Reincarnation
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From the ancient temples of India to the mystery schools of Greece and Egypt, humanity has long pondered what happens after death. Is life a single journey, or one step in an infinite cycle of learning and transformation? The doctrine of reincarnation, deeply rooted in Hindu and Buddhist traditions, teaches that the soul evolves through countless lifetimes—each shaped by the law of karma. This cyclical journey, known as Samsara, is both a cosmic wheel of existence and a mirror reflecting the state of the soul’s consciousness.
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Samhain & Halloween
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Halloween, with its jack-o’-lanterns, costumes, and haunted houses, is one of the most widely celebrated festivals in the modern world. Yet beneath the candy and playful frights lies an ancient spiritual festival: Samhain. Originating from Celtic paganism, Samhain or “Summer’s End” marks the turning of the seasons, the honoring of the dead, and the thin moment between worlds when spirits can easily cross the veil. Both Halloween and Samhain are rich with myth, folklore, and divine archetypes. Their histories reveal how ancient traditions were transformed over centuries, while...
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Karma
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Karma is one of the most enduring spiritual concepts across Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and even influences Western esoteric traditions. Often reduced to the idea of “what goes around comes around,” karma is far more nuanced. It refers to the spiritual law of cause and effect—the cosmic principle that every action (physical, emotional, or mental) creates an energetic imprint that influences our future experiences. karma is not just a universal law but a sacred thread woven into the lives and deeds of gods and goddesses themselves. These divine beings are not merely outside arbiters of...
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Kundalini Awakening
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Kundalini awakening is one of the most profound spiritual experiences described across mystical traditions. Rooted in yogic philosophy, this awakening refers to the uncoiling of dormant spiritual energy located at the base of the spine, often symbolized as a coiled serpent. As this energy rises through the chakras, it brings transformation, insight, and sometimes upheaval, in a journey that connects the seeker with the divine. This sacred process is more than just an energetic shift—it is a mythic journey, mirrored in the stories of gods and goddesses from various cultures. These deities...
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Consciousness
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Consciousness—what it is, where it comes from, and how it relates to the divine—has intrigued humanity for millennia. At the core of nearly every religion lies a mystery: the interplay between human awareness and the higher powers that shape existence. Across cultures and ages, gods and goddesses have represented not only cosmic forces but also aspects of human consciousness itself. From the meditative stillness of the East to the thunderous revelations of the West, the divine has served as both mirror and map to understanding the soul. We examine Consciousness as Sacred Awareness,...
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Yule and the Winter Solstice
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Winter Solstice, Yule, Mid-Winter, Christmas- all celebrations around the darkest day of the year and the longest night. But the good news is from here out the days and getting longer and the sun is growing noticeably brighter beginning around the 1st of the new year. This ancient festival has roots in Norse, Celtic, and Germanic traditions and continues to be honored today by modern Pagans, Wiccans, and spiritual practitioners. Let’s explore the origins, customs, and mythologies surrounding Yule, as well as the gods and goddesses who are honored during this magical season. Here on...
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The Goddess Speaks
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In our rush to reclaim our lost traditions, reconstruct rituals of the past, and reinvent new meanings for the gods and goddesses in modern terms, do we sometimes lose track of what the deities anciently said about themselves? In this episode of the SASO podcast, we unpack two pieces of ancient text, the Metamorphoses and Goddess Hymn where the Goddess tells us exactly who she is and what she is here to do. It may leave you questioning the direction we are going in and what we hope to accomplish.
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Statues for Spiritual Practice
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We delve into the use of statues in spiritual practice. From ancient traditions to modern spirituality, statues have served as powerful symbols and tools for worship, meditation, and personal transformation. Statues have been used in spiritual practices for thousands of years, across various cultures and religions. These physical representations of deities, saints, and spiritual figures help bridge the gap between the material and the divine, serving as focal points for devotion and contemplation. But how exactly can we incorporate statues into our own spiritual practices? These and...
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Aradia Queen of Witches
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In today's episode, we uncover the fascinating and enigmatic world of Aradia, as told in "The Gospel of the Witches" by Charles Godfrey Leland. Published in 1899, it is a book that claims to reveal the ancient traditions and teachings of Italian witchcraft. At its heart is Aradia, a powerful and mysterious figure often regarded as the Queen of Witches. But who is Aradia, and what secrets does her gospel hold? Aradia is the daughter of the moon goddess Diana sent to earth to teach the oppressed the secrets of witchcraft. Aradia became a symbol of resistance and empowerment for those...
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Gods of Wealth and Commerce
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Gods of Wealth and Commerce We literally have a wealth of gods and goddess to explore with the abundant blessings and timeless wisdom of gain from cultures around the world. In today’s episode we will journey into the realm of prosperity and opulence to uncover the secrets and stories of gods of wealth, fortune, and prosperity. Discussions include Hindu Laxshmi and Kubera, Roman Plutus, Abundantia and Juno, Chinese Caishen, the Japanese 7 lucky gods, Celtic Cernunnos, and the Norse Njord. So get set to travel down the path of luxuries and explore fat wallets,...
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We journey deep into the heart of the forest to uncover the untamed power and wisdom of the wild deity who roams its shadows. In the hidden realms of nature, amidst the whispering trees and dancing shadows, the Horned God reigns supreme. With antlers reaching towards the heavens and eyes that gleam with primal knowledge, he embodies the untamed spirit of the wilderness and the cycles of life, death, and rebirth.
The Horned God's origins are shrouded in the mists of time, his presence woven into the fabric of ancient folklore and myth. Known by many names across cultures and traditions, he represents the raw power of nature, the fertility of the land, and the vitality of the hunt.
Features Cernunnos, Hern the Hunter, The Wild Man, Pashupati, Troi Frerer Shaman, Pan and Ellen. Music Space Ambient No. 5.