Freemasonry

[close] Black Maven is discussion group dedicated to the discovery and exposition of occultist literature that would appeal to the late Aleister Crowley. Everyone is welcome, especially transhumanists, alchemists, astrologists, dowsers, egyptologists, freemasons, kabbalists, gnostics, magicians, metaphysicists, ninjas, numerologists and the like. So, you may first ask, what is a maven? A maven (also mavin) is a trusted expert, often self-proclaimed, in a particular field, who seeks to pass knowledge on to others. The word maven comes from the Hebrew, via Yiddish, and means one who understands, based on an accumulation of knowledge.1 Moreover, maven knowledge is typically gained outside a culture's traditional educational apparatus. For example, college or university degrees in Alchemy just aren't to be pursued anywhere in the Occident. A Black Maven is a particular kind of expert of "occult" knowledge. More often than not, a cultural taboo is associated with occult knowledge, and sometimes quite perniciously. Well, you don't have to look far for examples of that kind of cultural phenomenon--simply reference the Spanish Inquisition as a prime example. Ironically, if we take stock of the hugely popular Harry Potter phenomenon, we surely must reach the prima facie conclusion that occultism has captivated the minds of young and old alike (the old are at least paying for all the Harry Potter media and spinoff merchandise their children are clamoring to purchase). Perhaps the polemic that naturally evolves from that realisation is something that can be pursued through this group. In summary, the purpose of this group is to entertain. If it does something other than that, such as enlighten, so be it. 1 Dictionary.com

[close] This global discussion group has been designed to encourage debates about important and underreported issues of our era. All you need is an enquiring mind and a desire to gain or share “underground knowledge”. This is also a place to discuss the controversial topics explored in The Underground Knowledge Series (non-fiction books) by James Morcan & Lance Morcan as well as the Underground Knowledge podcast show.

[close] In 2009 music artist Lady Gaga released the song "Alejandro" and here he is, the SexMonster himself. Find out the real meaning of her lyrics from the man who knows the real inside truth. Not only does his personal memoir shed the light on Tinsel Town's darkest secrets but it also communicates a prophetic message that the world has chosen to ignore. However, it is an issue that cannot be ignored forever so take advantage of this opportunity to criticize a prophet for speaking the truth no one wants to hear, you can tell him whatever your vulgar little heart desires. The one thing Alejandro will not let you do is spit on him, so this is as close as anyone will be allowed to get to him. But don't let that discourage you,come one come all and remember to brush up your vocabulary because Alejandro's heard it all at least twice and he wants to hear your your best most colorful insults and remember, G-D is watching; nothing is forgotten and few will be forgiven. You won't get to crucify this one. We promise.

[close] Discussion group concerning Freemasonry and Masonic Topics, book ideas, book reviews, guidance in masonic etiquette and for general questions.