An insightful, and interesting look at the drive behind the human drive to achieve immortality, that has existed since the beginning of human belief systems, and yet permeates amongst the circles of the elite of our post-modern world today.

Transhumanism: The Quest for Everlasting Life PILOT 01 [PODCAST]

In 20 minutes, the second segment, entitled Magic & Mysticism (I of II)  I attempt to begin the weaving of a simple yet complex tapestry of stories, myths and legend into a consistent lineal progression demonstrating humanity's fascination with achieving immortality and Godhood.  Beginning with the Epic of Gilgamesh ( 2500 BC)up until the capital of Gnosticism and Hermeticism in the classical world, the ancient city of Harran.

EP02: Transhumanism: Magic & Mysticism I [PODCAST]

In this fourth episode, entitled part II of Magic and Mysticism, I take a more detailed look at how the Hermetic faith began in it's inception in Egypt, with emphasis on the reasons for why the movement shifted it's scholarly community from Alexandria to Harran. I also cite detailed accounts from ancient bibliographies that narrate to us the rituals of the Hermeticists. 

I also close the chapter of the mysterious city of Harran that today lies in ruins. Towards the end of the episode, I transition into the renaissance period that we shall hopefully touch on more in the coming fourth episode.

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