Podcasts about hermetic studies

EDITED: filler words removed. For full, uncensored version see the livestream on Youtube! https://youtube.com/live/y8-LhlA8v4o?feature=shareJoin Founder & Director of the IHS in an in-depth and exploratory dialogue with Frater RC. Mark Stavish, the Director of Studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies, is a life-long student of esotericism with over 25 years experience in comparative religion, philosophy, psychology, and mysticism with emphasis on Traditional Western Esotericism. His articles have appeared in academic, specialty, and mass market publications specializing in spiritual studies, making Mark one of the leading authorities in Hermeticism today.In addition to being a member and officer of several prominent Rosicrucian and Martinist societies, Mark served as the Director of Research for the Occult Research and Applications Project, of the Philosophers of Nature (PON). The Philosophers of Nature was founded by Jean Dubuis in France in 1979 and for twenty years was the leading resource for practical information on mineral and plant alchemy, as well as qabala. ORA, a statistically based research wing of the American branch of PON performed detailed exploration into the validity and practicality of various traditional esoteric methods. Original research from the ORA Project was published in the organization's journal, The Stone.A graduate of King's College, in Theology (B.A.), and Communications (B.A.), and Rhode Island College (Providence), with a Master's degree in Counseling emphasizing psycho-spiritual modalities and Psychosynthesis, Mark brings a unique blend of tradition with modern research to the application of esoteric philosophySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/magick-without-fears-frater-r-c-hermetic-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In S5 E11 I sit down with author, astrologer, alchemist, media personality and founder and director of studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies, Mark Stavish to discuss future sustainability for communities in esotericism, and the realities of administration, leadership, publishing, and preparation for the unfolding changing of the guard and globally shifting paradigms. Donate to the IHS Collection:https://gofund.me/6c5e8900 IHS Online:https://institute-for-hermetic-studies.teachable.com/courses/ REGISTER FOR Techniques of Graeco-Egyptian Theurgy: https://portal.argosdestinations.com/public/form/view/67450151a09985003a16ce1c TGET FULL ITINERARY: https://travefy.com/trip/6yw9rqtfkbpsqz2a2sjhd9vvdl7f3ta For all things Ike be sure to visit him/leave him a message: https://ikebaker.com SUPPORT ARCANVM FOR $5/MONTH: https://patreon.com/arcanvm FOLLOW on Facebook: https://facebook.com/@arcanvvm FOLLOW on IG: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m #hermetic #sustainability #history #esoteric

Originally issued - July 22nd, 2023I had talked with Mark Stavish about many topics related to the pursuit of a magical life including the future of esotericism, the value of tradition, school structures, the cost of magical study, utopia in esotericism and magic and much much more.... Trust me, this was a comprehensive conversation and I think deserving of a good listen. Mark Stavish, the Director of Studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies, is a life-long student of esotericism with over 40 years experience in comparative religion, philosophy, psychology, and mysticism with emphasis on Western spiritual traditions. Mark is the author of over two dozen books, as well as edited and contributed to an equal number of publications.A frequent media quest, Mark has appeared several times on Coast to Coast AM (C2C) with George Noory, as well as Just Energy Radio, Paranormal Science, Bob Hieronimus 21st Century Radio, History Channel, A&E, and has been a consultant on numerous media productions. As a graduate of King's College, in Theology (B.A.), and Communications (B.A.), and Rhode Island College (Providence), with a Master's degree in Counseling emphasizing psycho-spiritual modalities and Psychosynthesis, Mark brings a unique blend of tradition with modern research to the application of esoteric philosophy.Teachable courses Mark mentions - https://institute-for-hermetic-studies.teachable.com/ Website - http://www.hermeticinstitute.org/Buy me a cup of coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/EarthMagicbrno -One off donation: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/earthmagicbrnoSubscribe to my Substack: https://gmvasey.substack.com/Buy one of my 50+ books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/G-Michael-Vasey/author/B00B8NWTWAThe dowsing rods that I use - https://amzn.to/3qR3meRFind me on the web - https://linktr.ee/gmvaseySign up for my course on magic - The Mystical Hexagram - https://earth-magic-brno.teachable.com/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-magical-world-of-g-michael-vasey--4432257/support.

In this episode, we were joined by Mark Stavish, the Director of the Institute for Hermetic Studies for a great conversation across a myriad of topics.  Mark gave us a few predictions for 2024 along with his no-holds-barred thoughts regarding the state of the esoteric today, and the importance of finding yourself as well as a group of like-minded practitioners.  As a rule, we do not edit our podcast episodes.  They are recorded as a live session with no script.  Our episodes are always a showcase of free-flowing conversation and the guest's opinions are their own as they are entitled to be.  We all must learn to work together and that includes working with others whose opinions do not always align.   This was a large part of the conversation in that we are too often separated from others because they do not match our personal criteria for acceptance or even listening.  How much we miss by making knee-jerk, emotional decisions because someone didn't use the 'right' words or feel like we do. We are fortunate to have someone of Mark's caliber in our midst and his exceptionally thorough knowledge combines perfectly with his ability to explain complex topics simply; it is truly a blessing, especially for those dipping their toe into the very deep pool of the esoteric.  

In this episode, we interviewed our favorite curmudgeon & expert on Hermetic practice, ceremonial magic, powwow, and the esoteric world in general. Mark is the founder and director of the Institute for Hermetic Studies based in nearby Wyoming, PA, and is the author of a multitude of excellent esoteric works.  In addition to writing, he is a highly sought-after national speaker in regard to all things esoteric, occult, and quite frankly intellectual. We consider ourselves very fortunate, to both be local to him; as well as for him to take the time to come in at Zero Dark Thirty in the morning to speak with us.  Mark does so much for this community and we are thrilled to present this interview. We hope you all have just as much of a good time listening as we had when we recorded it.   Please visit the Hermetic Institute via the links below.  There is a wealth of information. http://www.hermeticinstitute.org/ https://institute-for-hermetic-studies.teachable.com/ https://www.facebook.com/WBTemple/     #podcast #podcasting #hermetic #esoteric #highmagic #ceremonial #ritual #markstavish #powwow #intheweedz #pickeyweedz 

Hunter and I chat with author and Director of Studies at the Institute for Hermetic Studies, Mark Stavish, about the Human Potential Movement, duality, symbology, egregores, Operation Paperclip, ego in magical organizations, self improvement, and much more. Institute for Hermetic Studies: http://www.hermeticinstitute.org/html/about.html  To hear the full version of this episode just visit our Locals page... Read More

Welcome to Occult of Personality: esoteric podcast extraordinaire. Now, in episode number 224, we're joined by the man behind ARCANVM podcast and YouTube channel, Ike Baker!Ike Baker is an author, content creator, practicing ceremonialist, and senior initiate of several lineages within the Western Esoteric Traditions, including the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, the Martinist Order of America, and Blue Lodge, and York Rite Freemasonry. With 20 years of study, training, and practice, Ike is also a traveling lecturer, instructor for multiple premiere educational organizations including the Institute for Hermetic Studies, and a Temple Chief of the HOGD. He hosts the ARCANVM YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@arcanvm), and podcast, where he produces presentation-style videos on the occult and esoteric, and converses with some of the foremost practitioners, scholars, and authors in the fields of magic, esotericism, and the occult.This was a really fun interview because Ike and I got to delve deeply into what the spiritual path entails and requires of us, and we got quite philosophical and contemplative as we did so. It was great to speak to a fellow podcaster who's so prolific and has a great depth of experience along with a longing to aid his companions on the path by providing us with such excellent lectures, interviews, and a presence that entices us to learn more and become better than we are. I fully support ARCANVM and Ike Baker's work. Hearing him talk about it was a privilege.Occult of Personality podcast is made possible by you, the listeners, and by the subscribers to chamberofreflection.com, our membership website who aids us in the cause of informed, authentic, and accessible interviews about western esotericism. Thank you again! Because of your support, we're able to bring you recordings of this caliber and many more to come. The intro music is “Awakening” by Paul Avgerinos (http://magnatune.com/artists/albums/avgerinos-gnosis?song=3) and the outro music is “Initiation ” by Adam Fielding (http://magnatune.com/artists/albums/fielding-lightfields?song=1).In the Chamber of Reflection, Ike Baker delved even more deeply into his thoughts about esotericism in the modern age. This part of the interview was dope! So, please join us for that exclusive second half of the interview. Also remember that we're in the midst of our Meditations on the Tarot Study Circle that is open to all Chamber of Reflection paid members. In October, we're meeting to discuss the Tower, and you should join us! I want to remind you that although you're able to listen to this podcast at no charge, it costs time and money to create. We ask you to support our efforts and the creation of future podcasts by joining the membership section at https://chamberofreflection.com or subscribing via Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/occultofpersonality. As always, if you're already supporting the show or have done so in the past—my heartfelt thanks and I salute you! Greg Kaminsky Linktree – https://www.linktr.ee/brothergregOccult of Personality website – http://occultofpersonality.netChamber of Reflection (Occult of Personality membership section) – https://chamberofreflection.comPatreon – https://www.patreon.com/occultofpersonalityEmail – occultofpersonality@gmail.comYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@OccultofPersonalityTelegram - https://t.me/occultofpersonalityX - https://www.twitter.com/occultofprsnltyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/occultofprsnlty/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/OccultofPersonalitySupport My Work / Venmo – https://venmo.com/u/Gregory-Kaminsky-5Support My Work / PayPal – https://paypal.me/occultofpersonality

In S2E7 I sit down with author, and director of studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies, Mark Stavish to talk about the Institute's upcoming course on the Three Books of Occult Philosophy of Cornelius Agrippa, western initiatic traditions, the "here, and hereafter," and the ultimate awakening of humanity. See the link below to check out/register for the upcoming course on Agrippa's Three Books (Begins Monday, August 21st): The Three Books of Occult Philosophy: The Foundation of Western Esotericism Explored: https://institute-for-hermetic-studies.teachable.com/p/the-three-books-of-occult-philosophy-the-foundation-of-western-esotericism-explored Mark's webpage: http://hermeticinstitute.org Ike's webpage: http://ikebaker.com Support Arcanvm for $5/mo.: http://patreon.com/arcanvm Follow Ike & the Arcanvm Channel: @a.r.c.a.n.v.m (IG) http://facebook.com/Arcanvvm Contact Ike: arcanvvm@gmail.com #esotericism #occult #spirituality --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/arcanvm/support

Mark Stavish is a respected authority on Western spiritual traditions. The author of 26 books, published in 7 languages, including The Path of Alchemy and Kabbalah for Health and Wellness, he is the founder and director of the Institute for Hermetic Studies and the Louis Claude de St. Martin Fund. He has appeared on radio shows, television, and in major print media, including Coast to Coast AM, the History Channel, BBC, and the New York Times. The author of the blog VOXHERMES, he lives in Wyoming, Pennsylvania. You can learn more about Mark here https://www.innertraditions.com/author/mark-stavish    Gift a one-time (or recurring) donation to 13 Questions Podcast: https://13questionspodcast.com/support/ 13 Questions on LiberaPay Ceremonial Grade Cacao from Jonas Ketterle Shungite from Derek Condit Red Light Therapy from Mark Sloan https://micahhanks.com/podcast/ Contact the Podcast: 13questionspodcast@gmail.com  Gab Instagram Twitter Discord Telegram LinkedIn Gratitude Jingle by Sir Felix https://sirfelix.bandcamp.com/music Closing Music by Supaman - Why https://supamanhiphop.com/ Website/logo design by blakeArt®: https://gaudetedevelopment.com/

Mark Stavish is back on the Thoth Hermes Podcast! And when you have someone like him to talk to, you choose subjects that need clarification, a structured mind and above all, a great knowledge of the field we all like: occultism, hermetism and the Western Traditions. Dualism and especially Non-Dualism have been terms that have found a lot of attention especially during the last 15 years or so. But how does Non-Dualism work in a hermetic and magical context, where duality seems to be the foundation of the material life. What is the difference between duality and dualism. What is the difference between a Gnostic dualism and the Hermetic approach? And why is Traditionalism or Perennialism, as it is often called (is it the same, actually?) also being sometimes under attack. In his very frank and outspoken way Mark will try to give answers to those questions, not without posing others. A highly interesting and educational talk! Mark's very interesting blog "voxhermes" The Institute for Hermetic Studies, led by Mark Stavish Its YouTube Channel Music played in this episode I have been very eclectic again this week when chosing the music... 1) AKA DUA - James Stone A beautiful interpretation of an Ancient Egyptian Hymn or Chant that many of you will know, be it as a Thelemite, a Hermeticist, Egyptologist or whatever. Here is its text and a translation (Track starts at 7:00) 2) ECCE BEATAM LUCEM FOR 40 VOICES One of the most astonishing pieces of classical choral music, and only one of two written for 40 (!) voices, which makes it sound full and harmonious in a very special way! From 16th-century Italian Renaissance, by Alessandro Striggio (Track starts at 56:22) 3) DIR DANKEN WIR DIE FREUDE From the Masonic Cantata "Dir, Herrscher des Weltalls" (To you, Ruler of the Universe) by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (Track starts at 1:45:17) Intro and Outro Musicespecially written and recorded for the Thoth-Hermes Podcast by Chris Roberts

Join us for a LIVE show with Mark Stavish of the Institute for Hermetic Studies - Author of several books including 'Egregores' - we're going to be discussing that concept and other similar ideas including tulpas, tulkus and pendulums.Find Mark's work here: https://hermetic.com/stavish/indexand the institute for Hermetic Studies: http://hermeticinstitute.org/Find Bill on the 13 Questions podcast here: https://13questionspodcast.com/Bill has just finished the Egregores book, we've both read it and can't wait to talk with Mark about this very important esoteric topic.  It overlaps with many.  Mark's work is vast and exhaustive, be sure to check him out on other interviews and on the web =DFind us: https://bluecollarmystics.orgSupport the show

ONLY SHORT INTROS FOR THIS AND THE COMING TWO EPISODES Welcome back to Mark Stavish, the Director of the Institute for Hermetic Studies, where Rudolf and he discuss the not always easay way how to enter the world of the Western Tradition. This starts by how you want to name what you are looking for. Esotericism? Spirituality? Occultism? Or something else? But this is only the start, of course. Has it become easier in the Internet age to find your path, the right approach to it, or more difficult? What are the chances, what are the traps? These and many other questions lead to the clear conclusion: you will need discipline, whatever your approach or your path is going to be. If this now sounds to you like an episode for the beginner, then you might be wrong. It is certainly is thought to help the searcher, but with Mark's huge knowledge and personal experience also the seasoned esotericist will find points to think about, to discuss, to develop. Books by Mark Stavish Link to The Institute for Hermetic Studies The Philosophers of Nature Website Books by Roberto Assagioli (mentioned by Mark Stavish in the interview) Books by Piero Ferruci (mentioned by Mark Stavish in the interview) Music played in this episode 1) BLURRED - Kiasmos “In the vast ocean of nirvana every microsecond a universe pops up as so one fades away, it's omnifying how this creation & destruction plays in such a harmony.” (Track starts at 6:22) 2) TIME AND SPACE - The Cinematic Orchestra "One swing set, well worn but structurally sound, seeks new home. Make memories with your kid or kids so that someday he or she or they will look into the backyard and feel the ache of sentimentality as desperately as I did this afternoon. It's all fragile and fleeting, dear reader, but with this swing set, your child(ren) will be introduced to the ups and downs of human life gently and safely, and may also learn the most important lesson of all: No matter how hard you kick, no matter how high you get, you can't go all the way around.” (Track starts at 53:05) 3) TRANSMISSION 94 - Bonobo "There were no witnesses to what was about to happen. 'Happen' didn't yet exist. Reality was timeless. Space also didn't exist. The distance between two points was immeasurable. The points themselves could be anywhere, hovering and bouncing. Infinity tangled into itself. There was no here and now. Only Being.”  (Track starts at 1:42:12) Intro and Outro Musicespecially written and recorded for the Thoth-Hermes Podcast by Chris Roberts

This week we delve into the mother (or brother) of all secret societies, the Freemasons. Although the majority of the society does not accept, or – as we find out – does not even know their esoteric roots, Author Mark Stavish is back to guide us down this fraternal maze, drawing from his great book ‘The Path of Freemasonary'. This week we discuss The esoteric roots of Freemasonry, why conspiracy theorists have such a boner for the society, some of the groups more influential esotericists, and much more. Joining me in SittingNow Inner-order is Mark Satyr Main theme by Simon Smerdon (Mothboy) Music bed by chriszabriskie.com Check out Mark's book ‘The Path of Freemasonry' published by Inner Traditions. Mark Stavish Biography: Mark Stavish, the Director of Studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies, is a life-long student of esotericism with over 25 years experience in comparative religion, philosophy, psychology, and mysticism with emphasis on Traditional Western Esotericism.  His articles have appeared in academic, specialty, and mass market publications specializing in spiritual studies, making Mark one of the leading authorities in Hermeticism today. In addition to being a member and officer of several prominent Rosicrucian and Martinist societies, Mark served as the Director of Research for the Occult Research and Applications Project, of the Philosophers of Nature (PON). The Philosophers of Nature was founded by Jean Dubuis in France in 1979 and for twenty years was the leading resource for practical information on mineral and plant alchemy, as well as qabala.  ORA, a statistically based research wing of the American branch of PON performed detailed exploration into the validity and practicality of various traditional esoteric methods.  Original research from the ORA Project was published in the organization's journal, The Stone. A graduate of King's College, in Theology (B.A.), and Communications (B.A.), and  Rhode Island College (Providence), with a Master's degree in Counseling emphasizing psycho-spiritual modalities and Psychosynthesis, Mark brings a unique blend of tradition with modern research to the application of esoteric philosophy. Professionally, Mark has over 15 years experience in the social service and non-profit fields, and has trained hundreds of social service workers, law enforcement personnel, and mental healthcare providers in areas related to New and Emerging Religions. Mark's writings have been translated into Turkish, Dutch, French, Swedish, and Portuguese; he has been a media consultant on for BBC Channel 2, and Cinnabar Productions' documentary, ‘The Occult Reich' for A&E/History Channel, along with numerous media interviews and editorials.    

We're back with a really interesting deep-dive into the fascinating topic of Egregores. Joining us is the wonderful Mark Stavish who's book really grabbed us, and is really the most in-depth study we have ever found on the topic. This week we discuss: Egregores: what are they and how do you identify them, what is the connection between Egregores and Tulpas, the historic appearances of Egregores and much more. Don't forget, we're running a competition still where you can win our previous guest Tobias Churton's amazing new book 'Aleister Crowley in England'. Follow the rules in the post here, and good luck! Joining me in the hot-seat this week is our own great beast Marck Satyr. Check out the free course mentioned by Mark at https://institute-for-hermetic-studies.teachable.com/courses Main theme by Simon Smerdon (Mothboy) Music bed by chriszabriskie.com Mark Stavish Biography: Mark Stavish, the Director of Studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies, is a life-long student of esotericism with over 25 years experience in comparative religion, philosophy, psychology, and mysticism with emphasis on Traditional Western Esotericism.  His articles have appeared in academic, specialty, and mass market publications specializing in spiritual studies, making Mark one of the leading authorities in Hermeticism today. In addition to being a member and officer of several prominent Rosicrucian and Martinist societies, Mark served as the Director of Research for the Occult Research and Applications Project, of the Philosophers of Nature (PON). The Philosophers of Nature was founded by Jean Dubuis in France in 1979 and for twenty years was the leading resource for practical information on mineral and plant alchemy, as well as qabala.  ORA, a statistically based research wing of the American branch of PON performed detailed exploration into the validity and practicality of various traditional esoteric methods.  Original research from the ORA Project was published in the organization's journal, The Stone. A graduate of King's College, in Theology (B.A.), and Communications (B.A.), and  Rhode Island College (Providence), with a Master's degree in Counseling emphasizing psycho-spiritual modalities and Psychosynthesis, Mark brings a unique blend of tradition with modern research to the application of esoteric philosophy. Professionally, Mark has over 15 years experience in the social service and non-profit fields, and has trained hundreds of social service workers, law enforcement personnel, and mental healthcare providers in areas related to New and Emerging Religions. Mark's writings have been translated into Turkish, Dutch, French, Swedish, and Portuguese; he has been a media consultant on for BBC Channel 2, and Cinnabar Productions' documentary, ‘The Occult Reich' for A&E/History Channel, along with numerous media interviews and editorials.

In this practical guide, Mark Stavish details the spiritual lessons and rituals of Freemasonry as a step-by-step path of spiritual development and self-improvement for both Masons and non-Masons, men and women, alike. He explores the history and meaning of Freemasonry and its symbols--from its origins in the Temple of Solomon to the Medieval craft guilds to the Renaissance--and explains how the Craft promotes personal growth through the symbolic building of self and an inner Temple of Wisdom in much the same way that Masonry's rituals symbolize the building of Solomon's Temple in accordance with the mystical architectural instructions of Hiram. Drawing on esoteric doctrines, including the Qabala, alchemy, sacred geometry, John Dee's angelic magic, and the secrets of the Gothic cathedral builders, each chapter addresses an area of the Masonic experience, paralleling them with experiences each of us finds in our own lives. The author provides simple practices to help internalize and personalize the lessons presented, including dreamwork, journaling, meditation, prayer, and understanding sacred architecture. The author also examines the crafting and use of the spiritual and symbolic tools of Freemasonry, such as the trestle or tracing board and the Chamber of Reflection. Providing the tools to make the Craft an initiatic experience of self-improvement, the author shows that, ultimately, the Masonic experience is the human quest for self-realization and self-expression, so that we each may find our place in the Temple of Wisdom. Mark Stavish is a respected authority on Western spiritual traditions. He is the founder and director of the Institute for Hermetic Studies and the Louis Claude de St. Martin Fund. He has appeared on radio shows, television, and in major print media, including Coast to Coast AM, the History Channel, BBC, and the New York Times. The author of the blog VOXHERMES,

In this practical guide, Mark Stavish details the spiritual lessons and rituals of Freemasonry as a step-by-step path of spiritual development and self-improvement for both Masons and non-Masons, men and women, alike. He explores the history and meaning of Freemasonry and its symbols--from its origins in the Temple of Solomon to the Medieval craft guilds to the Renaissance--and explains how the Craft promotes personal growth through the symbolic building of self and an inner Temple of Wisdom in much the same way that Masonry's rituals symbolize the building of Solomon's Temple in accordance with the mystical architectural instructions of Hiram.Drawing on esoteric doctrines, including the Qabala, alchemy, sacred geometry, John Dee's angelic magic, and the secrets of the Gothic cathedral builders, each chapter addresses an area of the Masonic experience, paralleling them with experiences each of us finds in our own lives. The author provides simple practices to help internalize and personalize the lessons presented, including dreamwork, journaling, meditation, prayer, and understanding sacred architecture. The author also examines the crafting and use of the spiritual and symbolic tools of Freemasonry, such as the trestle or tracing board and the Chamber of Reflection.Providing the tools to make the Craft an initiatic experience of self-improvement, the author shows that, ultimately, the Masonic experience is the human quest for self-realization and self-expression, so that we each may find our place in the Temple of Wisdom.Mark Stavish is a respected authority on Western spiritual traditions. He is the founder and director of the Institute for Hermetic Studies and the Louis Claude de St. Martin Fund. He has appeared on radio shows, television, and in major print media, including Coast to Coast AM, the History Channel, BBC, and the New York Times. The author of the blog VOXHERMES,

In this practical guide, Mark Stavish details the spiritual lessons and rituals of Freemasonry as a step-by-step path of spiritual development and self-improvement for both Masons and non-Masons, men and women, alike. He explores the history and meaning of Freemasonry and its symbols--from its origins in the Temple of Solomon to the Medieval craft guilds to the Renaissance--and explains how the Craft promotes personal growth through the symbolic building of self and an inner Temple of Wisdom in much the same way that Masonry's rituals symbolize the building of Solomon's Temple in accordance with the mystical architectural instructions of Hiram. Drawing on esoteric doctrines, including the Qabala, alchemy, sacred geometry, John Dee's angelic magic, and the secrets of the Gothic cathedral builders, each chapter addresses an area of the Masonic experience, paralleling them with experiences each of us finds in our own lives. The author provides simple practices to help internalize and personalize the lessons presented, including dreamwork, journaling, meditation, prayer, and understanding sacred architecture. The author also examines the crafting and use of the spiritual and symbolic tools of Freemasonry, such as the trestle or tracing board and the Chamber of Reflection. Providing the tools to make the Craft an initiatic experience of self-improvement, the author shows that, ultimately, the Masonic experience is the human quest for self-realization and self-expression, so that we each may find our place in the Temple of Wisdom. Mark Stavish is a respected authority on Western spiritual traditions. He is the founder and director of the Institute for Hermetic Studies and the Louis Claude de St. Martin Fund. He has appeared on radio shows, television, and in major print media, including Coast to Coast AM, the History Channel, BBC, and the New York Times. The author of the blog VOXHERMES,

Mark Stavish is a respected authority on Western spiritual traditions with over 35 years experience in comparative religion, philosophy, psychology, and mysticism with emphasis on Western Spiritual Traditions.  Mark is the author of 26 books, published in 9 languages including The Path of Alchemy and Egregores.  He is the founder and director of the Institute of Hermetic Studies and the Louis Claude de St. Martin Fund.  He has appeared on television and in major print media including the History Channel, the BBC, and the New York Times.  Mark brings a unique blend of tradition with modern research to the application of esoteric philosophy.  He is also a counselor emphasizing psycho-spiritual modalities and Psychosynthesis. For more information about Mark, please see his blog, VOXHERMES:  https://voxhermes.wordpress.com/ or the main website for the Institute of Hermetic Studies: http://www.hermeticinstitute.org/ To order his new book, The Path of Freemasonry, please see:  https://www.innertraditions.com/author/mark-stavish This podcast is available on your favorite podcast platform, or here:  https://endoftheroad.libsyn.com/episode-202-mark-stavish-hermetic-studiesfreemasonrythinkingsymbolswordsgeometry Have an outstanding week!  

The world is filled with signs and symbols. Some, used as obvious means of communication, and others are used as subversive ques only recognized by the initiated. Join Eira Wulfnothsson for this in-depth look at just how these symbols are connected to an ever-shifting new order for our world.Eira has studied The Mysteries for over two decades. She was a practicing Alchemist, a past student of Hermetic Philosophy, a past student of the Golden Dawn system of magic (High/Ceremonial Magic), a past member of The Hermetic Order of The Golden Dawn (Rosicrucian), a past student of The Institute of Hermetic Studies and has studied within two separate Mystery Schools. She also once completed a four-year Shamanic study program. Today she privately embraces Christianity within the traditional Catholic Faith. She occasionally speaks of her journey based on the unique conclusion of it; a conclusion that should never have happened as it did. Her current literary project presents her story, titled “The Devil's Mistake.” The book also swims within angelology/demonology sourced from Biblical Scripture, Old Testament, and 2cnd temple period texts. www.heartunafraid.comwww.strangebrauradio.comwww.hanger1publishing.www.metallicmonsters.comwww.https://www.etsy.com/shop/FeralByEryn?ref=search_shop_redirectwww.https://www.etsy.com/woodwatcher/listing/1092145411/cloned-grays-desk-buddies?utm_source=Copy&utm_medium=ListingManager&utm_campaign=Share&utm_term=so.lmsm&share_time=1633749977601

Published On: Mar 19, 2020What does The Institute for Hermetic Studies, The Office, Frank Carlucci, Hilary Clinton's father, Joe Biden, B.F. Skinner, the Bufalino family, Guy Ritchie, The Harry Houdini Museum, Man in the High Castle, News Radio and other oddities have in common? Whatever the hell is going on in Scranton, PA.. Here we have some updates into the increasingly mysterious and synchronistic location in and around Scranton PA including hints at portals, time travel, inter dimensional travel, and the mystical organizations seemingly behind it all.Sorry about the coughing.. learning how to use a real microphone ;)IG @susquehannaalchemyVisit My Website Susquehanna AlchemySupport on Subscribe StarBuy Susquehanna Alchemy Gear

We speak with esotericist, author and director of studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies, Mark Stavish, about alchemy and spagyrics, always keeping the end goal in mind, the purpose and the future of esotericism, the importance of group work, and how to build an effective group. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/plantcunning/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/plantcunning/support

My guest in this episode does not need a lot of introduction. Mark Stavish is the Director of Studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies and has more than 25 years of experience in comparative religion, philosophy, psychology, mysticism and of course Traditional Western Esotericism. His books are internationally well-known and equally appreciated among students and teachers of the occult. Mark Stavish started the Institute for Hermetic Studies out of the idea of a local study group back in 1997. From there it grew steadily and soon offered not only seminars and workshops to which people were willing to drive long hours but also published study guides in readable forms that originated in recordings of some of the seminars and workshops. The Institute provides a complete overview of the essential ideas and practices of Western Esotericism. As promised in the episode, by clicking either on the above image or here, you will access the registration for that free 6-hour course on basics of the Western Esotericism. Our main focus during this interview will be asking a lot of probably uncomfortable questions in the realm of Western Esotericism and trying to find some answers. One of these questions will touch the rather sensitive topic of why we start learning and practicing esotericism in the first place, the definition of esotericism in general and what being an adept truly means. We will look at the role of groups in magic in their positive and less positive aspects as well as at the necessity of hierarchies in the learning/teaching process mirroring some qualities in nature. The question if contemporary esotericism is sustainable or not is to be answered rather quickly but the solution to this problem is subject to an extensive part of our conversation but I don't want to give away too much here as it is an issue that needs to be discussed a lot more in depth these days and I consider Mark's input as a very valuable one in fact. Just a hint, it has to do something with Yesod and the world of imagination. Mark will share with us his upcoming projects concerning the Institute for Hermetic Studies, one of his recently re-released books and the latest translations of his well-known work ‘Egregores – The Occult Entities that Watch over Human Destiny' and also give some excellent recommendations for research such as Jeffrey Mishlove's ‘The PK Man' and George P. Hansen's ‘The Trickster and the Paranormal'. Mark's most recent book, "Egregores", published by Inner Traditions to the left, and the brand-new German translation . Those are the two books that Mark mentioned and recommended in the interview. Music played in this episode When a rather heavy thunderstorm came up during the recording of this show (I was fortunately able to edit those noises out), Mark was joking about the planet influences. Well, we recorded this on a Tuesday, and I released this episode on a Sunday. So the choice of music was heavily influenced by the corresponding planets of Tuesday and Sunday... 1) GUSTAV HOLST  - MARS from "The Planets" (Track starts at 6:47)   2) ERIK SATIE - AIR DE L'ORDRE from "Sonneries pour la Rose-Croix" Satie wrote a series of piano pieces for the "Ordre de la Rose-Croix", founded and run by Josephin Peladan in the early 1890s. Very austere pieces... (Track starts at 55:55)   3) SUN CIRCLE to celebrate the release day Sunday, a sunny piece inspired by North American native sounds   (Track starts at 1:31:06)

It was a great honor and pleasure to have Mr. Mark Stavish talk on Healthier Vibrations about Egregores, Purification and Self Realization. In this discussion, Mr. Mark Stavish offers a practical introduction to recognizing and managing egregores. He discusses what is an egregore and why is it so important to recognize these powerful entities that shape our lives. Mr. Stavish also introduces listeners to concepts related to ritual purification, how to overcome ones shortcomings to reach and awaken into one’s fullest potential and powers. Watch video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/H1LUiE2MWU4 You can learn more through Mr. Mark Stavish by visiting the Hermetic Institute as well as accessing his classes and presentations on Teachable and other links below. http://www.hermeticinstitute.org/html/author.html https://hermetic.com/stavish/index https://sso.teachable.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIDKj7SCI0FzcyCifWsdqMA Mr. Mark Stavis is the director of the Institute for Hermetic Studies and life-long student of esotericism. He has over 35 years experience in comparative religion, philosophy, psychology, and mysticism with emphasis on Traditional Western Esotericism. Mr. Stavish has published over 30 books and is one of the leading authorities in Hermeticism today. He has served as the Director of Research for the Occult Research and Applications Project, of the Philosophers of Nature founded by Jean Dubuis in France.For 20 years Mr. Stavish has been a leading resource for practical information on mineral and plant alchemy, as well as qabala. He is a graduate of King's College, in Theology (B.A.), and Communications (B.A.), and obtained his Master's degree in Counseling emphasizing psycho-spiritual modalities and Psychosynthesis from Rhode Island College. Mr. Mark Stavish has been a guest on Coast to Coast AM, Just Energy Radio and the Animal Planet/History Channel, just to mention a few and he has been a consultant for documentaries and literature regarding with spirituality.

Hello! On this episode, we have a conversation with author Mark Stavish. Bro. Mark is the author of thirty (and counting) books on esoteric subjects, including Freemasonry: Rituals, Symbols & History of the Secret Society. Mark also serves as Director of Studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies. After a fantastic conversation, we hear from Symbologist Michelle Snyder, the Masonic Lite News, and wrap in the standard form, with the support of Gizzard Trimmins and the Factory Farm Band. [00:00:00] Introductions [00:15:15] First break, brought to you by George J. Grove and Son [00:16:25] Tim brings us back and thanks our Patrons [00:38:15] Second break, brought to you by Hiram & Solomon Cigars [00:40:00] Jack brings us back with Mark Stavish [00:52:55] Third break, brought to you by The Historic Smithton Inn [00:54:15] Unlocking Symbols with Symbologist Michelle Snyder [00:58:10] Masonic Lite News & the wrap up [01:04:45] Chickens [01:06:30] Outro MASONIC LITE PATREON www.patreon.com/MasonicLitePodcast Sign up to support the show with an automatic, monthly donation of $1, $5, or $13! SPONSORS: George J. Grove and Son: www.georgejgrove.com Historic Smithton Inn: www.historicsmithtoninn.com D&S CIGARS www.dnscigar.com The Red Serpent: By Larry Merris: www.amazon.com/Red-Serpent-Larry…ris/dp/1466478608 Masonic Scarves: By Pete Ruggieri www.masonicscarves.com/ Intermezzo by Stephanie, Locally Handcrafted Chocolate www.facebook.com/IntermezzobyStephanie/ MEDIA ATTRIBUTION: Unlocking Symbols segment music: “Freezing but warm” by Meydän Bye Everybody!

I talk to Mark Stavish, Director of the Institute of Hermetic Studies, about the state of magic in 2020. We get into some intriguing discussions about discernment, initiation and actuality versus utopian ideals.. in other words, some pretty challenging topics in what turned out to be a fascinating discussion.Best listened to in headphones......Visit the Institute of Hermetic Studies at http://hermeticinstitute.org/ where you will find details of its courses and study materials as well as links to Mark's books and other resources.Support this podcast at https://www.patreon.com/gmichaelvaseyFollow us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GMichaelVaseypodcastVisit me at https://www.garymvasey.com and my blog at www.garymvasey.net.Submit your paranormal experience at https://www.myhauntedlifetoo.comIntro music - It's not right by G. Michael VaseyOutro music - It's my Life by G. Michael VaseyAll music and sound effects - G. Michael VaseyMusic available at iTunes, Spotify and other music stores.© G. Michael Vasey

We welcome Mark Stavish, prolific author and director of the Hermetic institute. Mark was kind enough to join us to discuss the life and work of his friend Joseph Lisiewski, the well known enigmatic Pennsylvanian magician. A character who has fascinated me throughout my life. We talk about his life through the prism of Alchemy and the dreaded work of the notorious Grimoires, for which he is perhaps most well known. A link to Mark's book can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Magical-World-Dr-Joseph-Lisiewski/dp/1548256218/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+magical+world+of+Joseph+lisiewski&sr=8-1 The Institute for Hermetic Studies is a non-profit organisation offering a range of courses and ongoing support for individuals and groups studying hermeticism, looking to further their knowledge in these matters. The website can be found here: http://www.hermeticinstitute.org I can recommend their courses for anyone, and Mark's books are second to none. Music & Mixing Credit: Chris Kelly - for all music enquiries, including original music and editing services please contact shipoffoolscast@protonmail.com Support SOF Cast by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/ship-of-fools-podcast Find out more at https://ship-of-fools-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

MARK STAVISH is a respected authority on Western spiritual traditions. The author of 26 books, published in 7 languages, including The Path of Alchemy and Kabbalah for Health and Wellness, he is the founder and director of the Institute for Hermetic Studies and the Louis Claude de St. Martin Fund. He has appeared on radio […] The post Mark Stavish – Egregores: The Occult Entities That Watch Over Human Destiny appeared first on Radiant Creators.

Bro. Mark Stavish is a respected authority on Western spiritual traditions. The author of 26 books, published in 7 languages, including The Path of Alchemy and Kabbalah for Health and Wellness, he is the founder and director of the Institute for Hermetic Studies and the Louis Claude de St. Martin Fund. He has appeared on radio shows, television, and in major print media, including Coast to Coast AM, the History Channel, BBC, and the New York Times.The Institute for Hermetic Studies offers practical learning for anyone interested in Western and Eastern mystery systems and, ultimately, the discovery of their own true nature. Learn more at the Institute for Hermetic Studies on line at http://www.hermeticinstitute.org/.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/rockymountainmason)

Hector and Luxa discuss Magical Thinking (and Magickal Thinking), some of the many ways it is done and some pitfalls to avoid. Thank you for listening to Fool's Guide to the Occult! If you'd like to hear more content, head over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/FG2TO It's labeled as "Adult Content" ;) so it's not searchable on the Patreon site, you'll have to type in patreon/FG2TO if you want to find it! We're doing a book club, talking about magick and pop culture and some other fun stuff! We're constantly working to add to the offerings there, and you can get access to all of it for $1/month minimum (we'll obviously take whatever you'd like to give though)! And to those of you who are already supporting us, THANK YOU!!! We appreciate it! WORKS CITED: Magical Thinking. Encyclopedia Britannica.com Magical thinking | psychology | Britannica The Satanic Bible by Anton Szandor LeVey Words to the Wise by Manly P Hall Magical Thinking. Psychology Today.com. 2018. Magical Thinking Condensed Chaos by Phile Hine The Complete Book of Numerology by David A. Phillips Magical Thinking. Psychology Today International.com.Magical Thinking The Pathology of the Sublime. Institute for Hermetic Studies. YouTube.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIDKj7SCI0FzcyCifWsdqMA/videos The Chicken Qabalah by Lon Milo Duquette Pathworking by Ted Andrews

One of most important but little known concepts of Western occultism is that of the egregore, an autonomous psychic entity created by a collective group mind. An egregore is sustained by belief, ritual, and sacrifice and relies upon the devotion of a group of people, from a small coven to an entire nation, for its existence. An egregore that receives enough sustenance can take on a life of its own, becoming an independent deity with powers its believers can use to further their own spiritual advancement and material desires. Presenting the first book devoted to the study of egregores, Mark Stavish examines the history of egregores from ancient times to present day, with detailed and documented examples, and explores how they are created, sustained, directed, and destroyed. He explains how egregores were well known in the classical period of ancient Greece and Rome, when they were consciously called into being to watch over city states. He explores the egregore concept as it was understood in various Western Mystery traditions, including the Corpus Hermeticum, and offers further examples from Tibetan Buddhism, Islam, modern esoteric orders such as the Order of the Golden Dawn and Rosicrucianism, the writings of H. P. Lovecraft and Kenneth Grant, and the followers of Julius Evola and Aleister Crowley. The author discusses how, even as the fundamental principles of the egregore were forgotten, egregores continue to be formed, sometimes by accident. Mark Stavish is a respected authority on Western spiritual traditions. The author of 26 books, published in 7 languages. He is the founder and director of the Institute for Hermetic Studies and the Louis Claude de St. Martin Fund. He has appeared on radio shows, television, and in major print media, including Coast to Coast AM, the History Channel, BBC, and the New York Times.  As well as the  author of the blog VOXHERMES, 

One of most important but little known concepts of Western occultism is that of the egregore, an autonomous psychic entity created by a collective group mind. An egregore is sustained by belief, ritual, and sacrifice and relies upon the devotion of a group of people, from a small coven to an entire nation, for its existence. An egregore that receives enough sustenance can take on a life of its own, becoming an independent deity with powers its believers can use to further their own spiritual advancement and material desires.Presenting the first book devoted to the study of egregores, Mark Stavish examines the history of egregores from ancient times to present day, with detailed and documented examples, and explores how they are created, sustained, directed, and destroyed. He explains how egregores were well known in the classical period of ancient Greece and Rome, when they were consciously called into being to watch over city states. He explores the egregore concept as it was understood in various Western Mystery traditions, including the Corpus Hermeticum, and offers further examples from Tibetan Buddhism, Islam, modern esoteric orders such as the Order of the Golden Dawn and Rosicrucianism, the writings of H. P. Lovecraft and Kenneth Grant, and the followers of Julius Evola and Aleister Crowley. The author discusses how, even as the fundamental principles of the egregore were forgotten, egregores continue to be formed, sometimes by accident.Mark Stavish is a respected authority on Western spiritual traditions. The author of 26 books, published in 7 languages. He is the founder and director of the Institute for Hermetic Studies and the Louis Claude de St. Martin Fund. He has appeared on radio shows, television, and in major print media, including Coast to Coast AM, the History Channel, BBC, and the New York Times. As well as the author of the blog VOXHERMES,

One of most important but little known concepts of Western occultism is that of the egregore, an autonomous psychic entity created by a collective group mind. An egregore is sustained by belief, ritual, and sacrifice and relies upon the devotion of a group of people, from a small coven to an entire nation, for its existence. An egregore that receives enough sustenance can take on a life of its own, becoming an independent deity with powers its believers can use to further their own spiritual advancement and material desires. Presenting the first book devoted to the study of egregores, Mark Stavish examines the history of egregores from ancient times to present day, with detailed and documented examples, and explores how they are created, sustained, directed, and destroyed. He explains how egregores were well known in the classical period of ancient Greece and Rome, when they were consciously called into being to watch over city states. He explores the egregore concept as it was understood in various Western Mystery traditions, including the Corpus Hermeticum, and offers further examples from Tibetan Buddhism, Islam, modern esoteric orders such as the Order of the Golden Dawn and Rosicrucianism, the writings of H. P. Lovecraft and Kenneth Grant, and the followers of Julius Evola and Aleister Crowley. The author discusses how, even as the fundamental principles of the egregore were forgotten, egregores continue to be formed, sometimes by accident. Mark Stavish is a respected authority on Western spiritual traditions. The author of 26 books, published in 7 languages. He is the founder and director of the Institute for Hermetic Studies and the Louis Claude de St. Martin Fund. He has appeared on radio shows, television, and in major print media, including Coast to Coast AM, the History Channel, BBC, and the New York Times.  As well as the  author of the blog VOXHERMES,   

Live Weeknights 9 PM-Midnighthttps://www.lightingthevoid.comMark Stavish is a respected authority in the study and practice of Western spiritual traditions. He is the author of thirty books, including The Path of Alchemy, Kabbalah for Health and Wellness, and Between the Gates - Lucid Dreaming, Astral Projection and the Body of Light in Western Esotericism and has been translated into over nine languages worldwide. He is the founder and Director of Studies at the Institute for Hermetic Studies (Wyoming, Pennsylvania) and the Louis Claude de St. Martin Fund.The Institute for Hermetic Studies. Founded in 1998 in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, the Institute for Hermetic Studies maintains a complete working curriculum for the instruction of its members in Hermetic Arts and Sciences, including Qabala, plant and mineral alchemy, Rosicrucianism, Martinism, and the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn.http://www.hermeticinstitute.org/Music By Chronox at https://www.chronoxofficial.comGuitar By Bundy

Mark Stavish is the Director of Studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies and a life-long student of esotericism with more than 35 years of experience in comparative religion, philosophy, psychology, and mysticism with emphasis on Western spiritual traditions He is also the author of the excellent blog VOXHERMES. In this episode, Mark shares about his tome entitled “Egregores: The Occult Entities That Watch Over Human Destiny.” Mark shares about what an Egregore is, how to create, maintain and destroy or “deflate” and egregore, how egregores relate to Solomonic and ceremonial magic, the concept of esoteric discrimination, how NOT to crucify ourselves as magicians to the pillar of severity and he talks about his relationship with Dr. Joseph Lisiewski and more.

Mark Stavish is the Director of Studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies and a life-long student of esotericism with more than 35 years of experience in comparative religion, philosophy, psychology, and mysticism with emphasis on Western spiritual traditions He is also the author of the excellent blog VOXHERMES. In this episode, Mark shares about his tome entitled “Egregores: The Occult Entities That Watch Over Human Destiny.” Mark shares about what an Egregore is, how to create, maintain and destroy or “deflate” and egregore, how egregores relate to Solomonic and ceremonial magic, the concept of esoteric discrimination, how NOT to crucify ourselves as magicians to the pillar of severity and he talks about his relationship with Dr. Joseph Lisiewski and more.

Mark Stavish is a respected authority in the study and practice of Western spiritual traditions. He is the author of thirty books, including The Path of Alchemy, Kabbalah for Health and Wellness, and Between the Gates – Lucid Dreaming, Astral Projection and the Body of Light in Western Esotericism. His works have been translated into over nine languages worldwide. He is the founder and Director of Studies at the Institute for Hermetic Studies and the Louis Claude de St. Martin Fund. Today he joins THC to talk about his latest book, Egregores: The Occult Entities That Watch Over Human Destiny.

Alchemy – the supposed ancient art of turning everyday objects into gold – is widely believed to be obsolete. Interestingly, however, every bit of this notion is wrong. First of all, as it turns out, alchemy is still being practised today and, according to one of our guests, is doing better than ever. And second of all, it apparently was never actually an art of the physical transmutation of objects, but a very profound blend of philosophy, chemistry, physics and religion. Join us on SFTEW as we travel back to the Middle Ages and meet Michael Sendivogius, an alchemist who contributed to the discovery of something absolutely essential... Like our show? Sign up for our newsletter! Time stamps [01:10] A transmutation in Emperor Rudolph’s court[03:37] Why were alchemists sought after? [04:43] What actually happened at the Emperor’s court?[06:39] What was alchemy really all about?[08:42] Were alchemists nothing more than a bunch of fraudsters?[10:53] Alchemical code[12:51] ‘There’s a secret substance in the air’[13:47] How Sendivogius came to his startling discovery [17:29] Alchemy is not dead[21:07] Credits Further watching Zbigniew Andrew Szydlo’s latest Ted Talks Appearance / on YouTube.com Zbigniew Andrew Szydlo sets things on fire / on YouTube.com Further reading How to turn things into gold / on scientificamerican.com (the thing we promised in the podcast!) The Origins of Alchemy & The Pole who Played with Oxygen / on Culture.pl Who Was Michael Sendivogius? Biography Of An Alchemist / on Culture.pl Water Which Does Not Wet Hands / a book by Dr Szydlo on Sendivogius and Mediaeval alchemy, on Amazon.com Thanks Zbigniew Andrew Szydlo / for revealing all the secrets of transmutation and alchemy to Adam, our editor and host. Dr Szydlo is an acknowledged chemist, educator and a great performer with a mission of presenting experiments outside of the classroom. Mark Stavish / for talking with us about the state of alchemy today. Mark is the director for the Institute for Hermetic Studies in Pennsylvania and a life-long student of esotericism with over 25 years experience in comparative religion, philosophy, psychology, and mysticism with emphasis on Traditional Western Esotericism. Rafał T. Prinke / for explaining how close Sendivogius really was to the world of science. Dr Prinke is a historian specialising in astrology, esotericism and ancient games. John Beauchamp / for his Sendivogius impersonation. John is a seasoned radio journalist, currently working on Unseen Warsaw, a series of soundwalks located in Warsaw.Credits Written & produced by Elizabeth Lawrence & Wojciech OleksiakEdited by Adam ŻuławskiScoring & sound design by Wojciech OleksiakHosted by Nitzan Reisner & Adam ŻuławskiResearch by Monika Proba

Mark Stavish of NEPA, author and expert on western spiritual traditions and comparative religions, and Director of Studies for the Institute of Hermetic Studies, speaking about the Christmas tradition of the krampus: its history and revival in recent years and presence in Europe and the U.S., including in Pennsylvania.

Mark Stavish, author of Egregores: The Occult Entities That Watch Over Human Destiny, is our guest in podcast episode 194. Mark Stavish, the Director of Studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies and a life-long student of esotericism with over 35 years of experience in comparative religion, philosophy, psychology, and mysticism with emphasis on Western spiritual traditions. He has authored more than 26 books including The Path of Alchemy and Kabbalah for Health and Wellness. Stavish is also the author of the blog VOXHERMES at https://voxhermes.wordpress.com/. In this wide-ranging and extended interview, Mark Stavish and I discuss his recent book, Egregores, and a myriad of related subjects including eastern religion, the relationship between divinity, deity, and humanity, the modern political landscape and the interface with esoteric belief systems, and much more! “One of most important but little-known concepts of Western occultism is that of the egregore, an autonomous psychic entity created by a collective group mind. An egregore is sustained by belief, ritual, and sacrifice and relies upon the devotion of a group of people, from a small coven to an entire nation, for its existence. An egregore that receives enough sustenance can take on a life of its own, becoming an independent deity with powers its believers can use to further their own spiritual advancement and material desires. “Presenting the first book devoted to the study of egregores, Mark Stavish examines the history of egregores from ancient times to present day, with detailed and documented examples, and explores how they are created, sustained, directed, and destroyed. He explains how egregores were well known in the classical period of ancient Greece and Rome, when they were consciously called into being to watch over city states. He explores the egregore concept as it was understood in various Western Mystery traditions, including the Corpus Hermeticum, and offers further examples from Tibetan Buddhism, Islam, modern esoteric orders such as the Order of the Golden Dawn and Rosicrucianism, the writings of H. P. Lovecraft and Kenneth Grant, and the followers of Julius Evola and Aleister Crowley. The author discusses how, even as the fundamental principles of the egregore were forgotten, egregores continue to be formed, sometimes by accident. “Stavish provides instructions on how to identify egregores, free yourself from a parasitic and destructive collective entity, and destroy an egregore, should the need arise. Revealing how egregores form the foundation of nearly all human interactions, the author shows how egregores have moved into popular culture and media--underscoring the importance of intense selectivity in the information we accept and the ways we perceive the world and our place in it.” Mark Stavish's book Egregores is well-researched, very interesting, and thought-provoking. For all those interested in esotericism, I would consider it a must-read. I found it to be quite timely as well considering his approach juxtaposed with current events. While I did not agree with the premise completely in regards to whether deity is a subset of humanity, Stavish's book would certainly be a worthwhile addition to any occult library and as far as I know, it is the only serious treatment of the subject that I've read. I appreciated the opportunity to discuss it with Mr. Stavish at length during this interview. Just as an aside, it was not as easy as you might imagine to bring you this interview. We must have rescheduled more than half a dozen times for various reasons. Then on the day of the recording, my co-host Rudolf was unable to attend. Immediately after finishing the recording, my computer crashed. But we have persevered to provide you with an extended and quite excellent interview. Enjoy! The intro music is “Awakening” by Paul Avgerinos and the outro music is “I Watch Over You” by Federico Moscogiuri. In the Chamber of Reflection, we’ve begun our study circle around P.D. Ouspensky’s excellent book The Psychology of Man’s Possible Evolution! This wonderful little text contains transcriptions of a few of Ouspensky’s lectures based on the teachings of G.I. Gurdjieff and contains some marvelous insights into the human condition. Join us to read and discuss a lesser-known book that holds great potential to unlock our understanding of our own minds and how to begin the process of transformation. And I’d like to remind you that although you’re able to listen to this podcast at no charge, it costs time and money to create. We ask you to support our efforts and the creation of future podcasts by joining the membership section at https://chamberofreflection.com or subscribing via Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/occultofpersonality. And if you’re already supporting the show or have done so in the past – my heartfelt thanks and I salute you! Egregores: The Occult Entities That Watch Over Human Destiny by Mark Stavish - https://www.amazon.com/Egregores-Occult-Entities-Watch-Destiny/dp/1620555778 Institute for Hermetic Studies - http://www.hermeticinstitute.org/

Mark Stavish, author of Egregores: The Occult Entities That Watch Over Human Destiny, is our guest in podcast episode 194.Mark Stavish, the Director of Studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies and a life-long student of esotericism with over 35 years of experience in comparative religion, philosophy, psychology, and mysticism with emphasis on Western spiritual traditions. He has authored more than 26 books including The Path of Alchemy and Kabbalah for Health and Wellness. Stavish is also the author of the blog VOXHERMES at https://voxhermes.wordpress.com/.In this wide-ranging and extended interview, Mark Stavish and I discuss his recent book, Egregores, and a myriad of related subjects including eastern religion, the relationship between divinity, deity, and humanity, the modern political landscape and the interface with esoteric belief systems, and much more! “One of most important but little-known concepts of Western occultism is that of the egregore, an autonomous psychic entity created by a collective group mind. An egregore is sustained by belief, ritual, and sacrifice and relies upon the devotion of a group of people, from a small coven to an entire nation, for its existence. An egregore that receives enough sustenance can take on a life of its own, becoming an independent deity with powers its believers can use to further their own spiritual advancement and material desires. “Presenting the first book devoted to the study of egregores, Mark Stavish examines the history of egregores from ancient times to present day, with detailed and documented examples, and explores how they are created, sustained, directed, and destroyed. He explains how egregores were well known in the classical period of ancient Greece and Rome, when they were consciously called into being to watch over city states. He explores the egregore concept as it was understood in various Western Mystery traditions, including the Corpus Hermeticum, and offers further examples from Tibetan Buddhism, Islam, modern esoteric orders such as the Order of the Golden Dawn and Rosicrucianism, the writings of H. P. Lovecraft and Kenneth Grant, and the followers of Julius Evola and Aleister Crowley. The author discusses how, even as the fundamental principles of the egregore were forgotten, egregores continue to be formed, sometimes by accident. “Stavish provides instructions on how to identify egregores, free yourself from a parasitic and destructive collective entity, and destroy an egregore, should the need arise. Revealing how egregores form the foundation of nearly all human interactions, the author shows how egregores have moved into popular culture and media--underscoring the importance of intense selectivity in the information we accept and the ways we perceive the world and our place in it.”Mark Stavish's book Egregores is well-researched, very interesting, and thought-provoking. For all those interested in esotericism, I would consider it a must-read. I found it to be quite timely as well considering his approach juxtaposed with current events. While I did not agree with the premise completely in regards to whether deity is a subset of humanity, Stavish's book would certainly be a worthwhile addition to any occult library and as far as I know, it is the only serious treatment of the subject that I've read. I appreciated the opportunity to discuss it with Mr. Stavish at length during this interview.Just as an aside, it was not as easy as you might imagine to bring you this interview. We must have rescheduled more than half a dozen times for various reasons. Then on the day of the recording, my co-host Rudolf was unable to attend. Immediately after finishing the recording, my computer crashed. But we have persevered to provide you with an extended and quite excellent interview. Enjoy!The intro music is “Awakening” by Paul Avgerinos and the outro music is “I Watch Over You” by Federico Moscogiuri.In the Chamber of Reflection, we’ve begun our study circle around P.D. Ouspensky’s excellent book The Psychology of Man’s Possible Evolution! This wonderful little text contains transcriptions of a few of Ouspensky’s lectures based on the teachings of G.I. Gurdjieff and contains some marvelous insights into the human condition. Join us to read and discuss a lesser-known book that holds great potential to unlock our understanding of our own minds and how to begin the process of transformation.And I’d like to remind you that although you’re able to listen to this podcast at no charge, it costs time and money to create. We ask you to support our efforts and the creation of future podcasts by joining the membership section at https://chamberofreflection.com or subscribing via Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/occultofpersonality. And if you’re already supporting the show or have done so in the past – my heartfelt thanks and I salute you!Egregores: The Occult Entities That Watch Over Human Destiny by Mark Stavish - https://www.amazon.com/Egregores-Occult-Entities-Watch-Destiny/dp/1620555778Institute for Hermetic Studies - http://www.hermeticinstitute.org/

Episode 127: Perpetuus Meam Donate www.paypal.me/michaeldecon Gary Wayne is a Christian contrarian who has maintained a lifelong love affair with biblical prophecy, history, and mythology. His extensive study has encompassed the Holy Bible and Gnostic scriptures, The Qur'an, the Bhagavad Gita, Gilgamesh and other ancient epics, language etymology, and secret society publications. When God cast the angel Lucifer and his followers out of heaven, Lucifer set into motion a scheme to ensure the Nephilim survived. Why? Because from the bloodlines of these Nephilim the Antichrist will come. To keep his plan alive, Satan has enlisted the loyalty of secret societies such as the Freemasons, the Templars, and the Rosicrucians to conspire in teaching a theology and a history of the world that is contrary to the biblical one. Mark Stavish, the Director of Studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies, is a life-long student of esotericism with over 25 years experience in comparative religion, philosophy, psychology, and mysticism with emphasis on Traditional Western Esotericism. His articles have appeared in academic, specialty, and mass market publications specializing in spiritual studies, making Mark one of the leading authorities in Hermeticism today.

Episode 127: Perpetuus Meam Donate www.paypal.me/michaeldecon Gary Wayne is a Christian contrarian who has maintained a lifelong love affair with biblical prophecy, history, and mythology. His extensive study has encompassed the Holy Bible and Gnostic scriptures, The Qur’an, the Bhagavad Gita, Gilgamesh and other ancient epics, language etymology, and secret society publications. When God cast the angel Lucifer and his followers out of heaven, Lucifer set into motion a scheme to ensure the Nephilim survived. Why? Because from the bloodlines of these Nephilim the Antichrist will come. To keep his plan alive, Satan has enlisted the loyalty of secret societies such as the Freemasons, the Templars, and the Rosicrucians to conspire in teaching a theology and a history of the world that is contrary to the biblical one. Mark Stavish, the Director of Studies for the Institute for Hermetic Studies, is a life-long student of esotericism with over 25 years experience in comparative religion, philosophy, psychology, and mysticism with emphasis on Traditional Western Esotericism. His articles have appeared in academic, specialty, and mass market publications specializing in spiritual studies, making Mark one of the leading authorities in Hermeticism today. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

https://www.patreon.com/conspirinormal Recorded September 18th, 2018 We welcome new guest Mark Stavish of the Institute of Hermetic Studies to discuss his new book: "Egregores: The Occult Entities That Watch Over Human Destiny" This was a learning experience for us as we knew next to nothing about the topic. We talk about what an Egregore is, how they manifest, and they can influence our reality. We also look into the idea of Tulpas and how they are connected to the Egregore concept and how the power of positivity can influence magickal workings. You can contact Mark and purchase his books at: http://www.hermeticinstitute.org/ www.conspirinormal.com https://www.facebook.com/pages/Conspirinormal/445112635502740

BEYOND the DARKNESS is knee deep in Poltergeists & Possessions with guest Mark Stavish PLUS Theater of the Mind! Mark Stavish, M.A., is the founder and Director of Studies of the Institute for Hermetic Studies. Established in 1998, the Institute holds instructional programs on general spirituality, esotericism, hermeticism, alchemy, Kabbalah, astrology, and parapsychology. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BEYOND the DARKNESS is knee deep in Poltergeists & Possessions with guest Mark Stavish PLUS Theater of the Mind! Mark Stavish, M.A., is the founder and Director of Studies of the Institute for Hermetic Studies. Established in 1998, the Institute holds instructional programs on general spirituality, esotericism, hermeticism, alchemy, Kabbalah, astrology, and parapsychology. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.