The Modern Mystery School trains leaders to become masters of their personal and
professional lives through hermetic teachings, bringing all the potential of the spiritual world
into the physical world so that people can achieve more in life, expanding their greater
purpose. The School offers a new way of living life.
Lineage
Lineage is a key and important factor in determining the authority and integrity that a Mystery School holds. The teachings of the Lineage of the Modern Mystery School come from the time of King Solomon, thus having over three thousand years of tested and proven history. The wisdom and power of the Lineage come from the direct transfer of information, preserving the virtue and honor of these teachings. The integrity of our lineage is preserved through various methods, including certifications, annual recertifications for teachers, and ongoing training at various levels. All Lineages have main key holders, individuals who have the authority to keep the doors of the Mystery School open to the public. The keys to our lineage are held by the Third Order, who in union maintain the purity of the lineage and its teachings.
Lineage Holders
Sovereign Ipsissimus & Hierophant Gudni Ged Gudnason – Founder
Founder Gudni is an expert in conveying metaphysical and esoteric teachings using analogies and parables. Through humor and fantastic tales, he shares his wisdom. He uses these methods to allow students to have their own insights and practice their discernment. Born in Iceland, initiated into the lineage of King Solomon in the 70s, Founder Gudni was authorized to open the school in 1997.
"You are an eternal being. You have never been born, therefore you can never die."
Sovereign Ipsissimus Dave Thor Lanyon
Sovereign Ipsissimus Dave has been the driving force behind the explosive growth of the Modern Mystery School since he joined the lineage in 2004, expanding the school from 12 to 55 countries. As a guardian of the lineage of the Modern Mystery School in the tradition of King Solomon, he specializes in presenting hermetic and esoteric wisdom in a practical and applicable way.
"Every moment of time we are given the choice between light and dark, positive and negative,
good and evil. A Warrior of Light learns to be wise enough to distinguish the difference and
recognizing the choice, they choose Light, even though it is often the harder of the two. Our
ultimate weapon is Love, our shield is Peace, our fuel is Passion and our goal is Joy." –
Sovereign Ipsissimus Dave Lanyon
Sovereign Ipsissimus Hideto Rei Nakagome
He comes from a Japanese Samurai family, and accesses that amazing power in his work within the Modern Mystery School. When teaching he does so with humor and fun. He brings people an awareness of the beauty and goodness within themselves to inspire deeper healing and empowerment.
"It is easy to be calm when you are meditating. It is easy to visualize when you meditate sitting
still. It is easy to think positive while in a temple. Can you be calm, positive, and have clear
vision while you are moving through life? The universal life force has to be controlled both
inside and outside of you; with this you can have full control over your inner and outer
universe." – Sovereign Ipsissimus Hideto Nakagome
Governing Ipsissimas
Governing Ipsissimas Individuals who have reached the peak of the initiatory path as Ipsissimus, through their years of dedication, service, and mastery, are the leaders of their respective areas of specialization.
The title and authority granted by the guardians of the lineage and members of the Third Order, Founder and Hierophant Gudni Gudnason, Sovereign Ipsissimus Hideto Nakagome, and Sovereign Ipsissimus Dave Lanyon, these individuals are high-level leaders, master teachers, and initiates who take on many roles.
As pillars of the lineage, who have served with unparalleled capacity, these specific keys of knowledge and power are held by the following women who are initiated in the lineage of King Solomon as Ipsissimus.
They are the Governing Ipsissimas who anchor immense Light for the Modern Mystery School:
Ipsissima Divina Franca Lanyon, Ipsissimus of Alchemy Ipsissima Divina Theresa Bullard-Whyke, Ipsissimus of Kabbalah Ipsissima Divina Luisa Nakagome, Ipsissimus of Shamanism Ipsissima Divina Eiko Gudnason, Ipsissimus of the Royal Way Ipsissima Divina Tsukiko Kimura, Ipsissimus of the Ensophic Ray
Ipsissima Azusa Yoda, Great Oracle Honorary Ipsissima Sandra Reed
Leadership
At the Modern Mystery School, we have a group of international leaders who travel the world
sharing the teachings of the Lineage.
Ipsissima Divina Franca Lanyon
Ipsissimus of Alchemy, Council of 12, International instructor
Ipsissima Divina Theresa Bullard
Ipsissimus of Kabbalah, Council of 12, International instructor
Divina Liza Rossi
Council of 12, International instructor
Divina Kate Bartram-Brown, PhD
Council of 12, International instructor
Divina Rita Van Den Berg, Dra
Council of 12, International instructor
Divina Ann Donnelly, Dra
Council of 12, International instructor
Ambassador Eric Thompson
Ambassador of the Third Order, International instructor
Verla Wade
International instructor
Honorary Ipsissima Sandra Reed
International instructor
Martina Coogan
International Instructor
Kathleen Lanyon
Vice President of Administration, International Instructor
Christina Mars
Vice President of Communication, International Instructor
Erin Wallace
International Instructor
Jordan Bain
International Instructor
Peter Lozano
International Instructor
Sylwester Organka
International Instructor
Aleksandra Ceho
International Instructor
Flavio Gracile
Specialty Teacher
Julia Tiffin
Specialty Teacher
Yoko Maria Tsukada
Certified Professionals
Certified Professionals
There are various professionals certified by the Modern Mystery School. These teachers,
Guides, and Life Activators operate independently of the Modern Mystery School and have
their own spaces.