The Grail Tradition

by John Matthews

Overview

An illuminating guide to one of the greatest mysteries of Arthurian legend. 

The story of the Grail and those who seek it remains one of the most enduring myths known to the West.

In this book the stories and legends are explored in depth and the ongoing spiritual Quest outlined by a world-renowned authority on the subject.

Also included are a series of meditational exercises to help the seeker find his or her own way to the heart of the Grail.

The companion volume, The Arthurian Tradition, was published by Aeon in 2011. 

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781904658443
Publisher:	Aeon Books
Publication date:	12/31/2011
Pages:	176
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 7.70(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

John Matthews has been studying the Celtic tradition for over thirty years. He presents seminars and workshops all over the world and, with his wife Caitlin, has written over sixty books, including Celtic Totem Animals).

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements 1

Introduction to the 2010 Edition 3

Introduction 5

Part 1 Histories 13

1 The Cauldron of Rebirth: The Celtic Grail 15

Exercise 1 The Company of the Noble Head 36

2 Christ's Cup: The Christian Dimension 39

Exercise 2 Journey to the Grail Lands 55

3 The Stone of Wisdom: Orientalism and the Grail 58

Exercise 3 The Green Stone 81

Part 2 Initiations 83

4 The Family of the Grail: Guardians and Gods 85

Exercise 4 Joining the Family of the Grail 103

5 Waste-Land and Wounded King: Healing with the Grail 109

Exercise 5 The Five Changes 121

6 The Living Hallows: Knighthood for Today 124

Exercise 6 Working with the Grail 146

Appendix 149

Bibliography 163

Editorial Reviews

An illuminating guide to one of the greatest mysteries of Arthurian legend. 

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