The Ancient Path of the Sun: Uncovering the Spiritual Meaning of the Solstices and Equinoxes

by Mark Atwood, Lara Atwood

Hundreds of the most enigmatic ancient sites in the world align to the sun at the solstices and equinoxes, including Stonehenge, the Great Sphinx, and the statues of Easter Island.Some of the greatest spiritual figures in history, such as Jesus, Osiris, Mithra, Krishna, and Quetzalcoatl, experienced major life events at these times, such as their birth and resurrection.They were celebrated by ancient Persians, Hindus, Maya, Inca, Native Americans, Druids, and Europeans as their most important days-and are still celebrated by billions of people today.Why was the sun so spiritually important to these ancient people, and why did they align some of the most incredible ancient sites on Earth to it?Throughout the world there is evidence of an ancient Religion of the Sun that spread across continents and gave rise to the greatest spiritual treasures in history. At the heart of this religion lay a sacred path imbued in the cycles of the earth and sun.This book uncovers the profound meaning the solstices and equinoxes held to many ancient peoples, and describes how this knowledge can be practiced today. It includes detailed guides of how to celebrate the solstices and equinoxes as in ancient times with example ceremonies.Embark on a journey through the great wisdom of the ancients and cosmos with hundreds of illustrations, excerpts from sacred texts, and detailed descriptions of ancient sites.

590 pages, Paperback

Published January 29, 2021

About the author

Mark Atwood is an author, and a practitioner of his indigenous religious tradition, which is a branch of the ancient Religion of the Sun. He writes from decades of metaphysical practice and experience. Mark descends from some of the first settlers of Britain, who were curly haired and spoke an ancient language related to Basque, and who helped build many ancient megalithic sites aligned to the sun, as well as those Indo-Europeans who migrated into the British Isles over 4,500 years ago, who practiced an ancient form of sun worship. He lives in seclusion and is not involved in the public, in order to devote himself to his spiritual journey, though continues to write. He is married to Lara Atwood.

Reviews

[Suave · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am still reading this book, but just after the first chapter I knew I have a true gem in my hands.

I thoroughly recommend this quite a thick book to anyone interested in ancient religions, spirituality, cosmology and most importantly in finding out the reason for why are we all here.

[Adam · Rating 5 out of 5]

The mystery and wonder of humanities spiritual search throughout time is carefully explained in this extensively researched work. From the worldwide alignment of ancient megalithic civilisations to modern times the path of the Sun throughout the seasons has been a constant source of change within our physical world but also holds a symbolic spiritual representation that has an integral relationship to each individual. This book explores this relationship and its celebration throughout time and how people today can realign with this ancient practice through ceremonial appreciation of the solstices and equinoxes. This is a must read for anyone interested in the mysteries of human civilisation and personal spiritual development.

[James · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was utterly surprised when I began reading this incredible work (still am).

It was astonishing to see the links and associations of the sun, its meaning & symbology, and the many civilisations across the earth which have collectively understood this and celebrated it.

Delving into the meanings of the Equinox's and Solstices was profound.

What the author has accomplished in this book in nothing short of remarkable.

[Craig · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is such an amazingly detailed book, that I highly recommend to everyone!

[Alexandros · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is not a book that I mark as 'Read'. It is a book that works like a map or a guide which you have to use for your personal spiritual research. Incredible, unthinkable work! Thank you