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Iamblichus, Theurgy and The Body | Professor Gregory Shaw
Jun 12, 2024
Professor Gregory Shaw, religious studies professor, discusses Iamblichus, theurgy, and the body. Topics include the descent to gods, theurgic imagination, divination for soul development, cross-cultural comparisons, and the necessity of ceremony. Shaw's latest book, Hellenic Tantra, is highlighted as a must-read.
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- The myth of ASCENDING TO gods is challenged by the idea of DESCENT in theurgy.
- Iamblichus offers insights on theurgic imagination connecting with the spirit world.
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The Origin Story of Hellenic Tantra
The term 'Hellenic Tantra' originated from a critical email received by the speaker, disparaging his approach to scholarship on theurgy and Neoplatonism. Embracing this critique, the speaker decided to delve deeper into presenting Iamblichus and Theurgy as a form of Hellenic Tantra, highlighting the parallels between Tantra and Neoplatonic Theurgy, emphasizing a more engaged approach with the world.
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