Podcasts about hermetic philosophy

*This is the Free Content version of my interview with Dr. Liana Saif. To access the entire episode, please consider visiting www.patreon/RejectedReligion and become a Tier 1 'The Gates of Argonath' member, or you can purchase this episode for a one-time fee. The Patreon page offers much more content as well, including a book club that meets 4 times per year via Zoom. If you are interested in esoteric topics, please check it out!  ~ Many thanks, StephanieIn 2021, Liana Saif joined the Centre for the Study of Hermetic Philosophy and Related Currents at the University of Amsterdam as Assistant Professor in the History of Esotericism in the Middle Ages. Liana's work focuses on Islamic esotericism and the occult sciences, with a special interest in the exchange of esoteric and occult knowledge between the Islamic and Latin inhabited lands. Her book The Arabic Influences on Early Modern Occult Philosophy was published by Palgrave Macmillan in 2015. She is currently preparing a long-awaited critical translation from Arabic into English of the grimoire known as the Picatrix. A few of her research projects include the tenth-century secret brotherhood known as The Brethren of Purity, and the pseudo-Aristotelian Hermetica. She also worked as a project curator at the British Museum, deepening her interest in the material and artistic manifestations of the occult and the esoteric.Liana is a founding member of the European Network for the Study of Islam and Esotericism (ENSIE). Editorial roles include being a board member for Aries: Journal for the Study of Western Esotericism and Brill's Islamic Translation Series, and an associate editor of the journal Early Science and Medicine.In this interview, Liana speaks at length about Islamic Esotericism. This is an area of esoteric history that I haven't yet touched upon, so I was happy that Liana agreed to share her extensive knowledge on this topic. Some highlights of our discussion include: why the views and discourse of Islam within the area of “Western” esotericism is problematic; academic debates and disagreements in this area, how Liana defines Islamic esotericism, including paradigms and social orientations; and why the relationship between the idea of an eternal truth and the Islamic law raises anxiety in how Islamic esotericism is interpreted. Liana also discusses her research that deals with the 17th century Maltese inquisition, in particular the trial of Sellem the Moor, a Muslim enslaved person who was accused of being a magician. This work is part of a larger volume called Magic in Malta, and Liana examines this trial on three interconnected levels, and is a down-to-earth, practical example of how magic was being used by people at this time. Be sure to check out the program notes for links to all of the articles discussed in this episode. I hope you enjoy! PROGRAM NOTESLiana Saif | University of Amsterdam - Academia.edu"What is Islamic Esotericism", Correspondences, Vol. 7, issue 1 (2019)The Past and Future of the Study of Islamic EsotericismMagic and Divination Lost in Translation: A Cairene in a Maltese InquisitionA Preliminary Study of the Pseudo-Aristotelian Hermetica: Texts, Context, and DoctrinesResearch: Dr. Liana Saif - HHP | History of Hermetic Philosophy and related currentsAll Music and Editing: Daniel P. SheaEnd Production: Stephanie Shea

In the premiere episode of Season 6 of the podcast I sit down with Wouter J. Hanegraaff, professor of Hermetic Philosophy & related currents at the University of Amsterdam. Professor Hanegraaff is one of the leading voices in the academic study of hermetism, hermeticism, and esotericism at large. His written works include Esotericism and the Academy: Rejected Knowledge in Western Culture, Western Esotericism: A Guide for the Perplexed, Hermetic Spirituality and the Historical Imagination: Altered States of Knowledge in Late Antiquity, and the forthcoming Esotericism in Western Culture: Counter-Normativity and Rejected Knowledge.It was a pleasure to speak with the professor on Hermeticism, the concept of the soul in antiquity, esotericism in western culture, his native home of Amsterdam, the interplay between practitioner communities and the academy and much more.Professor Hanegraaff: https://www.wouterjhanegraaff.net/abouthttps://uva.academia.edu/WouterHanegraaffhttps://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001JOKDBM?ccs_id=b0a98f09-1c45-4eac-b6b7-78b077337cb7ARCANVM Newsletter:https://ikebaker.com/newsletterFor all things Ike be sure to visit/message him at: https://ikebaker.comSUPPORT ARCANVM for $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvmFOLLOW on Facebook: http://facebook.com/arcanvvm FOLLOW on Instagram: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m#hermeticphilosophy #hermeticism #esoteric

This month's guest on the Rejected Religion Podcast is Brennan Kettelle. Brennan returns for Part 2 of our discussion on Monster Theory, this time looking at the applications of Monster Theory, as well as a more in-depth look at how Brennan is using this theory, along with other related concepts and theories. Brennan is a PhD researcher at the Centre for History of Hermetic Philosophy and Related Currents (HHP), University of Amsterdam. Brennan holds an MA in Gender and Cultural studies (2016) and a research MA in Religious Studies, specializing in Western esotericism (2021). She is currenting writing her doctoral dissertation, investigating historical associations between the religiomythic demoness Lilith and queerness within artistic, literary, and occult discourses. Brennan also teaches an 8-week online course on Lilith - focusing on Lilith's origins and cultural receptions within Western esotericism - for the Brooklyn-based organization Morbid Anatomy. Utilizing monster theory and queer theory in her research, Brennan is more broadly interested in investigating themes of the ‘monstrous-queer' within esoteric literature, orders, and figures, as well as esoteric themes within queer subcultures, politics, and histories.Some highlights:Brennan's areas of exploration are primarily located in Gender Studies, Queer Theory, Religious Studies, Horror Theory, and Esotericism. In addition, as Monster Theory has a foundation in psychoanalysis and postmodern theories, Brennan expands on this in greater detail. This leads us into a conversation about the recent film, The Substance, as well as theories found in Foucault's works. Shifting the focus to Religious Studies, Brennan notes how monsters are most often aligned with evil; however, there are exceptions to this when it comes to werewolves in the Bible, for example. [Note: the text that I am reading from regarding werewolves in the Bible as well as the Werewolf Renaissance is taken from my own Research Master thesis.] Religion and Horror Studies intersect in films such as Longlegs, where we can see themes such as “monstrous infection” or a returning sickness.As Brennan states, “the monster is the illumination of everything a society oppresses or represses.”Speaking on the working term of ‘stigmatized alignment,'  Brennan uses the examples of poet Renee Vivien, and “The Witch of Kings Cross” Rosaleen Norton to explain this concept in more detail. In closing, Brennan touches upon the adjacent theory of Hauntology, where past ‘monsters' linger in the present and haunt us. Time, in this instance, could be seen as a monster as well. This is the Free Content version of Episode 33; you can find the full episode at my Patreon page: https://patreon.com/RejectedReligion?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkThis episode is also available for a one-time purchase.PROGRAM NOTESFind Brennan:https://uva.academia.edu/SBrennanKettellehttps://www.instagram.com/_restingwitchface/ Monster Theory Resources:https://ieas-szeged.hu/downtherabbithole/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Barbara-Creed-The-Monstrous-Feminine-2007.pdfhttps://archive.org/details/monstersincloset0000benshttps://www.amazon.com/Celluloid-Closet-Arthur-Laurents/dp/B001NI5C6Uhttps://archive.org/details/religionitsmonst0000bealhttps://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/mono/10.4324/9780203361894/philosophy-horror-noel-carrollhttps://revisesociology.com/2016/09/21/foucault-surveillance-crime-control/https://medium.com/deterritorialization/jacques-derridas-specter-s-of-marx-and-the-concept-of-hauntology-reflections-on-deconstruction-2eb687322a69https://academic.oup.com/fs/article/59/3/373/638853 Films and Shows Mentioned (Selection):https://www.imdb.com/title/tt17526714/ The Substancehttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt23468450/?ref_=ttfc_fc_tt  Longlegshttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt14966898/ Late Night with the Devilhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt4574334/  Stranger Things https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5040012/ Nosferatu 2024Renee Vivien:https://allpoetry.com/Renee-Vivien https://youtu.be/3dUc17ut3as?si=KJ9ZDCBFct00eQuj Spotlight with Brennan Kettelle 2021Rosaleen Norton:https://www.witchofkingscross.com/about-new/ Theme Music and Editing: Daniel P. SheaEnd Production: Stephanie Shea

On this Friday the 13th, 2010 at 8:00 p.m. (Templar Memorial Day) The Hermetic Hour's host Poke Runyon will lead a discussion on Hermetic Philosophy, from ancient Alexandria through the Renaissance, and into the modern era. We will look at the early work of Empedocles and Pythagoras, the Pomander and the Asclepius, the Emerald Tablet, and the Chaldean Oracles. We will consider the Gnostic connection, and how the kabbalah arose from Greek, Assyrian, and Gnostic roots, and how it joined with Hermeticism in the Renaissance. We will establish why astrology is so important in the magical art. Most importantly we will look for The Great Secret of Hermetic-kabbalistic philosophy. This is the "Why" of Magick. This is the Holy Grail that we search for. This is the reason we dedicate our lives to an art that destroys the fools, and makes the wise immortal. I doubt that you have ever heard anything like this before. Tune in and we will open the pathway to enlightenment. Nosce te Ipsum -- Tu es Deus. Remember: this week we are on Friday evening, not Thursday. Please call in "on the topic."

Today's episode features occultist, chaos magician, and creator of The Order of Chaos Podcast and Mystery School, Sanhre Daffowt! Join us as we talk Chaos magic, belief systems, and the intersection of science and metaphysics. Make sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, SHARE, and COMMENT to let us know what you thought of this episode! Additionally, any RATINGS left for the podcast itself would be so greatly appreciated xoxo Sanhre Daffowt is a dedicated explorer of metaphysics, the occult, esoteric philosophy, and the paranormal. Drawn to the convergence of science and Magick, Sanhre's journey led to a deep dive into Hermetic Philosophy, Sacred Geometry, Ancient Astrology, and Chaos Magick. Fascinated by the transformative potential of belief, Sanhre merges theoretical physics with ancient, and modern occult practices, crafting a vision of a modern-day Witch. Sanhre advocates for belief exploration as a means of personal empowerment and encourages others to embrace The Occult Sciences for transformative growth. The Order of Chaos is a Magickal Order, a Mystery School dedicated to the research and development of the Occult Sciences, and a Bi-weekly Podcast openly and enthusiastically discussing the mysteries of the Universe, occult and paranormal phenomenon, and normalizing everyday witchcraft. CONNECT WITH SANRHE: Website: https://www.theorderofchaosmagick.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theorderofchaos/ X: https://x.com/sanhredaffowt TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theorderofchaos Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheOrderofChaosPodcast/ CONNECT WITH MANDI: Courses, Classes, Books, and Offerings: https://healingforhotmesses.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/healingforhotmesses Facebook: https://facebook.com/healthylivingforhotmesses TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healingforhotmesses Craving a supportive, judgement-free community for mystical misfits? Join my exclusive membership group HOT MESS COVEN here: https://healingforhotmesses.com/hot-mess-coven-landing This podcast is possible thanks to supporters like YOU!

My guest this month is Dell Rose. Dell is working on a project for his PhD dissertation on Charles Augustus Tulk and the role that Swedenborgianism played in the reforming societies of 19th century Britain. Though Tulk is often only known as the artistic patron of William Blake, he was also one of the earliest advocates of "public science" and his quest to show the spiritual nature of the material world based on Swedenborg's revelations would be widely acclaimed during the period.In addition to his PhD work, Dell is currently researching the medical theory and physicalism of Franz von Baader. Baader was one of the most important thinkers of 19th century Germany and was instrumental in establishing academic interest in the theosophy of Jakob Boehme, a very important figure in Esotericism.Dell has a lifelong interest in Christian theosophy, and millenarianism; he is interested as well in understanding the role and influence that national mythologies have played in Western esotericism, as well as esoteric currents in Germany during WW1; and also the inter-religious dialogue between Protestantism and Jewish sectarianism.This discussion, however, concerns 'ornamental' hermits. We explore this in the context of cultural history and significance of the garden and the esoteric influences that were built around this idea. The hermit and the hermitage were seen as a 'living experiment" of both esoteric wisdom with regard to the significance of plants and also the atmosphere that they created.As you will hear, this is a complex and nuanced topic, and we consider an array of influences that might have played a part in the obscure phenomenon known as 'eremitism.'PROGRAM NOTESDell Rose Research: Dell J. Rose - HHP | History of Hermetic Philosophy and related currents (amsterdamhermetica.nl)Dell Joseph Rose – Swedenborg SocietyThe curious phenomenon of the ornamental hermit (youtube.com)The Hermit in the Garden: From Imperial Rome to Ornamental Gnome: Amazon.co.uk: Campbell, Gordon: 9780199696994: BooksGordon Campbell. The Hermit in the Garden: From Imperial Rome to Ornamental Gnome - Lore - HermitaryFrancis of Assisi's "Rule for Hermitages" - Articles - HermitaryBefore the Garden Gnome, the Ornamental Hermit: A Real Person Paid to Dress like a Druid - Atlas Obscura(99+) RENAISSANCE GARDEN (symbolism, culture, philosophy and phenomenology of Garden) | Lorna McNeur - Academia.eduThe Story | Mother Shipton's CaveDell's former visit to Rejected Religion: RR Pod E27 Dell Rose - Cultural Receptions of Emanuel Swedenborg (youtube.com)Theme Music and Editing: Daniel P. SheaEnd Production: Stephanie Shea

Due to scheduling issues, this episode is coming to you later than planned; my apologies for the delay. My guest this month is Brennan Kettelle.Brennan is a PhD researcher at the Centre for History of Hermetic Philosophy and Related Currents (HHP), University of Amsterdam. Brennan holds an MA in Gender and Cultural studies (2016) and a research MA in Religious Studies, specializing in Western esotericism (2021). She is currently writing her doctoral dissertation, investigating historical associations between the religiomythic demoness Lilith and queerness within artistic, literary, and occult discourses. Brennan also teaches an 8-week online course on Lilith - focusing on Lilith's origins and cultural receptions within Western esotericism - for the Brooklyn-based organization Morbid Anatomy. Utilizing monster theory and queer theory in her research, Brennan is more broadly interested in investigating themes of the ‘monstrous-queer' within esoteric literature, orders, and figures, as well as esoteric themes within queer subcultures, politics, and histories.This episode is Part 1 of 2; the second part is planned for December of this year.Brennan starts this conversation by explaining her motivations for delving into monster theory as part of her larger research into the figure of Lilith. Monster theory looks at what a group fears as well as how marginalized populations or individuals align with ‘the monstrous,' what she's calling (at this time) ‘stigmatized alignment.' Monster theory is used here as the methodological axis upon which the larger research revolves.Brennan also talks about the background of this new area of study, its postmodern critical analysis of the monster and how this has switched to looking at the monster from the monster's perspective, how the monster is used by people, and examining which groups become monstrous themselves. We talk a bit about this process in the figure of the vampire as well as Lilith. Brennan also talks more about how she is using the figure of Lilith as ‘an esoteric example that shows the enduring historical entanglement between queerness and monstrosity.'PROGRAM NOTES (Full Episode)(99+) S. Brennan Kettelle | University of Amsterdam - Academia.eduResearch: Brennan Kettelle - HHP | History of Hermetic Philosophy and related currents (amsterdamhermetica.nl)The monsters and the critics, and other essays : Tolkien, J. R. R. (John Ronald Reuel), 1892-1973 : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet ArchiveMonster theory : reading culture : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet ArchiveAmazon.com: The Occult Imagination in Britain, 1875-1947 (Among the Victorians and Modernists): 9780367885069: Ferguson, Christine, Radford, Andrew: BooksThe Monster Theory Reader: Weinstock, Jeffrey Andrew: 9781517905255: Amazon.com: BooksTime Binds: Queer Temporalities, Queer Histories (Perverse Modernities: A Series Edited by Jack Halberstam and Lisa Lowe): Freeman, Elizabeth: 9780822348047: Amazon.com: BooksThe Well of Loneliness (penguin.co.uk)Feeling Backward: Loss and the Politics of Queer History: Love, Heather: 9780674032392: Amazon.com: BooksThe Celluloid Closet (youtube.com)All Music: Daniel P. Shea

These episodes are ramblings of my inner thoughts spoken out loud, my spontaneous musings about self-mastery or you could also say, words of wisdom from a wholehearted woman. You get to decide whether you hear a heretic or a healer wanting to help you harmonize your head and heart to the highest frequency.

The Forbidden knowledge of the Hermetic Philosophy and the Universal Laws understanding the Art of Hermetic Alchemy and The 7 Principles Author: Elijah D Evans --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/onedopegoddess/support

Today's guest is Benebell Wen, a professional lawyer, published author of three books—I Ching The Oracle, The Tao of Craft, and Holistic Tarot—and the self-published creator of the Spirit Keeper's Tarot. In our conversation, we discuss themes of the Wheel of Fortune, concepts of change and fate, and the power of embracing challenges, emphasizing that while control is often out of our hands, focusing on what we can control and being open to synchronicities can lead to magical co-creation and balance. If you liked this episode, check out the previous GRACED podcast episode with Catherine Pilfrey: https://youtu.be/PvbguDQZLJE ✨__________ What We Talk About: 00:00:00 Episode Preview 00:00:21 Opening 00:00:57 Introduction 00:03:16 Interview Begins with Benebell Wen 00:04:08 Integrating Esoteric Wisdom 00:05:24 Cultural Currents and the Wheel 00:07:18 Accepting Life's Rhythms 00:09:06 Letting Go of Control 00:10:40 Understanding Fate and Luck 00:14:14 Karma and Self-Discovery 00:17:07 Karma's Gifts Across Lifetimes 00:19:46 Embracing Individuality Amid Tradition 00:23:26 Connecting with Spiritual Allies 00:26:44 Bridging Cultures and Traditions 00:29:40 Discovering True Self in Change 00:30:31 AD - Download the Mystic Mondays App https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app 00:30:48 Predicting Patterns, Not the Future 00:33:47 What's Your Sun, Moon, and Rising Signs? 00:35:17 What Are Your Favorite Rituals? 00:36:37 The Balance of Challenge and Growth 00:40:24 The Double-Edged Sword of Identity 00:44:46 Creation of the Spirit Keeper's Tarot 00:47:26 Synchronicity in Tarot Creation 00:49:10 Butterflies, Dragonflies, and Spiritual Communication 00:50:36 Divine Guidance in Uncertain Times 00:54:10 What is Fear Mongering? 00:56:07 One Card Collective Reading 01:00:58 Closing Statements 01:01:57 End of Episode – Make Sure to Leave a Podcast Review! 01:02:41 End Screen ✨__________ Check out the Mystic Mondays App: https://www.mysticmondays.com/pages/app/Check out the Mystic Mondays Tarot Birth Card Calculators: https://www.mysticmondays.com/tarot-birth-card-calculator/ ✨__________ Watch the full podcast interview on YouTube:https://youtu.be/wWEmdrH4PUk ✨__________ Read the full show notes and transcript on the Grace Duong Blog: https://www.graceduong.com/podcast ✨__________

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr Liana Saif, a luminary in the field of esoteric studies, as we delve into the profound Arabic roots of Western esotericism. Dr. Saif's distinguished academic journey has positioned her at the forefront of research into the cross-cultural exchange of esoteric and occult knowledge between the Islamicate and European worlds. In this exclusive interview, we uncover the historical connections and influences that Arabic scholars and texts have had on developing Western esoteric traditions. In 2021, Liana Saif (PhD, 2012) joined the Centre for the Study of Hermetic Philosophy and Related Currents at the University of Amsterdam as an Assistant Professor in the History of Esotericism in the Middle Ages. Prior to this, she was a research associate at the Warburg Institute and the Université Catholique de Louvain, and she held a post-doctoral fellowship at the British Academy at the University of Oxford (St Cross). Saif's work focuses on Islamic esotericism and the occult sciences, with a special interest in the exchange of esoteric and occult knowledge between the medieval and early modern Islamicate and European contexts. Her book *The Arabic Influences on Early Modern Occult Philosophy* was published by Palgrave Macmillan in 2015. She is currently preparing a long-awaited critical translation from Arabic into English of Maslama b. Qāsim al-Qurṭubī's (d. 964) *Ghāyat al-ḥakīm*, known in its Latin translation as the *Picatrix*. She has conducted research on the tenth-century secret brotherhood Ikhwān al-Ṣafāʾ (The Brethren of Purity), the pseudo-Aristotelian Hermetica, and Jābir ibn Ḥayyān (Geber in Latin). She is also active as a curator and exhibition consultant (British Museum, Ashmolean, Jeddah Dome, Museum of San Diego) deepening her interest in the material and artistic manifestations of the occult and the esoteric. Saif is a founding member of the European Network for the Study of Islam and Esotericism (ENSIE). Dr. Saif's role in translating and interpreting essential Arabic texts for a modern audience is pivotal. Her work bridges centuries of knowledge, uncovering the shared heritage of Islamicate and European esoteric traditions. Throughout this dialogue, she shares her insights into the seminal works and figures that have shaped the esoteric landscape, from the Hermetic corpus to the alchemical treatises of Jābir ibn ḥayyān. This interview is a treasure trove for scholars, students, and anyone intrigued by the rich tapestry of cultural exchanges that have shaped Western esoteric thought. Join us as we delve into the intricate web of connections that link the Arab world with the Western esoteric tradition, guided by one of its most passionate and knowledgeable scholars. DR LIANA SAIF'S CONTACT DETAILS For academic works: https://uva.academia.edu/LianaSaif For my religion-focused photography: https://www.instagram.com/lianasaif125/ CONNECT & SUPPORT

Journey Through the Planets: Marlene Seven Bremner A Hermetic journey through each of the seven traditional planets--Saturn, Jupiter, Mars, the Sun, Venus, Mercury, and the Moon--exploring their mythological, philosophical, alchemical, Qabalistic, magical, astrological, and energetic natures and offering meditative discourses that reach past the rational mind to speak directly to the intuitive soul. She relates the seven planets to the esoteric anatomy of the human body, specifically the seven chakras, and shows how the planets can offer understanding and experience of archetypal energies and patterns in the body, in one's life, and in the creative process. Marlene Seven Bremner guides us through The Hermetic Marriage of Art and Alchemy: Imagination, Creativity, and the Great Work. Marlene Seven Bremner was born in Frankfurt, Germany in 1983. She has a BA in Geography and Environmental Studies and is trained as a Polarity Therapist by the Institute of Holistic Health Careers. She is a self-taught oil painter, author, poet, and musician, exploring esoteric themes arising from her study and practice of Hermeticism, alchemy, magic, astrology, and mythology. Seven developed her painting career in the Pacific Northwest, showing her work in both group and solo exhibitions along the West Coast and internationally, and now resides in the desert of New Mexico. She is the author of Hermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy: The Emerald Tablet, the Corpus Hermeticum, and the Journey Through the Seven Spheres (Inner Traditions, 2022), and The Hermetic Marriage of Art and Alchemy: Imagination, Creativity, and the Great Work (Inner Traditions, 2023). Learn more about Simran here: www.iamsimran.com www.1111mag.com/

This guide offers a modern interpretation of Hermetic doctrine, distilling its teachings into seven compelling principles that can be applied to self-development in daily life. For centuries, the legendary Egyptian man-god Hermes Trismegistus – regarded as the father of astrology, alchemy, and other magical arts – inspired writers and readers of occult literature. In 1908,...

On Thursday September 10th, 2020 the Hermetic Hour with host Poke Runyon will present an essay on Creative Freedom and Hermetic Philosophy. We will discuss the nature of God in the Hermetic Corpus and the concept that all humans are gifted with "Speech" (literacy) but only those who answer the call have "The Mind." This is a form of spiritual elitism more exclusive than Christian Salvation but more reflective of Human nature. We will trace the history of Hermetic study and practice in the Western World, its influence on Freemasonry and Western culture. We will examine its distortions which have given rise to the evils of the illuminati and communism. So, tune in and discover how to empower your dreams.

Marlene Seven Bremner shares in her new book, The Hermetic Marriage of Art and Alchemy, how imagination is the foundation of creation. Marlene Seven Bremner, an artist, discusses the potential of alchemy in unlocking genuine creativity and achieving self-awareness, also known as gnosis. Her insights provide guidance on how to utilize alchemical energies to enhance intuition, gain deeper insights, and express oneself more imaginatively. Furthermore, she explores the complex and symbolic realm of alchemical art. In her book, Bremner explores the relationship between Surrealism and alchemy, while delving into the complex and symbolic art of alchemy. Both Surrealism and alchemy aim to unleash the imagination and blur the lines between reality and dreams, ultimately bridging the gap between the conscious and unconscious mind. Bremner further explains how the three principles (salt, sulfur, and mercury), the four elements, and the seven planets interconnect within the self to facilitate creative alchemy. She offers practical techniques from Hermetic and alchemical practices to help individuals unlock their creative expression, overcome energetic blocks, and tap into their full potential. Additionally, she discusses the timing of creative operations in regards to the zodiac and planets. The author explains how the stages of alchemical transmutation relate to the creative process. Through this process, the initiate can understand the connection between consciousness and matter, which is the fundamental concept of alchemy. By creating, one can transform spiritual energies through matter and achieve greater self-awareness and enlightenment. We talk about The power of the imagination True knowledge and the creative process Worrying gives energy to what you do not want The powerful Elemental meditation How to get to Gnosis The four stages of the "Great Work" Marlene Seven Bremner is a self-taught oil painter, writer, and teacher who has spent more than 20 years exploring esoteric and spiritual traditions, including Hermeticism, alchemy, surrealism, symbolism, tarot, psychology, magic, astrology, shamanism, and mythology. The author of Hermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy, she developed her career as an artist in the Pacific Northwest and now spends her time painting and writing in the New Mexico desert. Marlenesevenbremner.com

Marlene is an oil painter, writer, and teacher who has spent more than 20 years exploring esoteric and spiritual traditions, including Hermeticism, alchemy, surrealism, symbolism, tarot, psychology, magic, astrology, shamanism and mythology. Her work Hermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy (2022) was featured on episode 247 (link below). This podcast focuses on her new work, The Hermetic Marriage of Art & Alchemy--Imagination, Creativity, and the Great Work (2023).  For more information about her art, work, and life, please see:  https://marlenesevenbremner.com/ This podcast is available on your favorite podcast feed, or here:  https://endoftheroad.libsyn.com/episode-269-marlene-seven-bremner-the-hermetic-marriage-of-art-alchemy-imagination-creativity-and-the-great-work Episode 247 is available here:  https://endoftheroad.libsyn.com/episode-247-marlene-seven-bremner-hermetic-philosophy-and-creative-alchemythe-prima-materia-and-dmt Have a blessed weekend!  Cover Art is Marlene's Harmonia Elementorum (2017)

Join me for a fun, informative and enlightening interview with the author of: Hermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy: The Emerald Tablet, the Corpus Hermeticum, and the Journey through the Seven Spheres -a most excellent overview and introduction to Hermetics

#hermeticism #hermetic #hermeticspirituality FIND THE BOOK HERE: https://amzn.to/3TwKNXk Hanegraaff, W.J. (2022) Hermetic Spirituality and the Historical Imagination: Altered States of Knowledge in Late Antiquity. New edition. Cambridge, United Kingdom ; New York, NY: Cambridge University Press. Prof Hanegraaff's website: http://wouterjhanegraaff.net blog: http://wouterjhanegraaff.blogspot.com CONNECT & SUPPORT

#sufi #sufism #esotericism When was Sufism incorporated into esoteric magic traditions? Sufi practices of Tariqa and occult reinterpretations. René Guénon, Theosophical Society, Ouspensky, Gurdjieff, Ibn al-ʿArabī, Neoplatonism, Hermetic Philosophy. CONNECT & SUPPORT

How was Magic perceived and conceptualized in the Italian Renaissance? This video will be a brief overview of some philosophical concepts from the Renaissance that shaped the view of magic at the time. We will briefly cover Hermetic Philosophy, Marsilio Ficino, Giordano Bruno and Tommaso Campanella. CONNECT & SUPPORT

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In this episode, I am joined by Marlene Seven Bremner. She is a self-taught oil painter, author, poet, and musician, exploring esoteric themes arising from her study and practice of Hermeticism, alchemy, magic, astrology, and mythology.Seven developed her painting career in the Pacific Northwest, showing her work in both group and solo exhibitions along the West Coast and internationally, and now resides in the desert of New Mexico. She is the author of Hermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy: The Emerald Tablet, the Corpus Hermeticum, and the Journey Through the Seven Spheres, and The Hermetic Marriage of Art and Alchemy: Imagination, Creativity, and the Great Work.Marlene and I discuss her art, her magical practice, and her approach to Hermeticism and alchemy. We talk about her personal work with the planets and the interaction between her dreams and creativity. I really enjoyed my chat with Marlene, and I think you will, too!LinksMarlene Seven Bremner on Patreon@MSevenBremner on TwitterMarlene Seven Bremner on Facebook@m7artist on InstagramThe Artwork of Marlene Seven BremnerHermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy by Marlene Seven BremnerThe Hermetic Marriage of Art and Alchemy by Marlene Seven BremnerSupport Arnemancy on PatreonMentioned in this episode:Get my two-part course on Tarot and the Art of Memory!Click the link below.Tarot and the Art of MemoryThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Augment and strengthen recovery from addiction by learning about and working with the 7 Hermetic Principles. These principles are natural laws of the universe. In this episode, you'll learn about Hermetic Philosophy and The 7 Hermetic Principles as described in THE KYBALION (1908) By Three Initiates. The Seven Principles of Hermetic Philosophy are Mentalism, Correspondence, Vibration, Polarity, Rhythm, Cause and Effect, and Gender. Show Notes Page>> Links to main resources from this episode: The Kybalion (1908) by Three Initiates Total Alcohol Recovery 2.0

My guest this month is Dell J. Rose. Dell is a cultural historian and current Ph.D. researcher at the University of Amsterdam's HHP Center. He is also the recipient of the Swedenborg Doctoral Scholarship from the Swedenborg Society in the UK. Dell holds a Bachelor's degree, with majors in English, History, and Religion, and a Master's degree in Folk Studies. His current Ph.D project deals with Charles Augustus Tulk, the reception of Swedenborg's ideas amongst 19th-century reforming societies, and the role that Swedenborgian ideas played in 19th-century political discourse. Dell has many academic interests which examine the interface between culture and esotericism including Christian theosophy, especially Caspar Schwenckfeld von Ossig and Jakob Böhme. Dell is also interested in Willem Bilderdijk studies, and the relationship between Romantic nationalism and esotericism. He has also worked on the Christian interpretation of Sabbateanism and Karaitism, and he has written on the philosophy of Franz von Baader. Other interests include work on the relationship between technology and esotericism, especially in the history of aviation and the airship.  This month's topic centers around Emanuel Swedenborg, who was, and still is, an extremely influential figure within the currents of esotericism. Dell Rose begins by giving a short introduction about Swedenborg, and then moves to discuss other aspects of Swedenborg's life and beliefs that led to his eventual 'revelations' about the nature of the spiritual world and free will. Dell is particularly concerned with the cultural reception of Swedenborg, and he notes that Swedenborg's influence is varied, but overwhelming. This influence is seen in all forms of cultural life from the 19th century onward, in areas such as art, literature, poetry, and music; but also in the political sphere, including public planning, cooperative societies, and women's rights. Dell shares his own research into Charles Augustus Tulk, who was keen to implement Swedenborg's ideas onto social issues, as well as other figures who were also inspired by Swedenborgian thought. PROGRAM NOTESDell J. Rose: Research: Dell J. Rose - HHP | History of Hermetic Philosophy and related currents (amsterdamhermetica.nl)Dell Joseph Rose – Swedenborg SocietySelected works by Emanuel Swedenborg:Arcana Coelestia volume 1 (swedenborg.com)Heaven and Hell (swedenborg.com)Swedenborg Foundation: Swedenborg Foundation - Explorations of spiritual love and wisdom inspired by Emanuel SwedenborgKarl Herman Vetterling ('The Higher Buddhism in Swedenborg'): 5db21a82014ef811ec8a2232_Herman Vetterling.pdf (webflow.com)Thomas Lake Harris (Swedenborg ideas eventually transmitted to Japan): American Communities and Co-Operative Colonies : Hinds, William Alfred : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet ArchiveAlfred Deakin (Australia): Alfred Deakin | National Museum of Australia (nma.gov.au)Charles Augustus Tulk: Microsoft Word - lines_swedenborg.doc (ucl.ac.uk)Swedenborg's Influence – The Swedenborg ProjectCharles Augustus Tulk 1786 - 1849 | Sue Young HistoriesTheme music: Daniel P. SheaOther music: Stephanie Shea 

Links for Alex Charfen: https://www.charfen.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/AlexCharfen  https://www.instagram.com/alexcharfen/?hl=en  https://www.facebook.com/charfen/    Want to learn more about Artificial Intelligence (AI), Hermetic Philosophy, psychedelics, and the evolution of human consciousness? Go to https://beyondhomosapien.com/  Join hosts Paul and Scotty P as they engage in a captivating conversation with renowned entrepreneur and visionary, Alex Charfen. In this thought-provoking episode of the Beyond Homo Sapien Podcast, we delve deep into the transformative realm of psychedelic therapy and its profound impact on human consciousness. Alex Charfen, a seasoned explorer of the mind and an advocate for personal growth, shares his awe-inspiring experience with Ayahuasca, a powerful plant medicine known for its potential to unlock profound insights and catalyze deep healing. Through his candid storytelling, Alex takes us on an enthralling journey, recounting the profound lessons, revelations, and personal growth he gained through his encounters with different psychedelics.  Prepare to be enlightened as we explore the multifaceted aspects of psychedelic therapy, discussing its potential as a tool for healing trauma, expanding consciousness, and promoting holistic well-being. Discover how Ayahuasca guided Alex Charfen on a transformative path, shedding light on his purpose, unraveling limiting beliefs, and helping him tap into his true potential. Subscribe now to the Beyond Homo Sapien Podcast and join us in exploring the frontiers of human consciousness, personal growth, and the incredible potential of psychedelic therapy. Don't miss this extraordinary conversation with Alex Charfen, an episode that is sure to leave you with profound insights and a newfound understanding of the transformative power of Ayahuasca.

Taking you into the inner sanctum of the bunker! We are taking a look at some of the Minuteman's favorite books from the Truth Be Told library. In this episode, Robert talks about "Hermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy" by Marlene Seven Bremner.

Want to learn more about Artificial Intelligence (AI), Hermetic Philosophy, and the evolution of human consciousness? Go to https://beyondhomosapien.com/  In this captivating episode, Scotty P engages in a thought-provoking conversation with AI Sonya, a cutting-edge artificial intelligence developed by OpenAI. Together, they explore the current state of AI, its impact on our society, and the potential future of human and AI interactions. Discover how AI is transforming our lives and pushing the boundaries of what it means to be human. Don't miss this insightful and stimulating discussion about the fascinating world of artificial intelligence!

The Kybalion A Study of The Hermetic Philosophy of Ancient Egypt and Greece

This week, Renee & Louise share their tarot forecast for March. It's fast moving, go get 'em energy for Aries season and the Spring Equinox.Then they discuss an occult classic, The Kybalion. Renee explains the modern origin of Hermetic Philosophy in the witchy world, and they explore the seven hermetic principles that form the basis of so many spiritual practices. Then Renee stumbles upon a new witchy shop in Glasgow, while Louise is getting into a groove with the joy of movement. Apologies for all the background noise this week, as well. For complete show notes and links, go to awesomeon20.com/episode91Follow Renee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Renee_awesomeon20/Follow Louise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Louise_awesomeon20/Support the showCheck out the latest workshop offerings from the STC Witchcraft Academy for both online workshops and in-person circles in the Glasgow, Scotland area.Find all your favorite recipes and witch tips at Awesome on 20 Kitchen Magick.Book a tarot reading or receive spiritual guidance from Sagittarian Tarot & Coaching.

It was my pleasure to speak with Prof. Dr. Wouter Hanegraaff about his new book, Hermetic Spirituality and the Historical Imagination: Altered States of Knowledge in Late Antiquity. As Wouter preferred not to give a general summary, I chose four very important themes of the book to discuss: what the Hermetica is really all about; the notion of embodiment in the Hermetic texts; the difficult but extremely important task of interpreting the ancient texts; and the importance of the faculty of the imagination - not only within the Hermetica, but also for the scholar trying to understand what the texts are actually saying. Wouter does an excellent job of explaining the terms gnosis and nous (that Wouter calls the "hero of the book") and how they are used within the Hermetic texts; these terms are crucial for the rest of the discussion.  Following the four themes, Wouter discusses in more detail how Platonism influenced the Hermetica, how Gadamer's concept of hermeneutics plays a role in the process of understanding these texts, the paradox of how we think about the term imagination, and how Wouter tries to 'systematically privilege weirdness' when studying the Hermetic texts. PROGRAM NOTESWouter's website: Home | Wouter Hanegraaff- Hoogleraar - UVA (wouterjhanegraaff.net)List of publications: Books | Wouter Hanegraaff (wouterjhanegraaff.net)Links to new book: Hermetic spirituality and historical imagination altered states knowledge late antiquity | History of religion | Cambridge University PressHermetic Spirituality and the Historical Imagination: Altered States of Knowledge in Late Antiquity: Hanegraaff, Wouter J.: 9781009123068: Amazon.com: BooksCorpus Hermeticum: The Corpus Hermeticum & Hermetic Tradition -- The Gnostic Society Library (gnosis.org)Poimandres: Poimandres—Corpus Hermeticum I | The Matheson TrustThe Asclepius: The Perfect Sermon, or The Asclepius I - The Corpus Hermeticum - Sacred Texts - Hermetic LibraryPlato:Symposium: The Internet Classics Archive | Symposium by Plato (mit.edu)Phaedrus: The Internet Classics Archive | Phaedrus by Plato (mit.edu)Tommy Cowan, MA (res)(99+) What Most People Would Call Evil: The Archontic Spirituality of William S. Burroughs | Tommy P Cowan - Academia.edu(99+) Archontic States of Consciousness in Twentieth-century Neuromancy | Tommy P Cowan - Academia.edu Hans-Georg GadamerHans-Georg Gadamer (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy)Gadamer, Hans-Georg | Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy (utm.edu)Hermeneutics: Gadamer's Hermeneutics - Northwestern University PressJacques DerridaJacques Derrida (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy)Derrida, Jacques | Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy (utm.edu)History of Hermetic Philosophy and Related Currents (University of Amsterdam): HHP | History of Hermetic Philosophy and related currents (amsterdamhermetica.nl)Theme music: Daniel P. SheaOther music: Stephanie Shea

Want to learn more about Artificial Intelligence (AI), Hermetic Philosophy, and the evolution of human consciousness? Go to https://beyondhomosapien.com/ You may want to go to our YouTube channel and watch the video version of this episode or else much of the magic will be lost on you. In this in-depth episode of the Beyond Homo Sapien podcast, Paul Tokgozoglu and Scott Pelzel take viewers on a comprehensive MidJourney walkthrough, showing you how to use the revolutionary MidJourney AI art bot to create stunning digital art. From navigating the interface to mastering the various features, they provide a step-by-step guide to using the tool like a pro. They start by explaining the basics of the tool and how it can be used to generate unique and beautiful art with just a few clicks. They also demonstrate how to customize the settings and parameters to create a wide range of styles and effects. In the video, Paul and Scott talk about how to get the MidJourney bot on your own Discord channel and say it is very easy to figure out. Follow the walkthrough to do this easily on the Discord app or website. It takes a few clicks. You will also need to sign up for a free Discord account. https://midjourney.gitbook.io/docs/us... As Scott and Paul progress through the video, they delve into more advanced features such as how to use the tool's neural network capabilities to create truly one-of-a-kind pieces. They explain how the tool can be used to generate new and unexpected variations on an original design, and how this can be used to explore new creative avenues and take your art to the next level. Scott and Paul also discuss the future of art and design, and how AI art tools like MidJourney are changing the way we think about creativity. They explain how these tools can help talented designers push the boundaries of what's possible, and how they can be used to create new forms of art that were previously unimaginable. For example, AI art tools can help to automate tedious and repetitive tasks, allowing artists to spend more time on the creative process. They can also be used to generate new and unique forms of art, opening up new possibilities for creative expression. Midjourney Is going to shake up the art industry. Throughout the video, we provide examples of how the tool can be used in different contexts, such as in graphic design, illustration, and even fashion design. Midjourney can be a tool that can be used to create a wide range of styles, from realistic to abstract, and how it can be used to explore different themes and concepts. Scott & Paul also discuss how the tool can be used in a professional setting, such as for advertising and branding, and how it can be used to create art for print, web, and other digital media. Scott and Paul also address the potential concerns about the future of art and design with the rise of AI art tools, like the potential to replace human artists. They stress that AI art tools are not meant to replace human artists, but rather to augment and assist them in their creative process. It's important to note that AI art tools are not capable of generating original ideas, but they can assist in the process of exploring and expanding existing ones. Overall, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of art and technology. Whether you're a professional artist or designer looking to take your work to the next level, or just someone who's curious about the future of art and design, this video provides a wealth of information and inspiration. Don't miss it!

Marlene Seven Bremner is an oil painter, writer, and teacher who has spent more than 20 years exploring esoteric and spiritual traditions, including Hermeticism, alchemy, surrealism, symbolism, tarot, psychology, magic, astrology, shamanism and mythology. In this podcast we will focus on her erudite new book Hermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy: The Emerald Tablet, The Corpus Hermeticum, and the Journey Through the Seven Spheres which is a profound synthesis of magical and occult teachings as well as an initiation into the alchemical opus and how to integrate and apply Hermetic and alchemical principles to awaken inner knowing, liberate the imagination, and live a mystical, creative and inspired life. To connect with Seven and her wonderful writing and art, see: https://marlenesevenbremner.com/ ***Amazing cover art "Emergence" is by the author*** This podcast is available on your favorite podcast platform, or here:  https://endoftheroad.libsyn.com/episode-247-marlene-seven-bremner-hermetic-philosophy-and-creative-alchemythe-prima-materia-and-dmt   Have an awesome week!

Marlene Seven Bremner's book Hermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy: The Emerald Tablet, The Corpus Hermeticum, and the Journey Through The Seven Spheres is the perfect book to read in 2023. Drawing on ancient Egyptian and Greek cosmogonies and essential Hermetic texts, such as the Corpus Hermeticum, the Emerald Tablet (Tabula Smaragdina), and the Nag Hammadi codices, Marlene Seven Bremner offers a detailed understanding of Hermetic philosophy and the art of alchemy as a foundation for a psycho-spiritual creative practice. Offering examples from traditional alchemical art and her intricate esoteric paintings, Bremner examines the foundational principles of Hermeticism and alchemy and shows how these traditions are a direct means for accessing higher consciousness and true self-knowledge, or gnosis, as well as a way to extract the essence of one's creative gifts. Bremner takes the reader on a Hermetic journey through each of the seven traditional planets--Saturn, Jupiter, Mars, the Sun, Venus, Mercury, and the Moon--exploring their mythological, philosophical, alchemical, Qabalistic, magical, astrological, and energetic natures and offering meditative discourses that reach past the rational mind to speak directly to the intuitive soul. She relates the seven planets to the esoteric anatomy of the human body, specifically the seven chakras, and shows how the planets can offer understanding and experience of archetypal energies and patterns in the body, in one's life, and the creative process. We talk about The principle of correspondence The Seven Chakras and the sevens planets The series of Alchemical stages Polarity therapy Initiations Polarity Therapy Marlene Seven Bremner is a self-taught oil painter, writer, and teacher who has spent more than 20 years exploring esoteric and spiritual traditions, including Hermeticism, alchemy, surrealism, symbolism,tarot, psychology, magic, astrology, shamanism, and mythology. She developed her career as an artist in the Pacific Northwest and now spends her time painting and writing in the New Mexico desert. marlenesevenbremner.com

Marlene “Seven” Bremner is a visionary artist and alchemist. And her new book with Inner Traditions, Hermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy, should be on the top of every esoteric student's reading list. In recent decades, the subject of alchemy has been enjoying a renaissance in esoteric publishing. There are dozens of well researched and beautifully written books on the mystical and philosophical path of alchemy. But Hermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy is a unique contribution, an illuminated manuscript for the 21st Century that teaches as much through the power of image as it does through words. Alchemy is one of the ancient Hermetic arts, sister of astrology. And in alchemy, the planets represent the architecture of inner space, describing the various stages of the creative process.The Cross Rose in the Garden of Venus (Oil on canvas, 2016)Seven's journey into alchemy combines tremendous intellectual depth and artistic spirit. From a scholarly perspective, this book is exquisitely written and intricately researched, densely woven with many ancient threads of esoteric tradition, symbol and myth. But it is her visionary art that really makes the alchemical journey come alive. In this interview, I learned that Seven was born with many visionary gifts, highlighted in her natal chart by a triple conjunction between the Sun, Jupiter, and Neptune in Sagittarius. As such, I wasn't surprised to learn that her strikingly original style of writing and painting is all self-taught. And this book is the result of more than 20 years of her esoteric and creative explorations. Hermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy takes you on a deep journey into planetary influences and alchemical principles. Through Seven's eyes, new symbolic connections will emerge to expand the breadth and depth of your esoteric language. Students of Hermeticism will love her flourishing prose and fresh perspectives on traditional concepts. And artists will be inspired to explore their own creative potential with the timeless knowledge of alchemy.Alchemy cultivates your imagination and invites you to explore the vastness of inner space. And in these Aquarian times, alchemy is essential knowledge. Aquarius values human sovereignty, autonomy, and freedom of imagination as a means of healing the world.As Seven says: “We can really tap into the power of imagination, not just for personal manifestation of the things that we want to have, but to hold a beautiful vision for the world. Instead of focusing on all the negative things, just focus on the dreams of what we do want, what we do want to see and make space and time in our imaginative contemplations for positive visions of what could be.”Seven is a woman that has the courage to follow her own path and be led by the light of her own imagination. And after reading this book, you'll feel inspired to do the same.Support the showSupport the show at https://www.patreon.com/aeolianheart

Artists and author Marlene Seven Bremner joined AB Live. She discussed her new book Hermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy. The work is a profound synthesis of magical and occult teaching and initiation into the alchemical opus. Discover how to incorporate Hermetic and alchemical principles to awaken inner knowing, liberate the imagination, and live a mystical, creative, and inspired life. The Virtual Alexandria hills were alive with the sound of Gnosis! Full audio for everyone as it was a Solstice celebration.Join the Virtual Alexandria Academy (get 20% with special holiday discount)  More information on MarleneSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/aeon-byte-gnostic-radio/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Join the movement to reclaim your spirituality: https://discord.gg/bPy4VcCTMm We're joined this week by eminent occultist Julian Vayne. Julian is a British independent scholar and author with over three decades of experience within esoteric culture: from Druidry to Chaos Magic, from indigenous Shamanism through to Freemasonry and Witchcraft. Growing up in the Britain of punk and then rave culture Julian immersed himself in the philosophy and techniques of magic. His journey into group ritual practice began within the Western Esoteric Tradition when he was 16. Since then he has worked in ceremony with practitioners from many different lands and lineages. Julian is a senior member of the Magical Pact of the Illuminates of Thanateros and widely recognized as one of Britain's leading occultists. To connect with Julian for readings, celebrants or any of his other work, check out his website here: https://julianvayne.com For those in London, Julian also occasionally hosts talks, events, ceremonies and workshop at Treadwells. Ready for more? Follow Mystai in all your usual places:

Marlene Seven Bremner stops by to discuss her new book, Hermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy: The Emerald Tablet, the Corpus Hermeticum, and the Journey Through the Seven Spheres. We touch on the nature of alchemy, Jung, her recent trip to Egypt, Sekhmet, the pyramids as initiation chambers, and tons more! To start learning magick now, check out our free guided meditation at https://start.magick.me

Join the movement to reclaim your spirituality: https://discord.gg/bPy4VcCTMm We're joined this week by Kelley, a New England witch and the creative mind behind Realm of Spirit. During her 15 years of practice in occultism, her path in the Old Craft has been heavily influenced by the folk practices of the British Isles, Italy, & France. We dive into an insightful discussion on the Witch Trials, Dream Interpretation & spirit working to bring you some down to earth practices and ideas. To connect with Kelley for readings or training, check out her website here: https://www.realmofspirit.com Follow us in all your usual places:

Join the movement to help dismantle unhealthy power structures and reclaim your spirituality: https://discord.gg/bPy4VcCTMm This week we're joined by the incredible Dr Lynne Kelly! I remember hearing about Lynne's work during my time on excavation and was completely taken with it. She has spent decades working with indigenous communities around the world, especially Australian Aborigines, to study how they codify memory, transmit knowledge and connect to their landscape. In this episode we talk about the different forms of memory, how indigenous communities can remember generations of information and encode knowledge in the landscape itself to have what on the surface looks like super-human memory. We then unpack the importance of these natural trained memory systems as it pertains to ritual and archaeology before concluding with how to go about training your own memory. To connect with Lynne, check out here books here: http://www.lynnekelly.com.au Follow us in all your usual places:

This week's interview is with the definitively pre-eminent hermetic scholar, Wouter J. Hanegraaff. Wouter outlines his pioneering path to Department Chair of History of Hermetic Philosophy and Related Currents at the University of Amsterdam. The interview explores the 1990s milestones towards academic recognition of esoteric history and practice. While not personally a practitioner, sub rosa or otherwise, Hanegraaff warmly engages on the questions surrounding practitioner-as-scholar status. This interview is replete with the naming of Rejected Knowledge. A Calvinist minister's son, Wouter both respectfully and assertively notes areas of understudied “history” within Hermeticism and the Early Church. Wouter notes the unnamed role of Egyptian, Persian and North African Hermetic thinkers, and calls out the difficulty of philhellenism. He describes the “narrow bottleneck of transmission” within early conversion of hermetic texts into Christo-centered language and analogy, followed by a “millenia” of basic silence before snippets of manuscripts re-emerged in the 14th Century. Wouter denotes several basic truths of Hermetic spirituality (not solely “philosophy”). The first theme is of “reverence” and gratitude for basic reality of Life granted to us. Another is the necessity of our self-liberation from worldly sources of addictive illusion; ignorance, not “sin”, being our behavioral obstacle to growth. Wouter describes the challenge of return to our clear, full consciousness as spiritual beings. He invites the possibility of conceptually unlearning vestigial Christocenteric dogma, into receptivity of the Source, the unknowable, and engagement with the Nous: “the total Mystery at the heart of reality”. How does a non-practitioner find such respect for these concepts? Perhaps some hint is found in his blog essay, Esotericism and Democracy, in which he writes: “never forget that in studying esotericism, we are ultimately studying people”. Click on the imgage to be brought to the ESSWE website, the organisation co-founded by Wouter J. Hanegraaff. The website is a great resource for a lot of interesting material! Wouter J. Hanegraaff about himself: "As long as I can remember I have been an avid reader. Books for me are travel vehicles that allow me to visit other times and places, imaginary or real, and with my publications I hope to introduce my readers to new and unfamiliar worlds and ideas. The most consistent red thread that runs through my life and work is a deep curiosity for neglected or rejected ideas, traditions, and dimensions of reality - anything that others are not looking at or are not taking seriously - and a conviction that precisely what tends to be overlooked by mainstream society and culture is most likely to expand our perspectives, stimulate our creativity, and enrich our understanding." continue to read this highly informative self-description by clicking here Wouter J Hanegraaff's homepage Wouter's essay, Imagining the future study of religion and spirituality (2020) Wouter's blogs "Esotericism and Democray"-a great lecture! (in English in spite of the first appearence of this German website Music played in this episode I found out - and he tells us more about it in the interview - that Wouter had initially trained as a classical musician. So today you hear music that he suggested - at least the two first tracks. The third one is the return of Master Wilbur Burchette on the podcast - a perfect mix, in my view, of Esotericism in music and Wouter's initial instrument, the guitar!

Richard Mason returns to discuss A.E. Waite's order, The Fellowship of the Rosy Cross, and the special tarot deck developed for private use in rituals. Waite formed the order in 1915 (during WW1) and enlisted the help of artists and a financial backer to create the tarot 'deck,' that is now housed in the British Museum. Notable in the artwork is the shift from 'magic' to 'mysticism', and this artwork reflects Waite's strong views of a 'secret tradition' - a blend of Christianity with various esoteric concepts. Note of Clarification: 'W.M. Yeats' is incorrect; W.B. Yeats was intended during conversation; The master album of the Trinick-Pippet drawings are located at the British Museum (not the British Library). Thanks to Richard Mason for generously providing the images used in this video. PROGRAM NOTES Contact Richard Mason: rwgm@outlook.com Primary Sources: -Myer, Isaac, Qabbalah. The Philosophical Writings of Solomon Ben Yehuda Ibn Gebirol or Avicebron, and their connection with the Hebrew Qabbalah and Sepher ha-Zohar (1888) -Encausse, Gérard, Qabalah: The Secret Tradition of the West (1892) -Édouard E., Blitz, Treatise on The Great Art: A System of Physics According to Hermetic Philosophy and Theory and Practice of the Magisterium (1898) -A. E. Waite's occult journal The Unknown World (1894-95) -Waite, A. E., Azoth, or The Star in the East (1893)   -The Doctrine and Literature of Kabbalah (1899/1902)   -Steps to the Crown (1907)   -The Hidden Church of the Holy Grail (1909)   -The Secret Tradition in Freemasonry (1911)   -The Brotherhood of the Rosy Cross (1924)   -The Holy Grail its Legends and Symbolism (1933)   -The Secret Tradition in Freemasonry (volume II) (1936) Secondary Sources: -Gilbert, R. A., A. E. Waite: A Bibliography, (1983) -Gilbert, R. A., A. E. Waite: Magician of Many Parts, (1987) -Hanegraaff, Wouter, “The Mysteries of Sex in the House of the Hidden Light: A. E. Waite and Kabbalah” (2018) -Ferguson, Christine, Reading with the Occultists: Arthur Machen and A. E. Waite and the Ecstasies of Popular Fiction (2016) -Parisious, Roger, Figures in a Dance: The Rider-Waite Tarot, (1987) -Roukema, Aren, Esotericism and Narrative: The Occult Fiction in Charles Williams Fiction, (2018) -Südekum, Stuart, “The Secret Tradition of Silence” (2014) -Südekum, Stuart, Drinking from the Haunted Well: A mystical exploration in the Fairy Land of A. E. Waite, (2014) -Seidmann, Gertrud, The Rev. Greville John Chester and ‘The Ashmolean Museum as a Home for Archaeology in Oxford'. Bulletin of the History of Archaeology, 16(1), (2006), pp.27–33. Theme Music: Stephanie Shea

Join the movement to reclaim your spirituality: https://discord.gg/bPy4VcCTMm This week we're joined by one of my favourite guests, Dr Neeta Bushan. I had the honour of meeting Neeta last year in Estonia after certifying as a coach, and she's been an incredible mentor. In this episode we talk about our journey towards coaching, how to alchemise unhealthy viewpoints around emotions and a powerful emotional release process that can transform your relationship to yourself, those around you and your environment. Follow us in all your usual places:

This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. "Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/euphomet and get on your way to being your best self.”, and The End Up podcast. "Hear it now wherever you listen to podcasts!" Marlena Seven Bremner will share her research on ancient Egyptian and Greek cosmogonies and essential Hermetic texts including Hermetic philosophy and the art of alchemy as a foundation for a psycho-spiritual creative practice. She will discuss how these traditions are a direct means for accessing higher consciousness and true self-knowledge, OR gnosis, as well as a way to extract the essence of one's own creative gifts. You can join the Euphomet Patreon and gain access to an AD FREE feed: https://open.acast.com/public/patreon/fanSubscribe/2343248 BIO: Marlena Seven Bremner is a self-taught oil painter, writer, and teacher who has spent more than 20 years exploring esoteric and spiritual traditions, including Hermeticism, alchemy, surrealism, symbolism, tarot, psychology, magic, astrology, shamanism, and mythology. She developed her career as an artist in the Pacific Northwest and now spends her time painting and writing in the New Mexico desert. Her new beautiful book HERMETIC PHILOSOPHY AND CREATIVE ALCHEMY is out now - LINKS: https://marlenesevenbremner.com/ **** SHARE YOUR STORY! Reach Jim at jim@euphomet.com or record a voice message at sayhi.chat/euphomet **** Like the music played on this episode? Check out the NITE DRIFT / EUPHOMET mixtape on Spotify. **** You can listen to NITE DRIFT with Jim Perry LIVE on Sunday nights at 5pm pst ( 8pm est) on KKNW 1150 AM Seattle or worldwide at NiteDrift.com You can join the Euphomet Patreon and gain access to an AD FREE feed, an archive of the Original Series and be a part of LIVE interactive shows JOIN HERE JIM PERRY | @ItsJimPerry on Twitter | Host, Executive Producer, Founder Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join the movement to help dismantle unhealthy power structures and reclaim your spirituality: https://discord.gg/bPy4VcCTMm This week we're joined by A.C. Fisher Aldag, author of Common Magick, and lifelong practitioner of folk witchcraft in the United States. We sit down to get her take on ritual, the importance of folk customs, dances and traditions in practice and the methodologies behind her craft, especially for new practitioners. Check out AC's book here: https://books.google.co.uk/books/about/Common_Magick.html?id=IwwIEAAAQBAJ&source=kp_book_description&redir_esc=y Follow us in all your usual places:

Conversation starts @ 5:47 Hermes Trismegistus was believed to be one of the wise men of his time, and a study of his texts reveals, not a general philosophy, but a spiritual path for initiates who seek to achieve gnosis by direct acquaintance of the true nature of reality as we experience it. Dr. Wouter Hanegraaff begins this analysis by guiding us into the four-core dimension of his book, Hermeticism, spirituality, historical imagination, and altered states of knowledge. All of this knowledge circulated through small groups of people beginning in the first century A.D. Wouter explains how he landed a position as The University of Amsterdam chair of Hermeticism, and then began to “map” the field of esoterism, the two poles of his academic interests are Hermeticism and esotericism. We discuss the nature of esotericism, rejected forms of knowledge, monotheism and exclusion, the shadow of the collective, Isaac Newton's heresy, Western exclusion, nonduality, the experiential nature of spiritual practice, Diotima - the female visionary who taught Socrates, drugs in the ancient world, The East and the irrational, academic ideological orientation to Greek as rational, misunderstanding and misinterpretation of antiquity, gender, the spiritual nature of rebirth, life and death, immortality and “The Flip,” shoutout to Miles Neale and Jeff Kripal, music and the cosmos, tones and chanting, initiation, apprenticeship, magic, therapy, and more. Bio: Wouter J. Hanegraaff is Professor of History of Hermetic Philosophy and Related Currents at the University of Amsterdam, the Netherlands, a member of the Royal Dutch Academy of Arts and Sciences, as well as past President and now honorary member of the European Society for the Study of Western Esotericism. Alongside numerous articles, he is the author of New Age Religion and Western Culture: Esotericism in the Mirror of Secular Thought (Leiden 1996/Albany 1998); Lodovico Lazzarelli (1447-1500): The Hermetic Writings and Related Documents (Tempe 2005; with Ruud M. Bouthoorn); Swedenborg, Oetinger, Kant: Three Perspectives on the Secrets of Heaven (West Chester 2007); Esotericism and the Academy: Rejected Knowledge in Western Culture (Cambridge 2012); and Western Esotericism: A Guide for the Perplexed (London 2013). He has (co)edited eight collective volumes, including the 1200-page Dictionary of Gnosis and Western Esotericism (Leiden 2005) and Hidden Intercourse: Eros and Sexuality in the History of Western Esotericism (New York 2011; with Jeffrey J. Kripal). His most recent monograph Hermetic Spirituality and the Historical Imagination: Altered States of Knowledge in Late Antiquity is forthcoming with Cambridge University Press in 2022. His current projects are focused on the history of consciousness in German Idealism and Romanticism, and the role of the imagination in Western culture. https://www.wouterjhanegraaff.net Website for The Sacred Speaks: http://www.thesacredspeaks.com WATCH: YouTube for The Sacred Speaks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOAuksnpfht1udHWUVEO7Rg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesacredspeaks/ @thesacredspeaks Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesacredspeaks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesacredspeaks/ Brought to you by: https://www.thecenterforhas.com Theme music provided by: http://www.modernnationsmusic.com

SCROLL DOWN TO SEE THE PAINTINGS BY MARLENE SEVEN BREMNER WE ARE TALKING ABOUT DURING THE INTERVIEW This week we have a refreshing interview with Marlene Seven Bremner, an American artist and writer presently residing in New Mexico. While a student of polarity therapy, Seven initiated into Jungian alchemical teaching, which in turn flowed into her personal study and distillation of the Hermetica. This discovery process included visual art, textual exploration, and ultimately the writing of a full manuscript.  Seven has recently released her first title with Inner Traditions, Hermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy: The Emerald Tablet, the Corpus Hermeticum, and the Journey Through the Seven Spheres. The interview is a conversation aligned to her text, appealing to both the new and seasoned students of the Hermetica. Seven's unassuming, lunar quiet blends with solar scholarly intensity as she traverses the conversation. Subjects explored in dialogue with Rudolf range from the alchemy of oil painting; the call to expression through Logos; channeling poetry, and the creative alchemy of the ascent through the Seven Spheres. Bremner soulfully articulates the devotional-contemplative hermetic lifestyle, worldly input, and the influence of the natural elemental balance in Place. Seven makes candid acknowledgement of the importance of attaining balance between the inspiration and distraction of artistic community. Seven and Rudolf specifically explore her painting Harmonia Elementorum, which is present on her WEBSITE (click here or into the link section further down) Her website also features poetry including “Circulato” (dated May 2018), beginning: “I never learned how to dive. I only learned how to sink, in waters deep, deeper than three times my self and dark with the blood of my ancestors…” Enjoy the still waters running deep in this conversation! ABOVE: THOTH TWO PAINTINGS BY MARLE SEVEN BREMNER BELOW: HARMONIA ELEMENTORUM Seven's website The paintings we discuss in the interview can be found here Her author's page at Inner Traditions THIS WEEK'S SHOW NOTES HAVE BEEN WRITTEN BY OUR LISTENER EMILY. MANY THANKS! Here is what Emily tells us about herself as an introduction: ‘Emily is a fellow traveler of esoteric trans-Atlantic origin. She keeps her journey offline, unplugged, and handwritten. Sources of resonant personal Wonder include bioluminescence, echolocation, geometry, and paradox. Stay in mystery, my friends Music played in this episode Egypt plays an important role in Hermetic thought of course, from Thoth-Dejhuti to Hellenists etc. So Egyptian music in different forms is on the menu for today's episode. Nubian music is part of the folk tradition in both Egypt and Sudan. Today's guest, Marlene Seven Bremner, when visiting Egypt recently, was fascinated by the Nubian music, so two out of three tracks today come from this tradition. 1) TRIBAL WAR CHANT - Traditional Nubian Music recorded live in Egypt during a local folk ceremony (Track starts at 7:08) 2) ANCIENT EGYPTIAN LOVE SONG - Peter Pringle Peter Pringle (born 1945) is a Canadian musician and television personality, mainly active in the 70s and 80s. In the last two decades he has reconstructed music and musical instruments from thousands of years back, Sumerian, Ancient Hebrew, Babylonian and Egyptian. The text of this love song is from an original papyrus, he performs it in a musical style based on historical research,

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This meditation is designed around an amazing prayer given in the Hermetica as written by Hermes. This is an amazing and powerful prayer   Below is a portion I pray that the Cosmos be flung open to me and that all nature may receive the sound of my psalms. Open, great earth, and trees, silence your waving boughs, for I am about to sing the praise of the One and All. Justice, praise the just through me. Goodness, praise the good through me. Truth, praise the true through me. Selflessness, praise the All through me. It is your words that through me sing your praises — for all comes from you and all returns to you. Accept these pure offerings of speech from a heart and soul uplifted. You of whom no words can tell, no tongue can speak, and only silence can declare. I thank you with a brimming heart, for it is only by your grace that I see your Light and come to know you. I thank you whose name no man knows.   The New Earth Activation trainings - Immerse yourself in 12 hours of content focused on the new earth with channeling, meditations, advanced training and access to the new earth https://realityrevolutioncon.com/newearth Alternate Universe Reality Activation  get full access to new meditations, new lectures, recordings from the reality con and the 90 day AURA meditation schedulehttps://realityrevolutionlive.com/aura45338118 BUY MY BOOK! https://www.amazon.com/Reality-Revolution-Mind-Blowing-Movement-Hack/dp/154450618X/ Listen to my book on audible https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Reality-Revolution-Audiobook/B087LV1R5V Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/The-Reality-Revolution-Podcast-Hosted-By-Brian-Scott-102555575116999 For all episodes of the Reality Revolution – https://www.therealityrevolution.com Follow Us on Reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/TheRealityRevolution/ Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_reality_revolution/ Follow me on Twitter https://twitter.com/mediaprime Join my twitter group https://twitter.com/i/communities/1509405555579777024 Follow me on MeWe https://mewe.com/i/brianscott71 Join our Facebook group The Reality Revolution https://www.facebook.com/groups/523814491927119 Contact us at media@advancedsuccessinstitute.com All my guided meditations https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKv1KCSKwOo_BfNnb5vLcwouInskcEhqL All my short meditations - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKv1KCSKwOo-Mc0SiXK8Ef0opJeahwgfM All my episodes about parallel realities - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKv1KCSKwOo-1-dStwX7huyhcxpJPMrWi For coaching – https://www.advancedsuccessinstitute.com For all episodes of the Reality Revolution – https://www.therealityrevolution.com Music By Mettaversereunionlimitlessoverflowingascensioninternal focusflow state musicfull moon in virgosweet dreamspeace like a flood  

The first easily accessible translation of the esoteric writings that inspired some of the world's greatest artists, scientists, and philosophers. Here is an essential digest of the Greco-Egyptian writings attributed to the legendary sage-god Hermes Trismegistus (Greek for thrice-greatest Hermes)?a combination of the Egyptian Thoth and the Greek Hermes. The figure of Hermes was venerated as a great and mythical teacher in the ancient world and was rediscovered by the finest minds of the Renaissance. The writings attributed to his hand are a time capsule of Egyptian and Greek esoteric philosophy and have influenced figures including Blake, Newton, Milton, Shelley, Shakespeare, Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, and Jung. Here Hermes takes us through his mystical vison of the creation of the universe, god and our place in it. The New Earth Activation trainings - Immerse yourself in 12 hours of content focused on the new earth with channelings, meditations, advanced training and access to the new earth https://realityrevolutioncon.com/newearth Alternate Universe Reality Activation  get full access to new meditations, new lectures, recordings from the reality con and the 90 day AURA meditation schedulehttps://realityrevolutionlive.com/aura45338118 BUY MY BOOK! https://www.amazon.com/Reality-Revolution-Mind-Blowing-Movement-Hack/dp/154450618X/ Listen to my book on audible https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Reality-Revolution-Audiobook/B087LV1R5V Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/The-Reality-Revolution-Podcast-Hosted-By-Brian-Scott-102555575116999 Join our Facebook group The Reality Revolution https://www.facebook.com/groups/523814491927119 Subscribe to my Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOgXHr5S3oF0qetPfqxJfSw   Contact us at media@advancedsuccessinstitute.com For all episodes of the Reality Revolution – https://www.therealityrevolution.com Follow Us on Reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/TheRealityRevolution/ Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_reality_revolution/ Follow me on Twitter https://twitter.com/mediaprime Follow me on MeWe https://mewe.com/i/brianscott71  Music By Mettaversejourney through the multiverseinner worldssolsticenocturneinto the omniversethe language of lighttravel lightsolacegolden lotus