Genesis: Secrets of Creation

How was the world created? From direct spiritual perception, Rudolf Steiner presents a perspective that transcends the bipolar arguments of both the creationists and the scientific reductionists.

In this extraordinary document, Steiner describes the work of spiritual hierarchies in the creation of Earth and clarifies the relationship of the Elohim and the biblical Jehovah. He also discusses themes of light and darkness, the meaning of Adam and Eve, the "day of rest," the stages of human development on Earth, and the special character of the Hebrew language.

Includes a previously unpublished introductory lecture on the meaning of sacred mystery drama.

Author Biography: RUDOLF STEINER (1861-1925) became a respected and well-published scientific, literary, and philosophical scholar, particularly known for his work on Goethe's scientific writings. At the beginning of the twentieth century, he began to develop his earlier philosophical principles into an approach to methodical research of psychological and spiritual phenomena. His multifaceted genius has led to innovative and holistic approaches in medicine, philosophy, religion, education (Waldorf schools), special education (the Camphill movement), economics, agriculture (biodynamics), science, architecture, and the arts (drama, speech and eurythmy). In 1924 he founded the General Anthroposophical Society, which has branches throughout the world.