Book Discussion Gateways Through Light and Shadows by Frater Ashen Chassan

[theil]

Reading along with an optical reader and this book is fascinating.

I completely agree with the following quote because I have to pull myself from the mystic's natural inclination to join with or bask(s) in as FAC writes.

"However, unlike the mystic or Spiritual seeker who simply basks in the beauty and awareness of the universe, the magician is one who peers into its depths and risks traveling into the unknown seeking to harness the strengths of the individual dwellers therein." pg. 41 Gateways Through Light and Shadows -- Frater Ashen Chassan -- 2019 -- Arcane Wisdom

This explains clearly to me the difference between mystic and mage. But it doesn't mean hopefully neither can function as the other.

I hope to explore that possiblity.

 

[DiLoco_DelEted]

I'm interested in reading it. I used to have a hard over copy of Gateways through Stone and Circle, and attempted summoning Raphael with the information he provided in the book.

 

[theil]

I'm interested in reading it. I used to have a hard over copy of Gateways through Stone and Circle, and attempted summoning Raphael with the information he provided in the book.

Cool. I doubt I'll ever do a traditional grimoire invocation but reading the account of a practitioner is enlightening.
Grabbed the gateways first book this afternoon and read the first section.

 

[Jeremiel]

Reading along with an optical reader and this book is fascinating.

I completely agree with the following quote because I have to pull myself from the mystic's natural inclination to join with or bask(s) in as FAC writes.

"However, unlike the mystic or Spiritual seeker who simply basks in the beauty and awareness of the universe, the magician is one who peers into its depths and risks traveling into the unknown seeking to harness the strengths of the individual dwellers therein." pg. 41 Gateways Through Light and Shadows -- Frater Ashen Chassan -- 2019 -- Arcane Wisdom

This explains clearly to me the difference between mystic and mage. But it doesn't mean hopefully neither can function as the other.

I hope to explore that possiblity.

Re: closing thought--I use this approach. Part of establishing a relationship is just being with someone/something and being open to the mutual sharing of understanding or experience. For me, to "harness" might be considered as interrelating, having mutual positive regard, inviting, and collaborating. I bask in the company of my close acquaintances, and inevitably we work eventually together on further ideas, projects, and experiences. I have found this quite effective...

 

[Milton]

Just ordered his two books. I am interested in his approach and do have high expectations.