Monthly Archives: October 2015

Myths Underlying Halloween and Myths about It

Halloween is full of ritual, and behind rituals lurk myths. Understanding this holiday is a challenge because it has both Christian and pagan roots in myth and ritual. Also, as is the case with myths themselves, festivals and rituals concerning … Continue reading

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Speaking at the Theosophical Society on Thursday, October 29

For those of you within striking distance of Wheaton, Illinois, this Thursday I’ll be giving a lecture at the national headquarters of the Theosophical Society in America. My topic will be the esoteric aspects and meanings of the biblical Garden … Continue reading

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