Miguel Conner on The Assassins: Gnostic Theology & Templar Connection

Let’s get even edgier than usual in my latest Black Iron Prison Intercept. The Nizari Ismailis — known to history as the Assassins — were far more than a medieval death cult; they were the custodians of a radical Gnostic theology rooted in ancient Iranian spiritual traditions. From their mountain fortress of Alamut, they developed a hierarchical doctrine of esoteric initiation that culminated in the declaration of the Qiyâmat: the abolition of religious law and the dawn of pure spiritual reality. Their clandestine relationship with the Knights Templar forged a hidden current of Baphometic wisdom that would flow through the veins of Western esotericism for centuries. This presentation draws on the work of Jason Reza Jorjani and Tracy Twyman to illuminate the theological, philosophical, and political legacy of this extraordinary order. Intro concept, visual direction, and AI-assisted creative development in collaboration with Arturo Pérez E. youtube.com/@333amTV 333am.tv Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Merch store: https://aeonbyte.creator-spring.com/ Equipment Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WEJ2CCWHALZB?&sort=default Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.