The history and philosophy of the mysterious Cathar religion and its lost treasure - Demonstrates that Catharism is not simply a heretical Christian cult as it is often portrayed - Examines the evidence for the existence of a lost Cathar treasure and its possible connection to the Holy Grail On March 16, 1244, over 200 Cathars were captured in their fortress stronghold of Montsegur and were burned alive by troops of the Inquisition. While some Cathar enclaves survived into the next century, this was the death blow to a religion that had been a powerful symbol of Occitain...
The history and philosophy of the mysterious Cathar religion and its lost treasure - Demonstrates that Catharism is not simply a heretical Christi...
Historian Markale takes us deep into a mythical world where both man and woman become whole by realizing the feminine principle in its entirety. The author explores the rich heritage of Celtic women in history, myth, and ritual, showing how these traditions compare to modern attitudes toward women.
Historian Markale takes us deep into a mythical world where both man and woman become whole by realizing the feminine principle in its entirety. The a...
- A study of the primordial figure of the Great Goddess and her continued worship through time as shown by the myths, shrines, and sanctuaries around the world that honor this powerful symbol of creation. - A noted historian on pre-Christian societies provides an extensive worldwide listing of sites and sanctuaries associated with goddess worship. - Explores goddess worship in cultures around the world, including Native American, Egyptian, Indian, and Oriental civilizations. - Demonstrates that although her worship has sometimes been forced underground it has never disappeared....
- A study of the primordial figure of the Great Goddess and her continued worship through time as shown by the myths, shrines, and sanctuaries around ...