Screenrant says, “Though many of Sabrina‘s magical elements are invented by the writers, several have roots in real mythology. This adds an air of credibility to the show, though sometimes Sabrina misses the mark entirely.” So what’s accurate, and what’s completely made up?… Continue Reading
Here’s a clip from the 1991 documentary on author and mage William S. Burroughs during which he describes the impact of art on human consciousness on a society wide leve i.e. it changes/expands awareness of the enviroment and individuals’ interaction… Continue Reading
Today, April 23, is the Feast of Gnostic Saint Sir Richard Payne Knight. Wikpedia describes Knight as “… a classical scholar, connoisseur, archaeologist and numismatist best known for his theories of picturesque beauty and for his interest in ancient phallic imagery.”… Continue Reading
Season 2 of “Strange Angel” premieres June 13 on CBS All Access. Produced by Ridley Scott, this series explores the life of John Whiteside “Jack” Parsons, rocket scientist, Thelemite, and magician. Deadline reports: At the end of season one, Parsons… Continue Reading
Poetry reading of Concerning the Philosopher’s Stone by John Gower. John Gower (c. 1330 – October 1408) was an English poet, a contemporary of William Langland and the Pearl Poet, and a personal friend of Geoffrey Chaucer. He is remembered primarily… Continue Reading
Saturday May 11 will see a presentation on Aleister Crowley and Italy, in Naples!
Oxford Studies in Western Esotericism Book Series has announced the publiciation of Julie Chajes’ “Recycled Lives: A History of Reincarnation in Blavatsky’s Theosophy”. The publisher’s site has posted this abstract: “This study historicises and contextualises the rebirth doctrines of Helena… Continue Reading
The London Times reports that the grounds and remains of Boleskine House are currently being offered for sale: The article starts: “The fire-ravaged ruins of the home once owned by an occultist described as “the most evil man in the… Continue Reading
Today is the 88th anniversary of the death of Dame Mary d’Este Sturges, founder of Desti Beauty Products, BFF of dancer Isadora Duncan, the 2nd Scarlet Woman of Aleister Crowley, mother of American playwright Preston Sturges, and so much more.… Continue Reading
Black Flame PDX: LUX EX TENEBRIS is being held Portland, Oregon, on the weekend of April 26th-28th, 2019. This event will feature esoterically oriented speakers, musical performers, visual artists and more. The event’s site states: Free-thinkers and rebels are invited to… Continue Reading