Ghostly idolatrous divinities are supernatural beings that are worshipped and revered in various cultures and religions around the world. These spiritual entities are believed to possess special powers and abilities and are often considered to be intermediaries between humans and the divine. In many ancient civilizations, such as the Egyptians, Greeks, and Mayans, ghostly idolatrous divinities played a significant role in religious rituals and ceremonies. These deities were believed to have control over various aspects of life, including fertility, agriculture, war, and death. The people would offer sacrifices and prayers to these beings in order to gain their favor and blessings. One example of a ghostly idolatrous divinity is the Egyptian god Anubis.
Then she tells me somewhat defiantly that she can’t pay for a reading because her stepmother keeps her trapped at home doing all the heavy housework. She doesn’t get spending money, just leftovers from the family meals and a few miserable rags to wear. But she tells me she can probably sneak out of the house again next week while her stepmother and stepsisters are at the hairdresser and repay me by helping with my housework.
Then she tells me somewhat defiantly that she can t pay for a reading because her stepmother keeps her trapped at home doing all the heavy housework. Readers who are used to the current of Hermetic teaching set in motion by the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, which lies behind most occultism in the English-speaking world, may find themselves surprised by the very different approaches Mouni Sadhu presents here and elsewhere in his works.
One example of a ghostly idolatrous divinity is the Egyptian god Anubis. Anubis was the god of mummification and the afterlife, and was often depicted as a human figure with the head of a jackal. The ancient Egyptians believed that he would guide the souls of the deceased through the underworld and help them reach the afterlife.
The Quintessence Spread
Quintessence, the Quinta Essentia, the Fifth Element: to philosophers and alchemists it’s the spiritual dimension underlying the material world; the subtle fluid that binds all creation together; the spirit that shines from the heart; and the vital force that animates the four elements.
We can extract the quintessence of a situation with a spread found in nearly every European tarot book. Four cards are laid out to the left, right, top and bottom like the center of the Celtic Cross. A fifth card in the center distills the essence of the four cards.
The spread positions are organized into two sets of polarities. The cards on the horizontal axis could be pro-con, positive-negative, help-hindrance, past-future, or self-other. The two vertical cards might be advice and outcome, what is known and what is hidden, the foundation and the crown, or the advice and the result. Use your imagination to adapt spread positions to the question.
For the fifth card, add up the sum of the four cards, reduce the sum to a number below twenty-two and put the corresponding trump card in the center.
French and Italian tarot readers use just the major arcana with this spread. I’ve turned the European method on its head by using only the minor arcana except for the trump card in the center. I read this card as the underlying theme, lesson or message of the reading.
Let’s see this spread in action with a reading I did recently for a fairy tale princess.
Last month a waif in ragged clothes rushed into my booth in the market square. She looked up and down the street nervously before pulling the curtains tight and telling me that she snuck out of the house while her stepmother and stepsisters were being fitted for ball gowns.
Then she tells me somewhat defiantly that she can’t pay for a reading because her stepmother keeps her trapped at home doing all the heavy housework. She doesn’t get spending money, just leftovers from the family meals and a few miserable rags to wear. But she tells me she can probably sneak out of the house again next week while her stepmother and stepsisters are at the hairdresser and repay me by helping with my housework.
It was a slow day, and I felt sorry for the poor mite, so I motioned her to sit down. The false bravado fell away and she became the sad, vulnerable child she really was. “Is it ever going to change?” She asked in a quivering voice. “Am I ever going to wear nice clothes, have friends, maybe even a boyfriend? My stepsisters have everything and I have nothing! My stepmother hates me and treats me like a slave”.
I shuffled the minor arcana of my 200-year-old Italian deck and laid out four cards in a cross to give an overview of her situation and a possible future. Here’s what I told her.
The Two of Swords shows what is working against you. See that young, healthy laurel branch with the red berries? There’s so much youth and vitality and potential in you, but it’s held in suspension, as if floating in a bubble. But the walls of this bubble are thin and easily breached. Your situation is not crushing you. You’re just in a holding pattern until your moment comes to emerge into the sunlight.
The Queen of Cups is working for your benefit. She’s a loving, maternal figure who has your best interests at heart. Look at that large chalice festooned with a garland. It looks like the queen has a gift for you.
The Nine of Coins at the top shows a way to rise above your situation and transform it. I realize nothing in your life up to this point has given you a reason to believe this is true — but this card is asking you to have faith and believe that the universe is basically generous and supportive. If you believe your circumstances can change, and if you can envision a better future, then the universe is waiting to grant your every wish.
The Three of Cups on the bottom shows future possibilities. The heart-shaped vine supporting the top cup promises much love and happiness in your future.
The sum of the four cards is 18. (I count the court cards as 2, 3, 4 and 5). The quintessence of this spread is Trump 18, the Moon. Magic in the moonlight. Midnight – when the moon rides high in the sky. Everything in this spread – the wealth, the love, her mother’s spirit, seems like a misty illusion to her – the foolish dreams of a kitchen drudge. I encourage her to believe that it’s all possible and it all can become real. With magical assistance, her life will be transformed. She says she’ll go to her mother’s grave that night and pray that this reading comes true.
Postscript: Cinderella has become a kind and generous monarch, loved by her people. She didn’t forget the old fortune teller who encouraged her to believe in a better future. Thanks to Cinderella’s generosity, I quit that drafty booth in the marketplace. Now I read my cards in front of a cozy fireplace in my snug cottage on the edge of town.
French and Italian tarot readers use just the major arcana with this spread. I’ve turned the European method on its head by using only the minor arcana except for the trump card in the center. I read this card as the underlying theme, lesson or message of the reading.
Similarly, in Greek mythology, the god Zeus was revered as the king of the gods and the ruler of the sky and thunder. He was seen as a powerful and just deity, and was worshipped through sacrifices and prayers. The Greeks believed that Zeus would protect them from harm and bring them good fortune. In some cultures, ghostly idolatrous divinities are believed to inhabit natural objects such as trees, rocks, and rivers. These objects are often considered sacred and are worshipped as representations of the divine. For example, the ancient Celts believed in various nature spirits and worshipped them by offering gifts and performing rituals in sacred groves and forests. However, it is important to note that the worship of ghostly idolatrous divinities is not universally accepted or practiced. Many religions, such as Christianity and Islam, consider idolatry to be a sin and view the worship of these beings as a form of polytheistic or false worship. In conclusion, ghostly idolatrous divinities have played a significant role in human history and culture. They have been worshipped and revered as powerful and supernatural beings, often believed to have control over various aspects of life. However, the worship of these entities is not universally accepted and is seen as a form of false worship in many religious traditions..
Reviews for "The Secret Teachings: Ghostly Idolatrous Divinities and Ancient Mysteries"
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"Ghostly idolatrous divinities" had an interesting concept, but unfortunately, it fell short in execution. The pacing was uneven, with long stretches of monotony followed by rushed and poorly resolved climaxes. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, making it hard to believe or invest in the interactions between the characters. Additionally, the author tried to include too many themes and motifs, cluttering the narrative and making it difficult to discern the central message or purpose of the story. While there were moments of potential, overall, I found this book to be underwhelming and would not recommend it to others seeking a captivating read.