The Esoteric Apprentice

By: Steven Chernikeeff

Published September 20th 2018 by Outskirts Press

Category: Arts

Pages: 172 pages

ISBN: 9781977202543

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“It was with great pleasure that I read Steven’s book - a book I had been looking forward to. There are very few books like it in the esoteric field. Almost a hundred years ago the Tibetan teacher Djwhal Khul began giving information on the imminent and momentous ‘’Externalization of the Hierarchy.’’

In Christian terms this is the establishment of the ‘’Kingdom of God’’ on Earth, composed of those who are living and functioning as souls (characterized by love and wisdom), of which there are now millions throughout the world. The Tibetan teaches that the Soul is not only a higher consciousness, but a higher spiritual energy, and that this energy, transmitted by disciples and initiates, plays a key role in transforming humanity.

One of the major contributions of the Tibetan was the inauguration of meditation groups with a focus on service using ‘’occult’’ meditation - the conscious invocation and distribution of spiritual energies. We are told that disciples in such groups are brought together by unseen forces for such work. This requires knowledge, a fairly advanced spiritual development, but also a special connection between the individuals in such a group involving a deep unity of soul, heart and purpose.

In Steven’s group, a unique and rare opportunity existed where it was possible for them to become an active vehicle for the spiritual forces generated by much greater beings than they had ever before been conscious of. And that is indeed what Steven documents.

Naturally these advanced specialized groups are relatively few, though they have greatly increased over the last Century. They are truly ‘’seed groups.’’ And Steven’s account is a rare glimpse into such a pioneering seed group.

The first thing that impressed me reading Steven’s account is that his experience is a confirmation of the ‘’externalization’’ process itself as well as certain predictions Master D.K. made regarding esoteric groups. The Masters and initiates are indeed engaged in this process and actively guiding their chosen ones, as they did with Steven and the ‘’Groups of Twelve.’’

His group received direct teachings from an initiate - new information required for their esoteric work but in perfect harmony with what had previously been given (through Alice A. Bailey and a few others).

This new information in Steven’s book is certainly one of its most important contributions to the esoteric field, and is of great value to future generations.”

Patrick Chouinard, esotericist, teacher and author


Steven Chernikeeff’s book ‘The Esoteric Apprentice’ is a captivating personal recount of an occult experiment in group work consciously aligned with a group of Masters on the inner planes.

Their group received instruction to undertake work in twelve formation and to act as a conduit for Hierarchical ashramic energy, as an experiment of the triangles work undertaken by Lucis Trust and others.

The method of teaching was given through higher telepathy during their ashramic meditation.

It described an experiment in founding or starting focal points in the human family through which certain energies can flow out into the entire race of men.

A profound and fascinating read, highly recommended!

Stephane Chollet, CEO Surya World, teacher and esotericist


“The Esoteric Apprentice offers a fascinating look into the world of inner group work and meditation, the challenges involved in group co-operation and working in the subtle realms.

There is much value here for newcomers to group meditation, the pitfalls involved and the joy of group service.”

Phillip Lindsay, author ‘Unveiling Genesis’, ‘The Initiations of Krishnamurti’ etc.