The Styles of Old
The Styles of Old I. The styles of old have caught my heart, They’ve danced throughout my soul, They’ve taught me of this holy spark, That links me to the Whole. II. And I’ve never since now wandered On a path so clear and bright, Nor seen so many wildflowers, Nor as many stars at […]
Ode to Seneca
Ode to Seneca Study Lucius Annaeus Seneca, if you must study a man. Study his life to learn the trials of a Sage. Study his Epistles to see a great man sewing righteous seeds among men. Study his Consolations to see wisdom in action. Study his Natural Questions to see a fine soul at play. Study his Tragedies to taste the fruit of […]
My Art, Codified
My Art, Codified I play music like I write poetry; The Spirit guides, and I am guided. I practice philosophy like I play music; Much folly with brief spells of wisdom. I compose music like I act in life; I play the wildflowers. I live as I write; I do not lord it over myself. […]
We, the Sun, & I
We, the Sun, & I We We look out, and we are looked upon. But always we. We see, and we are seen. But always we. We search, and we are searched. But always we. We find, and we are found. But always we. We listen, and we are listened to. But always we. We […]
The Skies of Winter
The Skies of Winter I. I love the skies of winter, So honest, crisp, and clear, And better yet are skies of June Than other times of year. II. For they reflect the sun and earth With mastery, truth, and care, Painting vivid strokes of red and gold Throughout the silent air. III. I love […]
Rise
Rise 1. On a dark and frosty meadow ‘Fore the dawning of the sun, Wild caribous are calling, For their day has just begun. 2. A cool breeze gently shifts the trees As mountain birds are waking. A golden hue now pierces night As distant stars are fading. 3. The sun now slowly rises Giving […]
The Mystic
The Mystic 1. The energy is thick today; It does not know what it wants. 2. And the sea is violent and choppy, And it does not know where the wind is pushing it. 3. And the clouds are scattered and confused, For they do not know what they want to be. 4. And a […]
Introducing The Poet & The Sage
In this episode Simon Drew introduces his first published book, The Poet & The Sage, which is now available for pre-order at thewalledgarden.store/products/copy-of-the-poet-the-sage. About the book: The Poet & The Sage is an esoteric work of deep symbolism and archetypal metaphor. Delivered through the time-tested language of poetry and prose, The Poet & The Sage […]
Prof. Joseph Siracusa | The Coming War with China?
In this episode, Simon speaks with Prof. Joseph Siracusa about the potential threat of a war with China. Prof. Joseph Siracusa is the professor of Political History and International Diplomacy at Curtin University. Born and raised in Chicago and a long time resident of Australia, Joseph studied at the University of Denver and the University of Vienna […]
Inspiration Session II. Jake Bush on Nature, Humanism, and Finding Purpose
Continuing our series on our vision for The Walled Garden, this week we hear from another contributor, Jake Bush. Jake shares his experiences growing up in rural Idaho and how spending time in nature contributed toward his philosophies on life. He discusses growing up in, and subsequently separating from the Mormon faith, traveling the world […]