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The Mindfield Cemetery: Death + Art = Life
The Mindfield Cemetery is one of the most original, moving and extraordinary artscapes ever constructed. And although this is called the Mindfield Cemetery, it is not a cemetery - yet. It is a work-in-progress grave marker for when the time comes. More than that, it is one of the most incredible cenotaphs you will ever see, a stunning memorial meditation on Death and Life. It is unquestionably a Sacred Site, albeit one in a most unexpected way.
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Apr 138 min read


Saints, Martyrs and Miracles in Tennessee
What could be more extraordinary than a miracle? More inspiring than a martyr, willing to sacrifice one’s life for a cause? More mysterious than a figure who is able to do the impossible? History is full of people who, through great acts of love, devotion and selflessness, have achieved unthinkable heroic acts, and here in Tennessee we have some fascinating stories around Saints, Martyrs and Miracles to explore!
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Mar 511 min read


Utopia In Tennessee: Part 1, Religious Utopias
Tennessee has a fascinating history of Utopian Societies, past and present. In this beautiful part of the world many dreams have been thought possible, but often scandal and tragedy led to their demise. Let’s explore what some of these utopias were about, why some ultimately fell apart, and why a few still survive to this day.
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Aug 9, 202510 min read


Sacred Sites of Tennessee's Most Read Articles
Sacred Sites of Tennessee has been around more than two years now. Here is a list of the most popular posts that have been read, not only in Tennessee but across the nation and around the world!
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Jul 14, 20255 min read


Red Clay State Park: Where The Trail Of Tears Began
The story of the Trail of Tears is a heartbreaking tale of greed, betrayal and tragedy, and Red Clay State Park is where it all began.
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Jan 16, 20258 min read


Sri Ganesha Temple: Hindu Cultural Center of Tennessee
527 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville, TN 37209 (615) 356-7207 www.ganeshatemple.org Public tours take place on the second Saturday of every...
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Nov 8, 20238 min read


Mysterious Masons: Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Tennessee, Nashville
100 Seventh Ave N. Suite 4, Nashville 37209 (615) 255-2625 Tours available by appointment with the Grand Secretary grandsecretary@grandlodge-tn.org, www.grandlodge-tn.org The Tennessee Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons in Nashville When most people see the mysterious Masonic symbols on tombstones, pass a Freemason lodge, or see a Shriner in their attire, they can’t help but be curious as to what lies behind the images. What exactly do Masons stand for? How do the symb
lvenegas13
Jul 26, 202311 min read


Sadhguru and the Isha Institute of Inner-Sciences, McMinnville
Sadhguru's Isha Institute for Inner-Sciences in McMinnville, TN is one of two ashrams in the United States run by the Isha Foundation
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Jun 16, 202311 min read


Welcome to Sacred Sites of Tennessee!
Churches & Temples, Cemeteries, American Indian Sites, Old Growth Forests and more! There are so many Sacred Sites in Tennessee. My name is Lisa-Marie Venegas, and I've had a fascination for most of my life with learning about beautiful and historic sites of spiritual or religious significance, as well as the beliefs and rituals of the religions of our world, including those from past civilizations. My goal with this blog is to provide a Spiritual Passport to faiths, communi
lvenegas13
Mar 31, 20233 min read
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