Following his career as the first American star of the Russian ballet, Jay Stowitts emerged as one of the most acclaimed painters in the era between the World Wars. For most contemporary readers, Stowitts’ later life as metaphysician remained a hidden treasure – until now. This book is the first comprehensive examination of the artist’s last and arguably greatest achievement in paint. From the beginning of Stowitts’ career in the arts, many have wondered how any American could have achieved so much in one lifetime. After reading this rich, enchanting and impeccably researched narrative by author and metaphysician J. Joseph Dunaway, readers and visitors to the exhibition will understand why no one but Stowitts could have done it. The exquisite color plates and rare photographs, many of which have never before been published, reveal a legacy that spans four continents and the spiritual traditions of the world. At the time of his death, Stowitts – like other great visionaries including his friend Nicholas Roerich – was all but forgotten outside of the cultural capitals of the world. Mandalas of the Hidden Wisdom reveal, for the first time in many millennia, unseen Truths about the nature of the universe and Divinity’s Intention in its creation, and, most importantly, humanity’s destiny within this wise and loving energetic construct we call home. Using Theosophy for the foundation, the Mandalas' exquisite blending of Western Science and Eastern Religion leave audiences profoundly affected by their inherent ability to fill thoughtful observers with the clear light of compassionate understanding – that is to say – enlightened. Stowitts, in a letter to American publisher Henry Luce, stated that the ultimate aim of humanity appears to be "the unfoldment of consciousness... through a process called Evolution." Unquestionably, in these Mandalas, the artist has bestowed the Lost Keys to the Kingdom of practical Spirituality upon those of us seeking a fuller communion with the Architect of All That Is.