Podcast episodes – The Secret History of Western Esotericism Podcast (SHWEP) Prayer to the Gods of Night: The Near-Eastern Roots of Astrology
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Oct 25, 2017 AI Snips
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Seek The Night Sky For Perspective
- Go outside to a dark field and lie on your back to experience the awe of the night sky.
- That moment of perspective is important and easy to miss in daily life.
Heavens Mapped Onto Earth And Humans
- Western esotericism consistently maps heavenly structures onto earthly and human realities.
- The macrocosm-microcosm idea makes celestial movements relevant for medicine, magic, and soul ascent.
Dark Nights Made The Heavens Alive
- Modern skies feel empty partly because light and noise pollution drown out the heavens.
- Ancient peoples experienced the sky as populated and lively because nights were darker and quieter.