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tonightsthenight
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 Posted - Mar 18 2012 : 7:37:22 PM
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The Hero's Journey is a well-known formula for myth that Joseph Campbell came up with back in his day. I imagine that many of you are already familiar with it. If not, I suggest doing a bit of reading on it because it is quite interesting in terms of the spiritual experience.
I came upon Campbell's books on the subject back when my own spiritual journey started, and even though it's always been in the back of my mind, I'm astounded at how closely the external events of my life mirror the monomyth of the Hero's Journey. Especially when looking at the milestones and dramatic events.
I wonder if others here have felt the same? Have you experienced the Hero's Journey in your own spiritual journey in some way?
Thankfully, the best part of my hero's journey, the end of the cycle, is just around the corner. Or maybe not! But I look forward to that day and it's the hope that keeps me going.
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BuddhiHermit
United Kingdom
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Posted - Mar 25 2012 : 08:14:42 AM
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I had always thought that the Hero's Journey was a well understood metaphor in all the ancient mystery schools, and not a modern phenomena at all.
And I agree - My life, and that of most fellow seekers seem to follow that mythic formula.
Yes, thankfully, the end of the cycle is just around the corner, and the destination is just over the next hill ... but more than that, the scenery is .. immeasurable.
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cosmic
USA
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Posted - Mar 25 2012 : 11:43:38 PM
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I saw a few hours of his Bill Moyers interview, so I only have "baby knowledge" about his work. But I found him wise and authentic. He speaks from a mythic place and I feel he lived the Hero's Journey.
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Originally posted by tonightsthenight
I wonder if others here have felt the same? Have you experienced the Hero's Journey in your own spiritual journey in some way?
In some ways, yes. I can recognize many of the phases in my own life, but haven't contemplated where I am in that model.
But it's the human story, no? I wouldn't be surprised if all human beings passed through this great mystery. Being aware of it or not is the question.
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Beatrice
USA
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Posted - Mar 27 2012 : 3:24:23 PM
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Originally posted by BuddhiHermit
I had always thought that the Hero's Journey was a well understood metaphor in all the ancient mystery schools, and not a modern phenomena at all.
It's massively a modern phenomena and used by ALL modern films, yes ALL.
See http://www.clickok.co.uk/index4.html
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Bodhi Tree
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Posted - Mar 27 2012 : 7:42:41 PM
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| Yes, I'm a fan of Joseph Campbell too, and upon reviewing the stages of the Hero's Journey, it certainly resonates with my experience. There's definitely some kind of archetypal pattern woven into our genetics. Star Wars is a prime example of a story that embodies the formula. Thanks for sharing this. |
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