About the Author

Curuppumullage Jinarajadasa (1875-1953) was president of the Theosophist Society Adyar, as well as a Freemason. He wrote prolifically on theology, philosophy, art, literature, and science, specifically occult chemistry. Along with his writing, he spoke around the world and was fluent in several languages. In 1949, he established the School of Wisdom in Adyar, where he presided until his death. Dr. Paul Rich is a life member of the Theosophical Society and the American Philosophical Association as well as an active Freemason, with membership in the Grand College of Rites as well as the York and Scottish branches of the Craft.