Occult of Personality

Podcast 46 - Fraternity of the Hidden Light’s Steward, Dr. Paul Clark

nobody@vox.com(Occult of Personality) — Mon, 05 May 2008 02:11:18 +0200

Dr. Paul Clark is a renowned writer and lecturer, as well as the Steward of the Fraternity of the Hidden Light, or F.L.O. (Fraternitas L.V.X. Occulta). F.L.O. is a Mystery school in the western esoteric tradition. Dr. Clark joins us to discuss the nature and purpose of the Fraternity of the Hidden Light, and what it offers to its members.

Fraternity of the Hidden Light

“Dr. Paul Clark began esoteric studies at an early age by corresponding with W.E. Butler. When Paul reached the age of twelve, W.E. Butler suggested Paul contact the Reverend Ann Davies, who was then Prolocutor-General of the Builders of the Adytum and thus began a long and rewarding relationship. Paul spent the next thirteen years studying under Ann Davies and Paul was a member of a select circle of seven “stewards” receiving advanced instruction directly from Ann.

In 1982, Paul and a group of Initiates of high grade, founded the Fraternity of the Hidden Light, an Aquarian Age Mystery School. As Steward of the Fraternity, Paul is known for his ability to inspire others to take their spiritual evolution in hand so that they may achieve their full potential as co-creators.

Paul has written several books including “The Book of the Rose”, “The Secret Cipher of the Golden Dawn” and “The Broken Seal” and has authored two instructional courses taken by numerous students around the world: “The Threshold” and “The Path of Return”.”

Universum excerpt

Our discussion also covers the influence of Paul Foster Case and Ann Davies, the importance and relevance of Qabalah to the study of esoteric science, the symbolism of the Tarot, and the purpose of ceremonial magick. These modalities of study allow us insight and unfoldment that has proven effective for seekers throughout the ages. The importance of balance and aligning the self-conscious and the subconscious is also stressed. Lastly, Paul also shares his hopes for the future with us.

Key 18 - The Moon

“My presence is the cause of every form,
And to those who have eyes to see,
Wherever a man may plant his foot is holy ground.

Not alone in sanctuaries set apart,
But in the street and market-place,
In the abode of sin
As well as in the house of prayer,
Mayest thou say with thy Father Jacob,
“Surely the Lord is in this place;
And I knew it not.”

Verily, thy consciousness of body
Is my self-knowledge of form,
And by that knowledge working in thee
Do I maintain thine existence
In all states and conditions.

Behold, I dwell with thee, O Israel,
And thou dwellest with me.
Take heed
That thou despise not thy Lord in human form.

- excerpt from “The Meditation on Qoph” in “The Book of Tokens”

relevant links:

Fraternity of the Hidden Light - “An Aquarian Age Mystery School of the Western Esoteric Tradition”

“Behind the Veil” - Fraternity of the Hidden Light mission statement

“Declaratio Lucis”

“On the Threshold” - correspondence course work

F.L.O. “Document Archive”

“Podcast 42 - The Life and Work of Dr. Paul Foster Case”

“Ann Davies” Wikipedia entry

“The Book of the Rose” by Paul A. Clark

“The Broken Seal and Other Cases” by Paul A. Clark

“Magic, Mysticism, and Initiation” video lecture by Dr. Paul Clark

intro music by HipGnosis

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direct link to download .mp3 audio file -- http://www.occultofpersonality.com/podpress_trac/web/69/0/OoP_Podcast46_PaulClark_it.mp3

Podcast 46 - Fraternity of the Hidden Light's Steward, Dr. Paul Clark

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Podcast 45 - The Hermetic Work of Paul Tisdell

nobody@vox.com(Occult of Personality) — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 14:14:28 +0200

Paul Tisdell is a surfer, initiate, scribe, and teacher. He joins us to discuss his awakening process and spiritual journey, the compilation of Wisdom, and his work in the field of Hermes.

Mysteries of Yesod 1 by Paul Tisdell

Our conversation begins with Paul describing how he was made aware of his purpose and the amazing experiences that this journey entailed. He talks about his initiation, trials, and the concept that rose above all others - Love.

Mysteries of Yesod 2 by Paul Tisdell

Our conversation also covers the Royal Art of Alchemy, the sacred flame, Tarot, Qabalah, the importance of timing, and his impressions of teaching the Wisdom.

Key 20 - Judgement

I AM the circle of eternal flame,
Self-fed.

From this Fire all things proceed,
In it all things have their being,
And to it all return.

To the unenlightened
It is a devouring flame,
And therefore is it the fang of death;
For by my transforming power
Do I cause the cessation of mine expression
In created forms,
And the unwise see not that cessation in one form
Is but the transition to another.

SHIN, the TOOTH or fang,
Is the perfect circle also,
Without beginning,
Without end.
This the wise perceive,
And know that for no creature
Can there be death.

Triple is my flame in manifestation,
And one in essence.
Three tongues of Fire,
Three manifesting Words,
And One Being whence all come forth.
One Archetypal world,
One creative letter.
And three worlds derived therefrom.
Such is the manifestation of the sacred Fire.

- Paul Foster Case, excerpt from “The Meditation On Shin,” from “The Book of Tokens”

relevant links:

Spiritual Life - The Hermetic Work of Paul Tisdell

“Works of Paul Tisdell”

“Holy Flame”

“The Christos Meditation Practice”

“The Mysteries of Yesod”

Emerald Tablet Yahoo! group

intro music by HipGnosis

outro music excerpt of “Dark Star -> Beautiful Jam” by Grateful Dead

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Podcast 45 - The Hermetic Work of Paul Tisdell

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Podcast 41 - Journey to the East

nobody@vox.com(Occult of Personality) — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 14:02:00 +0100

Podcast 41 - Journey to the East

CreativeCosmos

Original link -- http://www.occultofpersonality.com/2008/02/10/podcast-41-journey-to-the-east/

Our friend Christopher Moors returns in this episode to talk about the “Journey to the East.” Our conversation involves Chris’ Zen outlook and insights. This west meets east spiritual combination has manifested in Chris’ life and Work.

Westeast final 2 by Christopher Moors

We speak about the process of creating internal stillness, the Road to Inner Light, ways of being, maintaining a fluid consciousness, making the leap from the head to the heart, and the historical and mythological journeys of others that we can use as examples and inspiration. Also notable is the importance of not creating beliefs by grasping for conclusions.

“… this Magick is really symbolic of the Truth of our own life and our own existence. The Magick is real and the Magick can be all of ours when we uncover / recover the meaning and depth of our Soul.”

- Christopher Moors

Atman Revelation by Christopher Moors

relevant links:

Creative Cosmos

“Pearly Gates Press” by Christopher Moors

“Podcast 32 - On the Spiritual Path with Christopher Moors”

“Zen” Wikipedia entry

“Tao Te Ching” by Lao Tsu

“Alan Watts” Wikipedia entry

“Alan Watts Teaches Meditation”

“Osho” Wikipedia entry

“Paramahansa Yogananda” Wikipedia entry

“Whispers From Eternity” by Paramahansa Yogananda

“The Journey to the East” by Herman Hesse (PDF file download)

“Fama Fraternitatis”

“T. Lobsang Rampa, An Introduction” by Gray Barker

T. Lobsang Rampa (many PDF files available here)

Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh

“Peace Is Every Step: The Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life” by Thich Nhat Hanh, Amazon US

Eastern Philosophy & Religion section of books written by Manly P. Hall

Self-Development & Meditation section of books written by Manly P. Hall

“Vipassanā” Wikipedia entry

“Tao of Jeet Kun Do” by Bruce Lee, Amazon US

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Podcast 40 - Enter the Labyrinth

nobody@vox.com(Occult of Personality) — Sat, 02 Feb 2008 19:01:31 +0100

Podcast 40 - Enter the Labyrinth

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In this episode, we enter the Labyrinth of the Psychonaut, the domain of Steve Willner. Steve creates videos that highlight the synchromystic connections between movies, music, poetry, science, and philosophy.

By highlighting seemingly disparate connections, Steve’s videos blur the lines between the areas of the spiritual, metaphysical, mystical, and physical. One of his most popular videos is entitled, “Hollow Earth, Agartha, DNA, Serpent Magnetism.”

Ultimately, Steve’s work points directly to the concept that the Universe is alive, sentient, and communicating with us, if we’ll only listen. In our conversation, we cover many topics including those of religion, consciousness, new physics, sacred geometry, ancient civilizations, and the epic battle between the forces of Light and Darkness.

Labyrinth of the Psychonaut blog

Labyrinth of the Psychonaut - high-quality DVD copies of Steve’s videos available for sale

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Podcast 37 - Jason Augustus Newcomb

nobody@vox.com(Occult of Personality) — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 22:54:31 +0100

Podcast 37 - Jason Augustus Newcomb

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In this episode, we’re joined by student, teacher, and author Jason Augustus Newcomb. Our wide-ranging conversation covers many areas including Jason’s path, his work with “The New Hermetics,” magickal practice, consciousness, and his writings.

Among his newer books that we discuss are “The Book of Magick Power,” a comprehensive and practical guide to the study and practice of the Art, and “The Brotherhood of Light and Darkness,” an occult novel set in modern times.

“I’d like to see people who are magickal attempting to get along better with one another. Not necessarily working together in circles, but working together in harmony to create a Divine world here on this plane. And I’d like to see people being good to each other. The injustices of the world are all within each of us …”

- Jason Augustus Newcomb

The New Hermetics - Jason’s web site

Jason’s books and CD’s

Jason’s articles (scroll to the bottom of the page for Inspired Writings section)

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Podcast 32 - On the Spiritual Path with Christopher Moors

nobody@vox.com(Occult of Personality) — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 17:52:53 +0100

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Christopher Moors of CreativeCosmos.org joins us to discuss the Spiritual Path, both his own and the greater Path.

Christopher describes a personal relationship with the Divine, his beginnings as a musician, first coming to an awareness of the “Harmony of the Spheres,” and then learning to have no fear. He also speaks of the importance of cultivating the silence within and then coming to know the Truth of the Hidden Light and how that changes each of those it touches. We also get into the fascinating subject of past lives and Christopher’s experiences and perspective.

Don’t miss Christopher’s new publication, “Pearly Gates Press,” a book containing fascinating material on the astral realm, angels, demons, and entities, increasing psychic abilities, and the metaphysical arts.

CreativeCosmos.org

“Pearly Gates Press” by Christopher Moors

Christopher Moors interviews on Red Ice Creations Radio

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Pinchbeck vs. Strieber

nobody@vox.com(Occult of Personality) — Sat, 15 Sep 2007 17:34:15 +0200

Check out an interesting discussion on future perspectives and the nature of 2012. Daniel Pinchbeck (glass half-full) dissects Whitley Strieber's (half-empty) views about the future of humanity. Very dramatic.

Direct link to .mp3 -- http://strieber.streamguys.net/091507.mp3

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Alien Dreamtime: My Fight with Whitley Strieber

This is a long-winded preamble to a post on my fight, during a taped radio interview that will be aired this weekend, with the bestselling author of alien abduction memoirs and science fiction novels, and Dreamtime radio host, Whitley Strieber. Both Strieber and I were surprised by the virulence of this verbal battle - he said that I had assaulted him in his very being, and that we were no longer friends - but actually it was quite predictable based on my analysis of his work and the alien abduction phenomenon in 2012. (Strieber writes on his view of our argument here.)

I suspected that Strieber was influenced by the force that the visionary philosopher Rudolf Steiner called “Ahriman,” the evil spirit who pulls humanity down into minerality, materiality, sterile technology, and extinction.

and unfortunately he is helping disseminate their negative and destructive frequency into human culture and consciousness

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Podcast 23 - Neil Hague

nobody@vox.com(Occult of Personality) — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 15:41:56 +0200

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Artist, writer, and visionary Neil Hague joins us to discuss his work and many related subjects. The mastery of painting and drawing that allows him to portray profound ideas is remarkable.

Neil and I discuss a wide range of topics including consciousness, creativity, art, mysticism, spirituality, religion, and tarot. I think you’ll find Neil’s perspective to be quite interesting and uplifting. Be sure to check out Neil’s excellent books - “Journeys in the Dreamtime,” which explores the ‘illusion of time’ and ancient myths and archetypes as understood by the great visionaries, as well as, “Through Ancient Eyes - Seeing Hidden Dimensions - Exploring Art and Soul Connections.”

Neil’s work is not only enjoyable and informative, it is quite important to truly understanding the world around us and how it came to be so.

Neil Hague’s web site - NeilHague.com, which has a lot of wonderful artwork and articles

Books by Neil - includes “Journeys Into Dreamtime” and “Through Ancient Eyes”

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Podcast 20 - The 8-Circuit Model of Consciousness

nobody@vox.com(Occult of Personality) — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 02:11:27 +0200

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Frater WIT returns (see podcast 10) to discuss Dr. Timothy Leary’s 8 neural circuit model of consciousness. Frater WIT is the author of “Enochian Initiation” and creator of The Computerized Grimoire. He has many years of experience with the occult, ceremonial magick, and higher consciousness that he brings to the table, making his perspective quite valuable.

above: Dr. Timothy Leary (r) with Dr. Albert Hoffman (l), the creator of LSD, in a ‘93 photograph

We discuss Dr. Timothy Leary’s life and work, his 8 neural circuit model, past lives, the evolution of consciousness and humanity, and the use of ceremonial magick to achieve higher states of consciousness instead of “substances.”

Thanks again to Frater WIT.

“8-Circuit Model of Consciousness” Wikipedia entry

Dr. Timothy Leary

“Timothy Leary” Wikipedia entry

“Collective Unconscious” Wikipedia entry

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Podcast 10 - "Enochian Initiation"

nobody@vox.com(Occult of Personality) — Tue, 08 May 2007 08:07:46 +0200

Occult of Personality Podcast 10 - "Enochian Initiation"

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Frater W.I.T. joins us for a discussion of his book, “Enochian Initiation,” in which he describes the effects of the process by which he completed a number of magickal workings. We review a bit of the history of the Enochian tradition of Dr. John Dee, the various interpretations of magickal results, and how these workings relate to consciousness and reality.

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