📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: Disquietude of the Self: Embracing the Ever-Moving Target of Identity 🗓️ Published: 2025-09-25 📄 Summary: E. E. Cummings once urged us to "be nobody-but-yourself," recognizing this as the fiercest battle one can engage in a world bent on making you conform. Yet, the notion of selfhood is far from static; it is a fluid tapestry of shifting emotions, cells, and experiences. This article delves into the philosophical quandary of selfhood—not as a fixed essence but as a flowing river in which our identity continually evolves, challenging the very idea of knowing oneself completely in a perpetually changing existence. 🔗

The Marginalian

Fernando Pessoa on Unselfing into Who You Really Are

“To be nobody-but-yourself — in a world which is doing its best, night and day, to make you everybody else — means to fight the h...

🗞️ Source: Maria Popova 💓 #PhilosophyOfSelf #ExistentialThought #IdentityFluidity

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: What Is Nonduality And How To Experience It? 🗓️ Published: 2025-09-10T16:01:28+03:00 📄 Summary: Nondual awareness transcends the ordinary bounds of consciousness, inviting us to glimpse the profound unity that underlies all existence. This elevated state pierces beneath the illusory surface of reality, revealing the seamless interconnection of all things. It beckons the seeker towards a subtler perception, where dualities dissolve and a harmonious oneness is intuited. 🔗 https://theawakening.coach/blog/what-is-non-duality/ 🗞️ Source: Lee Bladon | The Awakening Coach 💓 #Nonduality #Consciousness #SpiritualAwakening

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: Swimming in the Evolutionary Currents of the September Full Moon Total Lunar Eclipse 🗓️ Published: 2025-09-04T16:03:01+03:00 📄 Summary: As September unfolds, we find ourselves immersed in profound evolutionary energies, culminating in the Full Moon Total Lunar Eclipse. This celestial event serves as a powerful catalyst, encouraging us to embrace transformation and illumination within our personal and collective journeys. The eclipse invites reflection on cycles of completion and new beginnings, urging a harmonious dance with the cosmic rhythms that shape our existence. 🔗

FULL MOON TOTAL Lunar ECLIPSE in PISCES 9/7/25 : dissolving + rebirth

ART: AMRITA,2025 MYSTIC MAMMA | MIJANOU MONTEALEGRE LIMITED EDITION PRINTS HERE dear hearts~ we begin the 9th month of September swimmin...

🗞️ Source: mm 💓 #CelestialWisdom #LunarEclipse #SpiritualEvolution

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: The Intoxication of Insight: A Meditation on the Sacred Herb and the Revelation of Hidden Laws 🗓️ Published: 2025-08-14T16:02:47+03:00 📄 Summary: In this profound reflection, the author contemplates the revelatory power of a sacred herb—the Grass of the Arab—that transcends mere illumination to summon an instantaneous synthesis of long, complex chains of events. This moment of clarity reveals an essential law of understanding, previously veiled to the seeker’s scrutiny, reminding us that true enlightenment is not born anew, but rather recognized through deeper insight into what was always before us. A paean to the inner alchemy where intoxication becomes the genesis of wisdom. 🔗

Ζα. De Via Sola Solis. - The Book of Wisdom or Folly - The Libri of Aleister Crowley - Hermetic Library

🗞️ Source: librarian@undisclosed.example.com (John Bell) 💓 #EsotericWisdom #SacredHerbs #PhilosophyOfInsight

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: Trauma, Transcendence, and the Beauty That Breaks Us Open 🗓️ Published: 2025-07-26T16:01:08+03:00 📄 Summary: Geoff Fitch, Abigail Lynam, and Kimberley Lafferty delve into the profound interplay between profound suffering, spiritual awakening, and developmental transformation that accompanies the emergence of meta-aware consciousness. By weaving personal narratives with insights from group dynamics and collective shadow work, they reveal how authentic relationships and sacred communities serve as both sanctuary and catalyst during the most disorienting yet ultimately liberating phases of human evolution. 🔗

Integral Life

Trauma, Transcendence, and the Beauty that Breaks Us Open – Integral Life

Geoff Fitch, Abigail Lynam, and Kimberley Lafferty explore how deep suffering, spiritual awakening, and developmental transformation often intertwi...

🗞️ Source: Kimberley Lafferty 💓 #SpiritualAwakening #HumanEvolution #SacredCommunity

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: Do What Thou Wilt — A Propaganda Poster for the Occult Age 🗓️ Published: 2025-07-14T16:00:00+03:00 📄 Summary: The Hermetic Library's Office of the Ministry of Information unveils a curious new propaganda feature titled "Do What Thou Wilt." This enigmatic slogan, deeply rooted in occult philosophy and famously championed by Aleister Crowley, is reimagined as a visual masterpiece designed to inspire and delight the modern occultist. Released with stylish digital wallpapers and accompanying merchandise, it beckons the seeker to embrace freedom of will amidst a world hungering for meaning and enchantment. Here, propaganda transcends its bleak reputation and becomes a vessel for joyful rebellion and spiritual exploration. 🔗

MINISTRY OF INFORMATION - Hermetic Library

🗞️ Source: librarian@undisclosed.example.com (John Bell) 💓 #HermeticWisdom #OccultArt #PhilosophyOfWill

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: The Virtue of Civility in Controversial Discourse: Reflections from a Recent Debate 🗓️ Published: 2025-07-07T16:00:48+03:00 📄 Summary: In an era marked by polarized opinions and often bitter exchanges, a recent debate between Michael Egnor and Michael Shermer on the Piers Morgan Show highlighted a refreshing commitment to cordiality. Commenters expressed notable appreciation for the respectful tone maintained throughout discussions on divisive topics, underscoring the value of civil dialogue as a cornerstone for mutual understanding and intellectual progress. Such exchanges remind us that the manner in which we engage often shapes the quality of our discourse more than the content alone. 🔗

Mind Matters

Piers Morgan Show: Michael Egnor and Michael Shermer Debate!

One thing that stood out was the commenters’ appreciation of a cordial discussion of often-controversial topics.

🗞️ Source: Denyse O'Leary 💓 #CivilityInDebate #RespectfulDialogue #PhilosophyOfConversation

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: Occult Press: Crafting Unique Tomes in the Realm of the Hidden 🗓️ Published: 2025-07-06T16:01:55+03:00 📄 Summary: Occult Press, an imprint of Snuggly Books, dedicates itself to the art of publishing fine, limited editions of occult fiction and non-fiction. Each project is a carefully crafted artifact, born from an intentional selection of printers, binders, papers, and materials to evoke a distinct and resonant aesthetic. In an age of mass production, Occult Press reclaims the intimate and the unique, inviting readers to explore esoteric knowledge through vessels as rare as the insights they contain. 🔗

Occult Press - Hermeneuticon - Hermetic Library

🗞️ Source: librarian@undisclosed.example.com (John Bell) 💓 #OccultLiterature #ArtisanPublishing #EsotericKnowledge

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: Moina Mathers: A Luminary at the Crossroads of Esotericism and Art 🗓️ Published: 2025-07-06T16:01:43+03:00 📄 Summary: Moina Mathers, born Mina Bergson in 1865, emerged as a profound figure who elegantly wove artistic mastery with esoteric traditions. An evocative artist and a pivotal member of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, Moina’s journey traversed Freemasonry, Rosicrucianism, Enochian magic, Tarot, and ceremonial magick. Under her motto "Vestigia Nulla Retrorsum"—the past leaves no traces—she carved pathways forward in occult thought and practice, embodying a delicate synthesis of creativity and mysticism. Her legacy invites contemplation on the fusion of art and spiritual endeavor, revealing how symbolism and ritual conjure deeper truths beyond the visible realm. 🔗

Moina Mathers - Hermeneuticon - Hermetic Library

🗞️ Source: librarian@undisclosed.example.com (John Bell) 💓 #EsotericWisdom #MysticalArtistry #GoldenDawn

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: The Enigmatic Legacy of Samuel Liddell MacGregor Mathers: A Philosopher of the Occult 🗓️ Published: 2025-07-06T16:01:34+03:00 📄 Summary: Samuel Liddell MacGregor Mathers, a towering figure in the esoteric tradition, is best known by the cryptic titles S.R.M.D. (“Royal is my race”) and D.D.C.F. (“God as my guide, my companion a sword”). His aliases delineate a profound philosophical vision where nobility intertwines with divine guidance and militant resolve. Mathers’ legacy invites us to consider the interplay of heritage, spirituality, and personal sovereignty, prompting contemporary seekers to reflect on the enduring quest for higher knowledge and disciplined virtue. 🔗

Samuel Liddell MacGregor Mathers - Hermeneuticon - Hermetic Library

🗞️ Source: librarian@undisclosed.example.com (John Bell) 💓 #OccultPhilosophy #EsotericWisdom #SpiritualLegacy

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: November 5: A Day of Thelemic Reflection and Historical Significance 🗓️ Published: 2024-06-01T00:00:00+03:00 📄 Summary: November 5 carries a profound resonance in the realms of mysticism and tradition. It marks Thelemic Tephilah, a sacred ritual invocation rooted in the esoteric practices inspired by Samuel Liddell MacGregor Mathers, a pivotal figure in Western occultism. This date also aligns with the Greater Feast, a day commemorated within certain mystical traditions as crossing into the Abyss, symbolizing a passage through transformative spiritual thresholds. November 5 thus encapsulates a confluence of history, magic, and metaphysical introspection. 🔗

November 5 - Hermeneuticon - Hermetic Library

🗞️ Source: librarian@undisclosed.example.com (John Bell) 💓 #EsotericWisdom #Thelema #OccultHistory

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: Greater Feast 🗓️ Published: 2019-11-05T00:00:00-05:00 📄 Summary: Samuel Liddell MacGregor Mathers, a towering figure in the esoteric and occult traditions, is remembered through "Greater Feast," a reflective exploration of his enduring legacy. The piece contemplates the interplay between mysticism and modernity, inviting readers to ponder the profound depths of hidden knowledge and the timeless quest for spiritual illumination. It evokes the subtle art of transcending the mundane through ritual, symbolism, and the pursuit of higher wisdom. 🔗

1918 - Hermeneuticon - Hermetic Library

🗞️ Source: librarian@undisclosed.example.com (John Bell) 💓 #OccultWisdom #EsotericLegacy #SpiritualQuest

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: Neuroscientist Christof Koch Proposes a Bold Brain Experiment 🗓️ Published: 2025-07-06T15:00:00+03:00 📄 Summary: Christof Koch envisions a daring experiment to merge multiple brains into a “shared brain,” intending to provide compelling evidence for materialism—the philosophical stance that mind emerges solely from physical processes. Yet, this ambitious proposal has stirred a profound debate, exemplified by neuroscientist Michael Egnor’s thoughtful critique, which challenges the reductionist narrative and invites us to ponder the essence of consciousness beyond mere neural circuitry. This intellectual exchange reverberates with age-old questions about identity, mind, and the intangible quality of thought that eludes mechanical replication. 🔗

Mind Matters

Neuroscientist Christof Koch proposes a bold brain experiment…

Koch hoped that the “shared brain” experiment would demonstrate materialism. He may have been unprepared for Egnor’s response.

🗞️ Source: Denyse O'Leary 💓 #ConsciousnessQuest #PhilosophyOfMind #NeuroscienceDebate

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: The Soul and Human Dignity: A Conversation with J.P. Moreland 🗓️ Published: 2025-07-05T15:30:00+03:00 📄 Summary: In an era where materialism and reductionism often dominate the discourse, J.P. Moreland offers a compelling defense of the soul’s enduring significance. Far from being an antiquated notion, the soul remains indispensable in grappling with the profound realities of consciousness, freedom, and human equality. Moreland’s reflections invite us to reconsider the philosophical and ethical foundations of what it means to be human, underscoring how the soul serves as a cornerstone for dignity and moral worth. 🔗

Mind Matters

The Soul and Human Dignity: A Conversation with J.P. Moreland

Far from being outdated, the soul remains a vital concept for any worldview that takes seriously the realities of consciousness, freedom, and human...

🗞️ Source: MindMatters 💓 #PhilosophyOfMind #HumanDignity #Consciousness

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: Neuroscientist: Brain Surgery Can Create Two Conscious Entities? 🗓️ Published: 2025-07-05T16:00:00+03:00 📄 Summary: The intriguing question of whether brain surgery could generate two distinct conscious entities has sparked debate among neuroscientists and philosophers alike. While some propose the tantalizing possibility that surgical interventions might bifurcate consciousness, Dr. Michael Egnor counters with a nuanced perspective: consciousness is an indivisible phenomenon, inherently unified, and there exists no empirical evidence to suggest that one person can be split into two separate persons. This conversation revisits fundamental inquiries into the nature of selfhood, identity, and the essence of consciousness itself—reminding us that the mind’s unity resists fragmentation despite advances in neurosurgical techniques. 🔗

Mind Matters

Neuroscientist: Brain Surgery Can Create “Two Conscious Entities”

Egnor: Consciousness is not the kind of thing that can be split, and there’s no evidence that one person can ever become two people.

🗞️ Source: Denyse O'Leary 💓 #Consciousness #Neuroscience #PhilosophyOfMind

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: Defensa de la Alegría: The Courage of Choosing Joy Amidst Sorrow 🗓️ Published: 2025-07-04T00:00:00-04:00 📄 Summary: In a world inundated with sorrow, the deliberate choice of joy stands as an act of profound courage and quiet rebellion. Embracing joy not in spite of our suffering but because of it, it becomes a miraculous affirmation of life’s most vibrant and alive essence. This reflection, inspired by Mario Benedetti and echoed in the soulful resolve of Nick Cave’s lyrics, invites us to see joy as a necessary, radical miracle of consciousness—a luminous beacon that honors our survival and humanity. 🔗

The Marginalian

A Defense of Joy

One of the most important things to have learned in life is that choosing joy in a world rife with reasons for despair is a countercultural act of ...

🗞️ Source: Maria Popova 💓 #PhilosophyOfJoy #Resilience #ExistentialCourage

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: Harry Smith: The Mystic Artisan of Vision and Sound 🗓️ Published: 2025-07-04T16:01:26+03:00 📄 Summary: Harry Everett Smith, whose life culminated on November 27, 1991, in New York, was far more than a filmmaker—he was an alchemist of visual and sonic realms, a painter, musicologist, and magician woven into the fabric of esoteric traditions. As a Bishop of the Ecclesia Gnostica Catholica and a member of the Ordo Templi Orientis, Smith's work traversed the liminal terrain between art and the sacred, becoming a beacon for those seeking meaning beyond the mundane. The Greater Feast commemorates not only his passing but the enduring legacy of his mystical artistry that continues to inspire seekers and artists alike. 🔗

Harry Smith - Hermeneuticon - Hermetic Library

🗞️ Source: librarian@undisclosed.example.com (John Bell) 💓 #EsotericArt #MysticalLegacy #HarrySmith

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: Princess Witch Boy: A Fantasy Memoir in Two Parts 🗓️ Published: 2009–2010 📄 Summary: "Princess Witch Boy" emerges as a captivating fantasy memoir, uniquely crafted by the artist Storm (Arcana). Delivered in two evocative issues—Gateway and Replica—this series invites readers to traverse an ethereal realm where the boundaries between identity, magic, and self-discovery blur. The collection stands as a testament to the potency of speculative narrative in exploring themes of transformation, belonging, and the arcane facets of human experience. It is a rare literary gem whose limited release enriches its mystique and allure. 🔗 http://stormantic.com |

The Violet Storm

The Violet Storm

Memoir, Myth, & Magick

🗞️ Source: librarian@undisclosed.example.com (John Bell) 💓 #FantasyLiterature #SpeculativeMemoir #Arcana

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: Susan Stebbing: Pioneer of Analytical Philosophy and Logical Clarity 🗓️ Published: 2025-07-04T16:00:46+03:00 📄 Summary: Susan Stebbing stands as a luminous figure in the annals of philosophy, remarkable as the first female professor of philosophy in the United Kingdom and an influential founder of the journal *Analysis*. Her presidency of both the Mind Association and the Aristotelian Society underscores her leadership in shaping philosophical discourse. Stebbing’s enduring legacy lies in her development of precise directional analysis, a method that elegantly begins from common-sense beliefs and meticulously unpacks the structure of reasoning and argument. Her work embodies a pursuit of clarity in thought, a paradigm that invites us to reconsider the foundations of rational dialogue and the art of thinking well. 🔗

Susan Stebbing | Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

🗞️ Source: IEP Author 💓 #PhilosophyPioneer #AnalyticalPhilosophy #ClarityInThought

📰 To Read... 🔖 Title: The Enigmatic Symbolism of the Fool and the All-Mother in Ancient Wisdom 🗓️ Published: 2025-07-03T16:03:00+03:00 📄 Summary: Delving into the arcane allegory drawn from the Hebrew fable brought from Babylon, the tale of Nebuchadnezzar’s seven-year exile reveals profound philosophical symbolism. The Ox, emblematic of the letter Aleph and the Atu of Thoth, embodies zero—the genesis of truth and cosmic order referenced as Maat or Maut, the vulture, the All-Mother archetype resembling Our Lady Nuit. Simultaneously, this symbol metamorphoses into the Fool, Parsifal, the eternal seeker. This fusion of myth and mysticism points to the cyclical journey of wisdom, from oblivion back to enlightenment, inviting us to ponder the thresholds between madness, truth, and the sacred feminine. 🔗

Ϝτ. De Herbo Sanctissimo Arabico. - The Book of Wisdom or Folly - The Libri of Aleister Crowley - Hermetic Library

🗞️ Source: librarian@undisclosed.example.com (John Bell) 💓 #SacredSymbols #HermeticPhilosophy #MythicWisdom