Trust in the Future

Facing Uncertain Times With Confidence

Bastiaan Baan, Philip Mees

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Floris Books
24 October 2024

Theosophy & Anthroposophy; Fortune-telling & divination; Mysticism, magic & ritual

Nothing is more unpredictable than the future of humanity and our world. But even in the face of such uncertainty, is it still possible to develop trust in the future?

In this thought-provoking book, Bastiaan Baan explores the many ways in which humanity has tried to predict the future down through the ages, from old forms of clairvoyance to more modern methods based on technical expertise. He looks at ancient mythologies, the visionary practices of prophets and shamans, and the sublime if often terrifying images found in the Book of Revelation. Drawing on the work of Rudolf Steiner, he attempts to interpret their imaginative language and identify the impulses at work in present-day humanity.

Baan argues that while predicting the future may be impossible, how we view events can be just as important, if not more so, than the events themselves. He suggests that adopting a more positive and open attitude can be a necessary first step in taking action.

Trust in the Future will speak to all those who ask themselves 'What can I do?' to build a better future.

By: Bastiaan Baan
Translated by: Philip Mees
Imprint: Floris Books
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
Weight: 328g
ISBN: 9781782509196
ISBN 10: 1782509194
Pages: 204
Publication Date: 24 October 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Contents Foreword 7 1 Signs of the Times 9 2 What Do Mythologies Say About the Future? 17 3 Old Forms of Predicting the Future: Prophets, Sybils, Shamans 26 4 The Little Apocalypse 39 5 The Apocalypse of St John 52 6 Freedom and Inevitability Jesse Mulder 74 7 The Counterstream of Time 90 8 Providence: The Hidden Presence of Christ 102 9 Behold, I Make All Things New: Morality as Creative Principle Jesse Mulder 112 10 Our Self-created Destiny 127 11 Manichaeism and the Origins of Evil Jesse Mulder 138 12 Manichaeism and the Redemption of Evil 146 13 Current Trends and Developments 155 14 What Can I Do? 168 Afterword 182 Appendix 183 Notes 188 Bibliography 196 Index 200

Bastiaan Baan worked as a teacher in the Netherlands before being ordained as a Christian Community priest in 1981. From 2013 he was the director of the Priests Seminary in North America before returning to the Netherlands in 2019. He lectures widely, and has written many books, including Lord of the Elements and Old and New Mysteries, both published by Floris Books.

Reviews for Trust in the Future: Facing Uncertain Times With Confidence

Praise for Bastian Baan: 'Rich in references, rich in illustrations, rich in knowledge and practical advice.' --New View on Old and New Mysteries 'A marvellous account... very clear and enjoyable to read.' --Anthrosophical Society in Great Britain on Sources of Religious Worship 'Baan presents us with a rich and lively narrative.' --Perspectives on Lord of the Elements