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Ronnie Pontiac | Remembering Manly P. Hall, American Metaphysical Religion, & The Pagan Pilgrim

Feb 29, 2024
Exploring esoteric roots of America with Ronnie Pontiac, mentorship by Manly P. Hall, controversy surrounding Hall's legacy, Tom Morton's clash with Pilgrims, John Winthrop Jr.'s alchemy and indigenous rights, hidden knowledge and upcoming meetup events
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Quick takeaways

  • Manly P. Hall mentored Ronnie Pontiac, influencing his diverse career path.
  • Tom Morton's inclusive approach clashed with puritans' fear-driven beliefs in early American colonization.

Deep dives

Tom Morton's Approach to the Colonies and the Conflict with Puritans

Tom Morton, a figure in the Boston colony, introduced a refreshingly different approach to interaction with the tribes and diverse individuals in the New World. Unlike the fearful puritans, he sought to understand and embrace the beliefs and practices of the indigenous tribes, creating a welcoming environment at his trading post, Marymount. This approach, focused on mutual respect and open communication, contrasted sharply with the puritans' judgmental and fearful attitudes. As Morton's success and influence grew, tensions escalated with the puritans, leading to legal actions and conflicts over his inclusive social gatherings and his efforts to help those condemned to slavery escape their fate.

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