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An Overview of the Tantric Kalachakra Teachings

Kalachakra (Kālacakra), a term rich in meaning within both Vajrayana Buddhism and Hinduism, translates to "wheel of time" or "time cycles." This concept is central not only as a philosophical and spiritual symbol but also names a collection of Buddhist teachings and a significant lineage within both Indian and Tibetan Buddhism. Classified within the highest class of tantra, anuttara-yoga, Kalachakra spans a broad spectrum of spiritual and temporal teachings.

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Six Key Figures in Western Ceremonial Magick

The world of traditional Western Ceremonial Magick enjoyed a renaissance during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Groups like the Theosophical Society, the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, Ordo Templi Orientis, and the Builders of the Adytum sought to bridge esoteric philosophy with practical spiritual work.

Here is a brief overview of a few major characters from this period of time.

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Jennifer Sodini Jennifer Sodini

Seven Different Plant Medicines You May Have Never Heard of

In this blog, we will delve deeper into the world of less-known plant medicines, exploring their histories, uses, and therapeutic potential. This exploration into other medicines barely scratches the surface of a complex and multifaceted cornucopia of medicinal plants. This exploration is a testament to the rich yet complex relationship humanity has with the natural world, offering a path to healing that is both ancient and newly contextualized in our modern era.

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Esoteric Jennifer Sodini Esoteric Jennifer Sodini

Saint Hildegard of Bingen: A Mystical Polymath and Channel of Ageless Wisdom

Hildegard of Bingen was a Benedictine abbess who lived in Germany from around 1098 to 1179. She's also known as Saint Hildegard and the Sibyl of the Rhine. During the High Middle Ages, she was a talented writer, composer, philosopher, mystic, visionary, and medical practitioner.

In this blog post, we will delve into her life and legacy, discuss the reasons behind her lasting fascination, and share some of her most profound quotes that continue to inspire and provoke thought in the contemporary world.

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A Privileged Trip: How the Medicine of a Psychedelic Toad Can Help Manage Depression and Anxiety

That substance is 5-MEO-DMT (5-methoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine) - a psychedelic naturally occurring in a number of plants (including the fabled ayahuasca) and in one very special species of toad: The Sonoran Desert Toad (native to the US state of Arizona and the Mexican state of Sonora), also sometimes referred to as the Colorado River Toad.

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