The Passion of Isis and Osiris: A Gateway to Transcendent Love by Jean Houston


The Passion of Isis and Osiris: A Gateway to Transcendent Love
Title : The Passion of Isis and Osiris: A Gateway to Transcendent Love
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ISBN : 0345424778
ISBN-10 : 9780345424778
Language : English
Format Type : Paperback
Number of Pages : 452
Publication : First published January 3, 1996

In The Passion of Isis and Osiris, Jean Houston, internationally renowned philosopher, psychologist, and explorer of world myth, takes us deep into the mysteries of Egypt, land of the ancient soul within us all. Houston brings this world to wonderful life, showing how the myth of Isis and Osiris gives modern readers a design for the marriage of body and soul, life and death, the tangible and the hidden. In detailed exercises and dramatic enactments that can be done in groups or alone, she demonstrates how we can identify the Isis and Osiris that are seeking reunion in each of us.

The Passion of Isis and Osiris re-creates nothing less than a moment of Egyptian magic that allows us to enter a consciousness that is the gateway to transcendent love. This story of two spiritual soulmates still has resonance for us today, whether we are seeking to join the disparate parts of self or searching for a mate to bond with, soul to soul.

The Passion of Isis and Osiris: A Gateway to Transcendent Love Reviews

  • John

    A guidebook to study the Egyptian myth/story. I didn't have time to read all of the course and do the exercises, so I'll need to check it out again. I loved this passage from it:

    We journey within to seek the great patterns and stories, the forgotten music and knowings of earlier and even deeper phases of our existence, down the seedings of evolution to come, to the structures within the self that remain unfulfilled and unfinished. These are our hidden heroic potentials, which in myth often appear as secret helpers. We must view these forgotten or neglected potentials for living the larger life as deep codings of the Source – the Infinite within. By uncovering them, by having the courage to cleanse, purify, and prepare our soul for the difficult task of becoming an instrument through which the Source may play its great music, we become part of the energy, raising consciousness to its next level of possibility.

  • Jake Maguire

    Definitely worth reading. I've been interested in the myth of Isis and Osirus for many years, but this book has given it a whole new dimension and context for personal growth and transformation. The exercises presented are also have great therapeutic value. I am truly glad I came across this book.

  • Gabi Trevisan

    Finalmente terminei. Livro divisor de águas e que aprofunda bastante o tema. Não recomendo para iniciantes. PS: acho o título meio brega e não faz jus ao conteúdo do livro.

  • Amber

    The first 50-80 pages are just a glorified fan fiction the author wrote of the Osiris Myth and it’s rudimentary at best. Lack of research.

    The only reason I am giving a two star is that the journal prompts—I feel—are nice to have for a spiritual practice. It will help give a deeper understanding of yourself. However, these prompts are easily found elsewhere so the book isn’t necessary.

    As with most new agey spiritual practices and books, it doesn’t give you a deeper understanding of Ancient Egypt, it’s culture and history. It was expected it’d focus on Iset and Ausir, however, it falls short on research for the other deities.

    -10/10 would not truly recommend.

    You can find better historical books even on Iset. I would suggest Isis Magic by Isidora Forrest. While this book is made for a priestess path, she goes into great information on Iset and her history.

  • Jaime Louise

    Love the break down of this old story.