Here’s Part 9 and the final post in this fascinating series on The Trinity, a journey I embarked upon while reading the Theosophy book, The Masters and The Path.
In Christian doctrine, the Trinity is one God in three distinct persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, all fully and equally God yet personally distinct. The Holy Spirit is not formally identified as feminine in the Bible, but some biblical language (especially Hebrew “Spirit” as ruach) is grammatically feminine, and Christian tradition gives Mary a strong “Divine Mother” symbolism while still clearly distinguishing her from the Trinity.
Father, Son and Holy Spirit
The Father: The unoriginate source within the Godhead, who “begets” the Son and, with the Son, is origin of the Spirit; associated with creating and willing the plan of salvation.
The Son (Jesus Christ): Eternally begotten of the Father, consubstantial with him, who becomes incarnate as true God and true man to reveal God and accomplish redemption by his life, death, and resurrection.
The Holy Spirit: The third person, proceeding from the Father (and, in Western theology, from the Father and the Son), who indwells believers, gives life, sanctifies, and guides the Church.
Is the Holy Spirit “feminine” in Scripture?
In the Old Testament, the main word for “spirit” is Hebrew ruach, which is grammatically feminine, so passages about the Spirit of God sometimes use a feminine noun, though this reflects grammar rather than a defined female “person” in later doctrine.
In the New Testament, Greek pneuma (“Spirit”) is grammatically neuter, and mainstream Christian theology treats God as beyond human gender while still typically retaining masculine pronouns for Father and Son and a mix of images (some maternal) for God and the Spirit.
Mary and “Divine Motherhood”
The Church (especially Catholic and Orthodox traditions) calls Mary Mother of God (Theotokos), not because she precedes or “creates” the divine nature, but because the one she bore is truly God the Son incarnate.
She is richly honored with maternal titles such as “Blessed Virgin,” “Universal Mother,” “Queen of Angels,” “Queen of Heaven,” and “Star of the Sea” (Stella Maris), expressing her spiritual motherhood of believers and her intercessory role, yet she is explicitly not counted as a fourth divine person or as a member of the Trinity.
Marian imagery and the “Divine Feminine”
Official doctrine, however, keeps a clear boundary: the persons of the Trinity are Father, Son, and Holy Spirit alone, whereas Mary is a uniquely graced human being and Mother of Jesus, honored above all saints but always as a creature, not as a divine hypostasis.
Many Christians experience Mary as an icon of the Divine Motherhood of God: a human, creaturely reflection of the nurturing, protective, and compassionate aspects of God’s love, which some theologians also associate symbolically with the action of the Spirit.
Part 9 and final post of a series on Aspects of The Trinity.
For the basis of this series, check out this post (where I will also list all the links to each part of the series in case you miss any):
I’m encouraging those “over 60” to open to lifelong learning (observe and gently question their pre-conceived beliefs, aka ‘Programming’), become more aware of their thoughts and emotions, consistently move their bodies (too many are stuck in their heads and physically unhealthy), become strong, and resilient in spirit, soul, mind, body. And to question EVERYTHING!
Yours in consciousness-expansion as we evolve and revolve during our mystical awakening. All while doing-my-egoless-best, to take you on a limitless, spiraling thought ride to better health, through doing more with ease, to help us sustain the JOY in our lives! (With lots of Gratitude throughout.)
Sheila “Spiral Sister” Murrey
The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.
About us
My husband is an award-winning illustrator, plus he’s a seasoned guitarist, bass player, and songwriter (with over 400 original songs). You can view some of his artwork and listen to many of his songs at: https://www.youtube.com/user/richardmurrey
Here’s Part 8 as I wind down this series on The Trinity, a rabbit hole I decided to explore from a Zoom book club I’m part of that’s been reading the Theosophy book, The Masters and The Path.
In Hindu thought, Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma form the Trimurti, a threefold expression of the one ultimate reality (Brahman), but they are not a “Trinity” in the same sense as the Christian doctrine of three co‑equal persons in one God. The Trimurti instead symbolizes three cosmic functions—creation, preservation, and destruction/transforming—that work together in a single, cyclical process.
Who Brahma Is
Brahma is the creator aspect: he represents the power through which the universe and living beings come into manifestation.
In many traditions he is understood as one “form” or mode of Brahman, responsible for the initiating, imaginative, and knowledge‑oriented side of reality.
Who Vishnu Is
Vishnu is the preserver or sustainer: he maintains cosmic order (dharma), protects the world, and restores balance when it is disturbed.
His many avatars (such as Rama and Krishna) are seen as interventions of the preserving aspect of the divine within history and myth.
Who Shiva Is
Shiva is the destroyer/transformer: he dissolves forms, ego, and ignorance so that new creation can arise, emphasizing transformation rather than mere annihilation.
As the ascetic yogi and ecstatic dancer (Nataraja), Shiva embodies the power that ends a cycle and simultaneously opens the way for renewal.
Trimurti and the Christian Trinity
The Trimurti gathers Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva as three functions or forms of one ultimate reality (Brahman), expressing a dynamic cycle of creation, preservation, and destruction.
The Christian Trinity, by contrast, is three distinct, co‑equal persons (Father, Son, Spirit) sharing one essence, not three functional roles of one God acting in time, so any one‑to‑one mapping (e.g., “Brahma = Father, Vishnu = Son, Shiva = Spirit”) is a comparative analogy used in interfaith dialogue, not a native Hindu teaching.
Part 8 of a series on Aspects of The Trinity.
For the basis of this series, check out this post (where I will also list all the links to each part of the series in case you miss any):
I’m encouraging those “over 60” to open to lifelong learning (observe and gently question their pre-conceived beliefs, aka ‘Programming’), become more aware of their thoughts and emotions, consistently move their bodies (too many are stuck in their heads and physically unhealthy), become strong, and resilient in spirit, soul, mind, body. And to question EVERYTHING!
Yours in consciousness-expansion as we evolve and revolve during our mystical awakening. All while doing-my-egoless-best, to take you on a limitless, spiraling thought ride to better health, through doing more with ease, to help us sustain the JOY in our lives! (With lots of Gratitude throughout.)
Sheila “Spiral Sister” Murrey
The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.
About us
My husband is an award-winning illustrator, plus he’s a seasoned guitarist, bass player, and songwriter (with over 400 original songs). You can view some of his artwork and listen to many of his songs at: https://www.youtube.com/user/richardmurrey
Here’s Part 7 as I continue my search for The Trinity within many of the world’s religions or myths, as an outgrowth from a Zoom book club I’m part of that’s been reading the Theosophy book, The Masters and The Path.
In Zoroastrianism there are a few important triads of beings and principles, but they are not a “Trinity” in the Christian sense of three consubstantial persons in one God. Rather, they are either aspects of Ahura Mazda’s wisdom and goodness, or opposed powers in a cosmic dualism of good and evil.
Key Zoroastrian figures
Ahura Mazda: The supreme Wise Lord, creator and source of all that is good, truth‑aligned, and life‑giving in Zoroastrianism.
Asha (Asha Vahishta): The principle (and also an Amesha Spenta) of truth, right order, and righteousness, the cosmic order established by Ahura Mazda; its opposite is druj (deceit, falsehood, chaos).
Vohu Manah (Vohumano): “Good Mind” or “Good Purpose,” another Amesha Spenta, representing the enlightened, benevolent mentality through which humans align their thoughts with Ahura Mazda’s will.
Ahura Mazda, Asha, Vohu Manah and “trinity”
These three can be seen as:
Ahura Mazda: the highest God.
Asha: divine truth/order.
Vohu Manah: divine good mind.
In some modern or comparative discussions, people speak loosely of a “Zoroastrian trinity” here, but in the original theology Asha and Vohu Manah are emanations or attributes (Amesha Spentas) of Ahura Mazda, not co‑equal persons within one Godhead.
Ahura Mazda, Mithra, Ahriman
Mithra: An important yazata (worthy of worship) associated with covenants, light, and justice, often invoked alongside Ahura Mazda and other deities in later Iranian practice.
Ahriman (Angra Mainyu): The destructive or evil spirit, the adversary of Ahura Mazda and/or the beneficent spirit (Spenta Mainyu), representing deceit, darkness, and death.
When Ahura Mazda, Mithra, and Ahriman are mentioned together in modern comparisons, the pattern is usually:
Ahura Mazda: supreme good deity.
Mithra: a major helper/mediator figure on the side of good.
Ahriman: the evil opponent. But this is a cosmic dualism plus helpers, not a unified three‑in‑one deity.
Relation (and non‑relation) to the Christian Trinity
Because of this, any mapping like “Ahura Mazda = Father, Asha or Vohu Manah = Spirit, Mithra = Son, Ahriman = Satan” is a later comparative analogy, not something native to Zoroastrian doctrine. It can be spiritually suggestive, but it is historically and theologically imprecise.
Christian Trinity: three distinct, co‑equal, co‑eternal persons (Father, Son, Holy Spirit) sharing one divine essence, without an independent evil being.
Zoroastrian structures:
A single supreme God (Ahura Mazda) surrounded by emanations/aspects (Amesha Spentas such as Asha and Vohu Manah).
A real, opposing evil principle (Ahriman/Angra Mainyu) in cosmic struggle with the good.
Part 7 of a series on Aspects of The Trinity.
For the basis of this series, check out this post (where I will also list all the links to each part of the series in case you miss any):
I’m encouraging those “over 60” to open to lifelong learning (observe and gently question their pre-conceived beliefs, aka ‘Programming’), become more aware of their thoughts and emotions, consistently move their bodies (too many are stuck in their heads and physically unhealthy), become strong, and resilient in spirit, soul, mind, body. And to question EVERYTHING!
Yours in consciousness-expansion as we evolve and revolve during our mystical awakening. All while doing-my-egoless-best, to take you on a limitless, spiraling thought ride to better health, through doing more with ease, to help us sustain the JOY in our lives! (With lots of Gratitude throughout.)
Sheila “Spiral Sister” Murrey
The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.
About us
My husband is an award-winning illustrator, plus he’s a seasoned guitarist, bass player, and songwriter (with over 400 original songs). You can view some of his artwork and listen to many of his songs at: https://www.youtube.com/user/richardmurrey
Here’s Part 6 of my continued search for The Trinity, as an outgrowth from a Zoom book club I’m part of that’s been reading the Theosophy book, The Masters and The Path.
In Jewish Kabbalah, Keter, Chokhmah, and Binah are the three “supernal” sefirot at the top of the Tree of Life, often treated as a highest triad that describes how the infinite Divine first begins to emanate into creation. They are not a “trinity of persons” in the Christian sense, but three phases or aspects of Divine emanation and consciousness.
Keter (Kether) – Crown
Keter means “Crown” and is the first sefirah, the closest point to the infinite Ein Sof, representing the primordial, undifferentiated Divine will or pure being before any polarity or form.
It is described as a blinding, formless light or “hidden intelligence,” beyond ordinary comprehension, from which all other sefirot emanate; it is the archetypal source rather than a defined personality.
Chokhmah (Chokma) – Wisdom
Chokhmah, “Wisdom,” is the second sefirah, the first dynamic outflow from Keter, often symbolized as active, masculine, expansive, pure force or energy.
It is the primordial flash of insight or creative impulse, sometimes called the “All‑Father,” which pours forth limitless vitality that will later be shaped and limited by Binah.
Binah – Understanding
Binah, “Understanding,” is the third sefirah, the receptive, formative principle that receives the outflow of Chokhmah and gives it structure, boundaries, and intelligible form.
It is associated with the archetypal feminine, the “womb” of creation and the root of form and matter, turning raw wisdom‑energy into differentiated patterns that can unfold through the lower seven sefirot.
The supernal triad (not a “person” Trinity)
Later esoteric systems sometimes map this triad onto “crown–father–mother” archetypes or compare it with various trinities, but in classical Kabbalah it is primarily a metaphysical schema of emanation, not three separate divine individuals.
Together, Keter, Chokhmah, and Binah are called the “three Supernals,” constituting the highest, most subtle level of the Tree: Keter as the ineffable One, Chokhmah as outflowing force, and Binah as receptive form.
Part 6 of a series on Aspects of The Trinity.
For the basis of this series, check out this post (where I will also list all the links to each part of the series in case you miss any):
I’m encouraging those “over 60” to open to lifelong learning (observe and gently question their pre-conceived beliefs, aka ‘Programming’), become more aware of their thoughts and emotions, consistently move their bodies (too many are stuck in their heads and physically unhealthy), become strong, and resilient in spirit, soul, mind, body. And to question EVERYTHING!
Yours in consciousness-expansion as we evolve and revolve during our mystical awakening. All while doing-my-egoless-best, to take you on a limitless, spiraling thought ride to better health, through doing more with ease, to help us sustain the JOY in our lives! (With lots of Gratitude throughout.)
Sheila “Spiral Sister” Murrey
The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.
About us
My husband is an award-winning illustrator, plus he’s a seasoned guitarist, bass player, and songwriter (with over 400 original songs). You can view some of his artwork and listen to many of his songs at: https://www.youtube.com/user/richardmurrey
Here’s Part 5 of my continued search to understand more about The Trinity, as an outgrowth from a Zoom book club I’m part of that’s been reading the Theosophy book, The Masters and The Path.
Taulac, Fan, and Mollac are names later writers attribute to a supposed Druidic “triune god,” but they are not securely attested deities in genuine ancient Celtic or Druidic tradition. They come from 18th–19th‑century antiquarian and occult interpretations that try to map a universal Trinity pattern onto many religions, rather than from reliable pre‑Christian Celtic sources.
Historically grounded Celtic studies generally treat this “Taulac, Fan, Mollac” triad as speculative and late rather than as authentic, well‑documented Druid belief.
Taulac, Fan, and Mollac are not native, independently attested Celtic gods; they arise from a 19th‑century speculative attempt to read a “Trinity” into Druidic religion based on a single, much‑interpreted Irish phrase. The triad is therefore an antiquarian and occult construction rather than a securely documented Druidic doctrine.
The key Irish phrase
The origin is a line quoted by later writers as: “Ain treidhe Dia ainm Tau‑lac, Fan, Mollac,” glossed as “Ain, triple God, whose name is Taulac, Fan, Mollac.”
This is cited second‑hand by 18th–19th‑century authors (for example in works like The Celtic Druids and The Book of God: The Apocalypse of Adam‑Oannes), not from a direct, early Druidic text, and no clear, independent tradition around these three names is preserved in early Irish literature.
How the “triad” was constructed
Antiquarian writers took that single formula of invocation and reinterpreted it as evidence that the Druids worshipped a formal triune deity, explicitly comparing Taulac–Fan–Mollac to Brahma–Vishnu–Shiva in India and other cultural “trinities.”
In these speculative systems, each name is allegorically assigned a function (for example, the third, Mollac, is equated with a “Destroyer” and then connected to biblical Moloch), but these functions come from the author’s comparative theology, not from preserved Druidic myth.
Status in modern scholarship
Authentic early Irish sources mention many gods and triadic motifs, but a fixed high “Trinity” named Taulac, Fan, and Mollac is not part of that corpus; it is essentially a later esoteric reinterpretation imposed on fragmentary and ambiguous evidence.
Modern Celtic and Druidic studies generally treat “Taulac, Fan, Mollac” as a curiosity of 18th–19th‑century comparative religion and theosophical writing, not as a reliable window into pre‑Christian Celtic belief.
Part 5 of a series on Aspects of The Trinity.
For the basis of this series, check out this post (where I will also list all the links to each part of the series in case you miss any):
I’m encouraging those “over 60” to open to lifelong learning (observe and gently question their pre-conceived beliefs, aka ‘Programming’), become more aware of their thoughts and emotions, consistently move their bodies (too many are stuck in their heads and physically unhealthy), become strong, and resilient in spirit, soul, mind, body. And to question EVERYTHING!
Yours in consciousness-expansion as we evolve and revolve during our mystical awakening. All while doing-my-egoless-best, to take you on a limitless, spiraling thought ride to better health, through doing more with ease, to help us sustain the JOY in our lives! (With lots of Gratitude throughout.)
Sheila “Spiral Sister” Murrey
The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.
About us
My husband is an award-winning illustrator, plus he’s a seasoned guitarist, bass player, and songwriter (with over 400 original songs). You can view some of his artwork and listen to many of his songs at: https://www.youtube.com/user/richardmurrey
Here’s Part 4 that continues the search into the search to understand more about The Trinity, as an outgrowth from a Zoom book club I’m part of that’s been reading the Theosophy book, The Masters and The Path.
In Mesopotamian religion (taken over by Assyrians and influencing West‑Semitic peoples), Anu, Ea, and Bel are often presented as a kind of “high triad” of chief gods, symbolically parallel to a trinity of Heaven, Earth, and the Deep. Their exact roles and names shift with time and region, but the pattern is clear.
Anu
Anu (Sumerian An) is the sky god, the high god of heaven and one of the oldest deities of the Mesopotamian pantheon, often seen as “king of the gods” and ultimate source of divine authority.
He represents the lofty, remote heavenly sphere: he allots functions to the other gods, stands at the head of the Anunnaki, and in later theologizing appears as the first “person” of the upper triad (Anu, Bel/Enlil, Ea).
Bel (Enlil)
“Bel” is a title meaning “Lord”; in this specific triad it normally designates Enlil, the great god of earth/air, centered at Nippur, who becomes the active ruler of the cosmos under heaven.
As Bel/Enlil, he is called “lord of the lands,” associated with the ordered world between heaven and the deep, and functions as the powerful executive deity—governing the earth, decreeing destinies, and heading the official divine assembly beneath Anu.
Ea (Enki)
Ea (Sumerian Enki) is the god of the deep (the subterranean fresh waters, Apsu), wisdom, magic, and crafts, with his main cult center at Eridu.
As the third of the great triad, he embodies the watery, under‑worldly but beneficent depths: source of hidden wisdom, ritual knowledge, and civilizing arts, often acting as a clever, saving deity who advises humans and other gods.
The “Trinity” Pattern
This scheme is Mesopotamian rather than specifically “Phoenician,” though later West‑Semitic and Hellenistic writers sometimes drew parallels or genealogies from it; in Mesopotamia itself it is a theological construction rather than three “persons” in a later Christian sense.
Together Anu, Bel (Enlil), and Ea were formulated by theologians as a canonical triad ruling the three great cosmic zones: Heaven (Anu), Earth/air (Bel), and the Deep/Waters (Ea), invoked in royal inscriptions and curses as the supreme divine court.
I find this last paragraph interesting and draw parallels with pagan knowledge regarding revering nature, when it looks to Heaven, Earth and Air, and the Deep Waters.
Part 4 of a series on Aspects of The Trinity.
For the basis of this series, check out this post (where I will also list all the links to each part of the series in case you miss any):
I’m encouraging those “over 60” to open to lifelong learning (observe and gently question their pre-conceived beliefs, aka ‘Programming’), become more aware of their thoughts and emotions, consistently move their bodies (too many are stuck in their heads and physically unhealthy), become strong, and resilient in spirit, soul, mind, body. And to question EVERYTHING!
Yours in consciousness-expansion as we evolve and revolve during our mystical awakening. All while doing-my-egoless-best, to take you on a limitless, spiraling thought ride to better health, through doing more with ease, to help us sustain the JOY in our lives! (With lots of Gratitude throughout.)
Sheila “Spiral Sister” Murrey
The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.
About us
My husband is an award-winning illustrator, plus he’s a seasoned guitarist, bass player, and songwriter (with over 400 original songs). You can view some of his artwork and listen to many of his songs at: https://www.youtube.com/user/richardmurrey
Here’s Part 3 of a deep dive into the various names of The Trinity, undertaken while I’ve been studying the Theosophy book, The Masters and The Path in a Zoom book club.
In Scandinavian (Norse) mythology, Odin, Freya, and Thor are three of the most important deities, associated with wisdom and rulership, magic and love, and protection and thunder respectively. They belong to the two divine clans, the Aesir and the Vanir, whose stories shaped Viking religion and worldview.
Odin
Odin is the All-Father, chief of the Aesir gods, ruler of Asgard, and a god of wisdom, war, death, poetry, and magic. He is one‑eyed, having sacrificed an eye for wisdom, and is accompanied by two ravens (Huginn and Muninn) and two wolves.
He presides over Valhalla, the hall where slain warriors are received, and is famed for extreme self‑sacrifice, such as hanging on the world‑tree Yggdrasil to gain the runes, making him a patron of seekers of hidden knowledge.
Freya
Freya (Freyja) is a Vanir goddess closely associated with love, beauty, sexuality, fertility, and wealth, but also with magic (seiðr) and the battlefield dead.
She receives half of those who die in battle into her field Fólkvangr, the other half going to Odin’s Valhalla, and is depicted as a powerful, independent goddess who rides in a chariot drawn by cats and searches far and wide for her often‑absent husband Óðr.
Thor
Thor, a son of Odin, is the god of thunder, storms, and physical strength, and the foremost protector of gods and humans against giants and chaotic forces. He wields the hammer Mjölnir, a devastating weapon that also blesses and protects households and sacred spaces.
He was particularly beloved by ordinary farmers and warriors as a reliable, straightforward defender of order, traveling in a goat‑drawn chariot, making thunder and lightning as he rides across the sky.
Their place in Norse religion
In Viking Age practice, different social groups gravitated toward different deities—kings and elite warriors often to Odin, many common people to Thor, and those concerned with love, fertility, and sorcery to Freya—forming a rich, overlapping religious landscape.
Odin, Freya, and Thor together express a triad of archetypal powers: esoteric wisdom and rulership (Odin), magic and fecundity (Freya), and protective strength and courage (Thor).
My husband and I watched the TV series, Vikings several years ago (after our Sacred Celtic Journey to Ireland, England, and Scotland in 2019). I was quite taken with the show and the whole idea of Valhalla. It was a brutal time though, and thus, I’m glad I didn’t live back then! Here’s a link to learn more about that show: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2306299/?ref_=fn_t_1
Part 3 of a series on Aspects of The Trinity.
For the basis of this series, check out this post (where I will also list all the links to each part of the series in case you miss any):
I’m encouraging those “over 60” to open to lifelong learning (observe and gently question their pre-conceived beliefs, aka ‘Programming’), become more aware of their thoughts and emotions, consistently move their bodies (too many are stuck in their heads and physically unhealthy), become strong, and resilient in spirit, soul, mind, body. And to question EVERYTHING!
Yours in consciousness-expansion as we evolve and revolve during our mystical awakening. All while doing-my-egoless-best, to take you on a limitless, spiraling thought ride to better health, through doing more with ease, to help us sustain the JOY in our lives! (With lots of Gratitude throughout.)
Sheila “Spiral Sister” Murrey
The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.
About us
My husband is an award-winning illustrator, plus he’s a seasoned guitarist, bass player, and songwriter (with over 400 original songs). You can view some of his artwork and listen to many of his songs at: https://www.youtube.com/user/richardmurrey
Here’s Part 2 of a deep dive into the various names of The Trinity, undertaken while I’ve been studying the Theosophy book, The Masters and The Path in a book club that meets twice a month via Zoom.
In Egyptian religious teaching, Osiris, Isis, and Horus form a sacred family (or a sort of divine Trinity) that embodies kingship, death and rebirth, magic, and rightful order. Together they express a cycle: a just king slain, restored through divine love, and avenged by the heir who re-establishes harmony.
Osiris
Osiris was a primeval king of Egypt who became god of the dead, the underworld, and resurrection, as well as a symbol of fertility and the life-giving cycle of the Nile.
In myth he is murdered and dismembered by his jealous brother Seth, then restored by Isis and thereafter rules as lord and judge of the dead, presiding over the weighing of the heart.
Isis
Isis is Osiris’s wife (and sister) and the great goddess of magic, healing, protection, and ideal motherhood, revered as the model devoted spouse and mother.
She searches for and reassembles Osiris’s body, magically resurrects him long enough to conceive Horus, and later protects and heals the child Horus, exemplifying loyal love and powerful protective magic.
Horus
Horus is the son of Osiris and Isis, a sky god often depicted as a falcon or falcon-headed man, associated with kingship and the living pharaoh.
As the rightful heir, he grows up under Isis’s protection and eventually contends with Seth for the throne of Egypt; his victory restores maat (cosmic and social order) and establishes him as the divine prototype of every legitimate king.
Meaning in Egyptian Teaching
In Egyptian teaching and later mystery cults, their story illustrated the hope of life after death, the power of faithful love and magic, and the sacral authority of the pharaoh as Horus on earth and Osiris after death.
Osiris, Isis, and Horus thus represent a pattern: righteous rule (Osiris), loving restorative power (Isis), and the triumphant heir who restores justice (Horus).
The answer about Isis being a loving restorative power stood out to me, since I watched a show when I was young about Isis (I think it was a cartoon, but not sure now… similar to Wonder Woman), and I used to do that little circular dance she did and repeat her words of, “Oh Mighty Isis.” Ha!
I’m encouraging those “over 60” to open to lifelong learning (observe and gently question their pre-conceived beliefs, aka ‘Programming’), become more aware of their thoughts and emotions, consistently move their bodies (too many are stuck in their heads and physically unhealthy), become strong, and resilient in spirit, soul, mind, body. And to question EVERYTHING!
Yours in consciousness-expansion as we evolve and revolve during our mystical awakening. All while doing-my-egoless-best, to take you on a limitless, spiraling thought ride to better health, through doing more with ease, to help us sustain the JOY in our lives! (With lots of Gratitude throughout.)
Sheila “Spiral Sister” Murrey
The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.
About us
My husband is an award-winning illustrator, plus he’s a seasoned guitarist, bass player, and songwriter (with over 400 original songs). You can view some of his artwork and listen to many of his songs at: https://www.youtube.com/user/richardmurrey
While studying the Theosophy book, The Masters and The Path, the opening paragraphs of Chapter 13 intrigued me where it says,
WE KNOW that the Logos of our solar system—and that is what most men mean when they speak of God—is a Trinity; he has, or rather is, Three Persons; he functions through Three Aspects. These are called by many different names in the different religions, but they are not always viewed in the same way; for this mighty scheme of a Trinity has so many Aspects that no one religion has ever succeeded in symbolizing the whole truth. In some faiths we have a Trinity of Father, Mother, Son, which is at least comprehensible to us when we think of methods of generation and interaction. Of this type we find Osiris, Isis and Horus in the Egyptian teaching, and in Scandinavian mythology Odin, Freya and Thor. The Assyrians and Phoenicians believed in a Trinity the Persons of which were Anu, Ea and Bel. The Druids called them Taulac, Fan and Mollac. In Northern Buddhism we hear of Amitabha, Avalokiteshvara and Manjushri. In the Kabala of the Jews the Three are Kether, Binah and Chokma, and in the Zoroastrian religion Ahura-mazda, Asha and Vohumano, or sometimes Ahuramazda, Mithra and Ahriman. Everywhere the principle of the Trinity is acknowledged, though the manifestations are different.
In the great Hindu system there is the Trinity of Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma. The Mother element is not shown in this Trinity, but it is indirectly recognized in that each of these Three is said to have a Shakti or power, which is sometimes in the symbolism named his consort. This is evidently a manifestation of his power in matter, perhaps a somewhat lower manifestation than that of which we must think when we mention the Trinity Itself. In the Christian system we have the Trinity of Father, Son and Holy Ghost; and it is interesting in this connection to note that in some of the old books the Holy Ghost is definitely mentioned as being feminine. Apart from this, the instinctive need of man to recognize the Divine Motherhood has in Christianity found expression in the cult of the Blessed Virgin, who, though not a Person of the Holy Trinity, is nevertheless the Universal Mother, the Queen of the Angels, the Star of the Sea.
The series will explore
Osiris, Isis and Horus from the Egyptian teaching
Odin, Freya and Thor from Scandinavian mythology
Anu, Ea and Bel from the Assyrians and Phoenicians
Taulac, Fan and Mollac from the Druids
Amitabha, Avalokiteshvara and Manjushri from Northern Buddhism
Kether, Binah and Chokma of the Jewish Kabala
Ahura-mazda, Asha and Vohumano, or sometimes Ahuramazda, Mithra and Ahriman from Zoroastrian
Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma from Hinduism
Father, Son and Holy Ghost from Christianity
I especially relished and mused on the statement, “…this mighty scheme of a Trinity has so many Aspects that no one religion has ever succeeded in symbolizing the whole truth.” And is why I wanted to break it down further and prepare this series of articles to dig deeper.
I may also do one specific to the Divine Motherhood, as while reading that section of the above quote, I couldn’t help but consider Mother Earth and Mother Nature.
I’m encouraging those “over 60” to open to lifelong learning (observe and gently question their pre-conceived beliefs, aka ‘Programming’), become more aware of their thoughts and emotions, consistently move their bodies (too many are stuck in their heads and physically unhealthy), become strong, and resilient in spirit, soul, mind, body. And to question EVERYTHING!
Yours in consciousness-expansion as we evolve and revolve during our mystical awakening. All while doing-my-egoless-best, to take you on a limitless, spiraling thought ride to better health, through doing more with ease, to help us sustain the JOY in our lives! (With lots of Gratitude throughout.)
Sheila “Spiral Sister” Murrey
The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.
About us
My husband is an award-winning illustrator, plus he’s a seasoned guitarist, bass player, and songwriter (with over 400 original songs). You can view some of his artwork and listen to many of his songs at: https://www.youtube.com/user/richardmurrey
While studying the Theosophy book, The Masters and The Path, I came upon a name I recognized, Amitabha. So, like many of us usually do, I did a search using Perplexity.ai now (previously I would have went to Google–but it now also uses AI). In 2019 and 2016 I visited the Amitabha Stupa in Sedona, AZ and felt a connection to it. This is what Perplexity gave me in return to my question of “Who are Amitabha, Avalokiteshvara, and Manjushri of Northern Buddhism?”:
In Northern (Mahayana) Buddhism, Amitabha, Avalokiteshvara, and Manjushri are three central enlightened figures associated with different aspects of awakening. They are revered especially in East Asian and Tibetan traditions as embodiments of wisdom, compassion, and salvific power.
Northern / Mahayana Buddhism
“Northern Buddhism” usually refers to the Mahayana and Vajrayana traditions that spread north from India into China, Korea, Japan, Tibet, Mongolia, and Central Asia.
These traditions emphasize bodhisattvas—beings who postpone final nirvana to assist all sentient beings—and develop rich devotional practices around them.
Amitabha
Amitabha (Amida in Japanese, “Infinite Light”) is a celestial Buddha who presides over the Western Pure Land (Sukhavati), a blissful realm where beings can be reborn and easily attain enlightenment.
Pure Land schools teach reliance on Amitabha’s vow: by calling his name with faith, one can be reborn in this Pure Land and progress swiftly to Buddhahood.
Avalokiteshvara
Avalokiteshvara is the great bodhisattva of compassion, the one who “hears the cries of the world.”
In different cultures Avalokiteshvara appears in many forms and names, such as Guanyin (China) or Kannon (Japan), often depicted with many arms or heads symbolizing the ability to help countless beings in countless ways.
Manjushri
Manjushri is the bodhisattva of wisdom, representing the penetrating insight that cuts through ignorance and delusion.
He is typically shown holding a flaming sword that “cuts” ignorance and a scripture (often the Prajnaparamita) on a lotus, indicating realization of emptiness and perfect wisdom.
Their Relationship in Northern Buddhism
Together, Amitabha, Avalokiteshvara, and Manjushri express three key Mahayana ideals:
Amitabha: the saving power of a Buddha’s vows and merit.
Avalokiteshvara: boundless compassion for all beings.
Manjushri: profound, liberating wisdom.
In art and practice they often appear in triads or larger mandalas, with practitioners visualizing them, reciting their names or mantras, and emulating their respective qualities on the path to enlightenment.
I especially loved the answer, “Amitabha (Amida in Japanese, “Infinite Light”) is a celestial Buddha” since my husband and I have always wanted to visit Japan (he’s been years ago and loved it, but I have never been there). And I feel “Infinite Light” is a beautiful way to express each persons desire to forevermore live in a heavenly realm.
I’m encouraging those “over 60” to open to lifelong learning (observe and gently question their pre-conceived beliefs, aka ‘Programming’), become more aware of their thoughts and emotions, consistently move their bodies (too many are stuck in their heads and physically unhealthy), become strong, and resilient in spirit, soul, mind, body. And to question EVERYTHING!
Yours in consciousness-expansion as we evolve and revolve during our mystical awakening. All while doing-my-egoless-best, to take you on a limitless, spiraling thought ride to better health, through doing more with ease, to help us sustain the JOY in our lives! (With lots of Gratitude throughout.)
Sheila “Spiral Sister” Murrey
The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.
About us
My husband is an award-winning illustrator, plus he’s a seasoned guitarist, bass player, and songwriter (with over 400 original songs). You can view some of his artwork and listen to many of his songs at: https://www.youtube.com/user/richardmurrey
I opened the Comet browser, which uses Perplexity.ai and entered the statement, Write me a year end summary from my 2025 blog posts at: https://sheilamurrey.net – And the following is what it returned to me:
Your 2025 posts trace a year of expanding creativity, deepening spiritual inquiry, and steady, practical encouragement to “Thrive in ’25” through conscious choice, connection, and holistic self-responsibility.
To listen to this blog post find the audio track here:
Creative expansion and “Thrive in ’25”
Across the year you leaned fully into being a creator—especially through music, video, and collaborations. You chronicled the birth of multiple original songs (like GodBumps, Whisper of the Ancients, The Bullies, and the evolving “Intimacy” series), sharing not just finished pieces but your process, experiments with Suno AI, and your joy at finally claiming the “songwriter” mantle alongside Richard’s longstanding catalog.
You framed this surge of creation inside your “Thrive in ’25” intention, inviting readers to enjoy (“IN Joy”) each day, follow their own creative nudges, and see themselves as fractals of Omniscience participating in a melodious, ever-expanding multiverse.
Deepening message: responsibility and energetic hygiene
Many posts return to the theme that healing begins with radical self-responsibility—mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. You wove together ideas from holistic health, Ayurveda, mind‑body science, and subtle energy (stress as “reaction to thoughts,” spiritual causes of symptoms, vibrational repetition, etc.), while continually reminding readers that they can choose better-feeling thoughts, new habits, and boundaries that protect their energy.
Your “Integrating the Spirals” pieces, especially those addressing embarrassment over others’ bad behavior or broader social tensions, model this energetic hygiene: observe, feel, and then detach without taking on shame or hatred, returning always to the mantra that “Everything Resolves to Gratitude.”
Connection, agape, and We Are All Connected
You amplified the “We Are All Connected” through-line by sharing and reblogging others’ writings on agape love, indigenous wisdom, mystic teachings, and spiritual quotes, situating your work in a wider field of kindred voices. Posts on concepts like In Lak’ech, the Ainu people’s gifts, Rosicrucian reflections, and vibrational/spiritual blockages extend your long-term project: mapping how love, frequency, and consciousness shape health, relationships, and collective evolution.
You also used personal vignettes—Zoom circles, book clubs, WhatsApp groups, your granddaughters’ fascinations, and fellow bloggers’ projects—to show that connection is not abstract; it is lived in community, co‑creation, and mutual uplift.
Navigating a turbulent world: integrating perspectives
2025 posts step more directly into cultural and political edges while trying to stay anchored in balance and discernment. From bullying and trauma to protests, propaganda, and eroding freedoms, you shared hard-earned insights (“hurt people hurt people,” “useful idiot,” the need to “mine for truth”) and offered tools for not being swallowed by fear, shame, or polarization.
You often return to the water metaphor—“Be as water and dance while you have legs”—to suggest a way of moving through conflict: fluid yet bounded, compassionate yet unwilling to merge with energies that are out of alignment (oil and water don’t mix).
Meta-moment: seeing yourself through AI’s eyes
A notable 2025 moment was your decision to ask Perplexity AI what it “saw” in you and your practices, and then share those reflections with your readers. You treated that summary as both a mirror and a confirmation—evidence that years of writing on spirals, holism, and daily practice have cohered into a recognizable method others can articulate and use.
By posting screenshots of that description and inviting feedback, you turned AI into yet another spiral: a feedback loop to refine your language, affirm your path, and encourage readers to explore their own tools for self-knowledge in an evolving digital‑spiritual landscape.
My final thoughts on 2025
In my last blog post, I was remiss or simply forgot to mention the most important thing I did for myself in 2025.
There are probably multiple reasons for that such as, 1) it’s a personal decision and relationship and one that doesn’t require me to publicize it, 2) I’ve never really ‘left’ Jesus, though I have studied a variety of religions and have received Dao (a Taoist blessing). I am not one of those who believe Jesus is “the only way” either, thus while I do honor the scripture that says we should not deny Jesus in front of men, I do not proselytize either. I was not raised that way and I’ve certainly learned throughout my life that one cannot “change” anybody. The Bible also says that unless the Holy Spirit (corrected, Father) draws the man, he cannot be saved (That’s me loosely paraphrasing John 6:44 which says, “No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws them, and I will raise them up at the last day.) So, I don’t know about you, but I am not here to convert anyone.
Perplexity.ai was right on about my intentions and reasons for writing blogs and books:
Help us all find better-feeling thoughts, establish and stack new habits, and fluidly embrace boundaries that protect (or at least maintain and not allow others to drain us of) our own personal energy. Because I value all of the attributes of water, I don’t use the word, ‘protection’ much. Water eventually gets its way without having to hard and fast control or protect anything.
Happy New Year everyone! Many blessings and much love!
Integrating the Spirals
I’m encouraging those “over 60” to open to lifelong learning (observe and gently question their pre-conceived beliefs, aka ‘Programming’), become more aware of their thoughts and emotions, consistently move their bodies (too many are stuck in their heads and physically unhealthy), become strong, and resilient in spirit, soul, mind, body. And to question EVERYTHING!
Yours in consciousness-expansion as we evolve and revolve during our mystical awakening. All while doing-my-egoless-best, to take you on a limitless, spiraling thought ride to better health, through doing more with ease, to help us sustain the JOY in our lives! (With lots of Gratitude throughout.)
Sheila “Spiral Sister” Murrey
The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.
About us
My husband is an award-winning illustrator, plus he’s a seasoned guitarist, bass player, and songwriter (with over 400 original songs). You can view some of his artwork and listen to many of his songs at: https://www.youtube.com/user/richardmurrey
So, here we are, in a brand spanking new year! Woo-hoo! I sure hope 2026 brings all of us health, wealth, and wisdom! I’m considering doing a book tour for my 5th book, We Are All Connected. I’m planning on renting a car this spring or summer and taking Richard to Kentucky (with stops in Pennsylvania to visit a cousin and a friend, and in West Virginia to see family and friends), so we COULD stop in at a few bookstores or such and see if I can drum up some support for the book. I’ll be reaching out to a few of you for advice on how to best go about that. Plus, I’ve got some wonderful marketing lined up… a big name has offered to share my information and book link out to his massive email list!! More on that as we get nearer to the time of release.
We’re doing much better this winter than we did during our first winter in New England. We aren’t even using our electric blanket on the bed! And Richard loves our new red light therapy device too–yes, believe it or not, he’s using it! Here’s the link if you’d like to check these out: Red Therapy Co
Speaking of the temperatures, I thought it was curious that the very day 3I/Atlas was nearest to earth (Dec. 19th 2025), it was the warmest day of the winter here in NH and in much of the northern USA! Wow! Go figure.
I’m going through my 2025 calendar and I’m fairly surprised at how productive I was!
I took several art classes (I loved the clay and etchings classes the most and want to do more); I had lots of Zoom calls (with Michael of Peaceful Rampage, with my Theosophy book club (twice a month), and once monthly with Dr. Bruce Lipton and commUnity, with IONS, Consciousness and Healing Initiative (CHI), Lazarus Initiative, Shared Crossing Project, and most recently Herbal Cottage (friends in Cocoa Beach, Florida run that; as one of their first 100 members I’m in for free for herb classes, which I very much appreciate–we use the Skool app for that, but it’s been an easy learning curve for me). I pay an annual fee for a few of these groups. Few are free.
Early in the year, I was certain I could clear the tinnitus I’ve had and went for quite a few health treatments such as Reflexology, Chiropractic, Acupuncture, and worked with a couple Energy Medicine type practitioners–one was in person and local to me (she did a different type of craniosacral therapy on me) and another lady offered more of what turned out to be talk therapy and breathwork via Zoom. The lady via Zoom was actually more expensive than the in-person gal, so I opted out of her sessions and if I need more treatments, I will go for in-person treatments since at least, they are hands on and there’s so much to be said energetically, for that.
I still experience tinnitus. I have tried many things, including Qi Coil and now, the red light therapy. The red light has made some small bit of change in pitch of the buzzing/whirring I experience, and the Qi Coil (when I’m running the ‘clear auditory tubes’ at night when we’re in bed) has been best at completely eliminating the noise, but sadly, the noise returns as soon as I turn the Qi Coil off.
My daughter and I took a line dance class at our local Opera House–we’d went more just to have a girls night out though and didn’t realize it would be so much of a ‘class.’ Months later, we took two of the granddaughters (one was sick and couldn’t go) back to the Opera House (we all walked to/from there) and enjoyed a Christmas show with dancing and photo opportunities with Santa and Mrs. Claus. We all enjoyed that. The girls got to meet some K-Pop Demon Hunters gals in costume and were thrilled with that too!
I went trick-or treating with the family too and had a blast, though yes, it was cold and I was freezing! Next time, I’ll bundle better and take a thermos of hot tea or such. Some neighbors offered us warm cider but I don’t always do well with that and didn’t know how much longer we’d be walking. The joys of being an old person. LOL Ugh.
As a family this year, we went to an indoor flea market and that was fun. I found some Avon Nativity collectable pieces I’d been missing, so I bought those and I’ve been enjoying seeing a full Nativity on our bookshelf this Christmas season.
We also celebrated our daughter and son-in-law’s wedding anniversary by going to Loon Mountain in the White Mountains region and rode the gondola. That was a blast! I overdid the hiking though and almost got stuck trying to go to the cave. Thankfully, I made it back up the mountain unassisted–though my son-in-law had came looking for me when all three of the granddaughters had came back to the picnic area, sans grandma! Ha!
We also had a great time at the annual Pumpkin festival. We didn’t get to the speedway for the Christmas lights though (as we did last winter), because at one time or another one of the girls, our daughter, or son-in-law were sick. Oh well! Hopefully, we’ll get to go next winter!
I began songwriting on Suno AI nearly a year ago (on January 16, 2025) to be exact.
We’ve cleaned up our diet a bit and a few months ago I gave up hard liquor. I still have a bit of wine or sake, but I’m almost ready to let that go too. We buy two bottles of Koso per month–it’s a fermented pre and probiotic from Japan that we found out about on a YouTube video vlog. It was my first substitute for my evening cocktail. Now, I am finding it too sweet too. Richard still likes it though and has continued to order it. He takes a shot of it with his breakfast every other day.
Speaking of Richard, we hosted his sister and her husband here for a few days during their birthday time in August. Yes, they share a birth date–though they are many years apart. My uncle has the same birth date too. I’ve always found that kind of synchronicity fascinating.
I started drinking a pint and a half of lemon-lime herbal infused mineral water daily. As well as a protein drink each day to which I add rose hips and sea buckthorn powder. My theory is that by increasing my nutrition, the less I’ll eat overall and lose some of this lard. I have released about 10 pounds in the last six months and am down one pants size. So yay ME! I think Jiggle Butt has something to do with that weight loss as well.
And my JIGGLE BUTT videos have been going really well. I’ve stayed accountable to doing my dancing every day (even when I have had sore knees or back) and I’m up to 149 subscribers as of today! I want to get my YouTube channel monetized at some point, better this year than next! Even if I make a few dollars a month, it would help. Living on Social Security, even without owning anything, is not for the faint of heart, especially when one wants to go and do with grandchildren.
Warren Buffet Goal list 2025 accomplishments
My numerology Life Path is a #5. If you’re into such things, you can look that up. Accomplishments seem important for me, which is probably why I am always, “busy, busy, busy” to quote my dearly departed dad who told me that every time he used to call me.
I had a short TO DO List though for 2025 of goals to achieve for the year. And I nearly completed each one. One goal was to finish my 5th book–and I very nearly have! I’m in editing mode now.
I had wanted to visit WV and OH for my 45th HS reunion and I did, though I got sick three hours before the main event and missed it! I know. I was pissed about that too. But I did get to see the most important people to me while on that trip, so there’s that.
I also got to Salem, Massachusetts to experience the witchy city and meet up with dear friend Jennifer Carey (whom I’d met years ago in Florida and did the Breakthrough program with). Her husband has read my manuscript for We Are All Connected and given me wonderful feedback on it already too! Do you sense the circular impact here?
Currently, or most recently
I happened upon a video post from Sly Stallone on Facebook today and I watched it with great intent! I shared it publicly on my Facebook page too. It was THAT good! I made a lengthy comment to Sly in case he (or someone in his family) might see it. I really respect him and it helped to see him sitting in front of a huge binder of HAND WRITTEN pages–he completed his memoir. He’s calling his book, The Steps. We can probably imagine why too (for the steps he used to run up/down in Philadelphia when he was training… and that were shown in the film, Rocky).
We also watched a YouTube (that was probably all done on AI) the other night and it was such a good story (from Clint Eastwood) that I teared up. Here it is if you like him. With my background in Aviation and Aerospace it hit close to home for me: https://youtu.be/EDafHdy9Xpw?si=pD43O2H1nQWH7uqR
We’re now watching season 4 of the TV series, Justified. I have asked dear hubby to write a funk-a-billy song for me to dance to now. Haha! It seems I’m getting more channel growth (more subscribers) on YouTube because of my smile and enthusiasm for what I’m doing. I wish I’d get more comments about the songs though, as that and getting more movement into my day were my initial motivations for doing the videos, but alas, one never knows what the public will get out of anything, why they’ll like it, or if they’ll stick around. Fame is fleeting. And I’m not in it for fame, thank God.
Here’s a few recent photos and links to the blog posts I wrote earlier in the year that stand out to me as I scroll through my monthly archives:
Screen capture from one of my recent JIGGLE BUTT dances.My Christmas Day meal and it was all I ate that day and was still way too much!Daughter’s Christmas tree and all the presents. The granddaughter’s decorated the tree this year. Aww!I finished writing my longhand notes in a very heartfelt and impressive journal. I’m not sure I’ll continue journaling (as my hand gets tired after a page or two), and I prefer to type on my MacBook Air keyboard. Unlike Sly Stallone, I learned to type in high school and I love the feel of the keys under my fingertips! Plus, when journaling, I would get a week or two behind, especially while I was heads down writing, We Are All Connected. This particular UK journal was a suggestion from fellow blogger, Gray Summers from: https://graysummerstwo.com
This is the potential front book cover. We love the flower of life!
Richard is going to rework this one to make the back cover (so the text will go away and a block of text will layover the middle). I loved there were more people on it and that it had a more DNA look to the frequency bands flowing between the people.
Happy New Year everyone! Many blessings and much love!
Integrating the Spirals
I’m encouraging those “over 60” to open to lifelong learning (observe and gently question their pre-conceived beliefs, aka ‘Programming’), become more aware of their thoughts and emotions, consistently move their bodies (too many are stuck in their heads and physically unhealthy), become strong, and resilient in spirit, soul, mind, body. And to question EVERYTHING!
Yours in consciousness-expansion as we evolve and revolve during our mystical awakening. All while doing-my-egoless-best, to take you on a limitless, spiraling thought ride to better health, through doing more with ease, to help us sustain the JOY in our lives! (With lots of Gratitude throughout.)
Sheila “Spiral Sister” Murrey
The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.
About us
My husband is an award-winning illustrator, plus he’s a seasoned guitarist, bass player, and songwriter (with over 400 original songs). You can view some of his artwork and listen to many of his songs at: https://www.youtube.com/user/richardmurrey
Integrating the Spirals 