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E67 PD Newman: Theurgy

The Magician and the Fool Podcast

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Embrace Destiny to Alter Fate

Understanding that fate is not an unchangeable force can empower individuals to take action in their lives. By supplicating to divine figures like Ermias, one can seek to alter their misfortunes and navigate their destinies. While acknowledging one's subjection to the cosmic rulers and planetary movements, actively participating in existing circumstances, even those perceived negatively, can serve as a form of worship. Additionally, the existence of oracles across various traditions underscores the possibility of divine guidance, as their insights can prepare individuals for events beyond their control. The element of chance involved in divination reinforces the divine nature of such practices, emphasizing that while some aspects of fate are predetermined, there is always potential to shift or bypass those limits through inner acceptance and engagement.

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