Rudolf Steiner Audio CW 164 The Value of Thinking: Lecture 8 [fourth lecture of second section] (Dornach, 3 October 1915) by Rudolf Steiner
Sep 7, 2024
Rudolf Steiner delves into the significance of Christ and the mystery of Golgotha in Christianity. He contrasts faith with science, explaining the rise of theosophy amidst conflicting beliefs. The discussion touches on the unique elements of Western spiritual science compared to Indian doctrines. Steiner addresses the reality of thoughts and feelings as spiritual entities and emphasizes the importance of karma and reincarnation. He argues for a rigorous approach to spiritual science, asserting it complements rather than replaces Christianity.
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Christ Event Is Core To Christianity
- Christianity's essence includes factual events: the appearance of Christ in Jesus and the mystery of Golgotha.
- Rudolf Steiner argues these facts must be understood to access Christianity's true spiritual core.
Spiritual Science Springs From Modern Needs
- The clash between church dogma and science pushed interest toward other systems like Theosophy.
- Steiner insists spiritual science arises from modern Western needs, not merely borrowed Eastern doctrines.
Blavatsky's Shift Toward Indian Signature
- Steiner recounts how Blavatsky initially produced European-rooted work like Isis Unveiled.
- He notes later influences led her to adopt more overtly Indian signatures in Theosophy.
