Gnostic Deluge Podcast

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge, we discuss the most famous text in Christianity- the Semon on the mount (Matthew 5-7).  In it, Jesus lays out the blueprint of how his followers are to act.  It goes much deeper than the common things that are quoted and known by most people.  Hopefully our discussion will make you think on just what attitudes one needs to cultivate to be a true follower of Christ according to His own words. Enjoy!

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we venture into the Viking age myths of the Prose Edda.  We start in the beginning, as we discuss the Norse creation myth.  There are many interestingly familiar concepts and ideas we come across as we have this discussion, though much of it is uniquely Norse.  Enjoy!   Easy Tepache Recipe: https://youtu.be/dRlPG-9Y9aw

On this episode of the Gnomstic Deluge we are looking to the Norse Poetic Edda.  While it contains stories of Odin, Thor,  Loki, and other gods and their myths, today we will be focusingon the Havamal.  The Havamal is a book of practical wisdom that the average 13th century Scandinavian could benefit from following, and modern society could too.  Enjoy!

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are covering a book written by Manly P Hall.  Before the Heros Journey made famous by Joseph Campbell, Manly P Hall published his first book in 1922.  In it he explains how the symbols that we have in religious and popular myths and stories can he each of us on our journey through Gods' school of learning: our lives.  Enjoy!

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge, we are finishing what we started last episode as we cover the second half of Arnold Bennett's "How to Live on 24 Hours a day."  Arnold showed us that we have time that we don't use productively as we are wrapped up in our daily work; now it is time to take back some of that time.  We can use the reclaimed time to start to develop, control, expand and explore our mind and begin to make the most of all 24 hours a day.  Enjoy!   Link to Arnold Bennett's book: How to Live on 24 Hours a Day by Arnold Bennett - Free Ebook (gutenberg.org)

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge, Mark decided to do something a little different and cover one of his favorite, practical self help books. In this episode we discuss Arnold Bennetts, "How to live on 24 Hours a day".  This first episode we cover the first half of the book which talks about the importance of our time and how to find "extra" time that we did not realize we had.  Enjoy!   Link to Arnold Bennett's Book: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2274

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge, we cover the second half of Asclepius from the Hermetica.  This portion of the text covers the famous Egyptian Apocalypse known popularly as "The Prophecy of Thoth".  We also discuss the true power od consciousness, why God gave it to humans, and how few people find the right way to use it.  This one starts off a little rough, but we pick up speed as we get into it. Enjoy!

On this episode of the Gnostics Deluge we are going back to the Hermetica and exploring its longest text known as "Asclepius".  As we work our way through the first half of Asclepius, we discover answers to Why humans differ from each other, why mankind is on the earth, what makes him unique, why God didn't eliminate evil from the world, and how we can overcome it through true philosophy.  Enjoy!

This episode of the Gnostic Deluge is a Smorgasbord, which means that we talk about things that we have been looking into.  Some of the topics we discuss are Dreams, Tarot, and Symbolism. Also,  Dune, The Foundation, and Game of Thrones and why it is so hard to make a book into a movie.  Later we talk a little about the Masonic rites and Temple and eventually get into what we are going to be doing episodes on this year.  Enjoy!

ON this episode of the Gnostic Deluge, we revisit the story of Enoch with the legend told from the Book of Jasher.  IN this version, the people listen when Enoch begins preaching, so much so that they make him king.  As we discuss the legend, we begin to see details that we had previously ignored and possibly begin to see the bigger picture of what this legend was trying to convey.  Enjoy!

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we delve into Plato's Republic, particularly book seven where Socrates gives the allegory of the cave.  He goes into the idea that what we see as reality is really just shadows, and that true Philosophy can break the chains that bind us and bring into the Sunshine outside of the cave.  Enjoy! 

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we follow up our lucid dreaming episode with our dream experiences in the weeks after we covered the topic.  We also discuss more on lucid dreaming and who or what you may meet once you break through the Matrix.  The last thirty minutes we talk about the Book of Revelation, Tarot Card reading and some ideas for future podcast episodes.  Enjoy!

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are doing something a little different.  We are using a modern text called "A field guide to lucid dreaming" to explore the art of lucid dreaming which has been written about in ancient Sumerian, Egyptian, Greek, Hebrew, and Buddhist texts.  This is one of our longest episodes yet, so sit back and enjoy!   Book Used: A Field Guide to Lucid Dreaming  by Dylan Tuccillo, Jared Zeizel, and Thomas Peisel buy a copy: Dream Labs - Supplies    

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we continue to look at the words of Marcus Aurelius in his Meditations.  On this episode we look at books seven and eight.  We have really enjoyed learning about Marcus' thoughts and Philosophy and have found a lot to help us in our lives; we hope that our listeners have too.  Enjoy!

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we continue looking at the Meditations of  Marcus Aurelius and cover books five and six.  There is a lot of good, practical information contained in these books, so sit back and enjoy!

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we continue our review of Marcus Aurelius' Meditations and cover chapter 4.  Seneca wrote his letters knowing they would be read by others, Epictetus words were written by his students as he taught them and spread abroad, but Marcus' notes were written for himself; to help keep his mind on the practice of Philosophy.  Enjoy!

On this Episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are reviewing Marcus Aurelius and his Meditations. He was a Roman emperor that ruled the Empire through typical Roman mean, as he was continually working on ruling himself through Philosophy.  Enjoy!   Meditation- Marcus Aurelius Translated by Gregory Hays

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are covering Henry David Thoreau's profound essay, "On the duty of Civil Disobedience".  In this essay, Henry really focuses on the duty we as individuals have in that great contest that we so frequently surrender our life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness to.    Enjoy!

Om this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we continue to look at the Mormon psuedepigraphical "Pearl of Great Price".  Joseph Smith purchased four genuine egyptian mummies and some papyrus with genuine hieroglyphic writing  in July of 1835.  He soon after said that the papyrus contained the writing of Abraham while he was in Egypt , written by his own hand upon papyrus. In 1842 he published the translation as the Book of Abraham which is now part of the LDS churches Pearl of Great Price and canonized scripture for the church.  Somethings we talk about in this episode will sound familiar, while others will be new and esoteric.  Enjoy!   Complete Pearl of Great Price: Pearl of Great Price (churchofjesuschrist.org) Facsimiles found in the Book of Abraham: Facsimile 1 : Facsimile 1 (churchofjesuschrist.org) Facsimile2: Facsimile 2 (churchofjesuschrist.org) Wiki link about Hypocephali which Facsimile 2 is an example- Hypocephalus - Wikipedia Facsimile3: Facsimile 3 (churchofjesuschrist.org)

On this Episode of the Gnostic Deluge we finish up the Book of Moses.  The focus is on Enoch and his dream visions and preaching.  Enoch is only briefly mentioned in the Bible (only 5 verses), so Joseph Smith's inspired bible translation vastly expands the story.  We compare some of the similarities found in other Pseudepigraphic texts like The book of Enoch, Jasher, and Book of the Giants.  Also, we get a larger view on the Mormon plan of Salvation.  Enjoy!    

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we begin to discuss the Mormon "Book of Moses" found in the "Pearl of Great Price" found in the LDS standard scriptures.  The "Book of Moses" is a reworking of the original biblical book of Genesis by Joseph Smith Jr through inspiration.  In it we learn where the Devil came from, why God created man, and what mans role is in creation according to mormon theology.  Enjoy! 

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are continuing with the myths of Mesopotamia.  We are discussing Atrashasis also know as "When the gods instead of man"  It is on of three Mesopotamian deluge stories found on ancient cuniform tablets.  This one is particularly interesting because it detail the reason for human creation and also shows some of the tension between the higher and lower gods that lead to mans creation.  Enjoy!

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge Gilgamesh is distraught by the death of he dear friend Enkidu.  Realizing the mortality of himself of all mankind Gilgamesh goes on a quest seeking the one man who may have the secret to eternal life.  Mountains are scaled, oceans are sailed, creatures are slain, as answers are sought.  Enjoy!   Link to NK Sanders text: eog.pdf (aina.org)

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are continuing the Epic of Gilgamesh.  Now that Enkidu and Gilgamesh have wrestled and become friends, they real adventures begin.  Enjoy!

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are moving to Mesopotamia and the myth of the Epic of Gilgamesh.  This is a multi episode journey. In this episode Gilgamesh the King meets his equal in Enkidu; a wild man from the wilderness.  Enjoy!

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we continue our discussion of the Apocryphon of John.  Yaltabaoth and his minions create the soul of man, not realizing  the true power of what they have created. Adam, Eve, Cain, Abel, Seth, the flood are a few more things that are explained as John gets answers to the questions that he asked at the beginning of the text.  Enjoy!

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are talking about the Apocryphon of John found in the Nag Hammadi library.  This text throughly explains the Gnostic creation myth and goes earlier in the Beginning then the Book of Genesis' beginning.  Enjoy! 

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are discussing one of the most famous books from the Nag Hammadi Library, the Gospel of Thomas.  In this text we hear words and stories are familiar to those in the Bible but also Jesus talks of Doctrine and teachings that are foreign to the Biblical Jesus.  This is a long one, so buckle up and enjoy!

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we have a Smorgasbord.  In this one we do a taste test of two of our favorite ginger beers.  Later we discuss neck beards, the dangers of shaving, Eliphas  Levi, Audiobook Aps, Symbolism in the Bible, the Nag Hammadi Library, differing realities, Astrology, Nintendo's "Animal crossing" and a few other topics.  Enjoy!

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we discuss Ralph Waldo Emerson's essay, "Self Reliance".  The essay is surprisingly relevant to todays world, though it was written in 1840's America.  In it, Emerson pulls back the curtain and reveals the biggest conspiracy against the individual ever.  Enjoy!

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we talk about the offering of Isaac by Abraham.  We ask some of the normal questions that are asked about this topic and find some clarity as we discuss the extra stories that are found in the Book Of Jasher surrounding the offering of Isaac.  Enjoy! Watch on youtube:https://youtu.be/0J2Bfi5SvI4

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we continue in the Book of Jasher and relate the stories that are told about the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah. We share stories that aren't found in the Bible that reveal why God felt the cities of the plain need to be destroyed once and for all.  Enjoy!

On this Episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are finishing up our series of Nimrod versus Abram.  The prophecies and dreams that Nimrod has been trying to escape since Abrams birth finally come to fruition.  Tune in to find out how they are fulfilled.  Enjoy!

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge- we continue the Epic of Abram Vs Nimrod as found in the Book of Jasher.  Abram comes back to the land of his fathers but finds that new gods have replaced the one he was taught to worship while he sojourned away from home the first 50 years of his life.  An epic standoff ensues as the truth is revealed to Nimrod about who Abram is and what he is all about.  Enjoy! 

On this Episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are back into an extra-biblical text: the Book of Jasher.  We are focusing on the conflict between Nimrod: the first earthly king after the flood, and Abram, who is later and best  known as Abraham; a common Father shared by Hebrew, Christian, and Muslim religions.  There are some great stories that we are going to share over the next few episodes.  Enjoy!

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we go through our favorite verses for Lao Tzu's "Tao Te Ching".  There are lots of things that seem contradictory in it, but can be reconciled and lead to a deeper understanding of life seeming contraditions.  Enjoy!Versions of Tao Te Ching used1. Johnathan Star 2. Gia-Fu Feng and Jane English3. Ko Yuen/Alister Crowley

On this Episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are doing a Smorgasbord.  We talk fermentation, the Tao Te Ching, 1984, Isac Azamov's Foundation books, American Occultism, and many other random topics.  Enjoy!! Watch us on Youtube:  https://youtu.be/MsQLRPlWoaw

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are exploring an essay by one of Brandon's favorite writers; Ralph Waldo Emmerson.  We discuss Emmerson's essay, "Compensation". We find that we know more about the law of Compensation and it has a larger impact on our lives then we may have previously recognized.  Enjoy!

On this Episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are discussing the principle of gender as found in the 13th and 14th chapters of the Kybalion by the Three Initiates.  This concept  is much different then what normally comes to mind when people hear the word "Gender". So join us for a deep, sometimes rambling, but always enlightening discussion on the Principle of gender.  Enjoy! Watch this episode on youtube:https://youtu.be/rJtongSh_IY 

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are having a Smorgasbord!  Some of the things we discuss are our plans for a future episode using Manly P Hall's "Initiates of the Flame", possible links between how crocodiles grow and biblical giants, we review Robert Lewis Stevenson's "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde", And discuss Discursive meditaion amongst other things.  Enjoy! Article on Crocodiles and aging link:http://awesci.com/crocodiles-do-not-die/

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are talking about the principle of cause and effect as described in the 12th chapter of the Kybalion entitled "Causation".  This is a good one as we dive into the idea that every cause have its effect,and  every effect have is cause.  Enjoy!Watch this episode on youtube if you want:https://youtu.be/BKmTpXiBils Link To Brandons Snake video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Atu5lcVdRc 

In this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we continue in the Kybalion with the fifth Hermetic principle, the Principle of Rhythm.  We talk about the constant back and forth of living and also discuss how t o neutralize some of the effects from the swing of rhythm.  Enjoy!

In this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are in the tenth chapter of the Kybalion by the Three intitiates.  We dicuss the Principle of Polarity, and how things in life are dual/opposite, but may be more alike then we think.  Enjoy! Watch this episode on Youtube:  https://youtu.be/ownW3ebWsWg

On this episode of the Gnostic deluge we are continuing our exploration into the Kybalion.  Today we tackle the ninth chapter entitled "Vibration".  Enjoy!

On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge we are covering the seventh and eighth chapters of the Kybalion- the Principle of Correspondence.  This one goes off the rails a bit, sometimes it may even seem like we don't know quite what we are talking about.  Listen through this episode and you will surely learn something new as we discuss the Principle of Correspondence.  Enjoy!

In this Episode of the Gnostic deluge we are covering Chapter 6 of the Kybalion, "The Divine Paradox".  Once we know that the Universe is mental what are we to do with that knowledege?  How can we live in the material world with this paradox on our mind?  Enjoy!

It's time again foe a Gnostic Deluge "Smorgasbord".  On this episode we talk biased history, rabit holes, conspiracies, Rubaphilos on Youtube, The Golden dawn, Tarot cards, Kabbalah, Finding Hermes Tresmegistis , and many other things.  Enjoy! Rubaphilos Youtube link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQkR9H8a60DWpufwWHYoAvg

We are going into the first principle found in the Kybalion: the Principle of Mentalism.  Follow along with us as we start our journey into the Kybalion by the Three Intiates and find ourselves chatting about all kinds of different ideas, even some that are foung in the book ;)  Enjoy!

In this Episode we do a quick overview of the 7 Hermetic Principals that are in the Kybalion : each of which we will be going deeper into in future episodes. These are taken from "The Kybalion" by the Three Initiates.Youtube link: https://youtu.be/srHaDGOVOWk

In this episode of the Gnostic deluge we are introducing the Kybalion by the Three Initiates.  We discuss where it came from, who wrote it , what it proports to be, and what is expected to happen by reading it and abiding by its precepts.  Sit back end enjoy our introduction to the Kybalion!

Life may not come with an instruction book, but someone wrote a DIY manual!  On this episode of the Gnostic Deluge Brandon and Mark share their favorite Epic quotes from one the stoic icons;  Epictetus' "Enchiridion" (the manual).  Enjoy!