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8 Tibetan Mantras for Navigating Turbulent Times
Here, we delve into the eight mantras featured in "Tibetan Mantras for Turbulent Times," exploring their meanings and offering guidance on how they can be integrated into daily life for healing, transformation, and empowerment.
The Life and Legacy of John Dee: Queen Elizabeth I, 007 and Enochian Magic
John Dee (13 July 1527 – 1608 or 1609) was an enigmatic figure whose expertise spanned mathematics, astronomy, pedagogy, astrology, the occult, and alchemy. Serving as the court astronomer and an advisor to Queen Elizabeth I, Dee dedicated significant portions of his life to studying alchemy, divination, and Hermetic philosophy.
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.
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.
Kitab al-Bulhan, “The Book of Wonders”: A Portal to Medieval Islamic Esoteric Knowledge
The Kitab al-Bulhan, or "Book of Wonders," is a compendium of medieval Islamic esoteric knowledge compiled in the late 14th or early 15th century. This manuscript is a remarkable window into the confluence of astrology, astronomy, geomancy, and folklore within the Islamic scholarly tradition.
Krishnamurti's Wisdom for the 21st Century: Top 10 Quotes You Need to Read
Jiddu Krishnamurti (1895–1986), an Indian philosopher, speaker, and writer, was born in Madanapalle, India. His works focused on matters concerning the mind, meditation, human relationships, and the sacred.
Abracadabra: Unveiling the Magical History and Mystical Power Behind the Word
The word synonymous with magic, "Abracadabra," boasts a fascinating origin, tracing its roots back to the 2nd century AD. Although the precise origins of the word remain a subject of debate, one of the earliest mentions is attributed to a Roman sage named Serenus Sammonicus.
23 Films About Life, Death, and Reincarnation That You Won't Want to Miss
Here are 23 films about life, death, and reincarnation that you won’t want to miss!
Dancing the Divine Waltz: Exploring Femininity in Santería's Mystic Traditions
Is there a religion alive today in which women are actually revered? Where homosexuality is respected as the ability to walk between two worlds? Where sexual experiences are discussed openly and not shamed?
The Integratron: A Mysterious Structure Based on Moses’ Tabernacle, Nikola Tesla & Messages From ETs
The Integratron is a fascinating monument at the intersection of science, spirituality, and the strange and unusual. Nestled 20 miles north of Joshua Tree in Landers, California, it was designed by George Van Tassel, a ufologist and self-proclaimed contactee.
A 1934 Essay By A Russian Mystic Provides Eerie Foreshadowing Of Society Today
Nicholas Roerich's 1934 essay, found in his book "The Invincible," remarkably predicts today's societal conditions.
A Brief Overview of Color Magick
The overall or meta-effect of colors on consciousness supports the usage of colors in the Western Hermetic Tradition and can even be a metaphor for Eastern branches of philosophy.
How to Practice Tibetan Dream Yoga
Milam, otherwise known as Tibetan Dream Yoga, is a practice which allows for lucid dreaming, and the awakening of consciousness within the dream state.
Shah Cheragh Mosque: The Sacred 'King of Light' in Iran
Shāh-é-Chérāgh, translating to "King of the Light" in Persian, is the most important destination of pilgrimage within the city of Shiraz, Iran.
Between the Knower and the Known: An Exploration Into Islamic Mysticism
“Between the knower and the known. There lies a distinction by one who Has awakened from the sleep of heedlessness.” — Nasir-i Khusraw
10 Fascinating Insights About Sacred Mount Kailash
The celestial beauty of Mt. Kailash is not only fascinating, but it is also the ultimate pilgrimage destination for Hindu, Buddhist, Jain and Bon religions from around the world. For all four religions, Mount Kailash is the spiritual epicenter.
Absurd Magic: The Hysterical Divination of Best Tarot
Mike Costaney is a NJ-based creative, who found deep inspiration in the tarot , and decided to create a deck, which explores the major and minor arcana in an imaginative and playful way.
What is The Occult Anatomy of Man?
“The entire system is an anatomical myth, for the heaven world of the ancients- the domed temple on the top of the mountain- was the skull with its divine contents.” - Manly P. Hall, The Occult Anatomy of Man, pg. 7
The Four Powers of the Sphinx, According to Eliphas Lévi
“In order to DARE we must KNOW; in order to WILL, we must DARE; we must WILL to possess empire and to reign we must BE SILENT.” - Eliphas Levi