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Zurvanism, a distinctive offshoot of Zoroastrianism, emerged and flourished during the Sassanian Empire (224-651 CE). This ancient philosophy is often viewed as heretical by Zoroastrian orthodoxy, largely because it redefines the fundamental structure of the cosmos and its deities. By placing Zurvan, the hypostasis of infinite time and space, as

Lilith, a figure shrouded in controversy, is one of the most fascinating characters in Jewish folklore, and her story continues to resonate in modern culture. Despite not appearing in the Torah's official creation narrative, Lilith has been brought to life through midrashic texts, Sumerian mythology, and even modern

The story of Count Johann Ferdinand von Kuefstein and the spirits he allegedly captured in glass jars is one of the most intriguing tales from the 18th century. This story, first published in 1873 in "Phoenix: The Freemasonry Pocketbook," takes us deep into the mysterious practices of the

I am thrilled to announce the launch of the Crazy Alchemist podcast! For those who have followed the website and are fascinated by stories of alchemy, mythology, the occult, and eerie folklore, this podcast is an extension of our journey into the mystical and the mysterious. The first episode dives

Verena Baumann, a young servant girl from the rural canton of Appenzell in Switzerland, found herself drawn to the teachings of the Anabaptists during the early 16th century. The Anabaptists believed in adult baptism, rejecting the practice of infant baptism common in the Catholic and Lutheran churches. They held that

Nestled in the picturesque city of St. Gallen, where history and modernity intertwine, my fascination with alchemy finds a perfect muse. Living and working in St. Gallen, I am constantly reminded of its rich historical tapestry, particularly in alchemy. One figure in this historical landscape stands out: Bartholomäus Schobinger, a