Sobre l'autor
Mark Stavish is a respected authority on Western spiritual traditions. The author of 26 books, published in 7 languages, including The Path of Alchemy and Kabbalah for Health and Wellness, he is the founder and director of the Institute for Hermetic Studies and the Louis Claude de St. Martin Fund. mostra'n més He has appeared on radio shows, television, and in major print media, including Coast to Coast Am, the History Channel, BBC, and the New York Times. The author of the blog Voxhermes, he lives in Wyoming, Pennsylvania. mostra'n menys
Obres de Mark Stavish
The Path of Alchemy: Energetic Healing & the World of Natural Magic (Pathways to Enlightenment) (2006) 158 exemplars
Between the Gates: Lucid Dreaming, Astral Projection, and the Body of Light in Western Esotericism (2008) 74 exemplars
Child of the Sun: Psychic & Physical Rejuvenation in Alchemy and Qabala (IHS Study Guides Series) (Volume 3) (2015) 10 exemplars
The Theory and Practice of Enochian Magic: Institute for Hermetic Studies Monograph Series (Volume 2) (2016) 7 exemplars
The Liturgy of Hermes - In Praise of the Lord of Light: IHS Monograph Series (IHS Ritual Series) (Volume 1) (2016) 6 exemplars
How to Develop Your Psychic Abilities: Institute for Hermetic Studies Monograph Series (Volume 4) (2016) 6 exemplars
Light on the Path: A Study Guide for Qabala, Alchemy, & Astrology (IHS Study Guides) (Volume 1) (2014) 6 exemplars
Mercury's Children - Shamanic and Hermetic Practices: Institute for Hermetic Studies Monograph Series (Volume 5) (2016) 4 exemplars
The Inner Way - The Power of Prayer and Belief in Spiritual Practice (IHS Study Guides) (Volume 2) (2014) 4 exemplars
Drawing Down the Life of Heaven - An Introduction to Renaissance Magic: Institute for Hermetic Studies Monograph Series (2016) 4 exemplars
Studies in Poltergeists, Obsession, & Possession: Institute for Hermetic Studies Monograph Series (IHS Monograph… (2016) 3 exemplars
Unfolding the Rose: Illumination and Western Esotericism (IHS Study Guides Series) (Volume 5) (2017) 3 exemplars
Pietism, Pow-Wow, and the Magical Revival: Institute for Hermetic Studies Monograph Series (Volume 10) (2018) 3 exemplars
Introduction to Alchemy - A Golden Dawn Perspective (IHS Monograph Series) (Volume 8) (2016) 3 exemplars
Ritual Purification, Exorcism & Defensive Magic (IHS Study Guide Series) (Volume 11) (2018) 2 exemplars
Pow-Wow: Traditional Folk & Grimoire Magic: Institute for Hermetic Studies Monograph Series (IHS Monograph Seres)… (2017) 2 exemplars
Rosicrucianism for the New Millennium - 400th Anniversary Edition: IHS Monograph Series (Volume 9) (2016) 2 exemplars
Wisdom's Bliss - Developing Compassion in Western Esotericism & Khamael's Spear: IHS Monograph Series (Volume… (2016) 2 exemplars
The Practice of Prayr in Western Esotericism: A special report from The Institute for Hermetic Studies 1 exemplars
Pathology of the Sublime - Problems & Solutions on the Spiritual Journey (IHS Study Guides Series) (Volume 7) (2017) 1 exemplars
By Mark Stavish Freemasonry: Rituals, Symbols & History of the Secret Society [Paperback] (2007) 1 exemplars
Obres associades
Forbidden Religion: Suppressed Heresies of the West (2006) — Col·laborador, algunes edicions — 77 exemplars
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- Data de naixement
- 1964
- Gènere
- male
- Nacionalitat
- USA
- Organitzacions
- Institute for Hermetic Studies
AMORC - Biografia breu
- Mark Stavish (Pennsylvania) has been a long-time student of esotericism and is a frequent lecturer on ancient occult knowledge. Founder of the Institute for Hermetic Studies, he is the author of numerous articles on Western esotericism. In 2001 he established the Louis Claude de St. Martin Fund, a non-profit dedicated to advancing the study and practice of Western Esotericism. He has also served as a consultant to print and broadcast media and several documentaries. He holds undergraduate degrees in Theology and Communications and a Master's in Counseling.
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This is an excellent book, and I think I enjoyed it as much for the things I disagreed with or questioned as I did the things I agreed or resonated with. For example: I disagree with the belief that deities are a form of egregore, but it was interesting to read why it's a credible theory.
Stavish does a fine job surveying a range of sources from mutliple time periods to explore how people have defined and/or experienced egregores. There is far more variety to the definitions than I had expected, which is one reason I enjoyed it so much. He also did a good job balancing the theoretically with the practical: if such-and-such is true, what are the implications for an individual and for groups?
I was surprised by the negative view Stavish has about egregores. While he acknowledges that participating in some egregores can be positive or helpful for some people at certain times of their lives (eg: when they need outside help to protect or develop themselves) his overall position is that an egregore is a form of external authority which can shape our thoughts, feelings, and actions beyond our conscious awareness. Because of this, they are things which a mature person needs to free him/herself from in order to achieve true mental and spiritual freedom. His section on "Therapeutic Blasphemy" as a method was fascinating and gave me insight into why some people engage in "unbaptisms" and other rituals as a way of separating themselves from spiritual communities they no longer wish to be part of.
While this book is primarily for people involved in magical work, I think it could be interesting for open-minded people in general, since we are all involved in groups which exert influence over us and are bombarded by media and advertising. Even if someone doesn't believe in magic, there are concepts here which can be applied in purely psychological terms.… (més)
Stavish does a fine job surveying a range of sources from mutliple time periods to explore how people have defined and/or experienced egregores. There is far more variety to the definitions than I had expected, which is one reason I enjoyed it so much. He also did a good job balancing the theoretically with the practical: if such-and-such is true, what are the implications for an individual and for groups?
I was surprised by the negative view Stavish has about egregores. While he acknowledges that participating in some egregores can be positive or helpful for some people at certain times of their lives (eg: when they need outside help to protect or develop themselves) his overall position is that an egregore is a form of external authority which can shape our thoughts, feelings, and actions beyond our conscious awareness. Because of this, they are things which a mature person needs to free him/herself from in order to achieve true mental and spiritual freedom. His section on "Therapeutic Blasphemy" as a method was fascinating and gave me insight into why some people engage in "unbaptisms" and other rituals as a way of separating themselves from spiritual communities they no longer wish to be part of.
While this book is primarily for people involved in magical work, I think it could be interesting for open-minded people in general, since we are all involved in groups which exert influence over us and are bombarded by media and advertising. Even if someone doesn't believe in magic, there are concepts here which can be applied in purely psychological terms.… (més)
Mark Stavish has written a wonderful book for newly raised Master Masons - I think it would be a great gift for a lodge to give a candidate at his raising. "Freemasonry" clearly outlines many of the philosophical and occult concepts behind aspects of Masonry from Blue lodge and its craft degrees to the other appendant bodies such as the Scottish Rite and York Rite. I personally really enjoyed the chapters that looked at occult masonry and the occult revival from a historical perspective.
That being said, I was a little disappointed overall. This book is a powerhouse of solid information and I wish someone would have suggested I read it 5 years ago when I was made a Mason - however, I bought this book expecting it to delve deeper for the more advanced Masonic reader and from that perspective it simply didn't produce.
So to sum it up - great first Masonic book but nothing new for the learned Brother. Congratulations to Bro. Stavish for writing a fabulous introduction to the Craft.… (més)
That being said, I was a little disappointed overall. This book is a powerhouse of solid information and I wish someone would have suggested I read it 5 years ago when I was made a Mason - however, I bought this book expecting it to delve deeper for the more advanced Masonic reader and from that perspective it simply didn't produce.
So to sum it up - great first Masonic book but nothing new for the learned Brother. Congratulations to Bro. Stavish for writing a fabulous introduction to the Craft.… (més)
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Between the Gates
Lucid Dreaming, Astral Projection, and the Body of Light in the Western Esotericism
by Mark Stavish
I think this 243 page guide book is a real Godsend for those wanting to know more about how to really connect and to make the most of their light body. I was amazed at the ways one can move between the higher planes of existence. The format was easy to follow and I was excited about the many helpful graphs and pictures.
Another thing I found notable were the lessons, and then the homework that came after each section. I was also very pl;eased to see the author went into detail about the Qabala and there is even a section on how to awaken the letters within our own body. This book is so thorough I would recommend it to those seriously seeking a well light path to a less known spiritual practice. Thanks Mark, for giving us a beautiful and perfectly defined road map on the journey.
Love & Light,
Riki Frahmann… (més)
Lucid Dreaming, Astral Projection, and the Body of Light in the Western Esotericism
by Mark Stavish
I think this 243 page guide book is a real Godsend for those wanting to know more about how to really connect and to make the most of their light body. I was amazed at the ways one can move between the higher planes of existence. The format was easy to follow and I was excited about the many helpful graphs and pictures.
Another thing I found notable were the lessons, and then the homework that came after each section. I was also very pl;eased to see the author went into detail about the Qabala and there is even a section on how to awaken the letters within our own body. This book is so thorough I would recommend it to those seriously seeking a well light path to a less known spiritual practice. Thanks Mark, for giving us a beautiful and perfectly defined road map on the journey.
Love & Light,
Riki Frahmann… (més)
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This book provides simple exercises and practices to help internalize and personalize the lessons presented, including dreamwork, journaling, meditation, and prayer.
In this practical guide, Mark Stavish details the spiritual lessons and rituals of Freemasonry as a step-by-step path of spiritual development and self-improvement for both Masons and non-Masons, men and women, alike. He explores the history and meaning of Freemasonry and its symbols—from its origins in the Temple of Solomon to the Medieval craft guilds to the Renaissance—and explains how the Craft promotes personal growth through the symbolic building of self and an inner Temple of Wisdom in much the same way that Masonry's rituals symbolize the building of Solomon's Temple in accordance with the mystical architectural instructions of Hiram.
Drawing on esoteric doctrines, including the Qabala, alchemy, sacred geometry, John Dee's angelic magic, and the secrets of the Gothic cathedral builders, each chapter addresses an area of the Masonic experience, paralleling them with experiences each of us finds in our own lives. The author provides simple practices to help internalize and personalize the lessons presented, including dreamwork, journaling, meditation, prayer, and understanding sacred architecture. The author also examines the crafting and use of the spiritual and symbolic tools of Freemasonry, such as the trestle or tracing board and the Chamber of Reflection.
Providing the tools to make the Craft an initiatic experience of self-improvement, the author shows that, ultimately, the Masonic experience is the human quest for self-realization and self-expression, so that we each may find our place in the Temple of Wisdom.… (més)