Why Beauty Matters. The Philosophy and Pursuit of Beauty.

Why Beauty Matters by Philosopher and Writer, Roger Scruton. This is a documentary you absolutely will not want to miss. Beauty has been central to our civilization for over 2000 years. From it’s beginnings in ancient Greece, philosophy has reflected upon the place of beauty in art, poetry, music, architecture and everday life. Philosophers have argued [...]

The Mystery of the Sphinx

Egyptologists explore the mysteries of the alignment of the Egyptian Pyramids with the Constellation of Orion, and discuss the clues that the Sphinx was built in the 11th century B.C.E during the age of Leo. Investigators explore theories and ask questions to try to unravel the hidden meaning behind these ancient monuments. Discover the mysteries [...]

The Tree of Life by Terrence Malick

The Tree of Life by legendary director Terrence Malick, starring Brad Pitt, Sean Penn and Jessica Chastain won the top prize, best film, Palme D’or at the Cannes Film Festival which opens May 27, 2011 in the U.S. Pitt plays a very strict father in a Texan household during the 1950′s. His wife is played [...]

Tarot Brief History A.E. Waite, Pamela Colman Smith

Welcome back to Tarot Notess at Symbolic Living. This week we’re going to switch gears a bit and give a brief introduction, talking a little about Arthur Edward Waite (A.E. Waite) and Pamela Colman Smith. They are responsible for the most widely used tarot deck today, the Rider-Waite tarot deck. Many feel it should be [...]

Ancient Machines of the Gods

Temples that could roar with thunder. Statues that could speak. Chariots that levitated in the air. Sculptures that cried tears of blood. These are some fascinating examples of ancient machines that were dedicated to adding life and spectacle to artistic representations in the temples, which were designed to entertain and symbolize the spiritual world. This [...]

Splendor Solis

Splendor Solis (The Splendor of the Sun) is an alchemical manuscript, work of art attributed to Salomon Trismosin from the 16th century dated 1532-1535 of 22 colored plates depicting the symbolic Alchemical death and rebirth of the King. There are 20 copies worldwide held in museums. Enjoy the art and symbolism. The following video displays the [...]

The Power of Myth Joseph Campbell

Joseph Campbell, a scholar of mythology, shares an immense love of myth and it’s meaningful symbolism reflected in all our lives. This documentary is a pleasure to watch as Joseph Campbell explores a wide variety of ancient and modern mythologies from around the world in a discussion with Bill Moyers. Campbell explores the many cultural layers and connections [...]

Terry Fox

Terry Fox, an inspiration that lives on. Marathon of Hope. “Dreams are made possible if you try” ~ Terry Fox www.TerryFoxRun.org Tweet

Through the Wormhole: Science and God

Morgan Freeman introduces us to science’s glimpses into God. Through the Wormhole: “Collosal beauty.  Awe inspiring intricacy.  Are the wonders of our universe a cosmic accident or the result of intelligent design?  For centuries religion and science were bitter foes, now science actively searches for our creator. Some physicists think he might be in the [...]

A History of Numerology

© 2009-2010  by Haruth When I first became interested in the esoteric, there were certain fields which I quickly realised had been so completely hijacked by a certain faction of the “New Age”, and thereby so utterly discredited it, that it was no longer regarded as much more than a curiosity for fools. One such [...]

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