All of the worlds great religions (and here we could include Communism, Free Masonry, The Science, and many more besides), in as much as it is possible, have been bent towards the control and division of man. If we are to free ourselves and our fellow man we must suss out the real Truth, Beauty, Goodness, and Joy, that has been twisted into our chains. Articles such as the above shed light on that forge of lies and should be examined in that context, not used blindly as proof of malevolence further contributing to the division of those who might work together and casting yet another chain upon the minds those who would be free.
In other words if this article pissed you off check your dogma, it’s not your strength it’s your cell.
Be the ungovernable person they were afraid you’d become.
Pray as if everything depended upon God; act as if everything depends upon you…
Reason is not the only tool by which we comprehend our world. In some struggles it is worse than useless. The point here, which you may be missing, is not the correctness of Hermeticisim, though some statements are at least partially useful (I’m thinking of paradox and of Christ being both man and God, and of light being a particle and a wave). The point here is an examination of the methods of control and of our own acceptance and of co-option by them… unless of course you agree with Paul in that women ought not be allowed to speak in the congregation? And If that is the case, more the shame upon you Pharisee, not entering nor allowing others to enter. A white washed tomb. I would beg you to allow those who don’t measure up to your exacting standards of holiness the opportunity to examine the issue and come to their own conclusions. Is the earth flat? It almost doesn’t matter, at the very least it matters more that what people believe to be true and false are determined by themselves, only then is it possible to learn.
The first three sentences are from my Breaking the Spell of the Warlocks: The 11.11.18 Decode & the Counterinsurgency Operation.
Hope you enjoyed it.
The rest of your comment is an amalgam of strawmanning and a helpless attempt to formulate an argument of some kind.
We don't need Hermeticism to consider or apply paradoxes.
How is introducing a thoroughly poisonous pseudo-philosophy helping to "[examine] the methods of control and of our own acceptance and of co-option by them"?
I did! I thoroughly enjoyed it, in fact that article, which convinced me of your sincerity, is why I responded.
Hermeticism is not being introduced here, it’s alive and well and known of by many who wander off the sanctioned paths of Christianity (and many of these do not consider it poison). And that’s important because Christianity (or it’s translation, interpretation, or application) IS a tool of control and division. This is something that the left is correct on and has effectively, perhaps permanently, used to divide our world, the beauty and truth of this faith not withstanding. Without meaningful examination and conversation over truths found outside of The Faith, Christianity (and not only Christianity but Islam, Buddhism, Judaism, Science etc) will remain an effective tool of control and its promise WILL be lost. It will remain this tool because it, and its leaders, must not be questioned. Freedom and respect must belong to all faiths or it will belong to none. (theft, rape, murder, pedophilia and the like are violations of persons and property, not freedoms. We have laws against them that apply irrespective of religious affiliation)
I think if you look you will find many Patriots who share your zeal for freedom but not your particular religious convictions, and maybe leading off with attacks on character (or shoot, using them at all) is not our best way towards victory.
Perhaps though you are correct, anything outside of your way of apprehending this world is poisonous. But unless you want to live in a world run by a minority elite (who also believe they’re the only special ones by the way) lording over an enslaved majority you must allow for the conversation, and not begrudgingly with insults and spiritual fear mongering.
You are confused. I have NEVER made a religious argument against Hermeticism. You would know that if you read my comment. You are also, once again, engaging in strawmanning.
Rather, I have rather made a logical argument against Hermeticism; very briefly here and more at length elsewhere.
And Hermeticism cannot stand up to reason. Frankly it's incoherent nonsense. And that isn't an opinion. Hermeticism is demonstrably nonsense.
And yes, Hermeticism (not in name but as a vague ideology) is very much in vogue now.
For example, the "polarity" nonsense is quite prominent now in the common/popular mind. And in "culture" (see Star Wars.)
But it's metaphysically false: light and dark (and God and Satan, and good and evil, and so on) aren't opposites. They don't exist in the same way ontologically speaking; and do not exist in some oppositional dynamic, as if they were opposing forces.
Positing them as so is not only a violation of metaphysical reason, it has far-reaching consequences for the intellect, the person and the social order. The implication are as profound as they are catastrophic. But not 1 in a million can see the errors.
And if you think that reason is just some optional way of viewing the world, then you are refuting yourself, and unwittingly so. Because you are using reason to say that reason isn't apprehensive of reality.
And if you don't care that you are abrogating first principles of reason, then you are simply okay with incoherent babbling.
There's an ancient and very Aristotelian principle of debate: "Cum negante principia nequit disputari."
Thanks for sharing this. I studied these disciplines for a number of years during the 60s and 70s and have several volumes on these teachings. I am very happy that some people are reawakening to the teachings of the wise pagan practitioners. I studied comparative religions and beliefs. Enlightenment is all. All is not lost.
David...perhaps prayer and mediation while applying the principles towards your inner struggles. Parables & allegories, through our Biblical teachings, reveal higher awareness. Christ is King. Do your best.
Brilliant, Ryan. So beautifully balanced, so thorough and yet so openended. Thank you for this summary of what must represent years of work. Deep gratitude.
What an excellent assessment of this philosophy! I'm not sure how controversial this might really be if we had all of the truths of our history to evaluate. Until that day, however, I agree with you regarding knowledge, even if it in part or in total isn't commensurate with current beliefs. We can't think critically without gaining knowledge. Interesting, isn't it, that what has been created for good will always be usurped to be used against the original purpose? For evil purposes?
Extremely valuable, thank you so much for this information!
And a prayer for brainwashed people who think that God is small enough to be contained in any one religion.
It's incredible that people can subscribe to religions which describe God as Omnipresent (which virtually all religions do), yet think "Yeah, but he's not present in ways/places/situatons *I* am not comfortable with!"
I read the first book that was linked, just to get an idea of what he was talking about. This was all very new to me.
I found this:
The Divine Pymander of Hermes Mercurius Trismegistus
In 17 Books
Book One
10. ...and that which is Good, desireth to be set at Liberty; but the things that are Evil, love Bondage and Slavery.
To assume that we, in modernity, with our ancient Judeo-Christian texts, are the only humans to have discovered that the above is true seems a bit arrogant.
Am I promoting this book as “the word of God” or some wonderfully insightful and spiritually uplifting tome? No. Not even close.
But if you find truth, celebrate it. No matter where you happen to find it.
Unfortunately if you all put as much effort into learning who God is as taught to us through Judaism and Christianity the world would be a better place indeed. Instead you use your words to bring out your egotism and think we really care about your esoteric knowledge. If indeed you were good or holy people your discussion would be about the wonderful qualities of God and His teaching through various cultures. If you are all so interested in what you say you are then why not accept others who don’t acknowledge your interests? Of course not, its the very idea that some of the commentators here think that truth does not exist ‘and yet you’re argument is trying to teach a dead and quite honestly very simple concepts. It can’t hold a candle to the esoteric knowledge of Judaism. Instead you spend time on unimportant matters.
The author of this article is also out of touch with the world because at time of great mourning over deaths and suffering that is being caused by people with their own dark agenda you are creating a narrative that no one really knows and cares about. Why is that? It’s because you’re all as irrelevant as your esoteric diatribe.
"The author of this article is also out of touch with the world because at time of great mourning over deaths and suffering that is being caused by people with their own dark agenda you are creating a narrative that no one really knows and cares about. Why is that? It’s because you’re all as irrelevant as your esoteric diatribe."
Ryan, the author, can explain the term and its philosophical notions without agreeing nor believing in them in anyway.
It was very difficult for me to understand all the concept explained in English and as I profoundly disagree with it regarding my own Jewish and Christian values and beliefs.
We're not espousing Hermeticism. It's important to know what exists in the world, especially when some of the most influential clandestine factions believe these things.
It's even more important to refute what is demonstrably erroneous. Simply putting stuff like this out there just as "food for thought" --when it's actually poison -- seems more than a bit odd to me.
Consider with me that without total knowledge (we cannot achieve personally), we can never grasp the complete truth of any topic. Hence the reference to the 'half-truth' and maybe this same premise might apply to the other statements?
The first principle of reason - that is to say, Aristotle's principle of non-contradiction - isn't relative; it's absolute. There is no possible universe in which it can be violated, either metaphysically or logically. That is to say, it's what is called a necessary truth.
When you attempt abrogate such a truth -- as most of those "principles" do, and which you can only do verbally not actually --- they aren't just in some sort of common error; they refute themselves into incoherence. In other words, they are in unique category that is void of meaning.
If you want or need a common example: one might be -> "everything I write is false." This isn't a paradox. It's a self-refuting contradiction. It is incoherent and devoid of any actual meaning.
Hermeticism is mostly built upon such nonsense; and indeed is a kind of poison for the mind.
For example, the "polarity" nonsense is much in vogue now in the common mind.
But it's metaphysically false: light and dark (and God and Satan, and good and evil, and so on) aren't opposites. They don't exist in the same way ontologically speaking; and do not exist in some oppositional dynamic, as if they were opposing forces.
Positing them as so is not only a violation of metaphysical reason, it has far-reaching consequences for the intellect, the person and the social order.
Very interesting. I think I just sat through a college lecture. I didn’t have a strong opinion one way or the other, but you’ve definitely given me much to ponder. Thanks.
Just wondering if you are aware of "Compendium of The Emerald Tablets" as put out by Billy Carson of 4biddenknowledge?! It makes the most sense to me as to The Bigger Picture of The Universes. All arises from a 'thought'!!
All of the worlds great religions (and here we could include Communism, Free Masonry, The Science, and many more besides), in as much as it is possible, have been bent towards the control and division of man. If we are to free ourselves and our fellow man we must suss out the real Truth, Beauty, Goodness, and Joy, that has been twisted into our chains. Articles such as the above shed light on that forge of lies and should be examined in that context, not used blindly as proof of malevolence further contributing to the division of those who might work together and casting yet another chain upon the minds those who would be free.
In other words if this article pissed you off check your dogma, it’s not your strength it’s your cell.
Reason easily refutes Hermeticism. So you've abandoning reason now? The irony is, you're the one being dogmatic.
…Be the sovereign person you were made to be.
Be the ungovernable person they were afraid you’d become.
Pray as if everything depended upon God; act as if everything depends upon you…
Reason is not the only tool by which we comprehend our world. In some struggles it is worse than useless. The point here, which you may be missing, is not the correctness of Hermeticisim, though some statements are at least partially useful (I’m thinking of paradox and of Christ being both man and God, and of light being a particle and a wave). The point here is an examination of the methods of control and of our own acceptance and of co-option by them… unless of course you agree with Paul in that women ought not be allowed to speak in the congregation? And If that is the case, more the shame upon you Pharisee, not entering nor allowing others to enter. A white washed tomb. I would beg you to allow those who don’t measure up to your exacting standards of holiness the opportunity to examine the issue and come to their own conclusions. Is the earth flat? It almost doesn’t matter, at the very least it matters more that what people believe to be true and false are determined by themselves, only then is it possible to learn.
Justin, you might enjoy this: https://ksradcliffe.substack.com/p/women-in-the-body-of-christ/comments
The first three sentences are from my Breaking the Spell of the Warlocks: The 11.11.18 Decode & the Counterinsurgency Operation.
Hope you enjoyed it.
The rest of your comment is an amalgam of strawmanning and a helpless attempt to formulate an argument of some kind.
We don't need Hermeticism to consider or apply paradoxes.
How is introducing a thoroughly poisonous pseudo-philosophy helping to "[examine] the methods of control and of our own acceptance and of co-option by them"?
I did! I thoroughly enjoyed it, in fact that article, which convinced me of your sincerity, is why I responded.
Hermeticism is not being introduced here, it’s alive and well and known of by many who wander off the sanctioned paths of Christianity (and many of these do not consider it poison). And that’s important because Christianity (or it’s translation, interpretation, or application) IS a tool of control and division. This is something that the left is correct on and has effectively, perhaps permanently, used to divide our world, the beauty and truth of this faith not withstanding. Without meaningful examination and conversation over truths found outside of The Faith, Christianity (and not only Christianity but Islam, Buddhism, Judaism, Science etc) will remain an effective tool of control and its promise WILL be lost. It will remain this tool because it, and its leaders, must not be questioned. Freedom and respect must belong to all faiths or it will belong to none. (theft, rape, murder, pedophilia and the like are violations of persons and property, not freedoms. We have laws against them that apply irrespective of religious affiliation)
I think if you look you will find many Patriots who share your zeal for freedom but not your particular religious convictions, and maybe leading off with attacks on character (or shoot, using them at all) is not our best way towards victory.
Perhaps though you are correct, anything outside of your way of apprehending this world is poisonous. But unless you want to live in a world run by a minority elite (who also believe they’re the only special ones by the way) lording over an enslaved majority you must allow for the conversation, and not begrudgingly with insults and spiritual fear mongering.
You are confused. I have NEVER made a religious argument against Hermeticism. You would know that if you read my comment. You are also, once again, engaging in strawmanning.
Rather, I have rather made a logical argument against Hermeticism; very briefly here and more at length elsewhere.
And Hermeticism cannot stand up to reason. Frankly it's incoherent nonsense. And that isn't an opinion. Hermeticism is demonstrably nonsense.
And yes, Hermeticism (not in name but as a vague ideology) is very much in vogue now.
For example, the "polarity" nonsense is quite prominent now in the common/popular mind. And in "culture" (see Star Wars.)
But it's metaphysically false: light and dark (and God and Satan, and good and evil, and so on) aren't opposites. They don't exist in the same way ontologically speaking; and do not exist in some oppositional dynamic, as if they were opposing forces.
Positing them as so is not only a violation of metaphysical reason, it has far-reaching consequences for the intellect, the person and the social order. The implication are as profound as they are catastrophic. But not 1 in a million can see the errors.
And if you think that reason is just some optional way of viewing the world, then you are refuting yourself, and unwittingly so. Because you are using reason to say that reason isn't apprehensive of reality.
And if you don't care that you are abrogating first principles of reason, then you are simply okay with incoherent babbling.
There's an ancient and very Aristotelian principle of debate: "Cum negante principia nequit disputari."
Thanks for sharing this. I studied these disciplines for a number of years during the 60s and 70s and have several volumes on these teachings. I am very happy that some people are reawakening to the teachings of the wise pagan practitioners. I studied comparative religions and beliefs. Enlightenment is all. All is not lost.
David...perhaps prayer and mediation while applying the principles towards your inner struggles. Parables & allegories, through our Biblical teachings, reveal higher awareness. Christ is King. Do your best.
Nicely and concisely written, Ryan. Bravo!
Brilliant, Ryan. So beautifully balanced, so thorough and yet so openended. Thank you for this summary of what must represent years of work. Deep gratitude.
What an excellent assessment of this philosophy! I'm not sure how controversial this might really be if we had all of the truths of our history to evaluate. Until that day, however, I agree with you regarding knowledge, even if it in part or in total isn't commensurate with current beliefs. We can't think critically without gaining knowledge. Interesting, isn't it, that what has been created for good will always be usurped to be used against the original purpose? For evil purposes?
Thank you for another excellent post!!
Excellent Piece Ryan !
Very Interesting & Well-Flowed-Told.
Now I feel like I'm supposed to write a book report !
Thank You Professor.
Extremely valuable, thank you so much for this information!
And a prayer for brainwashed people who think that God is small enough to be contained in any one religion.
It's incredible that people can subscribe to religions which describe God as Omnipresent (which virtually all religions do), yet think "Yeah, but he's not present in ways/places/situatons *I* am not comfortable with!"
Excellent read! Etymology in Greek language it’s called Ετυμολογία. I find this very fascinating thank you for sharing.
Find truth where it can be found.
I read the first book that was linked, just to get an idea of what he was talking about. This was all very new to me.
I found this:
The Divine Pymander of Hermes Mercurius Trismegistus
In 17 Books
Book One
10. ...and that which is Good, desireth to be set at Liberty; but the things that are Evil, love Bondage and Slavery.
To assume that we, in modernity, with our ancient Judeo-Christian texts, are the only humans to have discovered that the above is true seems a bit arrogant.
Am I promoting this book as “the word of God” or some wonderfully insightful and spiritually uplifting tome? No. Not even close.
But if you find truth, celebrate it. No matter where you happen to find it.
Know thyself and seek self improvement - USMC
You’re welcome for your freedom 🇺🇸
Unfortunately if you all put as much effort into learning who God is as taught to us through Judaism and Christianity the world would be a better place indeed. Instead you use your words to bring out your egotism and think we really care about your esoteric knowledge. If indeed you were good or holy people your discussion would be about the wonderful qualities of God and His teaching through various cultures. If you are all so interested in what you say you are then why not accept others who don’t acknowledge your interests? Of course not, its the very idea that some of the commentators here think that truth does not exist ‘and yet you’re argument is trying to teach a dead and quite honestly very simple concepts. It can’t hold a candle to the esoteric knowledge of Judaism. Instead you spend time on unimportant matters.
The author of this article is also out of touch with the world because at time of great mourning over deaths and suffering that is being caused by people with their own dark agenda you are creating a narrative that no one really knows and cares about. Why is that? It’s because you’re all as irrelevant as your esoteric diatribe.
Hello Cat !
Regarding the very last part of your statement :
"The author of this article is also out of touch with the world because at time of great mourning over deaths and suffering that is being caused by people with their own dark agenda you are creating a narrative that no one really knows and cares about. Why is that? It’s because you’re all as irrelevant as your esoteric diatribe."
Ryan, the author, can explain the term and its philosophical notions without agreeing nor believing in them in anyway.
It was very difficult for me to understand all the concept explained in English and as I profoundly disagree with it regarding my own Jewish and Christian values and beliefs.
But I thank Ryan for having explain it to us !
Pseudo-philosophical, risible, self-refuting nonsense that doesn't even pass the giggle test.
"All truths, are but half-truths"
If true, than that would also apply to THAT^ truth. Which makes it incoherent nonsense.
I could do the same with most of those Seven Hermetic "principles" (heavy quotation marks.)
I have become increasingly wary of Badlands Media; and am increasingly of the opinion that they are Freemason interlopers.
We're not espousing Hermeticism. It's important to know what exists in the world, especially when some of the most influential clandestine factions believe these things.
It's even more important to refute what is demonstrably erroneous. Simply putting stuff like this out there just as "food for thought" --when it's actually poison -- seems more than a bit odd to me.
Consider with me that without total knowledge (we cannot achieve personally), we can never grasp the complete truth of any topic. Hence the reference to the 'half-truth' and maybe this same premise might apply to the other statements?
The first principle of reason - that is to say, Aristotle's principle of non-contradiction - isn't relative; it's absolute. There is no possible universe in which it can be violated, either metaphysically or logically. That is to say, it's what is called a necessary truth.
When you attempt abrogate such a truth -- as most of those "principles" do, and which you can only do verbally not actually --- they aren't just in some sort of common error; they refute themselves into incoherence. In other words, they are in unique category that is void of meaning.
If you want or need a common example: one might be -> "everything I write is false." This isn't a paradox. It's a self-refuting contradiction. It is incoherent and devoid of any actual meaning.
Hermeticism is mostly built upon such nonsense; and indeed is a kind of poison for the mind.
For example, the "polarity" nonsense is much in vogue now in the common mind.
But it's metaphysically false: light and dark (and God and Satan, and good and evil, and so on) aren't opposites. They don't exist in the same way ontologically speaking; and do not exist in some oppositional dynamic, as if they were opposing forces.
Positing them as so is not only a violation of metaphysical reason, it has far-reaching consequences for the intellect, the person and the social order.
Very interesting. I think I just sat through a college lecture. I didn’t have a strong opinion one way or the other, but you’ve definitely given me much to ponder. Thanks.
Just wondering if you are aware of "Compendium of The Emerald Tablets" as put out by Billy Carson of 4biddenknowledge?! It makes the most sense to me as to The Bigger Picture of The Universes. All arises from a 'thought'!!
It’s BC and AD. You lost me right there.
Exactly. We cannot help but give ourselves away with every syllable.