The Hieros Institute Podcast

Conversation on the Mystical Path, 13

In this additional conversation, which could be labelled 7b or 8b, as it belongs near the middle of this sequence, Robert Faas and Arthur Versluis discuss Böhme's overview of the alchemical-spiritual process in chapter 10 of his Signature Rerum, or Signature of All Things. Although the chapter itself is quite dense and challenging, the conversational discussion is clear and succinct, providing a clear overview of the alchemical process.

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.