XXX. Introduction to Theosophy V

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Then the master proceeded to show him the animals, which in turn depend on the plant world for their food. The same relationship exists between the human kingdom and the animal kingdom and between humans themselves, so that a feeling of mutual gratitude connects all the kingdoms of nature. It was precisely this feeling that the candidate had to experience within himself.

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