Symbolism of the Ark: Universal Symbolism of the Receptacle of Divine Immanence (Fons Vitae Judaism)

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Product Description A compendium of religious symbols and their meanings, this scholarly reference is relevant to a wide variety of spiritual and metaphysical interests, including Judeo-Christian theology, Jungian psychology, ancient mythology, mystical and occult traditions, and New Age practices. Building on the pioneering labors of René Guénon and Ananda Coomaraswamy, the study mines the symbolism of the Bible—particularly the stories of Noah's ark and the Ark of the Covenant—for comparison with other traditions. Review "A superb piece of work, and its interpretation of the Traditionalist school and other related authorities is at once comprehensive and subtle."  —James S. Cutsinger, professor of theology, University of South Carolina "An intellectually ambitious and highly accomplished work which, for many readers, will open up exhilarating new vistas of understanding."  —Dr. Harry Oldmeadow, author, Traditionalism "Dr. Scott is an accomplished scholar in the field of traditional and religious studies."  —Dr. William Wroth, senior editor, Coomaraswamy Republication Project, World Wisdom Books About the Author Timothy Scott is the editor in chief of Eye of the Heart: A Journal of Traditional Wisdom for the Philosophy and Religious Studies Program at La Trobe University in Victoria, Australia. He is the author of The Elect and the Predestination of Knowledge in Esotericism and the Control of Knowledge; The Logic of Mystery & the Necessity of Faith in The Betrayal of Tradition; and Withdrawal, Extinction and Creation.