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The Lost Magic of Christianity: Celtic Essene Connections [Illustrated] [Paperback]

Michael Poynder (Author)
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January 1, 1997
To revive the lost nature wisdom of the ancient Celts, Michael Poynder examines the fundamentals of Celtic history and culture:
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How the first of the Essene Christians came to Britain in AD 36
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How they found common ground with the Celtic Druids.
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How that commonality goes back to the neolithic seers who amplified natural forces by positioning stones in sacred geometric relationships.
Ancient Celtic metaphysics, with its roots in both East and West, encompassed knowledge of
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How natural energy flows, as perserved in Celtic knotwork
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How chakras can be used for pendulum dowsing
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How crystal geometry influenced early Irish architecture and astronomy This sophisticated tuning into nature, so basic to the Druids and Celtic Christians, was eventually debased by the patriarchal priesthood of the Church of Rome. The magical traditions went underground, the memories relegated to folklore and deep within the spirit of a suppressed people. But the magic is not all lost! Poynder guides individual readers to discover these truths for themselves, in the tradition of the shamans and wise elders. His fresh look at our ancient heritage suggests more pieces of the puzzle that we can put in place: He discusses our pre-Christian ancestors, vibrant seers, healers, and magicians; and he unlocks the secrets of Stone Age and Bronze Age metaphysics that influenced the Gnostic practices of early priesthood.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.


Product Details

  • Paperback: 179 pages
  • Publisher: Collins Pr; illustrated edition edition (January 1, 1997)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 189825625X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1898256250
  • Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,548,807 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3.0 out of 5 stars Odd, challenging, interesting., March 4, 1998
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I bought it. I read it. I'm still not certain what to think. This book will appeal most strongly to people who enjoy "conspiracy" logic, Bible Code, and Book of Revelations theories. It doesn't address any of those topics, per se, but it's along the same challenging line of thought. This book shows (coincidental?) ties between Celtic beliefs, early Christianity, chakras, aromatherapy, mystical practices from India and the East, Golden Triangles, early architecture of temples, Masonic and Egyptian symbols, and more. Whether you take this seriously or chuckle through the concepts, you'll find some intriguing material in these pages.
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9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars This is one of the most exciting books that I have ever read, March 30, 1998
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Christianity has suddenly become an open book to me, and I realise that a lot of the dogma forced on me through my education is a myth and lacks any substance from the gospels. I now see the historical Jesus from a totally different perspective and realise that he was actually human in every respect. I no longer feel guilty and I recommend this challenging book thoroughly.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good Reference Material, June 28, 2010
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Even if you are not a christian, this is a very good work for those interested in the esoteric side of Christianity, which is seldom mentioned in traditional circles. It shows how many ancient practices which are considered "pagan" were once used by early monks.
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