One of the marks of a warrior is knowing what the hell he is doing. The other is the willingness to stand up when the occasion arises. The last point is an admirable quality and may possibly be immortalized in poetry but knowing where the killing end on the shiny … Continue reading
The Dokkodo, or supplementary assistance from the Orient
The practice of discernment is an important thing and we can never know when gems of wisdom or experience can be dropped in our lap or perhaps have been lying under or noses or collecting dust in our basements without ever realizing it. Continue reading
Introductory thoughts on war or before man was war waited for him
I was always fascinated by all things combative and things related to war even as a child. I would use sticks as a sword and my father was military and I would put on his oversized gear and engage in mock battles with a bb gun in the forests and … Continue reading
How to recognize a Hermeticist
Having a “brand” or an image is a matter of utmost importance these days. Leaders of seeming esoteric persuasion in an attempt to appear legitimate will cultivate an appearance of what they presume a spiritual guru to look like. Trying to bring Vedic wisdom to the droll West? Wear a … Continue reading
Greek Training Summary
Corporeal …they are well adapted both for bodily exertion and foot-speed. In the prime of life, beauty lies in being naturally adapted for the toils of war… one who excels in both boxing and wrestling is fit for the pankration. But he who excels in everything is fit for … Continue reading
The Vagaries of Eros
Pussy has destroyed more men than any other calamity on the face of the planet. With a degree of detachment, it becomes amazing to see the kind of nonsense that men partake in throwing away money, careers, and livelihood for sirens of ever decreasing qualities. Men who have been titans … Continue reading
Voices of Chivalry: Ramon Llull
I should start out with the fact that chivalry is not primarily about being a “simp” as the kids would say these days. I should also point out that being a “simp” of sorts can be a boundless well for development. This will require further consideration but for now … Continue reading
Ritual, or forces of habit
Ritual could be said to be the handprint of the divine on earth. It is an example of the work of analogy and a principle explained in the emerald tablet: As above, so below. The lower mirroring the higher and the law of analogy enacted in an explicit sense. The … Continue reading
Silence is Golden
Despite this Mass being noisier, it’s more quiet. After I had been attending the Latin mass for a period of time I had made this off handed remark to one of the parishioners without much thought. Many of the parishioners have large families with small children so crying and fussing … Continue reading
Types of Brilliance or updating cavalry tactics
There are types brilliance of various sorts. Brilliance that does not always correlate with a strictly intellectual endeavor. Oftentimes the brilliance one witnesses within art or music may not always be the most technically proficient but possesses a unity that makes it greater than the sum of its parts. There … Continue reading