Author: Sacred Earth Journeys

3 Mayan Calendars Still in Use Today


In preparation for exploring Maya lands in our upcoming journey, Maya Temples of Transformation with Freddy Silva & Miguel Angel Vergara, we’ve been tapping into and exploring the mythological, literary, and now, the astronomical genius of the Maya. In this article, we will be exploring the Mayan calendars. The Mayan calendars, 3 of which are… Continue reading

3 Essential Maya Sacred Texts: Popol Vuh, Chilam Balam, Maya Codices

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Delving into Maya sacred text invokes the mysteries of the universe and creation. Miguel Angel Vergara, master Maya teacher, said, “The Maya Masters of Light studied deeply the mysteries of the infinite cosmos. In the eyes of the Jaguar they saw the light of creation. In the flight of the Feathered Serpent they created the… Continue reading

5 Joseph Campbell Quotes for Initiating a Personal Hero’s Journey

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One needn’t study Joseph Campbell quotes for long to see how myth is universal—not merely “fake,” but representative of higher truths. In the context of mythology and sacred journeys (such as those led by Sacred Earth Journeys), the hero’s journey or “monomyth” comes to mind. The hero’s journey is a vast psychological, mythological template of… Continue reading

UNESCO Sites in Italy: Which Do We Visit?


There are many UNESCO sites in Italy. The country is widely regarded for its plethora of cultural delicacies and artistic/cultural sites. It is thus on our journey list for April 5-15, 2020, dates that we’re staying hopeful for given the state of the pandemic and travel closures in effect for many countries around the world.… Continue reading

The Surreal Landscape of Ladakh, India


Ladakh is a mountainous, Tibetan Buddhist haven located in northern India, bordered by the Himalayas in the south and the Kunlun mountains to the north. Ladakh is nestled closely between Pakistan, China, and of course, India. It is in very close proximity to Tibet, hence the large population of Tibetan Buddhists in the area.  As… Continue reading