Tatcho Drom

Journeying Journals of a Jolly Journeyman

Recently the world has been glued to the news awaiting the rescue of the 33 miners trapped in a collapsed mine in the Atacama desert, Chile. The rescue ended today after “engineers deployed the escape capsule, dubbed “Phoenix” after the mythical bird that rose from the ashes” (source).

The Phoenix has long remained a symbol of rebirth and longevity. The Phoenix also embraces the old adage, “What ever doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.” Though recognised from ancient times, the Phoenix remains a symbol to be reckoned with. But the Phoenix has been believed to be more than a symbol. In fact, to ancient naturalists, the Phoenix was a real bird and there had even been some eye witnesses.

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I will open my mouth in a parable;
I will utter darksayings of old
~ Psalm 78:2 ~

For nothing is hidden that will not become evident,
nor anything secret that will not be known and come to light
~ Luke 8:17 ~

There are spiritual mysteries in this world for a reason. And it seems to me that the mysteries are a path to great and deep enlightenment. Internalising the mysteries can make fickle creatures, living mundane lives to be ultimately transformed into divine beings, living glorious lives. Indeed, the mysteries reveal that we may experience heaven, with all its benefits, right here on Earth. And this is not an exclusive invitation, as the mysteries are for everyone; and therefore, the mysteries are not bound solely to secret fraternities such as the Freemasons, Rosicrucians, Kabbalists, etc. Oh no. The mysteries are available to anyone as they are hidden in nature; our genetics; and astonishingly to some, in the Bible (Matt. 13:11-12; Col. 1:25-27; 1 Cor. 13:2).

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My brothers and I have had some grueling experiences due to our pain tolerance. We didn’t look forward getting hurt at school since we were often made to wait in the sick bay for much longer than necessary because the teachers didn’t think we were badly hurt, when in reality, we were screaming and crying out inside! lol

Pain tolerance is not something that only our brothers and I have nurtured, but I believe it extends to other members of our families. For example, when my wife gave birth to our child, she never screamed out or made a sound! Allow that to sink in and realise how different we are raised to the vast majority of people in the general public.

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Having been raised by two earthy parents, it’s easy for me to imagine a tree as an archetype of our holistic being. ‘Tis true, that we often think of the tree as shade, fuel or timber. The following allegory, however, will view the tree as a living creature. A creature that is intricately connected with humanity. This is a story that is rousing from a long sleep. Let us sit back, allowing our imaginations go, capturing the essence of this message.

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