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To: alt.magick.tyagi,alt.magick,alt.pagan.magick,alt.consciousness.mysticism,talk.religion.misc,talk.religion.newage From: tyagi@houseofkaos.abyss.com (nagasiva) Subject: Wizardry Date: 16 Jun 1998 13:03:27 -0700 [in response to a request to be instructed] 0/Question . the basis of liberation is in gleaning the method of Question. the Question illuminates shadowy reaches we would never explore and endarkens the byways which have become mere habit. this may start as an intellectual adventure but may be extended to any region of living experience. engaging instruction, it is helpful to know the fundamental issues resolved within a knowledge system before even tentatively accepting any as preferential or most fitting. the master sees the truth and falsity of all such inadequate yet beautiful shells. 1/Analysis (Inquire) - RE 'knowing, firsthand, the inner reality of the Universe' what separates its interior status from the 'outer reality'? is the Universe all that is, or is there something more? when a thing is 'real' in an inner sense, what does this mean? what type of 'knowledge' does an inner reality allow? what distinguishes firsthand from secondhand knowledge? how can such knowledge be obtained in the most expedient fashion? 2/Synthesis (Coagulate) + the firsthand knowledge of an inner reality is best pursued with the common maxim of the mage in mind: MAGICIAN KNOW THYSELF 3/Hypothesis (Learn) /_\ begin with a mirror. focus externally in reflection of that which we learn we are. examine the truth of this and its falsity. compare the data available in such an external orientation with that available when focussing inward. compare these with the data obtained regarding identity. remember this process. 4/Elaboration [] all further instruction is an appendant to the first three principles of Learning (Analysis, Synthesis, Hypothesis), and may be assisted by sources textual (esp. with indices) and human (reliability and trustworthiness crucial factors). concretation of knowledge at first serves to support, later becoming a hindrance. use it as needed and discover means of dissembling certainty upon discovery that models no longer serve any goals that are accepted. 5/Postscript @ instruction is a curse and blessing. acceptance of expression in a didactic relationship may coalesce in a manner that serves to either bolster or deteriorate orientation and independence. "You teach best what you most need to learn." -- RBach, _Illusions_ ============================================================= [in response to request for elaboration on the original instruction] # 0/Question . RE the Method of Question: I see her in a year or even six months from now -- no longer wobbling on her high heels, the lies she has been encouraged to tell about herself now carefully trimmed and fashioned to last a lifetime. She will become "interesting," that is, a good liar. She will begin to "find her identity," that formation which captures all her own psychic energy and which draws all of the attention of those who meet her. Now, I can still see the light of a person behind her face and I know she vaguely senses this perception of her makes us both uncomfortable. This discomfort is the last, natural call in man of the Question "Who am I?" just before it becomes completely covered over by the Problem of "establishing one's identity." ------------------------------------------------ _The Heart of Philosophy_, by Jacob Needleman, Bantam Books, 1982; p. 94. ________________________________________________ Philosophy... involves both the analysis of meanings and the search for generic truths.... Philosophy is an effort to give unity to human arts and sciences by a critical examination of the grounds of our meanings, values, and beliefs. ------------------------------------------------- _The Enduring Questions_, ed. Melvin Rader, Introduction, Holt, Rinehart and Winston, Inc., 1980; pp. 3, 5. _________________________________________________ also cf. _Illusions_ by RBach and _Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance_, by RPirsig. # 1/Analysis - RE the difference between an 'inner' and an 'outer' reality: feel inside, look at the mirror. consider the difference. tyagi@houseofkaos.abyss.com -- tyagi@houseofkaos.abyss.com (emailed replies may be posted); 408/2-666-SLUG cc me replies; http://www.abyss.com/tokus; http://www.hollyfeld.org/~tyagi
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