Occult Book Review: The Kybalion (Hermeticism)

June 25, 2023 By Jared Woods

The Kybalion: A Study of the Hermetic Philosophy of Ancient Egypt and Greece. To label The Kybalion as a Hermetic piece is inaccurate or even blasphemous, depending on how deep your worship goes. Attributed to the “Three Initiates,” this anonymous authorship appears as a mere sly push into mysterious esoterics for effect. However, the general agreement is that William Walker Atkinson was the mind behind these texts. William Atkinson was an American pioneer of the New Thought movement, penning around... Read more

Does Christianity Really Believe in One True God? (Spoiler: It Doesn’t)

June 21, 2023 By Jared Woods

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No matter which Christian link you click, someone will have defined it as a monotheistic faith. What this means is that the world’s most popular religion believes in One All-Supreme Being who reigns over everything else. This standpoint applies to each notch on the Abrahamic belt, be it Judaism, Islam, Rastafari, Baháʼí Faith, or any of the other numerous off-shoots. However, when investigating the depths of the Biblical doctrine, is it as clear-cut as we make it out to be?... Read more

The 10 Most Disturbing Creation Stories Across Mythologies

June 16, 2023 By Jared Woods

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WARNING: The following stories are not for the faint-hearted. Quite the contrary, as this article refuses to play it safe. There are no magical fairy tales here. Our existence is not a result of God’s heavenly love or the beautiful union of angelic figures. Instead, we venture down darker paths into unnerving adventures featuring a cast of weirdo monsters, brutal death scenes, and an unhealthy obsession with bodily fluids. Seriously, there are a lot of bodily fluids in this piece,... Read more

Is the Bible a Comedy?

June 7, 2023 By Jared Woods

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When proposing that the Holy Bible may be a comedy book, you could expect two types of reactions. The first are those nonbelievers who will respond with a disrespectful “yes, the whole thing is a joke, hahaha”, as if that’s funny. The second are those rigid Christians who will dismiss the very question as offensive. However, a fringe group of us are eager to appreciate the Bible for the entirety of its offerings, and that includes humour. In truth, it... Read more

10 Gods to Blame for Everything That’s Wrong in Your Life

May 31, 2023 By Jared Woods

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In the good old ancient times, gods were the holy orchestrators of literally everything in the world. Good or bad, we accredited the entirety of circumstance to these heavenly beings and were expected to provide them with praise or beg for mercy accordingly. During our modern era, many people consider these practices outdated and prefer to accuse their horoscopes or Mercury retrograde for any shortcomings. But if you are inclined to criticise metaphysical deities for your life coming undone, feel... Read more

When Did Kanye West Become A Christian? Is He Still?

May 27, 2023 By Jared Woods

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Kanye West’s rollercoaster journey with Christianity has been problematic for the religious and non-religious alike. We are bombarded with contradictory opinions and defences, often from Kanye himself. But by analysing the steps of his career, we can effortlessly uncover his simplistic tale as nothing we haven’t seen before. Early Achievements Kanye’s father, Ray West, was a Christian counsellor. This role was presumably a primary influence on Kanye’s future devotional footsteps. And from a very young age, it did appear as... Read more

5 Fascinating Facts About Scientology

May 26, 2023 By Jared Woods

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There is no religion more controversial and misunderstood than Scientology. Everyone has an opinion, even when so few are able to relay accurate information besides the standard stock responses. Consequently, it can be challenging to locate factual data on the subject. Scientologists have an annoying tendency to exaggerate their accomplishments, while antagonists automatically tear up everything the religion claims without further evaluation. To gently investigate this fiercely debated theology, here are five generally unknown facts about Scientology. With a bit... Read more

Shakira to Beatles to Marilyn Manson: 10 Album Artworks with Religious Iconography

May 16, 2023 By Jared Woods

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Religion and art have been inseparable entities since the dawn of human expression. Prehistoric cave paintings, cryptic hieroglyphics, renaissance masterpieces, sacred architecture… the divine holy muse has woven itself thick throughout history’s tapestry of creative inspiration. Modern art may have spawned in every unpredictable direction, but the passion for spirituality is always somewhere to be found. This often includes when a musician seeks a visual representation for their audio output. On that note, here are ten striking album covers that... Read more

20 Religious Symbols: What Do They Mean?

May 8, 2023 By Jared Woods

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Every brand needs its logo. Whether these symbols assist cultural identity, connect believers under one distinct image, or evoke a spiritual emotion, no religion is complete without their visual representation. But where do they appear from? Who decides what shapes best summarise their teachings? And what exactly do they signify? Here are the stories behind 20 of the world’s most popular theological icons in hopes of proving once again that we have more in common than what divides us. 1.... Read more

10 Most Over-The-Top Churches Around the World

May 3, 2023 By Jared Woods

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Competition is thick in the church world. If you want your Christian establishment to stand out, you best hold some quirky tricks up your gown. Thankfully, numerous peculiar houses of worship understood the assignment, and now we can offer our prayers and collect Instagram Likes during the same visit. Hallelujah! Here are 10 of the most extraordinary churches we’ve found across the globe: 01. Gereja Ayam (Central Java, Indonesia) Around 1989, Daniel Alamsjah built the Gereja Ayam. He received a... Read more