The Anima Mundi has been defined in philosophy as the universal soul. Plato believed that the Anima Mundi acted to the world, as the human soul acts to the human body. He spoke of the cosmos as a living being, with a body, soul and spirit. The Anima Mundi was thus called, The Soul of the World. Astrologers and Magicians of the Renaissance period understood the Anima Mundi to be the development of the goddess Isis; symbol of the divine female and ever-nurturing mother.

Western thinking perpetuated this idea by separating science from religion and allowed science to define the world by it's own terms. We mistakenly viewed ourselves as the higher beings attempting to control nature and demystify the machines. But how high can we be without spirit, soul or consciousness? We have neglected the needs of others; humans, animals, plants, earth, sea and sky. We neglected our souls and were not conscious of the souls in others; the souls which make living things alive.

We experienced a dimension of emotions, the like of which, most of us have never before experienced. The Soul of the World shuddered. The event left us shaken, bewildered, frightened, enraged, confused and yet still hopeful. Many of us began to appreciate our lives more than ever before, because the uncertainty and fragility of life made it all the more precious. Our souls were awakened. Along with the devastation and immeasurable grief, came empathy, compassion and kindness. The Anima Mundi pours forth her blessings upon the world. May we all learn to do the same!

Made of high quality excelsior pewter. Double sided design.

Approx. pendant size: 4 centimetre height x 1.5 centimetre width. Weight : 11 grams.

Black cord option comes with an approx. 36 inch or 91.44 cm cord and a (lead free) pewter accent bead with laminated ends.

Chain option comes with a 2 mm flat link stainless steel chain of either 18 , 20 , 22 inch standard length or a 18 inch chain with an extension up to 4 inches ( 22 inch total ) in length for more flexibility and a lead free pewter accent bead. Wear them with or without bead!

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