Monthly Archives: May 2013

The Eight-Point Star to My Wandering Bark

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Symbol Reader

I never wanted my blog to be an encyclopedia of symbols. First of all, I am not an expert and encyclopedias are written by experts. But more importantly, I think talking about symbols should rather resemble telling stories, showing images, … Continue reading →

Posted in The Eight-Point Star | Tagged 8-point star, Anthony Aveni, archetypes, astrology, Cirlot, images, Inanna, Ishtar, Jung, Margate Shell Grotto, numerology, pagan wheel of the year, symbolism, symbols, Venus, Venus evening star | 38 Comments

The One Divine Highway

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Symbol Reader

I looked at the following aims and ideals of Self-Realization Fellowship as set forth by Paramahansa Yogananda, its founder, and realized how deeply I identify with all of them and how I have always wanted to make number 3 my … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged consciousness, God, higher Self, self realization, Self-Realization Fellowship, spirituality, unity, wholeness, Yogananda | 18 Comments

In Heraclitus’ River: The Mystery of Time

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Symbol Reader

1. Time is the substance I am made of. Time is a river which sweeps me along, but I am the river; it is a tiger which destroys me, but I am the tiger; it is a fire which consumes … Continue reading →

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Archetype Lupus and Astronomy – the Sirius Case

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Symbol Reader

Originally posted on stOttilien:
This is an extension of the last post: the archetype of the wolf. I am a hobby astronomer and fond of its older sister Astrology. So lets look to the Wolf from that perspective. The wolf…

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