Theama Mystery School

What It Is

Theama Mystery School is a modern adaptation of a traditional Mystery School.

Many traditional Mystery Schools were highly secretive because they believed that esoteric knowledge was dangerous to the uninitiated.

This has proven not to be true. Instead it is as Jesus said “those who have ears to hear will hear”.

Esoteric, Mystical, and Metaphysical truths have been easily accessible for many years and have done very little harm because they cannot be truly understood intellectually. They must be understood experientially and that kind of understanding requires years of practice, self-examination and humility. As you can imagine, that kind of work does not appeal to the masses.

Theama Mystery school combines Christian Mystical practices including Mystical communion, meditation, and devotional practices with updated Western Esoteric practices and knowledge.

Advanced practice students learn Hermetic Qabalah, Tarot, and Alchemy. These topics are often the most intriguing but we have found, (through a great deal of experience teaching and learning) that the most important teachings and the most challenging lessons are the simplest ones.

How It Works

The Theama Mystery School is a holistic and compressive training that takes many years to fully grasp and more than one lifetime to master. So, if you are primarily interested in the esoteric information and ideas, we recommend signing up for the correspondence courses of B.O.T.A or others like it. They have excellent resources, many of the same teachings and materials and do not require the level of time and consistent engagement as our Mystery School.

We have several open-access introductory courses for those who want to explore our teachings and begin or expand their mystical practice.

Once a person has completed the introduction courses they can request initiation and apply to become a Spiritual Apprentice. Spiritual Apprentices commit to daily practices, receive direct one-on-one Spiritual direction and counseling, and are given access to further initiation and eventually the possibility of Ordination.

Journey Into Christian Mysticism

"Theologians may quarrel, but the Mystics of the world speak the same language."

-Meister Eckhart

Mysticism has many forms and flavors but at its core, it is the spiritual pursuit of love-union with the Divine.

The Mystical forms of every religion focus on experiential knowledge of God (or the essence of all that is in non-deistic religions) rather than adherence to religious dogma.

Mystics are those who commit their lives to develop a direct experience of God and seek love-union with the Divine within themselves.

Journey Into Christian Mysticism is a wonderful way to begin to explore Christian Mysticism. It is comprised of three Courses: Shadow and Light, The Mystical Path, and Reimagining Christianity.

Shadow & Light

Shadow and Light will explore the heart of Mystical Christianity through teachings and practices. Participants will be invited to not only learn about this beautiful and boundless tradition but to develop their own Mystical practices of meditation and contemplation.

The Mystical Path

In this Series we uncover three core aspects of modern Mysticism including the experiential love-relationship with the Divine, a lack of dogmatism, and a unitive goal. Come explore with us.

Reimagining Christianity

In this Course we are taking a fresh approach to Christian Mysticism. We will explore the Seven Core Tenets of a Humanistic Mystical Philosophy.

Answers to Common Questions

What Is Christian Mysticism?

Christian Mysticism is a form of spirituality that seeks to achieve a direct, personal experience of union with God (or the divine). This spiritual path is rooted in the Christian faith and seeks to deepen one's understanding of the teachings of Jesus Christ and to develop Christ consciousness in oneself.

Christian Mysticism has a long history and has been practiced by many different Christian denominations, including the Eastern Orthodox Church, the Roman Catholic Church, and various non-denominational organizations.

At the core of Christian Mysticism is the belief in the potential for human beings to have a direct experience of union with God. This is often achieved through practices such as contemplative prayer, deep meditation, and the contemplation of sacred texts. Christian Mystics believe that through these practices, one can transcend the physical world and experience a deeper understanding of God and the nature of reality.

Some of the key practices and teachings of Christian Mysticism include:

Contemplation and meditation on the nature of God, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit
The use of prayer, such as the Jesus Prayer, to achieve a deeper connection with God
The study of scripture and the teachings of the early Christian mystics
The cultivation of virtues such as humility, detachment, and compassion
The pursuit of the "mystical marriage" which is the union of the soul with God.

It's important to note that Christian Mysticism is one form of Christianity, it is not in opposition to other forms of Christianity, but it emphasizes the unfolding of the divine within each person and direct relationship with God and offers a path for deeper spiritual growth and understanding. Christian Mysticism, like almost all forms of mysticism, is not dogmatic.

Our form of Christian Mysticism includes Mary (the mother of Jesus) as a co-mediator and spiritual Master. We see Jesus and Mary as extremely advanced human beings that demonstrated the full capacity of our human potential.

What Is The Western Esoteric Tradition?

The Western Esoteric Tradition is a diverse and rich field of study that encompasses a wide range of spiritual and philosophical traditions, including Hermeticism, Kabbalah, Rosicrucianism, Theosophy, and various forms of occultism. These traditions have their roots in the ancient world, and have evolved and been passed down through the centuries by mystics, alchemists, and other practitioners of the arcane arts.

At the heart of the Western Esoteric Tradition is the belief in the power of the individual to access hidden knowledge and wisdom, and to use that knowledge to transform themselves and the world around them. This is often accomplished through practices such as meditation, ritual, and the study of symbolic systems such as tarot and astrology.

The Western Esoteric Tradition places a strong emphasis on personal development and self-discovery. Many of the practices and teachings within this tradition are designed to help individuals access their inner wisdom, connect with the divine, and gain a deeper understanding of the world and their place within it.

The Western Esoteric Tradition is not tied to any particular religion or belief system. It is open to all and may be studied and practiced in conjunction with any other spiritual path or tradition. It draws from various ancient and modern spiritual, philosophical, and psychological teachings and practices, and encourages an individual approach to spirituality and self-discovery.

Some of the key ideas and practices within the Western Esoteric Tradition include:

The study of symbolism, mythology and the meaning of ancient texts
The belief in the interconnectedness of all things, and the potential for individuals to access higher states of consciousness
The use of ritual and ceremonial practices for personal transformation and connecting with the divine
The study of alchemy as a metaphor for personal transformation

It's worth noting that the Western Esoteric Tradition is a diverse and ever-evolving field of study and there's no single definition that encapsulates everything it includes. It's often studied and practiced by individuals who wish to deepen their understanding of spiritual, philosophical and psychological ideas, and to explore the interconnectedness of the universe.

Our organization is specifically connected to the Hermetic tradition and traces its lineage through the Order of the Golden Dawn. Unlike many other modern esoteric groups, which only offer written teachings, we offer a full initiatory path and spiritual community.

If you have any questions or would like more information about Theama's Mystery School, please reach out to us.

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