Category Archives: Symbols

Myth & Justice III (“Modern Day Jousting”)

The last entry discussed the Roman Polanski case in the context of the spirit- and heart- (or blood-) souls dueling within and between both individuals and cultures.  Mythfire has had conversations with readers/friends whose very different “takes” on the Polanski case demonstrate … Continue reading

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Myth & The Symbolic Attitude (Or “The Trappings of Orthodoxy”)

The last blog began with and emphasized the importance of “play” when discussing myth. The entry ended by linking myth to mystery. The present blog continues what might be considered an introduction to myth by describing one or two things … Continue reading

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