The Mandaeans are the last remaining Gnostic sect from antiquity, today a living religion full of folklore and magic. Recent scholarship reveals that their views are closer to ancient Gnosticism than ever assumed. The Mandaean cosmology, theology, and pantheon could have come out of Nag Hammadi library itself or from the mouth of the Prophet Mani. We deeply mine the Mandaean ethos and culture for breathtaking insights that can be useful to any modern practitioner of mysticism; this includes the enigmatic Mandean relation to the Knights Templar, John the Baptist, and primordial magical systems. Lastly, we learn about the tenuous Mandaean plight in the Middle East after several wars in Iraq and the rise of Isis—a microcosm of the continuing story of the Gnostic against the furious hate of orthodoxy throughout history. Astral Guest—Andrew Phillip Smith, author of John the Baptist and the Last Gnostics Listen/Download to this and all other shows at: http://thegodabovegod.com/ More information on Andrew: http://www.andrewphillipsmith.com/ Become a Patron: http://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6m9LQm6VdQ

The Gnostic approach makes perfect sense in a world of crumbling institutions and where all of reality seems like fake news. We approach modern Gnosticism with the sensibility of spiritual warfare, armed with reason, science, and mysticism – with a unique viewpoint on reincarnation, DNA, and practical Occultism. This includes some intriguing research on a primordial homeland of the first Gnostics and the essence of Freemasonry. In the end, we find common ground with the Gnosis of the ancient Gnostics and the Gnosis of those who break away from the suppressing forces of modern orthodoxy. Astral Guest—Moe Bedard, author of The Order of the Gnostics Listen/Download this and all shows: http://thegodabovegod.com/ More information on Moe: http://gnosticwarrior.com/about Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxkJzBB88-g

We honored a remarkable individual, a singular voice in the Esoterica. This including her history and evolution as a person, as well as addressing the controversial topic of her death. Tracy's ideas, vision, and spirit are more important than ever. Seal Alger, James Maiden, and Nate Miller joined us. Please support getting Tracy's headstone: https://www.gofundme.com/f/tracy-twyman-headstone?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=m_pd%20share-sheet&fbclid=IwAR2lF0nI7Zph5MRFM9eBA09-AUkE92mK61SBM_K8J0tQMUYWGcIxJn7uaFQ ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IP4zeDDyxsM

What if the two sides of the evolution debate are both wrong and right? Groundbreaking scholarship supports that the world wasn’t created in a few days, but it also demonstrates that evolution is a dynamic system that is not random or accidental. The forces that shape nature show design — with changes that are targeted, adaptive, and aware. We explore the next evolution of the Theory of Evolution, much of the data already established and peered-reviewed (and often suppressed by both religious and secular). These findings not only lead to the reality of an intelligent universe but also to the secrets of consciousness. Of course, we deeply delve into Gnostic and esoteric views of evolution, the creation of the universe, and the meaning of life. Astral Guest — Perry Marshall, author of Evolution 2.0: Breaking the Deadlock Between Darwin and Design. 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 Perry: https://cosmicfingerprints.com/about-contact/ Get Perry’s book (and help him and Abraxas out): https://thegodabovegod.com/fnej Download these and all other shows: http://thegodabovegod.com/ Become a patron and keep this Red Pill Cafeteria open: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxDD5HJVzgQ