The Tenth of a Second Detour. This article was originally published in the February 2007 issue of Fate Magazine. Mystical experiences often involve life and death situations.
The Evolving Soul. John, you have said that the soul evolves in the same framework as life evolves in the physical plane. Could you be more specific?
Plotinus and Swedenborg: This imaginary dialogue centers on the role of the sun in the theology of Emanuel Swedenborg in contrast to the system of Plotinus' Three Hypostases.
Sidereal Theology: It is an old idea, but in light of modern cosmology, and sound philosophical principles, a common conceptual foundation is possible that preserves individual religious ideals within a higher truth.
The Case for Soul Mates: For those of you interested in esoteric subjects, maybe this piece will interest you, it is a popular concept with many people.
Marriage: I have been asked about Gay Marriage, and my opinion about its status in society. There are not likely to be many people in agreement with me, but there is usually an alternative way to look at some things, and this is one of them. Here is my answer.
Pro-Choice–Pro-Life: After discussing marriage and children, this is a good place to approach another contentious subject: Pro-choice, and pro-life.
What is Astrology?: A statement concerning the fundamental beliefs about the truth regarding astrology is always helpful.
Power of the Symbol in Astrology: I wrote this to emphasize the dynamic aspect of psychological theory on astrological teachings.
Dialogue of a Problem This is an astrological problem that most astrologers do not want to talk about, and some don't even know about. It should be considered by every student in their early studies.
The Sentient Universe. A Treatise on the Structure of the Spiritual Universe. This work is available at the Azrael web site; it came into being in an effort to create a conceptual foundation for astrological thought that would withstand academic scrutiny and bring respect to this ancient truth.
Another perspective on Transits: This view explains how the motion of the planets affect an individual's response to them in reading a horoscope.
The world is facing a deadly situation with nuclear annihilation looming ever larger in our future. This is not a problem for the next generation to solve, as some of our leaders seem to think; it is virtually happening on TV before our eyes.
Within these electronic walls you are welcome to take the following ideas as they fit within your own conceptual framework, or even consider the reasons why they may not. The page of quotes is for your enjoyment, and possess a value that is unique to the one that reads them.
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Within our own inner landscape of thought, there may be found a place of particular joy and contentment that fits within the scheme of things but stands out as unique, a place of quiet contemplation where the search for truth finds rests upon its own pedestal, revealed in all its wonder and glory.
Empty House Interpretations: All the interpretations for the twelve houses are available by going to this page. If your horoscope contains any empty houses, then you will find a reading for those houses here.
Those countries building nuclear weapons that threaten innocent lives and peaceful nations need to be dealt with now. In my opinion, the US in concert with Israel should take out Iran's nuclear facilities. That would not surprise anyone. N. Korea is more problematic. The US could be in and out with surgical strikes to their nuclear program before the world knew what happened. Yes, China would have a fit, along with Russia and half the world, but not likely to start a global war. They might even be secretly overjoyed. South Korea is already under the threat of an invasion by North Korea, but the North might possibly deter any action after our brief incursion into their country. Especially after we drop all sanctions, establish an embassy, exchange diplomats, and open trade with them.
I believe taking preemptive action against rogue nations is less dangerous to the world than wasting diplomatic rhetoric that has achieved nothing. Even then, it only buys time that we desperately need to solve the larger problem of neutralizing nuclear weapons worldwide. In the end, doing nothing will get us all killed. Spread the word, write letters to our president, congress, and world leaders.