Isaac:
Probational Associate Assistant to Apprentice Denver
March 20, 2017
G.D.O'Bradovich III
I need to know.
Marc Anthony
Marc Anthony
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Isaac Newton’s profound curiosity may have its origin in his upbringing, the rare gift from nature, or astrology. Alternately, the origin of his curiosity, and by extension, the curious nature of certain individuals, may be a trait or characteristic that is not found on our list, although not unknown to us.
We were not eager to engage in various athletic activities as a youth, nor did we enjoy being observers of sports during these formative years, so called. Without knowing at least some aspects of the history of these sports, enjoyment would be impossible. In our historical research of sports, emphasis was never placed on the players, but on the universities, the coaches, and the rivalries. The reason for this discrimination is due to the fact that playing careers are short lived. In order for us to understand, or appreciate, a field of learning, we must know various aspects of the history, and the manner it reached the present, and how it was understood in former times.
Of course, our knowledge of facts may remain limited or become extensive, depending upon several factors, such criteria are subjective, but we must know pertinent facts to place newly acquired information in the proper historical context; otherwise, it remains idle learning and ultimately meaningless, as we will be unable either to recall it or apply it.
Philosophers, as the lovers of wisdom, originally sought answers from all spheres of inquiry, whether natural, human, or divine, and always to varying degrees of success- Price and Participation will Vary.
From the seventeenth century, astronomy began to be regarded as being distinct from, and superior to, astrology. In the early nineteenth century, scientists began to be regarded as separate from philosophy, and the term “Occultist”, in the modern sense, was recorded still later. The multiplication of various titles related to the sciences further narrowed the fields of study that was formerly understood as philosophy. Therefore, we may correctly state that Newton was properly understood as a philosopher by his contemporaries. Newton was driven to search the unknown, that is, what is hidden or occult, to realize answers to specific questions and reach demonstrable conclusions, not as a scientist, but as an Occultist. Today, Newton is most often described as a natural scientist and rarely acknowledged as an Occultist, great or otherwise.
On a personal note, Yours Truly derives some amusement from the infrequent, but always uncomfortable, acknowledgements from modern commentators that Newton “dabbled” in astrology, chronology, alchemy, the Occult, most notably, the nature and design of Solomon’s temple. Our amusement has its origins in our knowledge of facts pertaining both to philology and to history. The choice of verbs assigned to Newton's work, such as dabble and speculate, imply both the part-time aspect, and unsavory and unscientific character, of his work. Nowadays, these topics are understood as unbecoming for a scientist and undignified for legitimate scientific inquiry.
The Gentle Reader may be excused if he cannot reconcile the implicit contradiction that one of humanity’s greatest minds was inexplicably unaware that it frequently engaged in worthless research.
The Gentle Researcher may consider, and correctly conclude, that Newton, as contrasted to modern opinions, did not value his various efforts in multiple fields as pointless.
As a seeker of wisdom, not only of knowledge or facts, all avenues of inquiry must be relentlessly pursued and arduously studied. The philosopher of old, generally, and Newton, specifically, was a Homo Universalis; a Jack of all Trades.
In conclusion to this part, if Newton were a contemporary personality, then Yours Truly would elevate Isaac to the probationary position of Associate Assistant to Apprentice Denver. The irony of promoting a Great Occultist to a probationary position that is inferior both to Apprentice Denver and to Assistant Joe will not be lost on the Gentle Researcher.
Specialization in the sciences is one of the problematic issues of the modern age. While we concede that specializing in the electro mechanics of the human heart is potentiality valuable, we question if the hamlet of Terre Haute has a verifiable medical need for such a practitioner.
In our specialized age, “discoveries” in astronomy can only be fully appreciated by other astronomers, as other scientists have little competency outside their chosen fields, and lay people, or non scientists, have no competency in these matters and are unable to apply, or integrate, this specialized information into their lives or worldview.
In conclusion to this part, the esoteric nature of interpreting astrological charts is only different from modern scientific discoveries by degree, not by kind, when either are presented to the general public for consideration. Although the scientific community may not seriously entertain the idea that the public understands astrology and the discoveries of modern science in the same light, the Gentle Reader may realize the validity of our assertion.
In conclusion, we are unable to determine if the origin of Newton’s never ending curiosity, and by implication, his study of the Occult, is due to his upbringing, the randomness of Nature, or his birth on the fourth of January, that is, in the middle of Capricorn.
As always, the Gentle Reader will reach his own conclusions regarding the appropriateness of elevating deceased Great Occultists to the newly created position of Associate Assistant Apprentice.
The Gentle Researcher will reach his own conclusion regarding the wisdom of subordinating an individual well known for making an unwarranted assumption with Apprentice Denver, who is eager to accept that assumption.
We were not eager to engage in various athletic activities as a youth, nor did we enjoy being observers of sports during these formative years, so called. Without knowing at least some aspects of the history of these sports, enjoyment would be impossible. In our historical research of sports, emphasis was never placed on the players, but on the universities, the coaches, and the rivalries. The reason for this discrimination is due to the fact that playing careers are short lived. In order for us to understand, or appreciate, a field of learning, we must know various aspects of the history, and the manner it reached the present, and how it was understood in former times.
Of course, our knowledge of facts may remain limited or become extensive, depending upon several factors, such criteria are subjective, but we must know pertinent facts to place newly acquired information in the proper historical context; otherwise, it remains idle learning and ultimately meaningless, as we will be unable either to recall it or apply it.
Philosophers, as the lovers of wisdom, originally sought answers from all spheres of inquiry, whether natural, human, or divine, and always to varying degrees of success- Price and Participation will Vary.
From the seventeenth century, astronomy began to be regarded as being distinct from, and superior to, astrology. In the early nineteenth century, scientists began to be regarded as separate from philosophy, and the term “Occultist”, in the modern sense, was recorded still later. The multiplication of various titles related to the sciences further narrowed the fields of study that was formerly understood as philosophy. Therefore, we may correctly state that Newton was properly understood as a philosopher by his contemporaries. Newton was driven to search the unknown, that is, what is hidden or occult, to realize answers to specific questions and reach demonstrable conclusions, not as a scientist, but as an Occultist. Today, Newton is most often described as a natural scientist and rarely acknowledged as an Occultist, great or otherwise.
On a personal note, Yours Truly derives some amusement from the infrequent, but always uncomfortable, acknowledgements from modern commentators that Newton “dabbled” in astrology, chronology, alchemy, the Occult, most notably, the nature and design of Solomon’s temple. Our amusement has its origins in our knowledge of facts pertaining both to philology and to history. The choice of verbs assigned to Newton's work, such as dabble and speculate, imply both the part-time aspect, and unsavory and unscientific character, of his work. Nowadays, these topics are understood as unbecoming for a scientist and undignified for legitimate scientific inquiry.
The Gentle Reader may be excused if he cannot reconcile the implicit contradiction that one of humanity’s greatest minds was inexplicably unaware that it frequently engaged in worthless research.
The Gentle Researcher may consider, and correctly conclude, that Newton, as contrasted to modern opinions, did not value his various efforts in multiple fields as pointless.
As a seeker of wisdom, not only of knowledge or facts, all avenues of inquiry must be relentlessly pursued and arduously studied. The philosopher of old, generally, and Newton, specifically, was a Homo Universalis; a Jack of all Trades.
In conclusion to this part, if Newton were a contemporary personality, then Yours Truly would elevate Isaac to the probationary position of Associate Assistant to Apprentice Denver. The irony of promoting a Great Occultist to a probationary position that is inferior both to Apprentice Denver and to Assistant Joe will not be lost on the Gentle Researcher.
Specialization in the sciences is one of the problematic issues of the modern age. While we concede that specializing in the electro mechanics of the human heart is potentiality valuable, we question if the hamlet of Terre Haute has a verifiable medical need for such a practitioner.
In our specialized age, “discoveries” in astronomy can only be fully appreciated by other astronomers, as other scientists have little competency outside their chosen fields, and lay people, or non scientists, have no competency in these matters and are unable to apply, or integrate, this specialized information into their lives or worldview.
In conclusion to this part, the esoteric nature of interpreting astrological charts is only different from modern scientific discoveries by degree, not by kind, when either are presented to the general public for consideration. Although the scientific community may not seriously entertain the idea that the public understands astrology and the discoveries of modern science in the same light, the Gentle Reader may realize the validity of our assertion.
In conclusion, we are unable to determine if the origin of Newton’s never ending curiosity, and by implication, his study of the Occult, is due to his upbringing, the randomness of Nature, or his birth on the fourth of January, that is, in the middle of Capricorn.
As always, the Gentle Reader will reach his own conclusions regarding the appropriateness of elevating deceased Great Occultists to the newly created position of Associate Assistant Apprentice.
The Gentle Researcher will reach his own conclusion regarding the wisdom of subordinating an individual well known for making an unwarranted assumption with Apprentice Denver, who is eager to accept that assumption.
Aphorism
Bargaining with imaginary friends and debating with the super ego are pointless,
as both, presumably, have the same origin.
Bargaining with imaginary friends and debating with the super ego are pointless,
as both, presumably, have the same origin.