Divining your Number of Destiny
(Submited by: Samantha Stevens)
Your Destiny Number, which describes all of the talents and potentials that are at your disposal in this lifetime, is calculated from the letters that compose your full birth name. This is not your married name, but rather the name that is found written in full on your birth certificate. If your name is misspelled on your birth certificate, use that to configure your destiny number.The interpretations of your Destiny Number below are an indication of the things that you need to live ... Read article
Common Scents For Emotional Well Being
(Submited by: Samantha Stevens)
Aromatics which include essential oils, perfume, centred candles and incense, have been used for centuries to affect the mind (and also, ultimately, the body) in a positive way. This practice finds its origins in religion and primitive beliefs. Aboriginal Australians burned the leaves of eucalyptus to fumigate an area from viruses. Aboriginal Americans use sage and cedar and the Slavs, such plants as sunflower, pine and garlic peels for the same purposes. This was done because occult powers ... Read article
Horoscopes: Myth or Magic?
(Submited by: Charles Kassotis)
Do you read your horoscope in the daily newspaper? Maybe you call the horoscope hotline on occasion to find out what a reader has to say about your future. You might even dabble in the occult yourself from time to time. Why do people care about this mysterious reading of their zodiac sign and the telling of their futures? Is there any real truth in the predictions?Horoscopes have been around for centuries if not millennia. Humans have long been fascinated with the earth and its ... Read article
The "Are You a Witch" Test
(Submited by: Dr. Dorothy McCoy)
Tis the witching hour of night, Orbed is the moon and bright, And the stars they glisten, glisten, Seeming with bright eyes to listen For what listen they? John KeatsThe singular popularity of the Harry Potter books and movies has magically transformed the occult into an international obsession. Dont you think there is a little of the witch or wizard in all of us? It would be helpful to have the option to throw a love spell on that great looking hunk or babe you covet. Would you like ... Read article
The Magi - Ancient Magicians
(Submited by: Crichton Miller)
Long before the ruthless Roman Empire walked the shores of what is now known as Great Britain, an ancient form of wisdom existed amongst the people who populated those ancient forests and mountains and its echo is still felt today.180,000 years before the present, the planet was at the end of the last interglacial period and traces of our ancient seafaring ancestors can be found today in caves along the coast of South Africa using red ochre and selecting specialist stone to make ... Read article
Harry Potter; Hero or Heathen?
(Submited by: Audrey Lizee)
Whether you are 2 years old or 82, youve probably heard of Harry Potter. Maybe you too did not understand who he is but hes everywhere! I started out doing some history research about Halloween, but curiosity once again dragged me elsewhere, into the unknown world of Harry Potter. Halloween is one of my least favored holidays, so I never encouraged it much while my kids were growing up. Everything is about choices in life, our childrens heroes and fads change, some we accept, some we dont. ... Read article
Templars
(Submited by: Philip Gardiner)
Whether stars of the Disney film National Treasure or pawns of modern day political and commercial propaganda, the Knights Templar have taken root as one of the worlds leading mystery groups. But what is the truth? Did they really have a great secret? Did they really hide treasure? Were they really guardians of the Holy Bloodline? Let's take a look.Originally supposedly a group of nine knights (debatable), taken from the ruling nobility in the region of France known as Champagne who ... Read article
The Cross of the Templars: The History of the True Cross
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Today the world is going mad for all things Knights Templar. They have never been so popular. Everywhere you turn theres a new book, poster, t-shirt and even mug with their infamous red cross on a white background. But this wasnt their only symbol, and we discovered that there was even greater truth to be found behind this enigmatic imagery and believe it or not, it had nothing at all to do with Dan Brown.We begin our quest with a familiar symbol to many people - the ankh. Today there ... Read article
God's Church Must Warn the World!
(Submited by: David Ben-Ariel)
God's Church has been charged to get the Word out to all the world and make disciples (students) within every nation, teaching them to follow Yashua's (Jesus') teachings. What did Yashua teach? Yashua boldly proclaimed the good news of the Kingdom of God, the Immortal Family of God-Beings soon to reign over all the earth. He also taught His students how to live a life that graces the Gospel and compliments the Kingdom. We're to become more Godly, more Christ-like, more Kingdom-like, daily, ... Read article
Reading Minds - What Is Mentalism, and How Can You Perform It?
(Submited by: Chris Lloyd)
Many people have heard of mentalism, but few know exactlywhat is involved. So let's start with a clear definition.Mentalism is defined as a sub-category within the field ofmagic. It has to do with tricks dealing with the mind'spower. Rather than relying heavily on tools or grandillusions, it has more to do with try to give theimpression that the magician can tap into the minds ofaudience members, or use his or her own mind control tocause objects to move, etc.Some people ... Read article