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Battling a Djinn (Part 2: Demons, wolves & a god)
In Part 1 of this new 5-part series, I discussed the history of the Djinn. Now, in Part 2, I’ll consider demons, explain why Djinn fear wolves and discuss the ancient Egyptian god, Set. In Part 3, I’ll talk about my first encounter with a Djinn in the desert. In Part 4, I’ll tell you…
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Battling a Djinn (Part 1: A Short History of the Djinn)
In Part 1 of this new 5-part series, Battling a Djinn, I’ll be discussing the history of the Djinn. Part 2 addresses demons (the Shayāṭīn), why Djinn fear wolves and discusses the ancient Egyptian god, Set. In Part 3, I’ll talk about my first encounter with a Djinn in the Egyptian desert. Part 4 is…
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Mysteries of the Great Pyramid (Part 3 of 3: The King’s Chamber & Beyond)
This is the final edition in a new three-part blog series, delving into the mysteries of the Great Pyramid of Giza. In Part 1, I looked at the claims Egyptologists make regarding its creation. In Part 2, I discussed the theories regarding how the Great Pyramid was built and the extraordinary suggestion that it may…
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Mysteries of the Great Pyramid (Part 2 of 3: The Great Power Plant)
This is the second edition in a new three-part blog series, delving into the mysteries of the Great Pyramid of Giza. In Part 1, I looked at the claims Egyptologists make regarding its creation. In Part 3, I’ll discuss my own experiences of visiting the Great Pyramid, offer a few travel tips and consider the…
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Mysteries of the Great Pyramid – Part 1 of 3: The Khufu Mystery
This is the first edition of a new three-part blog series, delving into the mysteries of the Great Pyramid of Giza. In Part 2, I’ll look at the theories regarding how it was built and the ‘power plant’ theory. In Part 3, I’ll discuss my own experiences of visiting the Great Pyramid, offer a few…
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The Serapeum of Saqqara – Part 5 of 5: Our Experiences
In the last blog, Part 4, of this series of five, I discussed the various theories for what was in the boxes. This week I’m going to discuss what those in my own expedition felt when they encountered the Serapeum. We were a group of shamans and psychically-aware explorers, who had no preconceptions, not having…
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The Serapeum of Saqqara (Part 4 of 5: What Was In The Boxes?)
In the last post, in this series of five, I discussed Prince Khaemweset and his obsession with the Serapeum, undoubtedly linked to his interest in magic and healing. I also discussed the ‘official line’ about what was in the boxes and why I felt it was not the Apis bulls (quick summary – there are…
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The Serapeum of Saqqara (Part 3 of 5: Prince Khaemweset)
In the last part of this series of five, I discussed the astonishing construction of the boxes that were discovered in the Serapeum of Saqqara. This week, I’m going to consider a key historical figure with a direct connection to the Serapeum, Prince Khaemweset. Before I get to him, however, I’d like to write a…
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BFI LFF Review: A Beautiful Day In The Neighbourhood
For my final review of a film from the British Film Institute’s London Film Festival 2019, I consider A Beautiful Day In The Neighbourhood – a step into the world of the American children’s television host, Mr Rogers. A Beautiful Day In The Neighbourhood Screening Date – Saturday, 12th October 2019 Whilst not very well…
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BFI LFF Review: Le Mans ’66
A short review of a film from the British Film Institute’s London Film Festival 2019 – Le Mans ’66 (or, as the Americans insist on marketing it, Ford v Ferrari). Le Mans ’66 Screening Date – Thursday, 10th October 2019 I wasn’t sure about booking this one, since I’m not a motor racing fan, but…
