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Pliny the Younger describes the Early Christians as Vegetarian

In his letter to Emperor Trajan (Epistle 10.96), Pliny mentions that Christians would “assemble again to partake of food—but ordinary and innocent food.” Pliny the Younger is describing the practices of early Christians. He notes that they customarily met before dawn to sing hymns to Christ and bound themselves by oath to abstain from crimes … Continue reading Pliny the Younger describes the Early Christians as Vegetarian →

Jan 30, 2025 · by sakshizion

The History & Significance of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

The Sacred Heart of Jesus is a deeply significant symbol in Christian mysticism and devotion, representing Christ’s divine love, mercy, and sacrifice. Its imagery—a heart often encircled by thorns, emitting light, and sometimes bleeding—has its origins in both scripture and mystical revelations. Biblical and Early Christian Roots The foundation of the Sacred Heart devotion can … Continue reading The History & Significance of the Sacred Heart of Jesus →

Jan 30, 2025 · by sakshizion

The Gnostic Last Supper (Agape Love Feast)

The Nazoreans and Ebionites, early Jewish-Christian groups, had a unique interpretation of the Last Supper, seeing it less as a literal meal or sacrificial act and more as a symbolic communal gathering rooted in Gnostic spirituality. These sects emphasized the idea of Christ as a spiritual teacher who imparted secret wisdom, and they interpreted the … Continue reading The Gnostic Last Supper (Agape Love Feast) →

Jan 29, 2025 · by sakshizion

Astrotheology & Esoteric Understanding of Abraham near-sacrifice of son Isaac

In esoteric and astrotheological interpretations, the biblical story of Abraham’s near-sacrifice of his son Isaac and the substitution of a ram can be understood as symbolic of celestial, archetypal, and inner spiritual processes rather than a literal historical event. Here are key insights from this perspective: 1. Astrological Symbolism 2. Inner Transformation The story reflects … Continue reading Astrotheology & Esoteric Understanding of Abraham near-sacrifice of son Isaac →

Jan 22, 2025 · by sakshizion

The Holy Family of the Ebionites

The Ebionites, an early Jewish-Christian sect, revered Jesus not as a divine being but as a prophet chosen by God to guide humanity. For them, the Holy Family was an embodiment of humility and piety, a testament to God’s ability to work through the ordinary. Mary, in their view, was a devout young woman of … Continue reading The Holy Family of the Ebionites →

Jan 14, 2025 · by sakshizion

Dhanvantari Diety of Healing

Dhanvantari is a revered deity in the Vedic tradition and Hinduism, known as the God of Ayurveda and the divine physician. He is considered an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, emerging from the churning of the ocean of milk (Samudra Manthan), holding the pot of amrita (the nectar of immortality). His appearance is symbolic of health, … Continue reading Dhanvantari Diety of Healing →

Dec 22, 2024 · by sakshizion

Baroda, Michigan and its mystical name origins from India

The town of Baroda in Michigan was founded by European settlers in the 19th century, and its name was inspired by the Indian city of Baroda (now Vadodara) in Gujarat. The town was named by Michael Houser, a settler and entrepreneur originally from Bavaria, Germany, who established a sawmill and post office there in the … Continue reading Baroda, Michigan and its mystical name origins from India →

Oct 27, 2024 · by sakshizion

The Lord’s Prayer in Aramaic

The Lord’s Prayer translation from Aramaic (the language of Jesus) The Aramaic version of the Lord’s Prayer is considered closer to how Jesus might have spoken it, as he likely used Aramaic, the language of his time and region. Here is an Aramaic version of the prayer and a transliteration, followed by a line-by-line Gnostic … Continue reading The Lord’s Prayer in Aramaic →

Oct 27, 2024 · by sakshizion

Caesarion in Ethiopia or India?

The historicity of the legends related to the son of Cleopatra and Julius Caesar, known commonly as Caesarion or Ptolemy XV Caesar, has been debated for centuries. Legends from various sources, from as early as the first century BC, claim that Caesarion fled to India or Ethiopia to escape the fate of his mother and … Continue reading Caesarion in Ethiopia or India? →

Aug 10, 2024 · by sakshizion

Ibn Arabi – Sufi Poet & Mystic

In his book The Sufis, Idries Shah provides a detailed account of the life and teachings of one of the most important figures of Sufism, Muhyi al-Din Ibn Arabi (1165-1240). Ibn Arabi was a prominent scholar, mystic, and poet whose writings contributed greatly to the development of Sufism and Islamic theology. Although his life and … Continue reading Ibn Arabi – Sufi Poet & Mystic →

Aug 5, 2024 · by sakshizion

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