The Religion Of Beauty And The Impersonal Estate (1911)

The Religion of Beauty and the Impersonal Estate is a philosophical work written by Ralcy Husted Bell and published in 1911. The book explores the concept of beauty as a religious experience and argues that the pursuit of beauty is a fundamental part of human nature. Bell contends that beauty is not just a subjective experience but is, in fact, an objective reality that exists independently of human perception.The book is divided into two parts. The first part discusses the nature of beauty and its relationship to the divine. Bell argues that beauty is a manifestation of the divine and that the pursuit of beauty is a way of connecting with the divine. He explores various forms of beauty, including natural beauty, artistic beauty, and moral beauty, and discusses how each can lead to a religious experience.The second part of the book focuses on the concept of the impersonal estate. Bell argues that the impersonal estate is a higher level of consciousness that transcends individual identity and allows us to connect with the divine. He discusses various spiritual practices, such as meditation and contemplation, that can help us access this higher level of consciousness.Overall, The Religion of Beauty and the Impersonal Estate is a thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between beauty, spirituality, and human consciousness. It is a timeless work that continues to inspire readers to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.