Frithjof Schuon And The Perennial Philosophy

This introduction to the writings of Frithjof Schuon (1907-1998), the pre-eminent spokesman of the Perennialist or Traditionalist school of comparative religious thought, is the first book to present a comprehensive study of his intellectual and spiritual message. In addition to a clear explanation of Schuon's message of metaphysics and the great religions, Oldmeadow includes an overview of Schuon's paintings and poetry, and insights on prayer and virtue in the spiritual life.

This title features quotations from Schuon's articles, books, memoirs, and correspondence, combined with information from people who knew Schuon. It gives insight into the leader of the Perennialist or "Traditionalist" school of comparative religious thought.

Collects the best essays by the religious philosopher on a variety of spiritual subjects.

This collection of letters by Frithjof Schuon, the foremost spokesman of the perennial philosophy, contains nearly 200 newly translated letters from Schuon's youth to old age as written to friends, spiritual seekers, scholars, and others. Among the letters are those that address, in a simpler and more accessible manner, the same metaphysical subjects that continually recur in Schuon's published works. Other letters relate to the spiritual life in its simple and concrete aspects, by answering such fundamental questions as "Why is there evil in the world?", "How can I recognize if I am on a wrong path?", and "What should I do to be saved?" Finally, there are letters that relate to various aspects of Schuon's life, most of which were written to his closest friends. While not a comprehensive autobiography, these letters offer an intimate view of certain key moments in his life. Taken as a whole, the present collection of letters offers insights into the content of Frithjof Schuon's message--his exposition of the perennial philosophy--as well as a glimpse into his life as messenger of that philosophy.

Applies the principle of universal and perennial metaphysics to spiritual and moral life.

This 2 disc DVD presents the fascinating life story of Frithjof Schuon, and his profound message of Truth, Prayer, Virtue, and Beauty. It contains rare photographs from throughout his childhood and adult life, including film footage of Schuon with Swami Ramdas and images from his world travels. This first-ever video biography of Schuon features his paintings and poetry as well as interviews with Schuon s wife and fellow Perennialist authors such as Martin Lings, Huston Smith, and Seyyed Hossein Nasr. The DVD contains a 113 minute Biography, a 40 minute Special Features section on his writings, as well as 30 minutes of additional Interviews with Schuon. Total running time: 183 minutes."

In this newly revised English translation from the French, including a comprehensive glossary, this volume surveys the enormous range of Schuon's writngs on prayer and spiritual life.