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In this episode, I'm joined by the prolific Tobias Churton—author, scholar, and one of the most insightful voices on Western esotericism and early Christianity. We open with his recent book The Books of Enoch Revealed, and from there, the conversation unfolds across a wide and fascinating terrain.Tobias breaks down the Enochic texts and their influence on Jewish mysticism, apocalyptic religion, and the foundations of early Christianity. We explore how the figure of Enoch shaped beliefs around sin, salvation, and the afterlife, and how Jesus' ministry can be reinterpreted through this powerful lens.In the Plus show, Tobias and I dive deeper into the metaphysical heart of the Enochian tradition, focusing on the figure of Metatron—God's scribe, “Little Yahweh,” and the transformed identity of Enoch himself. We explore the radical implications of Metatron's throne in heaven, his relationship to the “Son of Man” archetype, and how this connects to early perceptions of Jesus as a divine intermediary or even a returned Enoch.Tobias also expands on the cross-cultural evolution of heaven as both a theological concept and a political one. We touch on his forthcoming book, which maps the idea of heaven across history, geography, and belief systems—from the ziggurats of Mesopotamia to mystical ascent in Kabbalah and Islamic cosmology.This episode is rich in historical insight, theological nuance, and unapologetic critique. Tobias brings the weight of scholarship, but also the fire of someone deeply passionate about preserving the sacred, the strange, and the profound. Show notes:https://www.tobiaschurton.comhttps://www.booksamillion.com/p/9781644119259https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-books-of-enoch-revealed-the-wicked-watchers-metatron-and-the-fruits-of-forbidden-knowledge-tobias-churton/21681258?ean=9781644119259Keep in touch?https://linktr.ee/darraghmasonMusic by Obliqka https://soundcloud.com/obliqka
In this episode, I talk with the incredible Tobias Churton—renowned scholar of the esoteric and spiritual mysteries—for a mind-opening conversation about his latest book, The Books of Enoch Revealed: The Wicked Watchers, Metatron, and the Fruits of Forbidden Knowledge...Together, we explore the full story of Enoch, the prophet and great-grandfather of Noah, who was said to be taken up into the heavens for direct instruction from the Divine. Tobias unpacks the complex legacy of the Watchers— fallen angels who descended to Earth and unleashed forbidden knowledge that reshaped humanity forever. We also trace the Book of Enoch's journey through time, from its influence in Second Temple Judaism to its esoteric echoes in the Kabbalah and Gnostic traditions.Tobias takes us beyond the surface, bringing clarity to misunderstood prophecies and shedding new light on the apocalyptic visions that have captured imaginations for millennia. We talk about how Enoch's story lived on in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, survived through the Dead Sea Scrolls, and birthed fascinating offshoots like 2 Enoch and 3 Enoch—texts filled with cosmic revelations and hidden wisdom... Get ready to step into the revelations and mysteries of Enoch... Drop In!www.tobiaschurton.comTobias Churton Bio:Tobias Churton is Britain's leading scholar of Western Esotericism, a world authority on Gnosticism, Hermeticism, and Rosicrucianism. He is a filmmaker and the founding editor of the magazine Freemasonry Today. An Honorary Fellow of Exeter University, where he is faculty lecturer in Rosicrucianism and Freemasonry, he holds a master's degree in Theology from Brasenose College, Oxford, and created the award-winning documentary series and accompanying book The Gnostics, as well as several other films on Christian doctrine, mysticism, and magical folklore. The author of many books, including Gnostic Philosophy, The Invisible History of the Rosicrucians, and Aleister Crowley: The Beast in Berlin, he lives in England. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Prepare for a definitive understanding of all things Enochian as Tobias Churton joins us to discuss his new book, The Books of Enoch Revealed: The Wicked Watchers, Metatron, and the Fruits of Forbidden Knowledge. He'll explore the ancient Books of Enoch, exploring their origins and historical journey. We examine the enigmatic stories of the Watchers, the concept of forbidden knowledge, and the figure of Metatron. You'll learn how these texts influenced Christianity, Gnosticism, Hermeticism, Islam, and modern occultism. Get ready to go where fallen angels fear to tread. More on Tobias: https://tobiaschurton.com/ Get the book: https://amzn.to/4iLFteb Stream All Astro Gnosis Conferences for the price of one: https://thegodabovegod.com/replay-sophia/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288
Tobias Churton is Britain's leading scholar of Western Esotericism. He is a filmmaker and the founding editor of the magazine Freemasonry Today. An Honorary Fellow of Exeter University, where he is a faculty lecturer in Rosicrucianism and Freemasonry, he holds a master's degree in Theology from Brasenose College, Oxford, and created the award-winning documentary series and accompanying book The Gnostics, as well as several other films on Christian doctrine, mysticism, and magical folklore. He is the prolific author of 28 books. This podcast focuses on his newest release: The Books of Enoch Revealed: The Wicked Watchers, Metatron, and the Fruits of Forbidden Knowledge (2025). For more information about Tobias, please see: https://tobiaschurton.com/1_home.html This podcast is available on your favorite podcast feed, or here: Have a blessed weekend!
What secrets have been hidden for centuries? What ancient wisdom was deemed too dangerous for the masses? The Book of Enoch has long been shrouded in mystery, banned from many religious texts and considered forbidden knowledge. But why? And what does it reveal about humanity's past, present, and future?Join Tony for an exclusive live interview with Tobias Churton—one of the world's leading experts in esoteric history—this Friday, February 28th, at 3 PM PST as we dive deep into The Books of Enoch Revealed!The Book of Enoch offers a glimpse into a lost world of divine revelations, cosmic battles, and spiritual insights that challenge conventional history. Could it hold the key to understanding humanity's true origins and destiny?
Welcome to Episode 1 of The Pansophers' Podcast! Today, Rudolf talks with esteemed UK author and academic, Tobias Churton. In a wide-ranging conversation, the men discuss the Search for Self as well as Wisdom in the context of history. Particular focus is brought to aspects of Freemasonic and Rosicrucian history. Tobias defines his experience of “Pansophia”- the mind of God, Wisdom, and the interrelatedness of knowledge. This conversation unfolds through the knowledge that “this life is only a beginning”, the distractions of political ideology and institutional religion; and the Rosicrucian paradox of being not of this World yet engaged and seed-bearing within it. We explore a move towards freedom of “Science” as a democratic access to “Knowledge,” and “Art” as “Magic”. Tobias outlines a vision that sees dialogues and colloquium find energy over our monologue-culture, and a move from over-specialization of knowledge into a more dynamic, holistic approach to study. In passing, he notes the “cosmic” view most experts attribute to their knowledge, yet without the benefit of cross-disciplinary application. Music played in this episode All tracks today are by our guest TOBIAS CHURTON! 1) Mysterious Waltz (Track starts at 6:28) 2) CREATION (Track starts at 55:07) 3) GNOSTICS 2022 (Track starts at 1:42:30) Intro and Outro Musicespecially written and recorded for the Pansophers Podcast by Chris Roberts
On Thursday January 13th, 2022 the Hermetic Hour with host Poke Runyon will review "Aleister Crowley in England" (2021) by Tobias Churton. This is the final part of Churton's serialized biography of The Great Beast, following on "The Beast in Berlin," "Crowley in America," and "Crowley in India." The compendium will be the most complete and best documented life of Crowley yet presented. This particular volume will present a side of A.C. his other biographers have not explored: Crowley the Gourmet Chef! Cook what Thou wilt shall be the Whole of the Menu! In the 1930s the Beast was considered the Sultan of exotic curry dishes and hosted the Lords and Ladies of London society at his festive board. We will give you a summary of his bill of fare, so tune in and bon appétit!
Scholar and author Tobias Churton joins me in this episode to discuss his latest book The First Alchemists. In addition to explaining the origins of alchemy, Tobias discusses two of the earliest alchemists, Zosimos of Panopolis and Mary the Prophetess, and the art's connection to Gnosticism, Judaism, and hermeticism, and how exploring the origins of alchemy challenges our understanding of the art. Support Rebel Spirit Radio https://patreon.com/rebelspirit https://paypal.me/rebelspiritradio Tobias Churton https://tobiaschurton.com/1_home.html The First Alchemists InnerTraditions https://www.innertraditions.com/books/the-first-alchemists Bookshop.org https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-first-alchemists-the-spiritual-and-practical-origins-of-the-noble-and-holy-art-tobias-churton/19658220?ean=9781644116838 Connect with Rebel Spirit on Social Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelspiritradio X: @RebelSpiritRad Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebelspiritradio https://www.rebelspiritradio.com #rebelspiritradio #alchemy #alchemyorigins #thefirstalchemists #zosimos #marytheprophetess #historicalalchemy #tobiaschurton
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It is always an honor and a pleasure when Tobias Churton graces the Virtual Alexandria. He will discuss his new book, The First Alchemists: The Spiritual and Practical Origins of the Noble and Holy Art. Beyond a deep dive into Zosimos of Panopolis and his Gnostic pedigree, we'll cover other ancient alchemists like Mary the Jeweress and Cleopatra. You can count on us dealing with spiritual alchemy and Jung's insights, so get ready to find your outer and inner Philosopher's Stone.More on Tobias: https://tobiaschurton.com/Get the book: https://amzn.to/48iNHoXHomepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyteAB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Astro Gnosis (Meet the Archons): https://thegodabovegod.com/meet-archon-replay/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/aeon-byte-gnostic-radio/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ken and Mark return to their laboratory to combine base metals to discover the once-murky roots of Alchemy. Keeper of the Sanctum this week is the amazing Tobias Churton author of the new book ‘The First Alchemists: The Spiritual and Practical Origins of the Noble and Holy Art'. Join us as we return to the roots of Alchemy. This week: Zosimos and the early Egyptian Alchemists, the female roots of the art, Was Jung wrong about Alchemy, and much more. Joining me from his misty lab is Frater Marck Satyr Main theme by Simon Smerdon (Mothboy) Music bed by chriszabriskie.com Check out our previous two interviews with Tobias Churton on Aleister Crowley here and here. Buy Tobias' book using our affiliate links here –> UK US EU Tobias Churton Bio Tobias Churton is Britain's leading scholar of Western Esotericism, a world authority on Gnosticism, Hermeticism, and Rosicrucianism. He is a filmmaker and the founding editor of the magazine Freemasonry Today. An Honorary Fellow of Exeter University, where he is faculty lecturer in Rosicrucianism and Freemasonry, he holds a master's degree in Theology from Brasenose College, Oxford, and created the award-winning documentary series and accompanying book The Gnostics, as well as several other films on Christian doctrine, mysticism, and magical folklore. The author of many books, including Gnostic Philosophy, The Invisible History of the Rosicrucians, and Aleister Crowley: The Beast in Berlin, he lives in England.
On Thursday November 21st. 2019 the Hermetic Hour with host Poke Runyon will review Tobias Churton's "Aleister Crowley in India." This is another in a series of books by Churton covering portions of Crowley's life and work, We have already reviewed his "The Beast in Berlin" and will certainly get to last year's "Aleister Crowley in America," but Crowley's India adventures should probably have been first in the series. I personally found this book to be fascinating. In its pages I rediscovered Crowley and relived the excitement of his early magical experiences along with big-game hunting and mountain climbing adventures. Churton had access to many records and archives not available to previous writers. We have a more Crowley-favorable version of the infamous Kangchenjunga tragedy than previously reported. The primary theme of this book is magical yoga or yoga for magick. We start with Crowley and Bennett in Ceylon studying Theravada Buddhism together and then on to Crowley's discovering and adapting the Gnostic tantric system of Sabhapaty Swami. So if you'd like to return to the thrilling days of yesteryear, then join us and sit down, shut-up and get-out with Aleister Crowley.
Thelema, NOW! welcomes Tobias Churton. A world authority on Gnostic spirituality, Churton is Britain's leading scholar in the field of Western Esotericism. Our host Harper Feist and he discuss his latest book, Aleister Crowley in Paris Sex, Art, and Magick in the City of Light, is his sixth devoted to the Prophet of the Lovely Star, a series which began with Aleister Crowley: The Biography. Using previously unpublished letters and diaries, Churton reconstructs Crowley's heyday in the last decade and a half of France's Belle Époque and the “Roaring Twenties,” this book illuminates Crowley's place within the artistic, literary, and spiritual ferment of the great City of Light. So, stick in those earbuds; this interview is JUICEY! Be sure to check out Tobias's book Aleister Crowley in Paris Sex, Art, and Magick in the City of Light
Returning from the void, and crawling through the nightshade, the two-headed beast called Ken and Marck return, dead but still dreaming. This week, we take a journey to Paris, and track the interactions of the great beast himself, Aleister Crowley. Our impeccable cicerone through the streets of the city of love and light this week is author, and returning guest Mr Tobias Churton. This week we discuss: Crowley's relationship with McGregor Mathers, his effect on the bored and horny, the meaning of true will, and much more. Joining me from the astral realm is one Marck Satyr Main theme by Simon Smerdon (Mothboy) Music bed by chriszabriskie.com Tobias' new book is available now from Inner Traditions You can check out episodes of ‘The Gnostics' here on YouTube Tobias Churton Bio: Born in Sutton Coldfield to an ancient Cheshire family, in 1960, Tobias Churton spent two years in Australia from 1966 to 1968 and returned to attend his fifth school, Lichfield Cathedral School. Three schools later he won an exhibition to Brasenose College, Oxford, where he studied Theology. Compelled to exchange a vocation to the priesthood for the lowlier prospect of a career in television, he first came to public notice with the 1987 Channel 4 production, GNOSTICS. The 4-part, drama-documentary went out at peak time on Saturday nights. It won the New York TV Festival Gold Award for best religious series. Churton's Channel 4/Weidenfeld & Nicolson book accompanying the series was a best seller. Long before Dan Brown scored a hit with The Da Vinci Code, Tobias Churton introduced a popular audience to the authentic world of esoteric mysteries. In the words of Dutch scholar, Gilles Quispel, the TV series would “change the minds of millions”. Churton presented the facts, not the fantasy. Swedish theologian Jan-Arvid Hellström hailed Churton as a “religious genius” while Amsterdam bibliophile and industrialist Joost Ritman enthusiastically greeted the appearance of a new “writing star”. The success of The Gnostics allowed Tobias to concentrate his energies on his first love: writing. After years of voluminous reading, mystical experience and creative endeavour, Churton had much to express. Having completed his twenty-fifth book commission, Tobias Churton is today internationally recognized for his insightful books on esoteric, spiritual history, Art and philosophy. Accessible and scholarly, Churton's works address believers and doubters alike and, remarkably, have stimulated spiritual experiences in some readers. He has successfully widened the appeal of so-called “esoteric” spirituality. Churton's warm style and depth of knowledge have entertained many thousands of readers in the process. Tobias is also a filmmaker, lecturer, poet and musician. He has recently recorded his orchestrated score for his prospective dramatic project, William Blake: Love is on Fire!, while his musical about Nancy Cunard and Henry Crowder, YOU, ME AND YESTERDAY, co-written with artist and songwriter John Myatt, was performed to great acclaim at the Lichfield Garrick Theatre in 2011. He has composed and recorded eight albums of original music. Show Comments
Tony sits down with Tobias Churton talk about his latest book on the Life of Aleister Crowley. Sex, Art and Magik. and having society looking at him as a outcast but was he really a human was before his time. He brought sex to religion and Occult to the main stream. www.tobiaschurton.com www.truthbetoldworldwide.comPurchase your tickets now for the Parapod Festival at Parapodfestival.com. Starting at $35 for general admission for the early bird special for all day Saturday and $25 for the Ghost Town Tour on Friday. Get Tickets Today.
Tobias Churton, scholar extraordinaire of the Western Esoteric Tradition, returns to the podcast for another conversation about the perennially fascinating Aleister Crowley; Churton has just released the sixth and final volume in his multi-part biography of the Great Beast, Aleister Crowley in Paris. Crowley aficianados and newbies alike will thrill and chill to this fantastic conversation as we follow Crowley on his romps through fin-de-siecle Paris. Enjoy!
On Thursday December 6th, 2018, the Hermetic Hour with host Poke Runyon will review and discuss “The Spiritual Meaning of the Sixties” (2018) by Tobias Churton. This is a 653 page door-stopper of a book subtitled: “the Magic, Myths & Music of the Decade that Changed the World,” And it certainly lives up to its subtitle. Even though Churton's previous books have been in the mystical, occult genre, this one should break into the mainstream and be read by every thoughtful reader interested in the present spiritual, philosophical and political divisions in what we call Western Civilization. Using the Music, films, television, and popular fads of the period as his mirror of reflection he leads us through the decade. The cultural impact of the Beatles, and rock music, the sexual revolution, psychedelics, the Bomb, the Vietnam War, Civil Rights, and the rise of feminism are all dealt with in turn. And the inability of established religion to cope with the spiritual challenges of the time is considered. The author was a child in England and Australia during the period and gives us a remarkable picture of the era from a growing child's perspective. My one criticism of the book stems from Churton's memory picture. I was a teenager in 1950s America. I recall that repressive era which preceded the social liberation of the sixties. I think Churton should have added “The Man in the Gray Flannel Suit.” (1956) to his list of media catalysts. So if you want to look back at the days of Flower-Power and Strawberry Fields Forever, turn-on, tune-in and give a listen.
Perhaps the most notorious esoteric secret society of all time, the Rosicrucians still inspire enormous amounts of mystery and interest to this day. Yet what is going on with the Rosicrucians exactly? Where did they come from? Who were the Rosicrucians? Why do they matter still? Was it all some kind of inside Joke? To set all of this straight is the scholar of Western Esotericism and the author of many books which are important to our interests here at WMiT?- the Great Tobias Churton!
Join the conversation with Dr Joanna Kujawa and Tobias Churton on early Christian attitudes about a women's place in society, attitudes towards sexuality, and the perception of Goddess Sophia in Gnostic teachings. Tobias Churton is a British scholar, author of many books and explorer of esoteric traditions, including the Gnostic movement. In this interview, we discuss his book, Gnostic Mysteries of Sex. Learn more at https://tobiaschurton.com Dr. Joanna Kujawa is a spiritual detective and author of The Other Goddess: Mary Magdalene and the Goddesses of Eros and Secret Knowledge. https://www.joannakujawa.com/ Say “Alexa or Okay Google play Sacred Stories podcast” or subscribe to podcast at https://sacredstories.libsyn.com/
Part 2 of my Interview with Tobias Churton, the Orson Welles of Gnosticism! We talk about The Pillars of Enoch, Josephus, Sirius, Ancient Egypt, how he met Robert Anton Wilson, the problems with Biblical Prophecy, Phillip K Dick, John Dee, The Enochian Language, and of course...Orson Welles and an in depth critique of his last posthumously released film The Other Side of the Wind.
Tobias Churton - One of Britain's leading scholars of Western Esotericism; a world authority on Gnosticism, Hermeticism, Freemasonry, and Rosicrucianism. Holds a Master Degree in Theology from Braesnose College Oxford. Tobias joins us to discuss his recent book Lost Pillars of Enoch and other subjects.
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.
Tobias Churton returns to the podcast to talk about his latest (fifth!) biography of Aleister Crowley, "Aleister Crowley in England," available now from Inner Traditions. An epic 2 1/2 hour conversation ensues! On Tobias: A world authority on Gnostic spirituality, Tobias Churton is Britain's leading scholar in the field of Western Esotericism. Holding a Masters degree in Theology from Brasenose College, Oxford, he was appointed Honorary Fellow and Faculty Lecturer in Western Esotericism at Exeter University in 2005. Tobias is also a filmmaker, poet, composer, and the author of many books, including The Gnostics, The Golden Builders, Occult Paris, The Babylon Gene and acclaimed biographies of William Blake, Aleister Crowley, Elias Ashmole and G.I. Gurdjieff. And for more on magick, check out Magick.Me, my online school for magick, meditation, and mysticism, at www.magick.me
Dark Side of the Library #37: Dark Non-Fiction Books Coming Out January 2022 (Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you) Aleister Crowley in England: The Return of the Great Beast by Tobias Churton (Author) – January 11, 2022 https://amzn.to/3zNVgE5 Dream-Child: A Life of Charles Lamb https://amzn.to/3GVyNHt The Science of Life and Death in "Frankenstein" by Sharon Ruston – January 13, 2022 https://amzn.to/3GYbu01 Gothic Metaphysics: From Alchemy to the Anthropocene (Gothic Literary Studies) by Jodey Castricano (Author) – January 1, 2022 https://amzn.to/3F8xzbs Pain and the Aesthetics of US Literary Realism https://amzn.to/3rAdRQf Resident Evil: Of Zombies and Men by Nicolas Courcier (Author), Mehdi El Kanafi (Author), Bruno Provezza (Author) – January 15, 2022 https://amzn.to/3t8b3ML Dark and Magical Places: The Neuroscience of Navigation by Christopher Kemp (Author) – January 25, 2022 https://amzn.to/3t8caMr
On Thursday January 13th, 2022 the Hermetic Hour with host Poke Runyon will review "Aleister Crowley in England" (2021) by Tobias Churton. This is the final part of Churton's serialized biography of The Great Beast, following on "The Beast in Berlin," "Crowley in America," and "Crowley in India." The compendium will be the most complete and best documented life of Crowley yet presented. This particular volume will present a side of A.C. his other biographers have not explored: Crowley the Gourmet Chef! Cook what Thou wilt shall be the Whole of the Menu! In the 1930s the Beast was considered the Sultan of exotic curry dishes and hosted the Lords and Ladies of London society at his festive board. We will give you a summary of his bill of fare, so tune in and bon appétit!
This week we get all Crowleytastic again with the wonderful Tobias Churton. Tobias is a writer we hold in high regard here in the SittingNow Abbey, and he delivers in spades in this episode. We discuss: The Great Beast's place in history, Can Crowley be canceled? Myth-busting, Crowley's later years, his relationships, and much more. Joining me in the hot-seat this week is our own great beast Marck Satyr. **COMPETITION!** (This must be entered on http://sittingnow.co.uk at the episode page before the end of January 2022) We have one copy of Tobias' latest book ‘Aleister Crowley in England' to give away to one lucky listener. To enter, you must follow us on Instagram, and comment in this post below the answer to the famous Thelemic challenge ‘Do What Thou Wilt Shall be the Whole of the Law‘….make sure to include your Instagram name in your answer so we can check your undying social-fealty! The winner shall be selected at random, and informed via DM on their Instagram. Main theme by Simon Smerdon (Mothboy) Music bed by chriszabriskie.com Tobias Churton Bio: Born in Sutton Coldfield to an ancient Cheshire family, in 1960, Tobias Churton spent two years in Australia from 1966 to 1968 and returned to attend his fifth school, Lichfield Cathedral School. Three schools later he won an exhibition to Brasenose College, Oxford, where he studied Theology. Compelled to exchange a vocation to the priesthood for the lowlier prospect of a career in television, he first came to public notice with the 1987 Channel 4 production, GNOSTICS. The 4-part, drama-documentary went out at peak time on Saturday nights. It won the New York TV Festival Gold Award for best religious series. Churton's Channel 4/Weidenfeld & Nicolson book accompanying the series was a best seller. Long before Dan Brown scored a hit with The Da Vinci Code, Tobias Churton introduced a popular audience to the authentic world of esoteric mysteries. In the words of Dutch scholar, Gilles Quispel, the TV series would “change the minds of millions”. Churton presented the facts, not the fantasy. Swedish theologian Jan-Arvid Hellström hailed Churton as a “religious genius” while Amsterdam bibliophile and industrialist Joost Ritman enthusiastically greeted the appearance of a new “writing star”. The success of The Gnostics allowed Tobias to concentrate his energies on his first love: writing. After years of voluminous reading, mystical experience and creative endeavour, Churton had much to express. Having completed his twenty-fifth book commission, Tobias Churton is today internationally recognized for his insightful books on esoteric, spiritual history, Art and philosophy. Accessible and scholarly, Churton's works address believers and doubters alike and, remarkably, have stimulated spiritual experiences in some readers. He has successfully widened the appeal of so-called “esoteric” spirituality. Churton's warm style and depth of knowledge have entertained many thousands of readers in the process. Tobias is also a filmmaker, lecturer, poet and musician. He has recently recorded his orchestrated score for his prospective dramatic project, William Blake: Love is on Fire!, while his musical about Nancy Cunard and Henry Crowder, YOU, ME AND YESTERDAY, co-written with artist and songwriter John Myatt, was performed to great acclaim at the Lichfield Garrick Theatre in 2011. He has composed and recorded eight albums of original music.
Tobias Churton materialized at the Virtual Alexandria to discuss his latest book, Aleister Crowley in England. From his involvement in World War 2 to The Book of Thoth to his last days in the Kenoma, we'll get acquainted with the final stage of the Beast's life and mission. Expect Rudolf Hess, Gurdjieff, Jack Parsons, Dion Fortune, and Ian Fleming to make appearances.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/aeon-byte-gnostic-radio/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
A world authority on Gnostic spirituality, Tobias Churton is Britain's leading scholar in the field of Western Esotericism. Holding a Master's degree in Theology from Brasenose College, Oxford, he was appointed Honorary Fellow and Faculty Lecturer in Western Esotericism at Exeter University in 2005. Tobias is also a filmmaker, poet, composer, and author of many books, including The Gnostics, The Golden Builders, Occult Paris, The Babylon Gene and acclaimed biographies of William Blake, Elias Ashmole, and G.I. Gurdjieff. In this podcast, we focus on his work Aleister Crowley in India: The Secret Influence of Eastern Mysticism on Magic and the Occult, but of course, as usual, discuss many of his other works, including but not limited to Occult Paris For more information about Tobias' artistic abundance, please see his website: https://tobiaschurton.com/ This podcast is available for download on your favorite podcast platform, or you can listen here: https://endoftheroad.libsyn.com/episode-210-tobias-churton-gnostic-spiritualitycrowleys-march-to-samadhioccult-paristhelemic-synthesis Have a blessed 2022, which, as we discuss in the podcast, is perhaps the recapitulation of the age of the child:-)
will review the 2014 book by Tobias Churton "Aleister Crowley The Beast in Berlin". This is apparently an expansion and compilation of outcuts from the author's biography of Crowley and should perhaps be considered an appendix to that work. Unless you are an ardent Crowley aficionado it is a hard read. The book is primarily made up of excerpts from A.C.'s. diaries and his correspondence mostly during his 1930s Berlin sojourn as a struggling artist in the decadent twilight days of the Weimar Republic. Along with a running account of the Beast's metaphysical politics, sexual magick and artistic endeavors, Churton manages to give us an in-depth look at the decadent sub-culture of the Weimar Berliners and an appreciation of Crowley's talents as an artist. So if you'd like to accompany the Beast to the Cabaret, tune in and enjoy the show.
My guest today is someone who has already been on the show three times, author, scholar and widely known authority on Gnostic philosophy, Tobias Churton.This time, we have the great pleasure to talk about his latest book which was published by Inner Traditions in January 2021, ‘The Lost Pillars of Enoch – When Science & Religion Were One' which is surprisingly enough not about Enochian Magic and/or John Dee at all. We'll be having a wonderful conversation about the biblical Genesis story of the flood and how Jewish historian Flavius Josephus in his work ‘The Antiquities of the Jews' tried to pin down an urban version of the Septuaginta. According to him the children of Seth inherited wisdom and prophecy of Adam such as the idea for God to destroy the world by water or fire. In order to preserve the knowledge it was inscribed on two pillars, one of brick and one of stone. The second one was said to have survived the Great Flood and thought to be found in ‘Syria' which was a mistake in the translation process as it should have meant some entirely different location. Tobias' book explores in its first part the big question of how the remaining pillar could be located. Of course, we will dive deeply into the explorations of Enoch's different identities and try to unpack at least a bit how they are connected to the Pillars and Hermes Trismegistos from Hermetic sources. So essentially our journey will lead us to the origins of Hermeticism itself. Tobias' latest book "The Lost Pillars of Enoch" is at the centre of our attention in this episode.It can be ordered here! One of the main ideas of Tobias presented in his work is in general how the knowledge about the universe and religion must have been identical in some very early antediluvian times. However, Tobias will be elaborating on apocalyptic topics as well such as inner vs. outer apocalypse, individual vs. collective transformational processes and the role of Jesus in this whole picture. The history of the Pillars also requires the interested audience to follow a red line which is also the main promise of esotericism in general, the idea that man is a fallen being possessing only the shattered mirror of the knowledge that it once had in its hands and that the requirement is to experience a vision of the original in order to reassemble the pieces for which the Pillars of Enoch provide an emblem of vision of the primal unity between God and Man. The figure of Aleister Crowley can't be missing in an interview with Tobias as he has written numerous books on The Great Beast, the next one coming out in January 2022 describing Crowley's years from 1932 to 1947 in Britain during which time he wasn't able to obtain a visa to leave the country and was confined to it until his death. Tobias has another book on Crowley in work – he says it's going to be the last one on him – on his years in Paris coming out in 6-8 months and we'll talk about another one he's just about to start concerning the origins of alchemy which I'm pretty sure will be a highly interesting topic for many of you. Music played in this episode Today's music is more from the world of classical music, but related to Western Esotericism or Mysticism JEAN LANGLAIS was a French organist and composer whose lifesppan covered most of the 20th century. Most of his work is religiously inspired, but often in a very mystical, almost "gothic", gnostic way. GEORGES I. GURDJEFF played the music that came to his mind on a harmonium, but as he was not able to write it down, Thomas de Harmann, rather well known composer of the time, student and friend of Gurdjeff (and later also husband of his private secretary) did that for him. We hear one of Gurdjeff's pieces from "An Oriental Suite" in a version for large orchestra. ERIK SATIE is also French,
Tobias Churton is a British scholar of Rosicrucianism, Freemasonry, Gnosticism, and other esoteric movements. He is lecturer at Exeter University, and author of Gnostic Philosophy, The Magus of Freemasonry, and Freemasonry and numerous other works on esotericism. He joins us to discuss his many books on Aleister Crowley.
On Thursday January 28th, 2016 the Hermetic Hour with host Poke Runyon will present a discussion on the Biblical personages Simon Magus and John the Baptist. We will discuss their association, their influence on the Gnostic movement and the rise of Christianity. We will have Frater Solomon as a guest commentator. Sources will be the works of Tobias Churton "Gnostic Mysteries of Sex" and "Mysteries of John the Baptist" also G.R.S. Mead's "Simon Magus" and "The Book of Enoch" which influenced Gnostic cosmology and the Mandanean books attributed to John the Baptizer. So if you want to be demystified about the Gnosis, tune in and we'll part the veil.
We explore Hermetic Philosophy and how it bestowed early humanity with a unified science-religion. It begins with understanding the ancient Egyptian “Sophia of the Ages.” Then it’s a journey with this primordial Gnosis first nurtured by the figures of Enoch and Hermes, smuggled across time by the classical Gnostics and other alchemists, and injected into modernity by luminaries like Giordano Bruno, John Dee, William Blake, and others. Astral Guest – Tobias Churton, author of The Lost Pillars of Enoch: When Science and Religion Were One. This is a partial show for nonmembers. For the second half of the interview, please become an AB Prime member or patron at Patreon. This is a partial show for nonmembers. For the second half of the interview, please become an AB Prime member: http://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ or patron at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte More information on Tobias: https://tobiaschurton.com/1_home.html Get the book: https://amzn.to/2MPzk7P Download these and all other shows: http://thegodabovegod.com/
On Thursday January 7th,2021 the Hermetic Hour with host Poke Runyon will review "The Lost Pillars of Enoch" by Tobias Churton (2021)This is an important book on one of the most important themes underlying the Western Esoteric Tradition: the legendary secret wisdom of the antediluvian civilization from before the Biblical flood that inspired later astrologers, alchemists, magicians, Kabbalists, Freemasons and Rosicrucians from the first century to the present. Beginning with Enoch's two pillars as recalled in Josephus, Churton follows the Ancient Wisdom theme through through Hermetic, and alchemical writings and on into the beginnings of Masonry. He cites the remarkable account of Scottish explorer James Bruce who brought the first copies of the Book of Enoch out of Ethiopia and reveals that Issac Newton was an alchemist and a Freemason. He carries his theme of ancient wisdom on through Blavatsky to Crowley, giving us a philosophical history of the Western Esoteric Tradition. This book is highly recommended.
George Noory and author Tobias Churton explore his research into the lost pillars of Enoch, a biblical character assigned to protect sacred knowledge, and how religion may be used to hide the rediscovery of the pillars to prevent the enlightenment of the world. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
The search for the real historical person known as John the Baptist and the traditions that began with him Few Freemasons today understand why the most significant date in the Masonic calendar is June 24th--the Feast of the Birth of St. John the Baptist and the traditional date for appointing Grand Masters. Nor do many of them know that Masons used to be known as “St. John's Men” or that John the Baptist was fundamental to the original Masonic philosophy of personal transformation. Starting with the mystery of John in Freemasonry, Tobias Churton searches out the historical Baptist through the gospels and ancient histories, unearthing the real story behind the figure lauded by Jesus's words “no greater man was ever born of woman.” He investigates John's links with the Essenes and the Gnostics, links that flourish to this day. Exposing how the apostle Paul challenged John's following, twisting his message and creating the image of John as “merely” a herald of Jesus, the author shows how Paul may have been behind the executions of both John and Jesus and reveals a precise date for the crucifixion and the astonishing meaning of the phrase “the third day.” He examines the significance of John's severed head to holy knights, such as the Knights Templar, and of Leonardo's famous painting of John. Churton also explains connections between John, the summer solstice, fertility rites, and ancient Jewish harvest festivals. Revealing John as a courageous, revolutionary figure as vital to the origins of Christianity as his cousin Jesus himself, Churton shows how John and Jesus, as equal partners, launched a covert spiritual operation to overcome corruption in the Temple of Jerusalem, re-initiate Israel, and resurrect Creation.
The search for the real historical person known as John the Baptist and the traditions that began with himFew Freemasons today understand why the most significant date in the Masonic calendar is June 24th--the Feast of the Birth of St. John the Baptist and the traditional date for appointing Grand Masters. Nor do many of them know that Masons used to be known as “St. John’s Men” or that John the Baptist was fundamental to the original Masonic philosophy of personal transformation.Starting with the mystery of John in Freemasonry, Tobias Churton searches out the historical Baptist through the gospels and ancient histories, unearthing the real story behind the figure lauded by Jesus’s words “no greater man was ever born of woman.” He investigates John’s links with the Essenes and the Gnostics, links that flourish to this day. Exposing how the apostle Paul challenged John’s following, twisting his message and creating the image of John as “merely” a herald of Jesus, the author shows how Paul may have been behind the executions of both John and Jesus and reveals a precise date for the crucifixion and the astonishing meaning of the phrase “the third day.” He examines the significance of John’s severed head to holy knights, such as the Knights Templar, and of Leonardo’s famous painting of John. Churton also explains connections between John, the summer solstice, fertility rites, and ancient Jewish harvest festivals.Revealing John as a courageous, revolutionary figure as vital to the origins of Christianity as his cousin Jesus himself, Churton shows how John and Jesus, as equal partners, launched a covert spiritual operation to overcome corruption in the Temple of Jerusalem, re-initiate Israel, and resurrect Creation.
The search for the real historical person known as John the Baptist and the traditions that began with him Few Freemasons today understand why the most significant date in the Masonic calendar is June 24th--the Feast of the Birth of St. John the Baptist and the traditional date for appointing Grand Masters. Nor do many of them know that Masons used to be known as “St. John’s Men” or that John the Baptist was fundamental to the original Masonic philosophy of personal transformation. Starting with the mystery of John in Freemasonry, Tobias Churton searches out the historical Baptist through the gospels and ancient histories, unearthing the real story behind the figure lauded by Jesus’s words “no greater man was ever born of woman.” He investigates John’s links with the Essenes and the Gnostics, links that flourish to this day. Exposing how the apostle Paul challenged John’s following, twisting his message and creating the image of John as “merely” a herald of Jesus, the author shows how Paul may have been behind the executions of both John and Jesus and reveals a precise date for the crucifixion and the astonishing meaning of the phrase “the third day.” He examines the significance of John’s severed head to holy knights, such as the Knights Templar, and of Leonardo’s famous painting of John. Churton also explains connections between John, the summer solstice, fertility rites, and ancient Jewish harvest festivals. Revealing John as a courageous, revolutionary figure as vital to the origins of Christianity as his cousin Jesus himself, Churton shows how John and Jesus, as equal partners, launched a covert spiritual operation to overcome corruption in the Temple of Jerusalem, re-initiate Israel, and resurrect Creation.
Tobias Churton is Britain’s leading scholar of Western Esotericism, a world authority on Gnosticism, Hermeticism, and Rosicrucianism. He is a filmmaker and the founding editor of the magazine Freemasonry Today. An Honorary Fellow of Exeter University, where he is faculty lecturer in Rosicrucianism and Freemasonry, he holds a master’s degree in Theology from Brasenose College, Oxford, and created the award-winning documentary series and accompanying book The Gnostics, as well as several other films on Christian doctrine, mysticism, and magical folklore. The author of many books, including Gnostic Philosophy, The Invisible History of the Rosicrucians, and Aleister Crowley: The Beast in Berlin, he lives in England. Born in Sutton Coldfield to an ancient Cheshire family, in 1960, Tobias Churton spent two years in Australia from 1966 to 1968 and returned to attend his fifth school, Lichfield Cathedral School. Three schools later he won an exhibition to Brasenose College, Oxford, where he studied Theology. Compelled to exchange a vocation to the priesthood for the lowlier prospect of a career in television, he first came to public notice with the 1987 Channel 4 production, GNOSTICS. The 4-part, drama-documentary went out at peak time on Saturday nights. It won the New York TV Festival Gold Award for best religious series. Churton’s Channel 4/Weidenfeld & Nicolson book accompanying the series was a best seller. Long before Dan Brown scored a hit with The Da Vinci Code, Tobias Churton introduced a popular audience to the authentic world of esoteric mysteries. In the words of Dutch scholar, Gilles Quispel, the TV series would “change the minds of millions”. Churton presented the facts, not the fantasy. Swedish theologian Jan-Arvid Hellström hailed Churton as a “religious genius” while Amsterdam bibliophile and industrialist Joost Ritman enthusiastically greeted the appearance of a new “writing star”... ... to be continued on Tobias Churton's website, which can be found here Find him on Amazon and Inner Traditions And this is his Soundcloud page for his music Tobias Churton's in-depth books on important phases of Aleister Crowley's life Music played in this episode I am always amazed to see how many of the people I interview are also - next to being high-profile occultists, writers etc. - highly talented and active musicians. Tobias Churton (and his daughter Merovée) are providing us with their music for this episode! 1) LEAVE IT TO CHANCE? an autobiographical song in the old style about romance, and when to go for it! 2) JOHN LENNON'S BIRTHDAY - sung by Tobias' daughter Merovée A celebration of what would be John's 80th birthday (October 9 2020) 3) HOW CAN I? instrumental/orchestral written in memory of a lost friend Intro and Outro Music especially written and recorded for the Thoth-Hermes Podcast by Chris Roberts
Years before Dan Brown's research came to light in form of The Da Vinci Code, Oxford educated, British scholar, Tobias Churton, had long gained notoriety of his work within the Gnostic spirituality realm. His 1987, 4-part drama documentary for Channel 4 (UK) television production, Gnostics, won the New York TV Festival Gold Award. Former Dutch theologian said about Tobias' work for Channel 4 that it would "change the minds of millions". - Gilles Quispel As of 2005, Tobias has lectured at Exeter University where he is an honorary fellow and faculty member. He holds an MA in Theology from Brasenose College, Oxford. Born to an ancient Cheshire family in Sutton Coldfield (UK), Churton is considered Britain's leading scholar of Western Esotericism. Filmmaker, poet, composer and author, he is known for acclaimed biographies on William Blake, Aleister Crowley, Elias Ashmole and G.I. Gurdjieff. Having authored over 20 books, Churton's current publication: Aleister Crowley in India goes into the travels Crowley took in this mystical land. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iantrottier/support
Night-Light welcomesTobias Churton to share with us his book, Alister Crowley in India:The Secret Influence of Eastern Mysticism on Magic and the Occult. For those of you who have only heard the rumors about Alister Crowley it's about time that some of the facts about him had light shown upon them. This book : • Shares excerpts from Crowley's unpublished diaries and details his travels in India, Burma, and Sri Lanka from 1901 to 1906 • Reveals how Crowley incorporated what he learned in India--jnana yoga, Vedantist, Tantric, and Buddhist philosophy--into his own school of Magick • Explores the world of Theosophy, yogis, Hindu traditions, and the first Buddhist sangha to the West as well as the first pioneering expeditions to K2 and Kangchenjunga in 1901 and 1905 Early in life, Aleister Crowley's dissociation from fundamentalist Christianity led him toward esoteric and magical spirituality. In 1901, he made the first of three voyages to the Indian subcontinent, searching for deeper knowledge and experience. His religious and magical system, Thelema, shows clear influence of his thorough experimental absorption in Indian mystical practices.
Night-Light welcomesTobias Churton to share with us his book, Alister Crowley in India:The Secret Influence of Eastern Mysticism on Magic and the Occult. For those of you who have only heard the rumors about Alister Crowley it's about time that some of the facts about him had light shown upon them. This book : • Shares excerpts from Crowley’s unpublished diaries and details his travels in India, Burma, and Sri Lanka from 1901 to 1906 • Reveals how Crowley incorporated what he learned in India--jnana yoga, Vedantist, Tantric, and Buddhist philosophy--into his own school of Magick • Explores the world of Theosophy, yogis, Hindu traditions, and the first Buddhist sangha to the West as well as the first pioneering expeditions to K2 and Kangchenjunga in 1901 and 1905 Early in life, Aleister Crowley’s dissociation from fundamentalist Christianity led him toward esoteric and magical spirituality. In 1901, he made the first of three voyages to the Indian subcontinent, searching for deeper knowledge and experience. His religious and magical system, Thelema, shows clear influence of his thorough experimental absorption in Indian mystical practices.
Night-Light welcomesTobias Churton to share with us his book, Alister Crowley in India:The Secret Influence of Eastern Mysticism on Magic and the Occult. For those of you who have only heard the rumors about Alister Crowley it's about time that some of the facts about him had light shown upon them. This book :• Shares excerpts from Crowley’s unpublished diaries and details his travels in India, Burma, and Sri Lanka from 1901 to 1906• Reveals how Crowley incorporated what he learned in India--jnana yoga, Vedantist, Tantric, and Buddhist philosophy--into his own school of Magick• Explores the world of Theosophy, yogis, Hindu traditions, and the first Buddhist sangha to the West as well as the first pioneering expeditions to K2 and Kangchenjunga in 1901 and 1905Early in life, Aleister Crowley’s dissociation from fundamentalist Christianity led him toward esoteric and magical spirituality. In 1901, he made the first of three voyages to the Indian subcontinent, searching for deeper knowledge and experience. His religious and magical system, Thelema, shows clear influence of his thorough experimental absorption in Indian mystical practices.
HP Blavatsky, Aleister Crowley, and other esoteric exemplars were instrumental in infusing eastern mysticism into western culture – in ways that are still overlooked today. Beyond a deep dive in connecting these karmic dots, we find the parallels between Gnosticism and Buddhism/Hinduism. And ultimately discover how a reintegration of eastern and western thought can help the fragmented psyche of our current society. Astral Guest – Tobias Churton, author of Aleister Crowley in India. This is a partial show for nonmembers. For the second half of the interview, please become a member: http://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ or patron at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte More information on Tobias: https://tobiaschurton.com/1_home.html Get Tobias’ book: https://amzn.to/36rFEXy Download these and all other shows: http://thegodabovegod.com/ Become a patron and keep this Red Pill Cafeteria open: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte
One of Thelema Now's favs is BACK! Tobias Churton talks with Harper Feist about his latest work, Aleister Crowley in India. Tobias' exhaustive research on the topic gives us all food for thought! Check out Tobias' website for more info!
On Thursday November 21st. 2019 the Hermetic Hour with host Poke Runyon will review Tobias Churton's "Aleister Crowley in India." This is another in a series of books by Churton covering portions of Crowley's life and work, We have already reviewed his "The Beast in Berlin" and will certainly get to last year's "Aleister Crowley in America," but Crowley's India adventures should probably have been first in the series. I personally found this book to be fascinating. In its pages I rediscovered Crowley and relived the excitement of his early magical experiences along with big-game hunting and mountain climbing adventures. Churton had access to many records and archives not available to previous writers. We have a more Crowley-favorable version of the infamous Kangchenjunga tragedy than previously reported. The primary theme of this book is magical yoga or yoga for magick. We start with Crowley and Bennett in Ceylon studying Theravada Buddhism together and then on to Crowley's discovering and adapting the Gnostic tantric system of Sabhapaty Swami. So if you'd like to return to the thrilling days of yesteryear, then join us and sit down, shut-up and get-out with Aleister Crowley.
A world authority on Gnostic spirituality, TOBIAS CHURTON is Britain’s leading scholar in the field of Western Esotericism. Holding a Masters degree in Theology from Brasenose College, Oxford, he was appointed Honorary Fellow and Faculty Lecturer in Western Esotericism at Exeter University in 2005. Tobias is also a filmmaker, poet, composer, and the author of many books, including The Gnostics, The Golden Builders, Occult Paris, The Babylon Gene and acclaimed biographies of William Blake, Aleister Crowley, Elias Ashmole and G.I. Gurdjieff.
What happened in the early 1600s to explain the R+C furor? What was the manifestos, what did they say, who was behind them & what did they lead to? World leading scholar on Esoterica, Tobias Churton, sets the record straight so we can understand this important backdrop to the Shakespeare-Oak Island riddle. He accounts for everything Rosicrucian (incl Tubingen circle, Paracelsus, J. Dee, J.V. Andrea, T. Hess, F. Bacon, King James, etc) and also lets us know his experience at Oxford University, the Exeter program for Esoteric studies, & some of his previous work... and he relates research into sexual aspects of ancient Gnostic teachings. :: :: :: :: All programs are gratis & listener funded. Please consider supporting our work and help cover costs by donating, subscribing to our channel, liking & sharing our posts. Subscribing to our website (https://www.forumborealis.net/contribute) gives you direct access to all shows before public release + various bonus & backstage clips. Our shows are chronologically arranged in different series collected in separate playlists. :: :: :: :: * Invisibles, Conspiracy & the Children of Father CRC (Part 1 of 2) - A conversation with Tobias Churton (S04P06A) * © Forum Borealis. May not be reproduced in any commercial way. * Guest: Historian Tobias Churton (http://www.forumborealis.net/guests) * Recorded: 24 November 2015 * Bumper music used with cordial permission from © Loopus.net * This Program is part of our fourth series called FROM SOLOMONS TEMPLE TO ARCADIA (https://www.forumborealis.net/series)
In this second half, Churton addresses such questions as: What's the Islamic connection to R+C? What 's the Gnostic connection? What's the Freemasonic connection? Is R+C the true essence of Christian Spirituality? Who was behind Shakespeare? What of the codes Petter Amundsen discovered? What's the nature of History? What is a new Fama? Moreover, he accounts for the contemporary inquisition against esoteric traditions as well as conspiracy theories about them. We also discuss such people as M. Maier, R. Fludd, W. Schickard, C. Besold, T. Vaughan, A. Crowley, J. Peladan, R. Boyle, E. Ashmole, etc. And we take on Agent 007... :: :: :: :: All programs are gratis & listener funded. Please consider supporting our work and help cover costs by donating, subscribing to our channel, liking & sharing our posts. Subscribing to our website (https://www.forumborealis.net/contribute) gives you direct access to all shows before public release + various bonus & backstage clips. Our shows are chronologically arranged in different series collected in separate playlists. :: :: :: :: * Invisibles, Conspiracy, & the Children of Father CRC (Part 2 of 2) - A conversation with Tobias Churton (S04P06B) * © Forum Borealis. May not be reproduced in any commercial way. * Guest: Oxford Scholar Tobias Churton (http://www.forumborealis.net/guests/) * Recorded: 24 November 2015 * Bumper music used with cordial permission from © Loopus.net * This Program is part of our fourth series called FROM SOLOMONS TEMPLE TO ARCADIA (http://www.forumborealis.net/series)
This episode is the second of three "interview-only" episodes published this month. That means, just the interview with just a short intro by Rudolf, no news, no reviews. This week Rudolf welcomes back a guest who a year ago was very warmly received by all of you: Tobias Churton, British author and historian, musician and playwright is with us again. This time we talk mainly about his latest book "The Spiritual Meaning of the Sixties", but when Rudolf and Tobias (both born in 1960) start talking about those years, you can be sure that they soon end up talking about many other issues regarding Occultism, Magic, Music and times in general. All of this with Tobias' usual British wit and humour! A world authority on Gnostic spirituality, TOBIAS CHURTON is Britain’s leading scholar in the field of Western Esotericism. Holding a Masters degree in Theology from Brasenose College, Oxford, he was appointed Honorary Fellow and Faculty Lecturer in Western Esotericism at Exeter University in 2005. Tobias is also a filmmaker, poet, composer, and the author of many books, including The Gnostics, The Golden Builders, Occult Paris, The Babylon Gene and acclaimed biographies of William Blake, Aleister Crowley, Elias Ashmole and G.I. Gurdjieff. And this is his website
In Episode 55 of the Weird Tales Radio Show we have the second and concluding part of our interview with Tobias Churton about his latest book “The Spiritual Meaning of the Sixties - the Magic, Myth & Music of the Decade That Changed the World”. This week we discuss Aleister Crowley, the man whose thinking most closely defined the decade but who was written out of history - apart from an appearance on the cover of "Sergeant Pepper"
We uncover the spiritual meaning that fueled the artistic, political, and social revolutions of the 1960s. This includes investigating the Gnostic, Hermetic, and Occult influences of that decade. From John Lennon’s understanding of Gnosticism to Pink Floyd’s marketing of Gnosis, we leave no acid-soaked unturned. Ultimately, we find out what went wrong with the Sixties, at the same time distilling insights that might rejuvenate our colorless times. Astral Guest — Tobias Churton, author of The Spiritual Meaning of the Sixties: The Magic, Myth, and Music of the Decade That Changed the World This is a partial show for nonmembers. For the second half of the interview, please become a member. This is a partial show for nonmembers. For the second half of the interview, please become a member: http://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ More information on Tobias: https://tobiaschurton.com/ Get Tobias’s book (and support him and Abraxas): https://amzn.to/2Pd3UTR Download these and all other shows: http://thegodabovegod.com/ Become a patron and keep this Red Pill Cafeteria open: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte
On Thursday December 6th, 2018, the Hermetic Hour with host Poke Runyon will review and discuss “The Spiritual Meaning of the Sixties” (2018) by Tobias Churton. This is a 653 page door-stopper of a book subtitled: “the Magic, Myths & Music of the Decade that Changed the World,” And it certainly lives up to its subtitle. Even though Churton's previous books have been in the mystical, occult genre, this one should break into the mainstream and be read by every thoughtful reader interested in the present spiritual, philosophical and political divisions in what we call Western Civilization. Using the Music, films, television, and popular fads of the period as his mirror of reflection he leads us through the decade. The cultural impact of the Beatles, and rock music, the sexual revolution, psychedelics, the Bomb, the Vietnam War, Civil Rights, and the rise of feminism are all dealt with in turn. And the inability of established religion to cope with the spiritual challenges of the time is considered. The author was a child in England and Australia during the period and gives us a remarkable picture of the era from a growing child's perspective. My one criticism of the book stems from Churton's memory picture. I was a teenager in 1950s America. I recall that repressive era which preceded the social liberation of the sixties. I think Churton should have added “The Man in the Gray Flannel Suit.” (1956) to his list of media catalysts. So if you want to look back at the days of Flower-Power and Strawberry Fields Forever, turn-on, tune-in and give a listen.
Today on everyone's favorite podcast for conspiracy, the paranormal, & the all around fringe: Alright Higherside Chatters, it should be no surprise to us that eccentric, exceptional characters are routinely misunderstood by the commoners- and that those who buck the system, let the air out of authority, or push themselves to the outer limits of understanding reality are typically going to be treated unkindly by state sponsored history books. Add “the pioneering of an esoteric movement” to this mix and you can be pretty damn sure if it. Well folks, as we've explored the never ending depths of this weird world: Conspiracies, mysteries & the occult...we've heard many guests make provocative statements and bold claims about the colorful character we call Aliester Crowley, but the Great Beast was much more than just an enigmatic magic man...he was an artist, a poet, likely an intelligence asset, a mountaineer even, and an adventurer in the truest sense of the word and we would be wise to better understand and fold in these other aspects of his biography- to form a more nuanced opinion that doesn't rely on a legacy tarnished by paranoia and ignorance. And we could not do such a thing without the dedication and contributions of today's guest Tobias Churton. An eccentric and exceptional character in his own right, Tobias is known as one of Britans leading scholars when it comes to Western Esoterisism. A bonafide world authority on Gnostic spirituality, Rosicrucianism, Freemasonry, and other esoteric movements Holding a Masters degree in Theology, Tobias is also a filmmaker, poet, composer, and the author of many books, including: The Gnostics The Missing Family of Jesus: An Inconvenient Truth - How the Church Erased Jesus's Brothers and Sisters from History The Invisible History of the Rosicrucians: The World's Most Mysterious Secret Society Occult Paris The well respected and often considered gold standard in Crowley biographies, The Beast In Berlin and now just a few short months after his latest release: Aleister Crowley in America: Art, Espionage, and Sex Magick in the New World...Tobias joins us to break down this lesser known chapter in the life of the Great Beast himself. Want more from our guest? Tobias' Website: https://tobiaschurton.com/ Tobias' Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Tobias-Churton/e/B001JP2IUA There's more THC for members: If you like the 1st free hour of THC, why wouldn't you like the 2nd? Sign up for $5, and get 5 extended 2 hour episodes every month, lifetime forum access, bonus shows, downloads of all the THC cover songs & more. Always action packed and ad free: TheHighersideChatsPlus.com/subscribe This episode's Plus content includes: -The energies Crowley invoked in NYC -The Aeon of Horus What more from THC? Official Facebook page: facebook.com/TheHighersideChatsPodcast/ Official Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/highersidechats/ Twitter: twitter.com/HighersideChats Youtube: youtube.com/user/TheHighersideChats/ Reddit: reddit.com/r/highersidechats/ Discord: discord.gg/rdGpKtW Review us on iTunes: itunes.apple.com/podcast/id419458838?mt And be sure to check out The Higherside Clothing: thehighersideclothing.com Also, big thanks to The Plate Scrapers for their cover of the THC theme song!
Tobias Churton is certainly one of the most prolific authors in the field of research in the Western Esoteric Tradition. Also Aleister Crowley has been at the center of already three of his books. A world authority on Gnostic spirituality, Tobias holds a Masters degree in Theology from Brasenose College, Oxford, he was appointed Honorary Fellow and Faculty Lecturer in Western Esotericism at Exeter University in 2005. In order to speed the release of this episode a bit up, there is no review section and just one news announcement. Show Notes and Links Visit Tobias Churton's own website! This is where you find all of Tobias Churton's book on Amazon Music played Intro Music: Wendy Rule - from the CD "Deity": Think of the Day Wendy Rule - from the CD "The Lotus Eaters" - Hecate Wendy Rule - from the CD "World between Worlds": Inanna Outro Music: Wendy Rule - from the CD "Deity": Night Sea Journey
This week we speak with the one and only Tobias Churton about his latest Crowley book, Aleister Crowley in America. We discuss his New York experience, mountain climbing in Mexico, to what extent he was working for British Intelligence, his curious UFO incident in New Hampshire and a whole lot more. A splendid discussion with one of my favourite authors. Enjoy. Show Notes Tobias's website Buy Aleister Crowley in America (US) Buy Aleister Crowley in America (UK)
Hieros Gamos Camp OTO, Hobart Australia is proud to present our second podcast. Our guest is Tobias Churton, the author of Aleister Crowley: The Biography, The Beast In Berlin, and Aleister Crowley in America. He joins us to speak about art, gnosis, yoof culchar, the rise of the higher mind, sex and Thelema.
Our guest Tobias Churton reveals how occult activity deeply influenced many well-known cultural movements, such as Symbolism, the Decadents, modern music, and the psychedelic 60s. Website: http://www.tobiaschurton.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our guest Tobias Churton reveals how occult activity deeply influenced many well-known cultural movements, such as Symbolism, the Decadents, modern music, and the psychedelic 60s. Website: http://www.tobiaschurton.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Thursday January 28th, 2016 the Hermetic Hour with host Poke Runyon will present a discussion on the Biblical personages Simon Magus and John the Baptist. We will discuss their association, their influence on the Gnostic movement and the rise of Christianity. We will have Frater Solomon as a guest commentator. Sources will be the works of Tobias Churton "Gnostic Mysteries of Sex" and "Mysteries of John the Baptist" also G.R.S. Mead's "Simon Magus" and "The Book of Enoch" which influenced Gnostic cosmology and the Mandanean books attributed to John the Baptizer. So if you want to be demystified about the Gnosis, tune in and we'll part the veil.
Scholar and biographer Tobias Churton stops by the Ultraculture Podcast to chat about his new bio of Aleister Crowley, "The Beast in Berlin," which charts Crowley's ultramodern period in pre-war Berlin.
A world authority on Gnostic spirituality, Tobias Churton is Britain’s leading scholar in the field of Western Esotericism. Holding a Masters degree in Theology from Brasenose College, Oxford, he was appointed Honorary Fellow and Faculty Lecturer in Western Esotericism at Exeter University in 2005. Tobias is also a filmmaker, poet, composer, and the author of many books, including The Gnostics, Gnostic Philosophy and biographies of William Blake, Aleister Crowley and Elias Ashmole. Host: John Gibbons Music: Tobias Churton - IC Love Contact: info@alchemyradio.net Website: www.alchemyradio.net Twitter: www.twitter.com/alchemyradio Facebook: www.facebook.com/alchemyradio.net
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