Best Albert Pike Podcasts (2025)

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S2E14: The Gospel of Thomas - Part 5 of 5 45:46

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In this concluding episode of their five-part series, David and Gene explore the final 22 sayings of the Gospel of Thomas (93-114), revealing the text's most profound mysteries about spiritual transformation and divine realization. These culminating teachings address the protection of sacred wisdom ("pearls before swine"), the gradual process of in…

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"The Byzantine Riddle" by Eugene Walter - Alabama Aloud with Don Noble 22:18

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads short stories from Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "The Byzantine Riddle" by Eugene WalterBy alabamaaloudwithdonnoble

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S2E13: The Gospel of Thomas - Part 4 of 5 36:45

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In this episode, David and Gene continue their exploration of the Gospel of Thomas, examining sayings 70-92. These sayings focus on navigating the duality between spiritual and material worlds and the constant choices we must make between them. The esoteric meaning behind the sayings of Jesus in the Gospel are discussed, starting with the call to a…

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S2E12: The Gospel of Thomas - Part 3 of 5 38:38

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In this episode, David and Gene continue their discussion of the Gospel of Thomas, exploring sayings 47-69 of this profound and mysterious Gnostic text. The sayings it contains offer timeless insights into the spiritual path, providing guidance for those striving to transcend material attachments and awaken to higher consciousness. Building on thei…

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S2E11: The Gospel of Thomas - Part 2 of 5 30:17

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In this episode, David and Gene continue their exploration of the Gospel of Thomas, examining sayings 24-46 of this enigmatic Gnostic text. Building on their previous discussion, they delve deeper into the three-world Gnostic cosmology: the unity of the spiritual Pleroma, the duality of the realm of Soul/Mind (Heaven), and the unity in multiplicity…

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S2E10: The Gospel of Thomas - Part 1 of 5 32:23

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In this episode of the Way of the Hermit Podcast, David and Gene begin their exploration of the Gospel of Thomas, a collection of 114 enigmatic sayings attributed to the “Living Jesus,” that, like the other Gnostic texts discovered in the cache at Nag Hammadi, Egypt - challenges conventional religious notions. Unlike the cosmological narrative of t…

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S2E9: The Secret Gospel of John - Part 4 of 4 33:29

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In this episode of Way of the Hermit, David and Gene conclude their deep dive into The Secret Gospel of John, uncovering its profound esoteric teachings on self-awareness, spiritual awakening, and the cosmic struggle between light and darkness. Picking up where the last episode left off, they explore how the creation of Eve symbolizes a division wi…

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - "Christmas Stories, Somewhat but Mostly Not True" by Daniel Wallace 15:09

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads short stories from Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "Christmas Stories, Somewhat but Mostly Not True" by Daniel WallaceBy alabamaaloudwithdonnoble

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S2E8: The Secret Gospel of John - Part 3 of 4 38:45

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In this episode of Way of the Hermit, David and Gene continue their exploration of the “Secret Gospel of John,” delving deeper into the text’s esoteric description of the evolution of consciousness. The primary story arc of this episode concerns the awakening of self-consciousness and awareness, and also the accompanying feeling of being “not whole…

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S2E7: The Secret Gospel of John - Part 2 of 4 41:29

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In this episode, David and Gene continue their exploration of the Secret Gospel of John, delving into its complex cosmology and comparing it with Neoplatonic philosophy. They review the discussion from the previous episode that detailed the first phases the evolution of consciousness through the emanations of (1) the Monad (pure undifferentiated co…

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - "Bluesville" by Anita Miller Garner 36:55

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads short stories from Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "Bluesville" by Anita Miller GarnerBy alabamaaloudwithdonnoble

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - "Coach" by Thom Gossom Jr. 18:44

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads short stories from Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "Coach" by Thom Gossom, Jr.By alabamaaloudwithdonnoble

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"Thom Gossom, Jr joins AL Aloud for a LIVE Event" - TPR's In Focus - Oct. 10, 2024 9:55

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Actor, author, and former Auburn University football player Thom Gossom, Jr. will be on stage at the Southside Center for the Arts in Opelika, Thursday, October 10th for a celebration of the Alabama Aloud podcast. Gossom will join AA host Don Noble and read one of his stories, “Mother's Day.” Recently, Carolyn Hutcheson spoke with Gossom Jr. about …

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S2E6: The Secret Gospel of John - Part 1 of 4 31:39

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In this episode, David and Gene begin their exploration of "The Secret Gospel of John," also known as the "Apocryphon of John," a pivotal text in the Sethian Gnostic tradition. They discuss the text's history, its multiple versions, and its significance as a comprehensive presentation of Gnostic cosmology and theology. The discussion delves into th…

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Join us for the live season finale event in Opelika! 0:30

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Come spend an evening with Troy Public Radio and Alabama Aloud! Join us at the Arts Association of East Alabama on Thursday, October 10th, at 7:00 p.m. for an evening of short stories and refreshments! Actor and author Thom Gossom Jr. will read one of his short stories and take questions from the audience. 1103 Glenn Street, Opelika, AL 36801…

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - "Negro Progress" by Anthony Grooms 52:57

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads short stories from Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "Negro Progress" by Anthony GroomsBy alabamaaloudwithdonnoble

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - "Robert Earl and W.C." by Philip Shirley 17:39

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads short stories from Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "Robert Earl and W.C." by Philip ShirleyBy alabamaaloudwithdonnoble

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S2E5: Gnostic Christianity 25:43

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In this episode, David and Gene delve into the fascinating world of Gnostic Christianity, exploring its origins, philosophical concepts, and enduring influence. The episode explores the historical and philosophical landscape that gave birth to Gnostic Christianity, focusing on Alexandria's crucial role as a melting pot of Eastern and Western though…

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - "Why I Live at the Albert Pike Hotel" by Jennifer Horne 14:42

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads short stories from Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "Why I Live at the Albert Pike Hotel" by Jennifer HorneBy alabamaaloudwithdonnoble

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - "The Jelly-Bean" by F. Scott Fitzgerald 48:08

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads short stories from Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "The Jelly-Bean" by F. Scott FitzgeraldBy alabamaaloudwithdonnoble

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - "Children on Their Birthdays" by Truman Capote 52:26

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads short stories from Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "Children on Their Birthdays" by Truman Capote This story is read by permission of the Truman Capote Literary Trust.By alabamaaloudwithdonnoble

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S2E4: Gnosis Reborn 29:57

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In this episode of "Way of the Hermit," David and Gene dive down the rabbit hole, into the world of Gnosticism and its connection to Freemasonry. They explore how Gnostic teachings, once considered heretical, were driven underground and lay buried for centuries until their rediscovery in the 20th century. They discuss the core principles of Gnostic…

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - "Me and My Baby View the Eclipse" by Lee Smith 38:46

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads short stories from Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "Me and My Baby View the Eclipse" by Lee SmithBy alabamaaloudwithdonnoble

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Don Noble's Interview on In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson 9:48

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Troy Public Radio announces the launch of Season Two of "Alabama Aloud," and Don Noble, Host and Narrator, gives Carolyn Hutcheson of In Focus a preview of the popular podcast that features short stories written by Alabama authors. In Focus on NPR One: https://www.npr.org/podcasts/946279880/in-focus-with-carolyn-hutcheson…

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S2E3: Introducing Gnosis 29:57

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In this episode, David and Gene begin their deep dive into Gnosticism and its intimate connection to Freemasonry. They explore the key concepts that form the foundation of Gnostic thought, including the Monad, Emanations, Duality, and the pursuit of Gnosis, and discuss how these ideas are woven into the fabric of Masonic philosophy, particularly wi…

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - "The Good Thief" by Ravi Howard 22:17

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads short stories from Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "The Good Thief" by Ravi HowardBy alabamaaloudwithdonnoble

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S2E2: A Path to Providence - Part 2 of 2 41:05

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In this episode, David and Gene delve into the world of esoteric Freemasonry with their esteemed guests, Worshipful Brother Ben Wallace and Most Worshipful Brother Shaun Bradshaw. As authors of the book "A Path to Providence", Shaun and Ben share their inspiring journey in reviving the mystery school roots of Freemasonry through the establishment o…

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S2E1: A Path to Providence - Part 1 of 2 35:25

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In this first episode of the second season of the “Way of the Hermit” podcast we are “tying up loose ends” left over from last season. In this first part of our two-part season opener, we are looking at the book “A Path to Providence: The Creation of the Middle Chamber Program.” The Way of the Hermit Podcast: https://www.wayofthehermit.com In "A Pa…

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - ”A Luckless Santa Claus” and ”One Christmas” 42:36

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads short stories from Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "A Luckless Santa Claus" by F. Scott Fitzgerald, published in Newman News, 1912, read by permission of The Matthew J. & Arlyn Bruccoli Collection of F. Scott Fitzgerald, Irvin Depart…

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - ”The Thanksgiving Visitor” by Truman Capote 1:05:55

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads the diverse and extensive work of Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "The Thanksgiving Visitor" by Truman Capote This story is read by permission of the Truman Capote Literary Trust.By alabamaaloudwithdonnoble

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Join Us for the Live Season Finale Event in Montgomery! 0:59

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Come spend an evening with Troy Public Radio and Alabama Aloud! Enjoy holiday readings from Truman Capote and F. Scott Fitzgerald read by Don Noble. Don will also be reading a story from author and Fitzgerald scholar, Dr. Kirk Curnutt, who will join us in person for a discussion of his work. Join us at the beautiful Capri Theatre on Thursday, Novem…

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - ”The Seamstress” by Suzanne Hudson 45:31

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads the diverse and extensive work of Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "The Seamstress" by Suzanne Hudson, published in Stories from the Blue Moon Cafe II: Anthology of Southern WritersBy alabamaaloudwithdonnoble

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - ”Smash and Grab” by Michael Knight 29:39

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads the diverse and extensive work of Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "Smash and Grab" by Michael Knight, published in The Alumni Grill: Anthology of Southern WritersBy alabamaaloudwithdonnoble

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - "Seeing Eye" by Brad Watson and "Falling" by Marlin Barton 44:31

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads the diverse and extensive work of Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "Seeing Eye" by Brad Watson, published by W.W. Norton & Company, Inc. in Last Days of the Dog Men: Stories, Copyright 1996 by Brad Watson. Used with permission of the …

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - ”Capo” by Wendy Reed 24:09

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads the diverse and extensive work of Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "Capo" by Wendy Reed, published in the 2013 collection The Shoe Burnin': Stories of Southern SoulBy alabamaaloudwithdonnoble

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - "A Full Boat" by Daniel Wallace and "Just Like Television" by Thom Gossom Jr. 32:55

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads the diverse and extensive work of Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "A Full Boat" by Daniel Wallace, published in the 2005 collection Stories from the Blue Moon Cafe IV "Just Like Television" by Thom Gossom Jr. published in the 2015 co…

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - ”The Last of the Belles” by F. Scott Fitzgerald 44:54

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads the diverse and extensive work of Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "The Last of the Belles" by F. Scott Fitzgerald, published in 1929 in The Saturday Evening PostBy alabamaaloudwithdonnoble

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Alabama Aloud with Don Noble - "Love" by Michelle Richmond, "Alaska" by Tom Franklin, and "The Other Shoe" by Jennifer Horne 26:37

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The work of Alabama authors deserves to be read out loud - and now it is! Join host Don Noble as he reads the diverse and extensive work of Alabama's finest authors. In this episode: "Love" by Michelle Richmond, published in the 2010 collection Hum "Alaska" by Tom Franklin, published in the 1999 collection Poachers "The Other Shoe" by Jennifer Horn…

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Scottish Rite: Epilogue 29:53

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Transcripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com. In the podcast, the evolution of the Square and Compass, the primary symbol of the "Blue Lodge," is examined after the hosts' journey through the Scottish Rite degrees. It is now seen as a more profound representation, with the Compass …

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32nd Degree: Master of the Royal Secret 37:06

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Transcripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com. In this episode, the intricate details of the Degree Ritual and its profound symbolism are explored, shedding light on the culmination of Masonic teachings. The ritual, set against the backdrop of the Vernal Equinox, serves as a symboli…

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31st Degree: Inspector Inquisitor 38:26

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Transcripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com. In the heart of the episode, the mythological setting of the Egyptian "Hall of Judgment" from the Book of the Dead is explored, serving as the backdrop for the degree ritual. This setting is not just a mere stage but a profound allegory…

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REAL TALK FROM THE ICE LOUNGE 45:08

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THE TRAP IS SET ,THE AGENDA IS BEING REVEALED --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icelounge/message

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30th Degree: Knight Kadosh 34:42

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Transcripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com. In the episode, the historical context of the Knights Templar's fall and the execution of their Grandmaster, Jacques de Molay, is examined, revealing the financial might that led to their downfall by King Philip IV of France and Pope Cl…

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29th Degree: Knight of Saint Andrew 35:33

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Transcripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com. In this episode, the rich symbolism and rituals of the "Scottish Knight of Saint Andrew" degree in Freemasonry are explored in depth. The Saint Andrew’s Cross, an equal-armed x-shaped cross, is identified as the main symbol of the degre…

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28th Degree: Knight of the Sun - Part 3 of 3 41:32

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Transcripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com. In the episode, the exploration of light and darkness as primary metaphors in "The Mysteries" is revisited, with a deep dive into the symbolic significance of these elements across various religious and mythological contexts. The unity …

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28th Degree: Knight of the Sun - Part 2 of 3 33:17

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Transcripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com. In the episode, the depth and complexity of the 28th Degree - Knight of the Sun are explored, revealing its position as a distillation of the entire Scottish Rite system. The discussion begins with Albert Pike's Christian interpretation…

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REAL TALK FROM THE ICE LOUNGE 34:33

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THE WORLD IS BEING CONTROLED BY A DEMONIC FORCE --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icelounge/message

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28th Degree: Knight of the Sun - Part 1 of 3 39:16

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Transcripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com. In the episode, a comprehensive examination of the "Knight of the Sun" degree's Ritual, both in its original and revised forms, is undertaken, revealing significant philosophical and symbolic depth. The revised Ritual, simplified for mo…

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Real Talk From The Ice Lounge 59:16

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The agenda --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icelounge/message

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27th Degree: Knight Commander of the Temple 33:00

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Transcripts, Chapter Markers and Show Notes for all episodes are available from our website - WayOfTheHermit.com. In the episode, the intricate rituals and profound symbolism of the "Knight Commander of the Temple" degree are explored, revealing a ceremony steeped in historical reverence and moral testing. The degree, originating from the siege of …