Inner Life, Talks and Thoughts Awake! William Blake and the Power of Imagination. A conversation with Jane Clark and Nikos Yiangou
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Jul 15, 2025 Mark Vernon, a British author and psychotherapist, sheds light on the multifaceted genius of William Blake. He discusses Blake's sharp critiques of modernity and his profound mystical experiences. The conversation explores the transformative power of imagination, connecting it to the realms of science and art. Themes of innocence and wisdom are examined, highlighting their relevance today. Vernon also delves into Blake's revolutionary interpretations of Christianity, emphasizing forgiveness as a path to deeper spirituality.
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Blake: Thinker and Mystic
- William Blake was both a sharp thinker and a religious visionary who criticized emerging modern ideas of his time.
- He lived daily with supernatural perceptions and was a clear Christian mystic connecting to a sidelined mystical core of Western Christianity.
Imagination is Reality Itself
- Blake saw imagination as ontologically real and not just a private faculty we possess.
- He believed imagination drives reality itself, and our perception narrows when its doors are closed, limiting true vision.
Opening Doors of Perception
- Trust your subtle inklings and perceptions as initial guides to imagination.
- Develop practices to amplify and discern these perceptions to open the doors of perception.
