""From Sphinx to Christ: An Occult History"" by Edouard Schure is a book that explores the spiritual and mystical beliefs of ancient civilizations and their influence on Christianity. Schure delves into the symbolism of the Sphinx, the Egyptian god Horus, and the Greek god Dionysus, among others, and how their teachings have been incorporated into the Christian faith. He also examines the role of secret societies and esoteric knowledge in the development of Christianity. The book offers a unique perspective on the origins of Christianity and its connection to the mystical traditions of the past. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of religion and spirituality.The reader witnesses spiritual adventure of a depth and intensity rarely equaled by creative human beings. Schure is master in depicting for moderns seekers the engrossing story of man's eternal search for the esoteric knowledge of his origin, evolution and destiny in the light of eternal spirit.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.