Arthurian Hallowquest

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In the second lesson we study the Seeker card (the Fool) and after discussion paragraphs we view ourselves as the Seeker, answers set questions, carry through some tasks and then a meditation. All of this is clearly set out in the book for us :) There are no "wrong answers" here, just how the card and the tasks seem to you. Feel free to write as much or as little of your answers as you are comfortable to share in this thread. Ask for discussion, mention things that occur to you, whatever you'd like to share or say. Enjoy PathWalker

This lesson concentrates on the major card Gawain (Strength) VIII There's a brief discussion of his role in some of the myths and stories, and how he is envisaged within the pack itself. There is a meditation where we are asked to 'stand in his place' for a night's watch, and then a reading (with the Arthurian Tarot) in a 6-card spread Gawain's Shield" PathWalker

Tides and Seasons The Four Elements Questions and the meditation "The Cleansing of the Caers" There are several pages of writing associated with this lesson, and then the following four questions: 1. Review the seasons of the year in relation to your life: which season is easiest, and which most difficult for you? 2. What kinds of weather are easiest/ most difficult? 3. What is your best time of day? When does your energy become lowest? 4. Which is your natural element? Then there's quite a long guided meditation which moves you through each of the four compass directions, and …

We read a short commentary on these cards, and then tackle questions, a task and a meditation. QUESTIONS 1. Our society distrusts and shuns the imagination; bring to mind a time when your imaginative or creative life suffered mockery or imprisonment. Ask healing of the Grail Maiden. 2. With which of your close friends/family do you feel greatest concord? What qualities typify this concord? 3. What is the nature of your spiritual reserves? Where do you go when you are spiritually dry? (This might be a book, a place, a form of devotion etc.) TASK During this quest you can reconnect with the Grail each day by making a dedication at twilight. This can be…

With very many thanks to Aerin from Aeclectic, who originally typed all this out years ago! The Land of Logres Speaks: "I am the promise of the land that will be restored. Behold! the waters run once more, each bough is in bud or blosson, the sacred grain is ripening. You who dance out the seedtime of your soul's journey under my broad meadows, I bid you find the rainbow's end and your true treasury." Every age has to solve the problem of evil, find people who will go on quest in service of the Grail. The Grail is an ongoing cycle. To help see the current pattern of events, look at the Grail's manifestation: 1. The Dolorous blow (D.B.) afflicts the land. Usuall…

This set of lessons - connected with the Grail realm, could well be begun at the Autumn Equinox, but if like me you're lagging, don't give up if you don't hit the dates suggested in the book. Just keeping going is the most important thing I think. So in this first lesson of the Grail realm we look at Grail Ten - the Grail castle by the sea, with some discussion about the connection between the time of year and the Grail suit. There are three questions, and then a meditation of entering and exploring the Castle. Then you'll find the ceremony for Grail Hallow. There is a ceremony for each Hallow as we come to their suit.These are very ritualized, but if they don't chi…

This lesson speaks about recognising and responding to the Goddess (or other form) of the spirit of your land. The first page is some discussion of this, and then there's a lot of work - a set of 5 questions, a set of 4 tasks, a meditation, and a layout of the cards into a particular configuration. Remember, as ever you have a week (or as long as you need) to complete this lesson - no need to rush through it or worry about the amount of activities :)

Catlin begins the section of the first five lessons by saying: “Before we set off on our quest, we need to spend a little time in preparation. . . Lessons 1 - 5 give us guidelines for meditation, study and practical work, and provide a grounding as well as a personal map for ensuing quests. Give plenty of time to this preliminary section before you go on to Part Two. Each lesson needs a minimum of a week’s work.” Lesson 1 begins with a discussion and helpful suggestions about meditations as used in the quest. These meditations are to lead you into the cards, to meet the characters, explore the landscape and find your own inner meanings in the symbolism and journey. …