The plant world is a complicated pharmacopeia. American philosophers and naturalists have long venerated the plant world for its ancient, primordial wisdom.

Gendün Chöphel was a rebellious Tibetan monk who, through his controversial writing and illustration, inspired radical change in Tibetan culture. Considered to be the reincarnation of a famous Buddhist Lama, he is one of the most notorious Tibetan intellectuals of the 20th century.

In the cradle of civilization, the forsaken ruins of Göbekli Tepe are said to be the oldest temples ever uncovered in archaeological excavation. The timeworn tell that entombs these mysterious relics is situated within the fertile highlands of Turkey in the southeastern Anatolia region. Göbekli Tepe, which is Turkish for “Potbelly Hill”, is 7 miles away from the city of Şanlıurfa, and 2,490 ft above sea level.

The mountains of Jordan are a lapidarian fortress separating the prolific region of Palestine and the arid dunes of the Arabian desert. Within this stronghold lies a secret archeological treasure, an ancient city hidden in the depths of a dark, narrow gorge. This was the lost city of Petra, the stone-carved capital city of the nomadic Nabataean Kingdom.

Enclosed within the lush jungles of Cambodia, an otherworldly sanctuary graces the earth with its enigmatic presence. Its sacred ruins carry the story of a fallen kingdom whose forgotten glory can still be heard in the whispers of its crumbling corridors. The illustrious Angkor Wat, translated as “The City of Temples”, has become known as the largest religious monument in the world.

The Ajanta Caves are an ancient cluster of rock-cut Buddhist monasteries carved into a series of 29 caves within the Sahyadri Mountains of Maharashtra State, India.

Deep in the caves lie countless sculptures of Buddhist deities, a massive collection of painted murals depicting the incarnations of Buddha, and a breathtaking arrangement of religious temples engraved into a 250-ft wall of stone.

Here, we delve into the eight mantras featured in "Tibetan Mantras for Turbulent Times," exploring their meanings and offering guidance on how they can be integrated into daily life for healing, transformation, and empowerment.

John Dee (13 July 1527 – 1608 or 1609) was an enigmatic figure whose expertise spanned mathematics, astronomy, pedagogy, astrology, the occult, and alchemy. Serving as the court astronomer and an advisor to Queen Elizabeth I, Dee dedicated significant portions of his life to studying alchemy, divination, and Hermetic philosophy.

Kalachakra (Kālacakra), a term rich in meaning within both Vajrayana Buddhism and Hinduism, translates to "wheel of time" or "time cycles." This concept is central not only as a philosophical and spiritual symbol but also names a collection of Buddhist teachings and a significant lineage within both Indian and Tibetan Buddhism. Classified within the highest class of tantra, anuttara-yoga, Kalachakra spans a broad spectrum of spiritual and temporal teachings.

Hildegard of Bingen was a Benedictine abbess who lived in Germany from around 1098 to 1179. She's also known as Saint Hildegard and the Sibyl of the Rhine. During the High Middle Ages, she was a talented writer, composer, philosopher, mystic, visionary, and medical practitioner.

In this blog post, we will delve into her life and legacy, discuss the reasons behind her lasting fascination, and share some of her most profound quotes that continue to inspire and provoke thought in the contemporary world.

The Kitab al-Bulhan, or "Book of Wonders," is a compendium of medieval Islamic esoteric knowledge compiled in the late 14th or early 15th century. This manuscript is a remarkable window into the confluence of astrology, astronomy, geomancy, and folklore within the Islamic scholarly tradition.

Jiddu Krishnamurti (1895–1986), an Indian philosopher, speaker, and writer, was born in Madanapalle, India. His works focused on matters concerning the mind, meditation, human relationships, and the sacred.

The word synonymous with magic, "Abracadabra," boasts a fascinating origin, tracing its roots back to the 2nd century AD. Although the precise origins of the word remain a subject of debate, one of the earliest mentions is attributed to a Roman sage named Serenus Sammonicus.

Here are 23 films about life, death, and reincarnation that you won’t want to miss!

Is there a religion alive today in which women are actually revered? Where homosexuality is respected as the ability to walk between two worlds? Where sexual experiences are discussed openly and not shamed? 

The Integratron is a fascinating monument at the intersection of science, spirituality, and the strange and unusual. Nestled 20 miles north of Joshua Tree in Landers, California, it was designed by George Van Tassel, a ufologist and self-proclaimed contactee.

Nicholas Roerich's 1934 essay, found in his book "The Invincible," remarkably predicts today's societal conditions.

The overall or meta-effect of colors on consciousness supports the usage of colors in the Western Hermetic Tradition and can even be a metaphor for Eastern branches of philosophy.

Milam, otherwise known as Tibetan Dream Yoga, is a practice which allows for lucid dreaming, and the awakening of consciousness within the dream state.

Shāh-é-Chérāgh, translating to "King of the Light" in Persian, is the most important destination of pilgrimage within the city of Shiraz, Iran.