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Everything on Mythology and related to the Maier files series. Posts, Articles referring to myths, mythology, ancestral tales, folklore, gods and goddesses

Everything on Mythology and related to the Maier files series. Posts, Articles referring to myths, mythology, ancestral tales, folklore, gods and goddesses

The Nordic Apocalypse

The Vǫluspá, one of the most remarkable poems of the Old Norse tradition, stands as a monumental piece of literature within the Poetic Edda. Its narrative recounts the creation of the world, its eventual destruction, and its prophesied rebirth. Within this grand cosmological scope, the Vǫluspá is presented as a prophecy delivered by a vǫlva, a seeress who commands great authority and wisdom. The poem, which captures both pre-Christian and Christian influences, has been analyzed...

The Women Who Fly: A Journey Through Myth and Legend

The Women Who Fly: Goddesses, Witches, Mystics, and Other Airborne Females by Serinity Young is a captivating exploration of female figures across history and myth who possess the ability to fly or transcend the earth. From ancient goddesses to modern-day aviatrixes, this book reveals the diverse and powerful stories of women who have taken to the skies, either literally or symbolically, challenging earthly boundaries and societal norms. For enthusiasts of the Maier Files series, Young’s...

The Mystical Power of Thor’s Hammer

Thor’s Hammer, known as Mjölnir, is one of the most iconic symbols in Norse mythology. Revered by ancient Norse societies, Mjölnir was more than just a weapon of war; it was a symbol of protection, blessing, and power. The thunderous hammer was wielded by Thor, the god of thunder, who used it to protect Asgard and Midgard (the Earth) from giants and other monstrous beings. The Complex Nature of Thor Thor might appear to be a straightforward god—a powerful warrior […]...

Understanding the Mithras Cult: Mysteries of the Unconquered Sun

The Mithras Cult, a mystery religion practiced in the Roman Empire, has long fascinated scholars and history enthusiasts alike. While the exact origins of the cult remain somewhat obscure, its practices and symbols have been studied extensively. Roger Beck’s book, “The Religion of the Mithras Cult in the Roman Empire: Mysteries of the Unconquered Sun,” offers an in-depth exploration of this enigmatic religion. In this article, we will delve into some of the key aspects...

From Ancient Rites to Modern Revelations

Initiation—an evocative term that conjures images of secret rites and profound transformations—has intrigued anthropologists and scholars of religion for generations. As Joseph Henderson wisely noted in his seminal work, Thresholds of Initiation, “Initiation more than any other body of knowledge has suffered throughout history from the fate of continually being forgotten and having to be rediscovered” (Henderson 2005: 1). In 1909, a remarkable resurgence of interest in initiation rites occurred, thanks to Arnold Van Gennep...
johannes bureus

The Enigmatic Johannes Bureus: Bridging Nordic Mythology and Renaissance Magic

In the annals of Northern Europe during the Renaissance, amidst the flourishing of Hermeticism, Kabbalah, and Medieval magic, emerges an intriguing figure whose life and work spanned the realms of pre-Christian mythology and esoteric Renaissance knowledge. Johannes Thomae Agrivillensis Bureus, known simply as Johannes Bureus (1568-1652), embodies this unique fusion of disparate yet intertwined traditions. Despite the scarcity of information about him, his contributions to the study of Nordic mythology and runology, alongside his engagement with Renaissance esotericism, mark him […]...

The Symbolic Odyssey of Flowers Across Cultures and Eras

The rich tapestry of human history is often woven with the delicate threads of symbolism and tradition. One such fascinating journey takes us into the ancestral cult of flowers, exploring the deep meanings associated with these blossoms across various cultures and epochs. Among the myriad flowers that have captured the human imagination, the Mayan Nicte and the Rose stand out as emblematic figures in the ancestral tapestry of flora. In Mayan culture, the Nicte, a...

Navigating Norse Heathenism

In the rich tapestry of Old Norse literature, tales of encounters between Christian kings and the remnants of the old gods persist as fascinating narratives that reflect the complex interplay between the pagan past and the emerging Christian present. One such tale unfolds in the saga of Óláfs Saga Helga, captured vividly in the introductory quote. ‘Have you no desire to be like that king who was victorious against all whom he fought,who was handsome...

Unraveling the Swastika’s Mystical Significance

The exploration of ancient symbols often reveals hidden threads connecting diverse cultures. In the Maier Files Chronicles, we delve into the higher meaning of the swastika, tracing its roots through various traditions and shedding light on its symbolism beyond conventional interpretations. Herman Wirth’s research on the Ur-Nordic races in Germany serves as a guiding beacon, unraveling the swastika’s significance in a broader, universal context. The Hyperborean Race: Unveiling the Nordic Origin Wirth’s groundbreaking work challenges the conventional view of the […]...

The ancient mysteries and the school of Gnosticism

The School of Gnosticism was divided into two major parts, commonly called the Syrian Cult and the Alexandrian Cult. These schools agreed in essentials, but the latter division was more inclined to be pantheistic, while the former was dualistic.  While the Syrian cult was largely Simonian, the Alexandrian School was the outgrowth of the philosophical deductions of a clever Egyptian Christian, Basilides by name, who claimed to have received his instructions from the Apostle Matthew. Like Simon...

Odin and the Odinic Mysteries

The date of the founding of the Odinic Mysteries is uncertain, some writers declaring that they were established in the first century before Christ; others, the first century after Christ. Robert Macoy, 33°, gives the following description of their origin: “It appears from the northern chronicles that in the first century of the Christian Era, Sigge, the chief of the Aser, an Asiatic tribe, emigrated from the Caspian sea and the Caucasus into northern Europe.  He...
norns

The Norns in Old Norse Mythology

The nornir or norns were a group of female supernatural beings closely related to ideas about fate in Old Norse tradition. Karen Bek-Pedersen provides a thorough understanding of the role played by norns and other beings like them in the relevant sources. Although they are well known, even to people who have only a superficial knowledge of Old Norse mythology, this is the first detailed discussion of the norns to be published amongst the literature dealing with Old Norse beliefs. […]...
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