Yoga Consciousness in Ancient Mystery Religions - Cinderella Sutras (Paperback)

"Yoga Consciousness in Ancient Mystery Religions" provides a fascinating new perspective on some traditional fairy tales that we all thought we knew. We are taught from an early age that these stories can give us useful guidance for life, even if they seem obscure. Tony Butcher shows us how to unravel the meanings, drawing on the ancient teachings of the mystery schools and, in particular, the teaching of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. The first section of the book takes us through the philosophy behind it all, originating in the writings of Thoth (also known as Hermes), upon which ancient Egyptian teaching was based. Transcendence, various states of consciousness and the Yoga Sutras all pave the way towards enlightenment and freedom from the bonds of the material, earthly world. The second section illuminates ten well-known fairy tales, viewing them as coded messages laid down for the wisdom on life. In describing some of the mystic symbolism used, the author sheds new light on what folklore has to say to us. Far from being quaint tales from the past, these stories are as relevant today as they have ever been.