What if everything you thought you knew about faith, success, and purpose was just the surface of something deeper? In this episode of The Directed Life Show, Kap Chatfield sits down with Dr. Michael Cocchini for a mind-blowing conversation that dives into spiritual realities, hidden truths, and the power of divine wisdom in everyday life.

Dr. Cocchini shares his radical journey from a relentless pursuit of knowledge across world religions to discovering the undeniable uniqueness of Jesus Christ. They discuss the intersection of faith, intellect, and supernatural encounters, breaking down why Christianity stands apart from every other worldview.

This is more than a conversation, it’s an invitation to go deeper.

Chapters:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:03:19 - Losing Identity in Pursuit of Purpose
00:17:50 - Becoming an Atheist
00:31:04 - The Garments of Christ & Identity
00:39:18 - Ascending in Life, Descending Spiritually
00:47:48 - Unveiling the Spiritual Battle
00:58:19 - QAnon, the Apocrypha & Spiritual Deception
01:17:20 - Metaphysical Anatomy
01:33:20 - Exposing the Lies That Bind You
01:55:29 - Apocryphal Texts: Hidden Truths or Deceptions?


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Explore All Christian Denominations and their origins! Learn how Roman Catholicism, Eastern Orthodoxy, and Protestantism emerged through the Great Schism, Reformation, and Papal Authority, shaping groups like Lutheranism, Calvinism, Anglicanism, Baptists, Methodism, Pentecostalism, Evangelical Christianity, Anabaptists, and Mennonites.

Step into the hidden world of Orthodoxy’s most secretive and powerful monastic order—the Great Schema. This isn’t just another chapter of religious history; it’s a journey into a realm where the spiritual and material collide, and where only the most devoted souls dare to tread. Discover the ancient rituals, the unimaginable sacrifices, and the divine power wielded by these mysterious monks who have crossed the threshold into a life of unparalleled spiritual warfare. These hidden warriors of faith, secluded from the eyes of the world, are guardians of secrets that can shift the very fabric of reality. Join us as we uncover the transformative lives of these living saints, who hold the keys to spiritual mysteries long forgotten by the modern world. Prepare to be captivated by their profound dedication, mystical experiences, and the divine power that emanates from their every prayer. This is more than a story—it’s a revelation of the hidden forces shaping the Orthodox faith from within. Watch now to explore the sacred, the powerful, and the truly mysterious.

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01:10 - The Origins of Great Schema
02:57 - The Ritual of Taking The Great Schema
05:58 - The Life of Schema Monks
07:43 - The Power of Schema Monks
11:20 - The Influence and Role of Schema Monks in Modern Orthodox Christianity
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The Magi are famed as ancient keepers of esoteric wisdom. From serving as Zoroastrian priests, experts on the occult sciences - especially astrology - and most famously following a mysterious star to the infant messiah Jesus. Indeed, no image of Christmas can be conjured without them presenting their three gifts. What do we know about the Magi? How did the mythology around them develop in early Christianity? How were these pagan priest-kings understood by early Christian theologians? Join @TheEsotericaChannel as we explore the Magi of history, myth and theology.

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Eykel - The Magi - 978-1506473734
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What can we make of a design that shows up over and over in disparate cultures throughout history? Theorist Terry Moore explores "Penrose tiling" -- two shapes that fit together in infinite combinations without ever repeating -- and ponders what it might mean.

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Join me as I turn to explore Christian mysticism as we delve into the fascinating treasures of this tradition. From ancient practices, mystical experiences, and profound wisdom that have shaped the lives of countless of people throughout history.

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Gendle, Nicholas (translated by) (1982). "Gregory Palamas: The Triads". In the "Classics of Western Spirituality Series". Paulist Press.

Greer, Rowan A. (1979). "Origen: Selected Writings". Classics of Western Spirituality. Paulist Press.

Hart, Columba (translated by) (1980). "Hadewijch: Complete Works". Classics of Western Spirituality Series. Paulist Press.

Laird, Martin (2004). "Gregory of Nyssa and the grasp of faith: union, knowledge and divine presence". Oxford University Press.

Lossky, Vladimir (1944). "The Mystical Theology of the Eastern Church". James Clarke & Co.

Luibheid, Colm (Translated by) (1987). "Pseudo-Dionysius: The Complete Works". Classics of Western Spirituality. Paulist Press International.

McGinn, Bernard. "The Presence of God" Series, in several volumes. Perhaps the best and most comprehensive introduction to Christian mysticism. Published by Crossroad Publishing Co.

McGinn, Bernard (2001). "The Mystical Thought of Meister Eckhart: The Man From Whom God Hid Nothing". Crossroad Publishing Co.

"Meister Eckhart: The Essential Sermons, Commentaries, Treatises and Defense". Classics of Western Spirituality. Paulist Press.

"Meister Eckhart: Teacher and Preacher". Classics of Western Spirituality Series. Paulist Press.

Tobin, Frank (translated by) (1997). "Mechthild of Magdeburg: The Flowing Light of the Godhead". Classics of Western Spirituality. Paulist Press.

Walshe, Maurice O.C. (translated by) (2010). "The Complete Mystical Works of Meister Eckhart". Crossroad Publishing Company.

Ware, Timothy (2015). "The Orthodox Church: An introduction to Eastern Christianity". New Edition. Penguin Books.


Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:49 What is 'Mysticism'?
06:56 Mysticism before Christianity
08:02 Mysticism in early Christianity: Contemplation & Theosis
14:28 Pseudo-Dionysius & Mystical Theology
18:30 The Great Schism: Catholicism vs. Orthodoxy?
19:26 Hesychasm
20:08 High Middle Ages & Monastic Orders
21:55 Hildegard of Bingen
23:06 The Beguines (Mechtild, Hadewijch)
26:17 Love & Union with God
28:45 Marguerite Porete & The Mirror of Simple Souls
31:09 Bernard of Clairvaux & Symeon the New Theologian
33:14 Mystical Practice (Hesychasm, Cloud of Unknowing)
37:30 Mystical Philosophy: Meister Eckhart
45:56 Gregory Palamas
48:47 Later Mystics
50:37 Protestant Mysticism?
53:37 Mysticism today & Conclusions



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Interest in Gnosticism and Gnostic texts has exploded since the discovery of the Nag Hammadi Library. However, Gnostic Scriptures began to be discovered as early the 18th century. In 1769, a Gnostic codex came to light that combined ancient mystical ascent literature, gnostic cosmological speculation of the lower Aeons and celestial "Treasuries of Light," along with the quasi-magical rituals, baptisms, ciphers and seals to ascend into the realm of Light. These two incredibly complex volumes are now known to scholars as the Books of Jeu, after the Demiurge of the text, and are not only the most complete and complex manuals of ritual ascent but also the only illustrated Gnostic texts from antiquity. Join me as I explore one of the most complex and yet understudied texts of ancient Gnosticism - the 2 Books of Jeu.

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Bodleian Library MS. Bruce 96 - https://digital.bodleian.ox.ac.....uk/objects/32770258
Crégheur E. - Les «deux Livres de Iéou» (MS Bruce 96, 1-3) - 9789042932791
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Ancient Jewish Merkavah Mysticism sought to ascend into the palaces of the divine realm, bypass fearsome angels of destruction to gain a vision of the very Chariot-Throne of God. By beholding the divine glory (kavod) one could gain magical powers and even be transformed into an eternal Angel. And it was this form of esoteric mysticism that it appears profoundly transformed none-less than St Paul. From his ascent into the Third Heaven to even his 'mission to the gentiles,' historical evidence now strongly indicates that Paul was a secret practitioner of this form of mystical ascent. And, recent studies are now revealing that his very Theology, Christology and Theory of Salvation likely drew upon this ancient esoteric Jewish ascent mysticism.

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Recommended Readings:

Synopse zur Hekhalot-Literatur - Schafer - 978-3161445125
James Davila - Hekhalot Literature in Translation: Major Texts of Merkavah Mysticism - 978-9004252158

James Davila - Descenders to the Chariot: The People Behind the Hekhalot Literature - 978-9004115415
Vita Daphna Arbel - Beholders of Divine Secrets: Mysticism and Myth in the Hekhalot and Merkavah Literature - 978-0791457245
Michael D. Swartz - Scholastic Magic: Ritual and Revelation in Early Jewish Mysticism - 978-0691010984 (Great text mostly dealing with Sar Torah Mysticism)

Tabor - Paul's Ascent to Paradise - 979-8676875725
" - Things Unutterable - 978-0819156440
Morray-Jones - The Jewish Mystical Background of Paul's Apostolate Part 1 & 2
Segal - Two Powers in Heaven - 978-1602585492
" - Paul the Convert - 978-0300052275

The (gnostic?) Gospel of Mary provide us a glimpse into a radically alternative form of ancient Christianity. One where inner, spiritual knowledge is the key to salvation, where women and men have equal standing based on their understanding of the message of the Savior and one where the soul must rise above the demonic gatekeepers of the physical cosmos rather than to believe in credal formulas or even the salvific power of the death and resurrection of Jesus. In this Gospel, Mary Magdalene is the true inheritor of the spiritual Gospel of Christ rather than Peter who attacks her solely based on her gender, despite her profound relationship with the Savior and her understanding of his secret teachings.

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Recommended Readings:

Meyer - The Nag Hammadi Scriptures - 978-0061626005
King - The Gospel of Mary of Magdala: Jesus and the First Woman Apostle - 978-0944344583
Tuckett - The Gospel of Mary -978-0199212132
De Boer - The Gospel of Mary: Listening to the Beloved Disciple - 978-0567082640
Brock - Mary Magdalene, The First Apostle - 978-0674009660