Archetypes and Mythology

Magic is the art and science of changing consciousness at will.

Myths are ancient stories that enact archetypal themes allowing us to become conscious of them. Great myths inspire people across times and cultures. They can represent the battles and desires deep within our psyches, just as they did for their original audiences.

The Wholly Holy Hole

The Genesis story of Joseph can serves as a guide to growth and development. This story has many elements of a standard fairy tale, and as such, conveys not only a piece of Hebrew history, but also tells about the life process of each person. [Under Construction]
 

Ravens and Roses

A collection of archetype invoking poetry, playing with images of ravens and roses, created during a Reweaving "Rites of Passage" class.
 

The Myth of Tlachtga

The story of a Celtic earth/wisdom Goddess, the keeper of druidic lore and of the Samhain (Halloween) fires. [Under Construction]
 

Inanna and the Huluppu Tree

How Inanna got her shining throne and luscious bed after encountering the serpent who could not be charmed, the Anzu-bird, and Lilith.

The Descent of Inanna

The prototypical "descent" myth. One of the earliest recorded stories in history. Inanna prefigures Persephone and Christ at the dawning of written history.
 

The Great Mother

Come explore the archetype of the Great Mother. Once an ubiquitous idea in human consciousness, western society has largely banished this archetype to the shadow. Read about how to reclaim this valuable portion of your psyche.

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