"In astrology,the appearance in the morning of the Moon,Mercury,or Venus...." 80 p. 182
"The entire phenomena of the physical world,considered to be illusory by orthodox Hindus [and others]...." 73 p. 130[Steiner taught that the physical world is a realm of maya.]
A pagan fertility rite,dancers circling a giant phallus. At Waldorf schools: a celebration of renewed life forces,the coming of spring.
"(Zoroastrianism) The name of the one,supreme god,Ahura." 80 p. 183[In Avestan usage,mazda means "lord." Ahura Mazda is the supreme god,the Wise Lord.]
An Ahrimanic/American activity,according to Steiner; it causes demons to incarnate.
"Fabled witch,sorcerer,and goddess...." 80 p. 183
The schools generally ask parents of students to curtail their children's exposure to television,computers,cell phones,the Internet,and other electronic media or forms of electronic communication and entertainment. (These media are considered demonic,although other explanations may be proffered.)
In Anthroposophy,medicine largely aims to bring the physical and spiritual members of the human organism into alignment. Illnesses are often,but not always,deemed the fulfillment of karma and thus should be allowed to run their course. Treatments used are often minimal,frequently "natural",herbal,mineral,and/or homeopathic. Meditations,prayers,artistic activities,etc.,may also be prescribed.
"[T]he Shaman (q.v.) or magician among many primitive and modern tribes...." 80 p. 183
"A mental discipline...employed for the purpose of gaining insight into the inner nature and meaning of the universe." 73 p. 131[Waldorf faculty members often employ Anthroposophical meditations in their individual and joint spiritual efforts.]
