The courses of study offered by Akhet Hwt-Hrw are set up in a graduated system designed to carry members easily into the religious and magical practices of Ancient Egypt. These courses are the result of years of academic study and practical research. All sources of information quoted are clearly listed in each lesson for future reference. The bulk of the material is drawn directly from papyrus texts, and inscriptions found within the temples, pyramids and tombs of Egypt. It is our intention to present accurate information that provides students not only with academic knowledge, but also with the practical experience to apply this knowledge in contemporary life. To ensure this each student is assigned an individual instructor.

Rekhyet/Introductory Course of Study: Introduction to Ancient Egyptian Religion and Magic This course presents the key elements of Egyptian metaphysical thought and practice in an easy to understand format. The following briefly describes some of the topics that you will learn with each lesson:

Lesson One: Tawy - The Two Lands An overview of the known history of Ancient Egypt is presented. Throughout this an emphasis is placed on understanding the natural elements that influenced the religious and magical concepts of this civilization. These included the cycle ofthe stars, sun, moon and the annual flooding of the Nile. In this lesson detailed instructions are given for the performance of a ritual drawn from ancient temple texts. The purpose of the rite is to enable the student to begin to experience the Gods of Egypt personally. This lesson concludes with an exercise designed to help the student see similar cycles in their own environment while beginning to become aware of the Egyptian Gods - the Neteru - in these natural events. Lesson Two: Neter - The One and Many The Egyptians viewed divinity as both one universal force and many separate deities from which all sprang. This lesson examines this concept through the actual myths and temple inscriptions. In this lesson we also examine the creation myths involving Ra, the ancient texts regarding the cosmic ocean of Nun and how temporal reality came into being are explained, as are the myths of Sekhmet and Hathor known as the "Book of the Divine Cow" which is also referred to as the "Destruction of Man," and the "Legend of the Distant Goddess." It continues by discussing who and what the Neteru are and their role in today's world. With an eye toward understanding the ancients' coneption of God and Goddess within the Egyptian spiritual tradition. With this lesson the student in introduced to a ritual used to become more aware of the creator Neter Atum in the role of the "Great He/She" who first emerged from the unmanifest into temporal reality. Lesson Three: Neteru Puat - The Company of the Gods This lesson begins with a detailed discussion of one of the most important components of Ancient Egyptian ritual - the "Rite of Offering." This is an ancient ceremony used to present gifts to the various Neteru. Several different texts are offered here for a variety of foods and objects that are traditionally given in ceremony. The lesson continues with an extensive, detailed list of over seventy-five of the most prominent Gods and Goddesses of Egyptian religion. This includes a description of the symbols, foods, incenses and other cult objects most associated with these. Lesson Four: Foreign Gods and Goddesses in Ancient Egyptian Religion Throughout its long history Egypt was host to several races and visiting cultures. Many of these left lasting impressions on the religious and magical tradition of Egypt. This lesson takes a look at some of these. Included is an examination of the role the Hyksos played with their probable link to early Hebrew culture. Included in this lesson is a list of many of the more influenctial Gods and Goddesses to be introduced from foreign sources.

Lesson Five: Hwt Neter -The Egyptian Temple The temples of Ancient Egypt were immense structures in which every detailed held powerful symbolic meaning. In this lesson we examine several different types of Egytpian temples including Mortuary complexes, Sun Tempels, the unique design of the temple of Abydos, as well as the temples dedicated to various Gods and Goddesses including New Kingdom temples on through the Late Period Temples. This lesson also describes the meaning and ritual function of the temples with a view toward fully understanding the esoteric symbolism contained within these magnificent structures. Such features as the inner sanctuary known as the Great Seat, the Sacred Lakes & Pools, the temple library known as the Per Ankh or 'house of life', the crypts, birth house and much more are all examined carefully. In addition the lesson looks at household shrines in Ancient Egypt and discusses how elements of all of these can be incorporate into the students own ritual space.

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Lesson Six: Wab - Preparing for Ritual The purpose of symbolism, ritual and meditation as used in Ancient Egyptian magic and religion is discussed. With this lesson the student is taught how to prepare for magical work. Subjects discussed at length include special foods and diet before ritual, proper ceremonial clothing, and a recipe for creating Natron - the sacred cleansing salt used in all Egyptian rites. This lesson continues with detailed cleansing ceremonies used to prepare oneself, as well as an authentic ceremony for consecrating the ritual site itself. This ceremony goes beyond just cleansing the area, through this the temple is brought to life in the traditional manner used in Ancient Egypt. Lesson Seven: The Practice of Ritual The essential ritual implements needed to begin ceremonial work are described at length. In this lesson the meaning, use and construction of the tools are presented. In addition recipes for several Egyptian incenses are given, including the highly prized recipe for the sacred Kyphi incense (which the Egyptians called Kapet). This lesson coninues with a discussion of the seven essential elements needed for successful meditation and preparation for ritual. With this lesson the student is introduced to the Bezzu Daily Rite (an advanced rite that prepares one for the Priesthood). This will be one of the first Egyptian Rituals the student will perform involving traditional implements and meditation techniques. This will form the foundation from which almost all other ritual work that is done will be based. Lesson Eight: Ma'at - In Harmony with the Universe This lesson presents the Ancient Egyptian understanding that we are all connected through the spiritual essence known as Ma'at. The ceremonies of the Presentation of Ma'at, and the highly symbolic Weighing of the Heart are discussed in detail. The lesson also engages Old Kingdom Texts to examine the spiritual ethics of the Ancient Egyptians, giving the student an understanding of Egyptian morality and its place for us in today's world. With this the beginnings of how to live in balance with Neter and one's true self are introduced. Lesson Nine: The Calendars of Ancient Egypt Based on the cycles of the sun, moon, stars, and the flow of the river Nile, the calendars of Egypt were a complex labyrinth designed to not only measure time, but to attune the people to the natural rhythms of the universe. By observing the festival dates through the rituals described in this lesson the student is brought closer to the essence of the Neteru. For the first time, the ancient guidelines used by the Egyptians for calculating the complex calendars are given. Also a complete list of the festivals drawn from all of the known temple calendars of Egypt is presented. Lesson Ten: Festival Rituals of Ancient Egypt In this lesson a detailed examination of how the festivals in Egypt were observed both by the general masses and by the temple priesthood is given. In addition several examples of ritual texts and how Akhet Hwt-Hrw has adapted these for individual practice for today's ritualist are shown. As are detailed rituals for a variety of ancient festivals which the student can apply to their observance of the seasonal celebrations.

You must be at least eighteen (18) years of age to enroll in this course. Tuition for the course is $150.00 (U.S.). This may be paid in advance, or in three payments of $50.00 (each payment due once each four months until the tuition is paid in full). All lessons are sent via electronic mail as PDF files (you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader on your computer - this is a free software program available through the following link Adobe Acrobat).

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