Ramesses II, popularly known as Ramesses the Great, was perhaps Egypt’s greatest Pharaoh. To the Greeks, he was known as Ozymandias. In 1817, there was great excitement in London as a colossal statue of this legendary Pharaoh was being moved from Thebes to the British Museum. Two poets, Horace Smith and Percy Bysshe Shelley, entered […]
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The day this is published (September 21st) is St Matthew’s Day in the Christian calendar. Although many of us are ‘non-Christian’ in terms of belief, most of us are not anti-Christian and we can still draw inspiration from Christian stories and characters. Stories of profound transformation captivate and inspire us. Often, these tales are tinted
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Ever feel like you’re on a never-ending quest for happiness? Like if you could just get that promotion, buy that new car, or lose those last 10 pounds, you’d finally be content? Well, you’re not alone. But here’s the kicker: this way of thinking might actually be the very thing keeping you from being happy.
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Automatic writing, a fascinating and uplifting practice, involves allowing one’s hand to move freely across the paper, guided by an unseen spiritual or subconscious force. This technique, often used for creative inspiration or spiritual communication, can lead to profound insights and personal revelations. Embracing automatic writing can be a deeply enriching experience, opening channels to
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The Birth of a Spiritualist Community In the early 20th century, Croydon saw the emergence of a new spiritual movement. The journey to establish the Croydon Spiritualist Church began in 1906, marking the beginning of what would become a significant spiritual community. The church’s inception was spearheaded by dedicated individuals determined to create a space
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A huge ‘well done’ to all those that attended the Spirit Portraiture workshop on June 1st, led by Anne-Marie Bond. Anne-Marie is an accomplished artist and teacher. So what is Spirit Portraiture? (Also known as ‘Spirit’ or ‘Psychic’ Art), Have you ever felt a strong connection to a piece of art? As if it spoke
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Animism: A World Alive with Spirit As a practicing Spiritualist, I’ve always been fascinated by the connection between the physical and the spiritual realms. This fascination has led me to explore various spiritual traditions, including animism and its unique approach to honouring ancestors. Today, I want to share my perspective on the role of the
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I was watching a YouTube video titled ‘Why smart people believe stupid things’. It was addressing bias and delusion. The more intelligent a person is, the more they are susceptible to bias. Bias that clouds the truth. The antidote relates to the Brotherhood of Man and what this article is all about. Imagine a world
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As a Spiritualist we are part of a community that embraces the belief in communication with the spirit world. And on March 31st, we join in the celebration of Hydesville Day, a significant date in the history of Spiritualism. This day marks the beginning of a movement that has touched the lives of many and
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Read this post or sit back and listen. The choice is yours! Robert Owen stands as a beacon in the history of the cooperative movement, a testament to the power of progressive thought and action. His life’s work transcended mere industrial reform, venturing into the realms of social justice and spiritual exploration. This blog post
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