The Magpie Mason is an obscure journalist in the Craft who writes, with occasional flashes of superficial cleverness, about Freemasonry’s current events and history; literature and art; philosophy and pipe smoking. He is the Worshipful Master of The American Lodge of Research in New York City; is a Past Master of New Jersey Lodge of Masonic Research and Education 1786; and also is at labor in Virginia’s Civil War Lodge of Research 1865. He is a past president of the Masonic Society as well.
Never before have I heard of an Eastern Star chapter hosting an event like this, so I cannot resist forwarding the news. On Friday, Lorelei Chapter 581 will welcome Michelle Snyder, Ph.D. to present “The Feminine Divine.”
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From her blog: “Michelle earned her post-graduate degree at the University of Wales, decoding prehistoric images, mythology, folklore, and fairy tales, and tracing them to their roots. She is an author, columnist, publisher, artist, and teacher. Her artwork, inspired by her love of symbolism and folklore, has appeared in galleries from Massachusetts to California. Michelle is co-owner of White Knight Studio.” Her books, on symbology and fairy tales, include: Symbology ReVision: Unlocking Secret Knowledge Symbology: Hidden in Plain Sight Symbology: My Art and Symbols Symbology: Fairy Tales Uncovered Symbology: Decoding Classic Images Symbology: World of Symbols Symbology: Secrets of the Mermaids and: A Tale of Three Kingdoms, Book One: The Lost Unicorn A Tale of Three Kingdoms, Book Two: The Lost Mermaid The Fairy Tales: Once-Upon-a-Time Lessons She has spoken from the lectern to a variety of Masonic audiences.
Beginning tomorrow night and continuing all week, the Rosicrucian Order will present Grand Master Julie Scott for in-depth reviews of what esoteric thinkers term the Divine Feminine. These will take place at the Rosicrucian Cultural Center (2303 Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Boulevard in Manhattan) nightly at 6:30, except for Saturday’s meet, which will take place at the Brooklyn Museum at one o’clock. From the publicity: Join Grand Master Julie Scott in a five-part exploration of the Divine Feminine, including how She is treated in the world today (in the West and in other parts of the world), Her power throughout history, and how embracing the Divine Feminine can contribute to a healthy, more sustainable future for our species and our planet. We will explore how the Divine Feminine is perceived and experienced in today’s world, including in major religions such as Judaism, Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam. We also will meet the Primordial Goddess, as worshiped in the mists of time, and will be introduced to Judy Chicago’s epic contemporary work of art, “The Dinner Party,” which presents a symbolic history of women in Western civilization. All are welcome! Monday, December 5 – The Divine Feminine Tuesday, December 6 – Egyptian Goddesses Wednesday, December 7 – Greek Goddesses Thursday, December 8 – Goddesses of the East Friday, December 9 – Embracing the Divine Feminine Saturday, December 10 – Trip to the Brooklyn Museum: Meet at the Brooklyn Museum to experience Judy Chicago’s epic contemporary work of art, “The Dinner Party,” which presents a symbolic history of women in Western civilization. We also will view objects related to some of the other traditions explored in the Divine Feminine workshops.
Museum admission prices range from $10 (62 and older) to $16 per person. Ages 19 and under are free. We will meet in the main lobby, near the ticket desk, at 1 p.m.
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