Stewards Of The Mysteries : Kessinger Publishing : 9781162840291 : 1162840293 : 10 Sep 2010 : Stewards Of The Mysteries is a book written by Arthur Edward Waite. It is a comprehensive guide to the history and teachings of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, a secret society that emerged in the late 19th century and played a significant role in the development of modern Western occultism. The book explores the origins of the Golden Dawn, its key figures, and its teachings on magic, mysticism, and spiritual development. It also delves into the controversies and conflicts that plagued the order, including the infamous schism that split the group into two factions. Waite, a prominent occultist and scholar of esotericism, draws on his extensive knowledge of the Golden Dawn and its teachings to provide a detailed and insightful analysis of this influential movement. Stewards Of The Mysteries is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Western occultism and the esoteric traditio