Helena Roerich, Letters of Helena Roerich Volume II: 1935-1939, p 384
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The Druids had a ritual in which all those who were present had to move around the sacrificial place or altar, exactly in the direction of the sun, whereas the Hierophant himself was moving against the sun, symbolizing his superior knowledge.
— Helena Roerich on Druid
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About Helena Roerich
Helena Ivanovna Roerich (12 February 1879 – 5 October 1955) was a Russian mystic, philosopher, spiritual teacher, writer, social and women's rights activist.
About Helena Roerich
Helena Ivanovna Roerich (12 February 1879 – 5 October 1955) was a Russian mystic, philosopher, spiritual teacher, writer, social and women's rights activist.
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