Br. Jaime Paul Lamb on Astrology, the Cosmos, and the Western Esoteric Tradition
Episode 43 is another throwback from the Esotericism in Freemasonry Conference 2022. This time, Bro. Jaime Paul Lamb walks us through astrology in the Western esoteric tradition, from the star-watche…
Episode 43 is another throwback from the Esotericism in Freemasonry Conference 2022. This time, Bro. Jaime Paul Lamb walks us through astrology in the Western esoteric tradition, from the star-watchers of ancient Mesopotamia all the way into the symbolism of the lodge. Jaime is a professional astrologer and one of our most popular guests, and this talk is a favorite we recently pulled from the archives.
Please forgive any audio quirks, it was recorded live at the event. Slides are up on our YouTube channel if you want to follow along.
New Episode
Episode 43: Astrology in the Western Esoteric Tradition
w/ Bro. Jaime Paul Lamb | Throwback Episode | EFC 2022
Recorded live at EFC 2022, this presentation traces astrology from the celestial omens of ancient Mesopotamia through the Hellenistic world, the Renaissance, and into the symbolism of the Craft. Along the way Jaime connects the Ptolemaic cosmos, the Sefer Yetzirah, and the four fixed signs of the zodiac to the working of the lodge. It is a wide-ranging tour from one of the most popular voices to grace this show.
From the Blog
The Lion, the Ox, the Eagle, and the Man
Four of the Royal Arch banners carry a lion, an ox, an eagle, and a man. They are not just tribal standards. They are the four fixed signs of the zodiac, and their trail runs from the palace gates of Babylon to the chapter room. A companion piece to this episode.
In Case You Missed It
Episode 42: Freemasonry in Academic Studies of Western Esotericism
w/ Bro. Doug Russel | Throwback Episode | EFC 2022
Bro. Doug Russel is a past editor of the Fraternal Review and an officer of the Academy of Reflection, bringing a unique perspective that bridges scholarly research and lived Masonic practice. In this conversation we dig into why academics are only now beginning to take Freemasonry seriously as a subject of study, how the Craft intersects with broader currents in Western Esoteric thought, and what it means for brethren when scholars start examining the traditions from the outside looking in.
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