicle, by Alice A. Bailey
The Destiny of the Nations, by Alice A. Bailey
The Externalization of the Hierarchy, by Alice A. Bailey
The Light of the Soul, by Alice A. Bailey
The Rays and the Initiations, by Alice A. Bailey
A Treatise on Cosmic Fire, by Alice A. Bailey
Education in the New Age, by Alice A. Bailey
A Study in Consciousness | A Contribution to the Study of Consciousness, by Annie Besant
Man, Visible and Invisible, by C.W. Leadbetter
God, Science & The Secret Doctrine | The Zero Point Metaphysics and Holographic Space of H. P. Blavatsky,
by Christopher P. Holmes
The Heart Doctrine | Mystical Views of the Origin and Nature of Human Consciousness, by Christopher P. Holmes
SENSA | The Lost Language of the Ancient Mysteries, by Dorje Jinpa
The Divine Plan, by Geoffrey A. Barborka
The Secret Doctrine | The Synthesis of Science, Religion and Philosophy, by Helena Petrovna Blavatsky
Isis Unveiled | Secrets of the Ancient Wisdom Tradition, by Helena Petrovna Blavatsky
Nature of the Soul, by Lucille Cedercrans
The Path of Initiation, by Lucille Cedercrans
Healing, by Lucille Cedercrans
The Soul and Its Instrument, by Lucille Cedercrans
The Disciple and Economy, by Lucille Cedercrans
Creative Thinking, by Lucille Cedercrans
Sirius, by M. Temple Richmond
The Infinitization of Selfhood, by Michael D. Robbins
Tapestry of the Gods | Volume I, by Michael D. Robbins
Tapestry of the Gods | Volume II, by Michael D. Robbins
Leaves of Morya’s Garden Book One | The Call, by Nicholas Roerich
Leaves of Morya’s Garden Book One | Illumination, by Nicholas Roerich
The Hidden History of Humanity | Esoteric Evolution of Planetary Life, by Phillip Lindsay
The Shamballa Impacts | Their Esoteric Astrology in World History, Phillip Lindsay
Bridge to Superconsciousness, by Rick Prater
The Kybalion | Hermetic Philosophy, by Three Initiates
The Solar Angel, by Torkum Saraydarian
Irritation | The Destructive Fire, by Torkum Saraydarian
The Rainbow Bridge | Link With the Soul, by Two Disciples
Right Relationship
Right relationship is not only about how we interact with those close to us such as family, friends and our com-
munity. It extends to involvement in our nation and responsibility to the world at large. Right relationship is also
reflected in how we relate to the kingdoms of nature below and above us. These books teach us that goodwill is
love in action.
Introductory
The Shaman’s Body | A New Shamanism For Transforming Health, Relationships, And The Community,
by Arnold Mindell
A New Earth | Awakening To Your Life’s Purpose, by Eckhart Tolle
Spiritual Partnership | The Journey to Authentic Power, by Gary Zukav
Beyond Religion | Ethics For A Whole World, by The Dalai Lama
The Way Of Council, by Jack Zimmerman in collaboration with Virginia Coyle
Self-Realization
TThe first step on the spiritual path is to become of the real Self. We are born and conditioned by society to identify
with our personality, but as we evolve we come to learn that we have a Higher Self, the soul, whose silent whisper
speaks to us through our intuition. These books teach us how to build that bridge to the soul through meditation,
detachment, unconditional love and service revealing our true nature which is peace and joy.
Introductory
The Teachings of Don Juan | A Yaqui Way of Knowledge, by Carlos Castaneda
Entering The Castle | An Inner Path To God And Your Soul, by Caroline Myss
Passionate Presence | Experiencing the Seven Qualities of Awakened Awareness, by Catherine Ingram
The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success | A Practical Guide to the Fulfillment of Your Dreams, by Deepak Chopra
The Spontaneous Fulfillment of Desire, by Deepak Chopra
The Power of Now, by Eckhart Tolle
Pathways Through to Space | A Personal Report of Transformation In Consciousness, by Franklin Merrell Wolff
Where Two Worlds Touch | Spiritual Rites Of Passage, by Gloria D. Karpinski
The Journey to the Sacred Garden | A Guide to Travelling in the Spiritual Realms, by Hank Wesselman
The Art of Happiness | A Handbook For Living, by The Dalai Lama
As A Man Thinketh, by James Allen
The Celestine Prophecy, by James Redfield
The Silent Path, by Michael Eastcott
The Alchemist | A Fable About Following Your Dreams, by Paulo Coelho
Self-Reliance and Other Essays, by Ralph Waldo Emerson
Journey of Awakening | A Meditators Guidebook, by Ram Dass
The Only Dance There Is, by Ram Dass
Why Me, Why This, Why Now | A Guide To Answering Life’s Toughest Questions, by Robin Norwood
Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind, by Shunryu Suzuki
Spiritual Emergency | When Personal Transformation Becomes a Crisis, by Stanislav and Christina Grof
Intermediate
The Science of Mind, by Ernest Holmes
The Awakening of Intelligence, by J. Krishnamurti
The Marriage of Spirit | Enlightened Living in Today’s World, by Leslie Temple-Thurston with Brad Laughlin
Esoteric Astrology
Astrology defines the nature and quality of distinct energies that are the living components of identity. It reveals
the geometry that sets those dynamics in motion revealing tendencies, purpose and progress. As a tool it helps us
assess our gifts and challenges and as a map, to navigate our lives and spiritual evolution. It is a secret code, a path
of knowledge and a cosmic language of the soul’s destiny.
Introductory
Alan Oken’s Complete Astrology | A Classic Guide To Modern Astrology, by Alan Oken
Intermediate
Soul-Centered Astrology | A Key To Expanding Self, by Alan Oken
Cycles of Opportunity, by Carole Beckham
From Humanistic to Transpersonal Astrology, by Dane Rudhyar
Transpersonal Astrology | Finding The Soul’s Purpose, by Errol Weiner
Advanced
The Astrology of Transformation | A Multi-Level Approach, by Dane Rudhyar
Esoteric Psychology
Spiritual or Transpersonal psychology goes beyond conventional psychology and returns to its roots: the study of
the Soul. We are far more than our physical selves, we also have emotional, mental, and spiritual vehicles that all
need to align with our inner purpose. These books help us understand who we really are and how our subconcious,
conscious and super-conscious selves interact in ways that either help or hinder our spiritual awakening.
Introductory
The Book | On the Taboo Against Knowing Who You Are, by Alan Watts
Change Your Aura, Change Your Life | A Step-by-Step Guide to Unfolding Your Spiritual Power, by Barbara Y. Martin
Emotional Intelligence | Why It Can Matter More Than IQ, by Daniel Goleman
The Seat of the Soul, by Gary Zukav
The Heart of the Soul | Emotional Awareness, by Gary Zukav
The Mind of the Soul | Responsible Choice, by Gary Zukav
Jung and The Alchemical Imagination, by Jeffrey Raff
Journey of Souls | Case of Studies of LIfe Between Lives, by Michael Newton
Your Soul’s Plan | Discovering the Real Meaning of the Life You Planned Before You Were Born, by Robert Schwartz
Intermediate
Beyond Individualism | The Psychology of Transformation, by Dane Rudhyar
Joyful Evolution | A Guide for Loving Co-Creation with Your Conscious, Subconscious and Superconscious Selves,
by Gordon Davidson
The Spectrum of Consciousness, by Ken Wilbur
Destiny of Souls | New Case Studies of Life Between Lives, by Michael Newton
The Act of Will, by Roberto Assagioli
Psychosynthesis | A Collection of Basic Writings, by Roberto Assagioli
Transpersonal Development | The Dimension Beyond Psychosynthesis, by Roberto Assagioli
Beyond the Brain | Birth, Death and Transcendence in Psychotherapy, by Stanislav Grof
Spiritual Science
In the coming Age of Synthesis, we will see science and spirit come together. Science explains the laws of the phys-
ical world and esotericism reveals the laws of the spiritual world. Leading-edge science today is showing how new
discoveries in modern physics and biology are affirming the central tenets and axioms of ancient wisdom teach-
ings. These books are a perfect gateway for those seekers who come from a more analytical perspective.
Introductory
The Honeymoon Effect | The Science of Creating Heaven on Earth, by Bruce Lipton
The Dancing Wu Li Masters | An Overview of the New Physics, by Gary Zukav
Intermediate
The Self-Aware Universe | How Consciousness Creates the Material World, by Amit Goswami
The Physics of the Soul | The Quantum Book of Living, Dying, Reincarnation and Immortality, by Amit Goswami
The Biology of Belief | Unleashing the Power of Consciousness, Matter and Miracles, by Bruce Lipton
The Holographic Paradigm | And Other Paradoxes, Edited by Ken Wilbur
Science and the Akashic Field | An Integral Theory of Everything, by Ervin Laszlo
A New Paradigm for a New World | Ervin Laszlo and Edgar Mitchell in Dialogue, by Ervin Laszlo
The Self-Actualizing Cosmos | The Akasha Revolution in Science and Human Consciousness, by Ervin Laszlo
The Immortal Mind | Science and the Continuity of Consciousness Beyond the Brain, by Ervin Laszlo
The Tao of Physics | An Exploration of the Parallels Between Modern Physics and Eastern Mysticism, by Fritjof Capra
The Systems View of Life | A Unifying Vision, by Fritjof Capra
Stalking the Wild Pendulum | On The Mechanics of Consciousness, by Itzhak Bentov
The Holographic Universe | The Revolutionary Theory of Reality, by Michael Talbot
Advanced
The Reflexive Universe | Evolution of Consciousness, by Arthur M. Young
Morphic Resonance | The Nature of Formative Causation, by Rupert Sheldrake
World Service
As we make contact with our soul, we become more aware of our oneness with all humanity and our connected-
ness to the larger whole. The soul yearns to serve and express goodwill. There are many paths to world service, and
these books help us find our unique part to play depending on our soul purpose and ray structure. These books
demonstrate the work of the New Group of World Servers.
Introductory
The Practical Visionary | A New World to Spiritual Growth and Social Change, by Corinne McLaughlin
Spiritual Politics | Changing the World from the Inside Out, by Corinne McLaughlin and Gordon Davidson
