The Observable Myths and Miricles in 5th Buisness
Myths and Miracles Definitions: Miracle – Observable events or effects that can’t be explained by the ordinary laws of nature – are attributed to direct action of God; are known to be supernatural. Myth – a tale, fable or dogma that unconsciously symbolizes the activities of the collective unconscious; Natural, intermediate stage between conscious and unconscious cognition. Like religious symbols, myths aren’t invented but arise from the unconscious. To come in contact with our real self we must struggle through so many issues to locate our true selves (“the dark side”, our shadow – animal/sexual instincts – personal unconscious). Jung says myths describe inner reality more accurately than so called scientific truths. They are a kind of therapy for the problems of humanity. They also let a person know what is happening in his/her unconscious. In religious language effects without cause were considered to be miracles. Myths and miracles can be illusions that one can’t grasp. Mary Dempster’s 3 miracles: - The reclamation of Surgeoner by the act of charity that were heroic in terms of the mores of Deptford - The raising of Willie from the dead - The miraculous appearance to Dunny during war (Passchendaele) 1.