The Seven Classical Planets Through Myth, Magic, and Alchemy: An introductory course for astrologers, magicians, and those interested in uniting the Above & Below
The Seven Classical Planets Through Myth, Magic, and Alchemy: An introductory course for astrologers, magicians, and those interested in uniting the Above & Below
Taught by Marlene Seven Bremner & Jonah Emerson-Bell
Course Description
In this eight-part series, students will be immersed in an in-depth exploration of the seven traditional planets visible to the naked eye: Saturn, Jupiter, Mars, Venus, Mercury, the Moon, and the Sun. These seven “Wandering Stars” are a crucial component of the Hermetic arts of Astrology, Magic, and Alchemy.
Students will be given a comprehensive understanding of the planets and the various ways that they express their energies in both the individual and the collective psyche, as well as a variety of techniques for communing with the planets for greater self awareness, self expression, and understanding of these important archetypal and cosmic forces.
Through this series of courses, students will learn how planetary energies manifest in daily life, how to work with them in practical ways, and how to understand their placement in the birth chart. Students will be introduced to alchemical and magical practices for fostering personal relationships with the planets as well as transmuting their more challenging aspects.
The first seven classes are dedicated to each planet, covering:
Hermetic cosmology and philosophy
Astrological significance focused on traditional Hellenistic astrology
Mythology and storytelling
Alchemical theory and significations
Magic and devotional rituals for communing with the planets
Correspondences in the microcosm of the body and the natural world
Creative applications for planetary magic and practice
The final Integration class brings everything together and provides additional ways of working with and integrating planetary wisdom into one’s life.
This Course Includes:
Download links to 8 classes (~2-hours each)
PDF Handouts with Correspondence lists, Exercises for integration, Rituals, and Meditations for each planet
Cost: $400
*This course was originally taught as a live, eight-week class on Zoom in the winter of 2024 and again March-April of 2025. The current download is the most recent recording of the series.
Testimonials
"This course was super informative and engaging. The material presented was compelling and accompanied by beautifully illustrated (handouts filled with) images that reflect Seven and Jonah’s extensive knowledge and humour. I highly recommend this class to anyone interested in astrology, alchemy, and magical practices, enjoy!”
—Maria Konder
“This opportunity to study the seven classical planets through myth, magic, and alchemy provided a new lens for inner growth. It helped to unify and grow my previously disparate understanding of these subjects. I would recommend this class to anyone interested in the occult, self-knowledge, and transformation.”
—Evan Kottle
“The 7 classical planets through myth, magic and alchemy simply provides every instrument that is needed to conduct your own personal Musica Universalis. One of the most significant insights of my life regarding my place in that Symphony has come from this course.”
—Eternally grateful, Glenn Walker
About the Teachers
Marlene Seven Bremner is a self-taught oil painter, author, poet, and musician, exploring esoteric themes arising from her study and practice of Hermeticism, alchemy, magic, astrology, and mythology. She has a BA in Geography and Environmental Studies and is trained as a Polarity Therapist by the Institute of Holistic Health Careers. Seven developed her painting career in the Pacific Northwest, showing her work in both group and solo exhibitions along the West Coast and internationally, and now resides in the desert of New Mexico. She is the author of Hermetic Philosophy and Creative Alchemy: The Emerald Tablet, the Corpus Hermeticum, and the Journey Through the Seven Spheres (Inner Traditions, 2022), and The Hermetic Marriage of Art and Alchemy: Imagination, Creativity, and the Great Work (Inner Traditions, 2023).
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Jonah Emerson-Bell is a Tarot reader and Astrologer with a background in Hypnosis and Integration Coaching. He holds a BFA from California College of Art. Jonah studied astrology with Steven Forest and he was the co-host of the Stallion and the Hare Astrology Podcast. His work uses the archetypal language of symbol to help make the unconscious conscious, incorporating myth, magick, and creativity to support meaningful change. Jonah is completing a master's in Mental Health Counseling from Southwestern College in Santa Fe, New Mexico and he is currently an advisor on the AstroStar Live, astrology app.