Западный эзотеризм: следующее поколение
UvA-DARE (University of Amsterdam) May 2, 2026 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19978204 via OpenAlex
Summary
This essay introduces a collection of works on Western esotericism, arguing that the field is undergoing a generational shift in scholarship. It outlines new methodological approaches and thematic interests emerging among younger researchers, including the study of esoteric currents in modernity, the relationship between esotericism and popular culture, and the reexamination of canonical figures and texts. The author suggests that this next generation of scholars is moving beyond earlier historical and philological frameworks toward more interdisciplinary and theoretically informed analyses, thereby expanding the scope and relevance of esotericism studies within the broader humanities.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Keywords | Computer science |
| Key finding | The field of Western esotericism is experiencing a generational shift toward interdisciplinary and theoretically informed approaches that broaden its scope beyond traditional historical and philological methods. |
Abstract
[Western Esotericism: The Next Generation] Aliter 1 (2012), 7-24. http://asem.ucoz.org/index/aliter_1_2012/0-39