Tag Archives: reincarnation

How an Ancient Egyptian Symbol Became a Christian Icon

Posted on February 19, 2021 by cdsmiller17

The Phoenix Rising from Its Ashes It gives us a clue as to the reality of the Risen Christ. The phoenix is a legend of mythic proportions. Does that make it ‘fake’ news? No. But it does put us back … Continue reading →

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Meet the Man who Proved the Maxim “As Above, So Below”

Posted on February 16, 2021 by cdsmiller17

Claudius Ptolemy (100 AD – 170 AD) You might reasonably expect that the man who brought the ancient art of astrology into the ‘modern’ age would at least have a horoscope. Unfortunately, none exists, so I cannot show you his … Continue reading →

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Beware the Ides of February

Posted on February 13, 2021 by cdsmiller17

Tiberius Julius Alexander (10 AD – 70 AD) Let’s be clear here: I said that I was finished at looking for my past life in the 1st Century AD. I even stopped writing about Rome heroes and villains. But one … Continue reading →

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Connecting the Dots, Using Astrology

Posted on February 11, 2021 by cdsmiller17

The Link Between Me and the First Century: Henry II The difficulty in tracking down past-life connections is one’s unwillingness to accept unpalatable truths. That is why I have been reluctant to see myself as Pontius Pilate. Somehow, I couldn’t … Continue reading →

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The Crusader King and His Karmic Debt to Jerusalem

Posted on February 8, 2021 by cdsmiller17

Richard the Lionheart (September 8, 1157 – April 6, 1199) The mental flash I got yesterday about the Henry II, Richard I and John being connected with the unholy trinity of Flavian emperors hasn’t gone away. Let’s call it the … Continue reading →

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Henry II’s Favourite Son: Nicknamed John Lackland

Posted on February 7, 2021 by cdsmiller17

King John of England (December 24, 1166 – October 19, 1216) I’ve written about King John before, but only in connection with the Magna Carta. It was my inspired thought this morning about the echo between John and Domitian that … Continue reading →

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The Second Roman Emperor After Nero

Posted on February 5, 2021 by cdsmiller17

Otho (April 28, 32 AD – April 16, 69 AD) I always thought Roman busts were meant to be serious, but this one looks like he’s pouting. Otho was made Emperor after Alba was killed, but his rule was short-lived. … Continue reading →

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“He Whom God Shall Make Manifest”

Posted on February 1, 2021 by cdsmiller17

Baháʼu’lláh (November 12, 1817 – May 29, 1892) An ongoing discussion has been taking place between myself and someone who thinks he is the reincarnation of Jesus. This gets us into very interesting territory, as you can imagine. If you … Continue reading →

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How the “Son of Man” Became the Son of a God

Posted on January 30, 2021 by cdsmiller17

Titus (December 30, 39 AD – September 13, 81 AD) Just when I thought I was done with Roman Emperors, another one makes me take notice. This is due to starting to read “Caesar’s Messiah” yesterday (and continuing today). This … Continue reading →

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Reincarnation: Can One Soul Inhabit Two Bodies?

Posted on January 30, 2021 by cdsmiller17

Aristotle Thought So: This is an uncomfortable question. Most people deny that there is even such a thing as reincarnation, let alone splitting a soul in two to double its chances of success. But I’ve experienced it too many times … Continue reading →

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