The Hieros Institute Podcast

A Conversation on the Mystical Path, 12

In this summary, Robert Faas and Arthur Versluis connect the various aspects of the alchemical path as discussed throughout this series of conversations, and place them in the context of contemporary life.

A Conversation on the Mystical Path, 11

Robert Faas and Arthur Versluis continue their discussion of the inner meaning of baptism according to the mystical tradition, including baptism and the eucharist as spiritual purification and nourishment.  They discuss the difference between confessional and alchemical Christianity, and begin an overview of all the many dimensions and aspects of the alchemical process of purification and illumination discussed in earlier conversations.

A Conversation on the Mystical Path, 10

Robert Faas and Arthur Versluis discuss the inner meaning of baptism according to the mystical tradition, including baptism of water, and baptism of fire. They also discuss the relationship of baptism and the eucharist understood within as describing the alchemical process. Finally, they discuss the pivotal concepts of godmanhood and mangodhood as we see them expressed in the contemporary world and in apocalyptic times.

A Conversation on the Mystical Path, 9

Arthur Versluis and Robert Faas continue their discussion of the alchemical process with relation to the planetary energies.

A Conversation with Leigh McCloskey, Christopher McIntosh, and Arthur Versluis

A Conversation on Art, Culture, and Meaning with Leigh McCloskey, Christopher McIntosh, and Arthur Versluis

A Conversation on the Mystical Path, 8

Robert Faas and Arthur Versluis provide an overview of the alchemical process.

A Conversation on the Mystical Path, 7

Robert Faas and Dr. Arthur Versluis continue their discussion of energies, light, and the alchemical process.

Inner Christianity: A Conversation Between Dr. Kyriacos Markides and Dr. Arthur Versluis

In this Hieros Institute podcast, Dr. Arthur Versluis talks with Dr. Kyriacos Markides, author of many books, including Magus of Strovolos, Homage to the Sun, Riding with the Lion, Inner River, and Mountain of Silence.

A Conversation on the Mystical Path, 6

Robert Faas and Arthur Versluis discuss the alchemical process in terms of the transmutation of energies.

Earth Light: A Conversation Between R. J. Stewart and Arthur Versluis

Earth Light: A Conversation Between R.J. Stewart and Arthur Versluis, in which they discuss such topics as breaking through the materialistic illusion, folk tradition, consciousness, other-than-human beings, the faery people, standing stones and earth mysteries, ancient Mysteries, initiation, dying and continuity of consciousness, and related topics.
R. J. Stewart, a musician, composer, and author, has published many books and CDs, including classic works like Earth Light, Power Within the Land, Underworld Initiation, and The Well of Light. His work, schedule, and supporting resources can be found at rjstewart.org.