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Article: On the Edge of the Inside: The Prophetic Position
- Article from:
- Tikkun
- Article date:
- September 1, 2007
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CopyrightCopyright Institute of Labor and Mental Health Sep/Oct 2007. Provided by ProQuest LLC. (Hide copyright information)
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ONE IS STRUCK, IN THE STUDY OF SAINTS, angels, and gods, by a pattern that seems quaint and harmless, yet it is so common that I know there must be a deeper meaning. There always seem to be guardians and spirits of doors, bridges, exits, and entranceways. I saw it all over Asia, read about it in Egypt and Mesopotamia, and am familiar with it in Greek mythology, guardian angels, and Catholic saints like St. John Nepomuk, St. Christopher, and even St. Peter. What is going on here?
Ancients knew that you need guidance, patronage, and protection as you move from one place or state to another, whenever you cross a bridge. There are boundary issues that must be dealt with, dues and respects that ...