Why should we care about some ancient mystics crushed under the jackboot of orthodox powers? The answer is in the question: their liberating ideas were too dangerous for civilizations that denied individuality and spiritual freedom. We comb through various Gnostic sects for insights more relevant than ever in a culture collapsing under the dark spell of archons. Astral Guests — Scott Smith and David Hyatt-Bickle. ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=leiT4B-kRy0

Archetypes are a popular but ultimately misunderstood concept in Occultism and Western Esoterica. Even Carl Jung missed the mark when it came to archetypes and their liberating power. We keenly understand the idea of archetypes and their history — from Plato’s Cave to the Gnostic heresy, from ancient creation myths to the penetrating insights of Neoplatonism, all the way to alchemy and foundational psychology. These insights lead us on the sacred and profane pathways into the collective unconscious. In the end, we find the methods to unlock transformative forces that ultimately unveil our Higher Selves in a world of growing shadows. Astral Guest—Steve Seven, author of The Idea of the Archetype. This is a partial show. For the second half of the interview, please become a member of our Archive of Past Shows: http://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ More information on Steve and his work: https://spiritualinstinctpress.com/googlebc828a109bd0d0a0.html Download these and all other shows: http://thegodabovegod.com/ Become a patron of this Red Pill Cafeteria: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzI5gLh7UvQ

One of the chief researchers and proponents of Gnosticism in the last decade has been Andrew Phillip Smith. His books and articles have crystalized the ancient heresy for a modern understanding. He discusses in a spanning interview his three new works that further bring light to Gnostic manifestations throughout history. He relates the latest scholarship on several issues like the plight of the Mandaeans, the libertine habits of Alexandrian Gnostics, the usefulness of the term “Gnosticism,” and the notion that the Cathars did indeed exist and were not just wayward Catholics. And much more. Astral Guest—Andrew Phillip Smith, author of The Secrets History of the Gnostics, The Lost Teachings of the Cathars, and The Gnostic 6. ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04KsmQbNL1o

Derek Hunter joined us to share "The End of the World" and his alternative but tested ideas on recovery and living a magical life. He summarized his Chaos Love theory, as well as how he has thrived in enjoying the great unknown that is 2020. We discussed Dostoevsky, Jung, Crowley, Descartes, and other thinkers who straddle the line between reason and madness. We explored the power of myth and visited old chaos gods like Pan, Babalon, Yaldabaoth, and Lucifer. What you get are tools to worry less and dream a better reality into your life. More information on Derek: https://www.love-chaos.com/ Get Derek's book: https://amzn.to/3qTQyzU ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWaV_dWSt-Q