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by WhiteRaven
Tue Feb 05, 2013 6:35 pm
Forum: Greek Magical Papyri (PGM)
Topic: Greco-Egyptian Magic
Replies: 28
Views: 25687

Re: Greco-Egyptian Magic

I agree that we can learn more through comparing various cultures to each other. Limiting one's knowledge is never a good thing. But I agree with Poe that if we are going to utilize a certain aspect of a culture's belief, especially a spiritual being, we should do so in the tradition and information...
by WhiteRaven
Tue Feb 05, 2013 12:41 pm
Forum: Greek Magical Papyri (PGM)
Topic: Greco-Egyptian Magic
Replies: 28
Views: 25687

Re: Greco-Egyptian Magic

I apologize ahead of time, my keyboard hates me right now. So ignore random periods please. You've misinterpreted what I said. I'm saying that the mixture of cultures and beliefs at that time is very similar to our "New Age" and it is NOT "original" in the sense of purity of cul...
by WhiteRaven
Mon Feb 04, 2013 8:53 pm
Forum: Greek Magical Papyri (PGM)
Topic: Greco-Egyptian Magic
Replies: 28
Views: 25687

Re: Greco-Egyptian Magic

Greco-Egyptian magic is not new age, they know what they did this why Alexandrian library was world greatest thing for soul and mind. New age is when you mix all kind of stuff without even understanding basic of reality, magic etc. they knew what they doing and make something better but this is wel...
by WhiteRaven
Mon Feb 04, 2013 1:29 pm
Forum: Greek Magical Papyri (PGM)
Topic: Greco-Egyptian Magic
Replies: 28
Views: 25687

Re: Greco-Egyptian Magic

Here is a really great article on Egyptian religion/culture that you may find informative. At the very bottom is a recommended reading list. http://www.sacred-texts.com/bos/bos446.htm The Greco-Egyptian Papyri aren't what most think. They're littered with influences from other cultures, including Mi...
by WhiteRaven
Sun Feb 03, 2013 7:30 pm
Forum: Greek Magical Papyri (PGM)
Topic: Greco-Egyptian Magic
Replies: 28
Views: 25687

Re: Greco-Egyptian Magic

If you are interested in working with Greek or Egyptian deities, I would recommend going with Greek first. Egyptian deities are extremely stern and intense beings that have very bland personalities. Their company, although educational, will not be enjoyable! ....at least that's my opinion through ex...