EARTHQUEST NEWS

Magazine Overview

EARTHQUEST NEWS is the newsletter for The Andrew Collins and Questing Conference, with Volume 7, Number 1, published in Spring 2004. The issue opens with a greeting from the editor, Andrew Collins, announcing the upcoming QuestCon04 conference on November 6th at Cecil Sharp House in London.

QuestCon04 Presentations

The conference features a diverse lineup of speakers and topics:

Lynn Picknett and Clive Prince – The Priory of Sion: the Whole Truth

Building on their work that inspired Dan Brown's 'The Da Vinci Code', Picknett and Prince will present their research on the real history of the Priory of Sion. They will discuss Leonardo da Vinci's role, the organization's modern emergence in the 1950s, and their theories on John the Baptist's identity as Christ.

Robert Feather – Uncovering the Spear of Destiny

Robert Feather, a metallurgist and historian, will present his research on the Spear of Destiny, housed in the Hofsburg Museum, Vienna. He gained unprecedented permission to examine and disassemble the relic, reconstructing its 1500-year history, including its possession by historical figures and its seizure by Adolf Hitler.

Paul Broadhurst – Exploring Europe's Sacred Axis

Broadhurst will discuss the concept of a 'sacred axis' of places dedicated to Archangel Michael, stretching from Ireland to Italy and linked to oracle sites in Greece and Megiddo. This concept, explored by Jean and Lucien Richer, was investigated by Broadhurst and dowser Hamish Miller, who traced the 'St Michael-Apollo axis' across Europe.

Alan Alford – Secret Chambers of the Great Pyramid

Alan Alford will present new ideas on the Great Pyramid's origins and purpose, reinterpreting its architecture in light of the Egyptian creation myth. He will argue for the king's burial beneath the pyramid and the sarcophagus containing meteoritic iron, while also revealing clues to previously unknown chambers.

John Reid - Sonic Technology of the Pyramid Builders

John Reid will present evidence for the use of sonic technology by the builders of the Great Pyramid, drawing on research into acoustic qualities and ultrasonic drills. His work extends to Amarna and Beni Hassan, studying the acoustics of rock-cut tombs.

Other Conference and Event Information

Andrew Collins – Twenty-first Century Grail

Andrew Collins will present his latest book, 'Twenty-first Century Grail', which explores the darker side of the Grail myth, questioning traditional beliefs about Joseph of Arimathea and the Grail's connection to Christ's bloodline or the Magdalene. He will also discuss a quest for a Templar relic, the Head of God.

25th Anniversary Green Stone Presentation

This presentation celebrates 25 years of psychic questing, featuring the discovery of a short steel sword ('MEONIA FORE MARYE') and a green stone cup. It will include a digital recording of the discovery of an artefact called the 'Pan dagger' and mysterious voices recorded at the site.

Graham Phillips

Graham Phillips will attend QuestCon04, discussing his books 'The Templars and the Ark of the Covenant' and 'Alexander the Great: Murder in Babylon'.

QuestCon04 Extra

An optional tour of the British Museum will be offered the day after the conference, including a viewing of the Franks Casket, identified by Yuri Leitch as possibly bearing the oldest physical representation of the Holy Grail.

Ticket Information

Tickets for QuestCon04 are priced at £30 in advance and £32 on the day. Discounts are available for group bookings. Evening-only tickets for the 25th Anniversary Green Stone Presentation are available on the day for £10.

Scientific and Esoteric Research

Plasma Balls – Key to UFO Origins and Life on Earth?

The issue reports on Romanian scientists' creation of layered spheres of gaseous plasma that can grow, replicate, and communicate. This discovery is presented as potential evidence for the origin of life and a possible explanation for UFO phenomena like earthlights, suggesting these spheres might be microscopic versions of ball lightning.

ARE Symposium on Psychic Questing

Andrew Collins will lead a two-day workshop on psychic questing at the ARE headquarters in Virginia Beach, USA, in July 2004, focusing on intuition, dreams, and visualization techniques.

Meditation Workshops

These workshops, part of the ARE symposium, will involve a series of visualizations to develop capabilities in attuning to ancient sites and psychic information.

Greg and Lora Little's Trip

Andrew Collins and his wife Sue will accompany Greg and Lora Little to Memphis and Point Pleasant, West Virginia, to investigate Mothman sightings and potentially visit the abandoned TNT plant.

Strange Attractor

A review of the first issue of the monograph journal 'STRANGE ATTRACTOR' is provided, highlighting its eclectic selection of articles on esoteric culture, art, and literature.

Musical Things

Rumors of new material from The Nephilim are mentioned, along with a CD sampler from the gothic rock band DESCENDANTS OF CAIN. Other music discussed includes Him, Guns n' Roses, The Rasmus, Scissor Sisters, Snow Patrol, Keane, and Armen van Helden.

My Old Books

Andrew Collins notes that his older books, such as 'THE SEVENTH SWORD' and 'THE BLACK ALCHEMIST', are commanding high prices on the secondhand market.

Montague Keen

The issue notes the passing of Montague Keen, an agronomist, journalist, and psychic researcher, who died in January 2004. He was known for his work with the Scole Group and his involvement in debates on telepathy.

Mickey Mouse in Cave Art

A report on the discovery of a 700-year-old mural in Malta, Austria, that bears a striking resemblance to Mickey Mouse, raising questions about artistic inspiration and the origins of the character.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently focuses on alternative history, esoteric subjects, ancient mysteries, and paranormal phenomena. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, presenting research and theories from various experts, while also engaging with current events and cultural phenomena that touch upon these themes. There is a strong emphasis on conferences and events that bring together researchers and enthusiasts in these fields.