ZT Tosha
ZT Tosha is a contemporary artist, renowned for his avant-garde style and revolutionary theories on human behavior and the environment. His subversion of classical art forms has earned him international acclaim, with his seminal work, Subversion, challenging traditional notions of human nature. As he succinctly puts it, "We behave based on the situation at the time rather than by traits." Tosha's mastery of visual tension speaks to the complexity of the human condition. cementing his status as a visionary artist.
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"A theory of reality based on imagination is the basis of art. The value of art would be diminished if we ignored our role in the creation of our own reality. The evidence we believe to be true may also be distorted by our senses and conscious awareness. While consciousness cannot exist without flowing time, there is growing evidence that flowing time cannot exist without consciousness hosting it. A work of art is created on the assumption that art exists, according to ZT Tosha."
At Yale Observatory, Bethany CT, USA, ZT Tosha is exhibiting his video art installation, "Difference is Repetition". "Circularity is the repetition of predetermined images, which are thoughts themselves. Repetition makes it impossible for one to see the beginning of thought, but it is repetition, not thought, that is the true beginning" - ZT Tosha
Papers by ZT Tosha
The Art and Philosophy of Perception: Empirical Observation, Information Conservation, and Consciousness explores the intricate relationship between perception, art, and philosophy through a multidisciplinary lens. This book delves into the role of empirical observation and the fluidity of behavior as foundational elements in both artistic creation and philosophical inquiry. It examines how these concepts shape our understanding of reality and influence our interpretation of art.
The book starts with a discussion on the vital role of empirical observation in capturing the essence of human experience and how it impacts behavior in artistic and philosophical contexts. It then highlights the influence of African art on Picasso's work, illustrating the significance of empirical observation in the acquisition of knowledge and artistic innovation.
A key focus of the book is the principle of information conservation, which underscores the importance of preserving and interpreting information across different mediums and contexts. This leads into a broader discussion on the relationship between perception, time, information, and symbolism in shaping our understanding of reality.
Further, the book explores speculative thought as a means of accessing and analyzing human consciousness, and concludes with an examination of the Axial Age—a period of profound transformation in religion, philosophy, and cultural exchange. By weaving together these themes, the book offers a comprehensive analysis of how perception and information shape both artistic expression and philosophical thought, providing valuable insights into the nature of consciousness and reality.
The Dynamics of Expansion of Early Mesopotamian Civilization
Guillermo Algaze
Archaeologists have become increasingly critical of neo-evolutionary formulations for the development of complex society that stress internal . . . factors to the exclusion or near exclusion of interaction and exchange among disparate societies at different levels of cultural development. . . . The basic fact remains that the . . . cultural evolution of any society is dependent upon relations with other societies; that cultures are open, not closed, systems; and that studies . . . that fail to consider broader patterns of interaction are necessarily incomplete and partial. —P. L. Kohl, "The Use and Abuse of
World Systems Theory”
Written by ZT Tosha, Narration by Forth Initiate
Link to Audio Monodrama:
https://youtu.be/RmLpN_Q3fB8
"In the introspective realm of 'Socratic Epistles: Harmony of the Alchemist's Soul,' the narrative unfolds as a journey that seeks to redefine the past within the context of the present. This solo performance, or monodrama, serves as an invitation to contemplate the intricate interplay between time, self-reflection, and the natural evolution of one's inner self.
The experience offers a distinctive viewpoint on the alchemy of the soul, guiding the audience through a thoughtful exploration of self-discovery and personal transformation. As the story progresses, it delves into the nuanced connections between past experiences and their reinterpretation in the current moment. This contemplative journey encourages the audience to reflect on the layers of their own lives, considering how time shapes perceptions and influences the ongoing development of their inner being.
The performance is not merely a chronological narrative but a philosophical and introspective exploration, where the alchemist's soul becomes a metaphor for the transformative journey each person undergoes. By engaging with the narrative, the audience is prompted to reconsider their own life experiences, fostering a deeper understanding of the intricate relationship between the past, present, and the ongoing alchemy of personal growth.
TRANSLATED FROAL THE ARABIC by DR. EVERARD.[1650.]
“ Credo viei'curium Trismegishian Sapientem Egyptium
Floridsseante Pharao7iem!'—suidas.
Books by ZT Tosha
TRISMEGISTUS Hermeticism from Ancient
ot Modern Times
FLORIAN EBELING
Foreword by Jan Assmann
TRANSLATED FROM THE GERMAN BY DAVID LORTON
Originally published as Das Geheimnis des Hermes Trismegistes by Florian Ebeling ® Verlag C.H. Beck oHG, München 2005.
KljLN LONDON MADRID NEW VORK PARIS TOI(YO
Illustrations: Cover: Miniature painting by
Jehan Pemal, 1516 (p. 504); Back Cover:
Donum Dei, 17th century (p. 443); p. 2,
from: William Blake: Jerusalem,
1804-1820; p. 6, from: Michael Maier;
Viatorium, Oppenheim, 1618; p. 34, 122,
612, from: J. Typotius: Symbola
divina et humana, Prague, 1601-1603;
p. 532, from: Basilius Valentius:
Chymische Schriften, Leipzig, 1769
© 2001 TASCHEN GmbH,
Hohenzollernring 53, D-50672 Koln
www_taschen_com
© 1996 VG Bild-Kunst, Bonn, for the
illustrations of Joseph Beuys, Marcel
Duchamp and Yves Klein
Cover design: Angelika Taschen, Cologne;
Mark Thomson, London
English translation: Shaun Whiteside, London
"A theory of reality based on imagination is the basis of art. The value of art would be diminished if we ignored our role in the creation of our own reality. The evidence we believe to be true may also be distorted by our senses and conscious awareness. While consciousness cannot exist without flowing time, there is growing evidence that flowing time cannot exist without consciousness hosting it. A work of art is created on the assumption that art exists, according to ZT Tosha."
At Yale Observatory, Bethany CT, USA, ZT Tosha is exhibiting his video art installation, "Difference is Repetition". "Circularity is the repetition of predetermined images, which are thoughts themselves. Repetition makes it impossible for one to see the beginning of thought, but it is repetition, not thought, that is the true beginning" - ZT Tosha
The Art and Philosophy of Perception: Empirical Observation, Information Conservation, and Consciousness explores the intricate relationship between perception, art, and philosophy through a multidisciplinary lens. This book delves into the role of empirical observation and the fluidity of behavior as foundational elements in both artistic creation and philosophical inquiry. It examines how these concepts shape our understanding of reality and influence our interpretation of art.
The book starts with a discussion on the vital role of empirical observation in capturing the essence of human experience and how it impacts behavior in artistic and philosophical contexts. It then highlights the influence of African art on Picasso's work, illustrating the significance of empirical observation in the acquisition of knowledge and artistic innovation.
A key focus of the book is the principle of information conservation, which underscores the importance of preserving and interpreting information across different mediums and contexts. This leads into a broader discussion on the relationship between perception, time, information, and symbolism in shaping our understanding of reality.
Further, the book explores speculative thought as a means of accessing and analyzing human consciousness, and concludes with an examination of the Axial Age—a period of profound transformation in religion, philosophy, and cultural exchange. By weaving together these themes, the book offers a comprehensive analysis of how perception and information shape both artistic expression and philosophical thought, providing valuable insights into the nature of consciousness and reality.
The Dynamics of Expansion of Early Mesopotamian Civilization
Guillermo Algaze
Archaeologists have become increasingly critical of neo-evolutionary formulations for the development of complex society that stress internal . . . factors to the exclusion or near exclusion of interaction and exchange among disparate societies at different levels of cultural development. . . . The basic fact remains that the . . . cultural evolution of any society is dependent upon relations with other societies; that cultures are open, not closed, systems; and that studies . . . that fail to consider broader patterns of interaction are necessarily incomplete and partial. —P. L. Kohl, "The Use and Abuse of
World Systems Theory”
Written by ZT Tosha, Narration by Forth Initiate
Link to Audio Monodrama:
https://youtu.be/RmLpN_Q3fB8
"In the introspective realm of 'Socratic Epistles: Harmony of the Alchemist's Soul,' the narrative unfolds as a journey that seeks to redefine the past within the context of the present. This solo performance, or monodrama, serves as an invitation to contemplate the intricate interplay between time, self-reflection, and the natural evolution of one's inner self.
The experience offers a distinctive viewpoint on the alchemy of the soul, guiding the audience through a thoughtful exploration of self-discovery and personal transformation. As the story progresses, it delves into the nuanced connections between past experiences and their reinterpretation in the current moment. This contemplative journey encourages the audience to reflect on the layers of their own lives, considering how time shapes perceptions and influences the ongoing development of their inner being.
The performance is not merely a chronological narrative but a philosophical and introspective exploration, where the alchemist's soul becomes a metaphor for the transformative journey each person undergoes. By engaging with the narrative, the audience is prompted to reconsider their own life experiences, fostering a deeper understanding of the intricate relationship between the past, present, and the ongoing alchemy of personal growth.
TRANSLATED FROAL THE ARABIC by DR. EVERARD.[1650.]
“ Credo viei'curium Trismegishian Sapientem Egyptium
Floridsseante Pharao7iem!'—suidas.
TRISMEGISTUS Hermeticism from Ancient
ot Modern Times
FLORIAN EBELING
Foreword by Jan Assmann
TRANSLATED FROM THE GERMAN BY DAVID LORTON
Originally published as Das Geheimnis des Hermes Trismegistes by Florian Ebeling ® Verlag C.H. Beck oHG, München 2005.
KljLN LONDON MADRID NEW VORK PARIS TOI(YO
Illustrations: Cover: Miniature painting by
Jehan Pemal, 1516 (p. 504); Back Cover:
Donum Dei, 17th century (p. 443); p. 2,
from: William Blake: Jerusalem,
1804-1820; p. 6, from: Michael Maier;
Viatorium, Oppenheim, 1618; p. 34, 122,
612, from: J. Typotius: Symbola
divina et humana, Prague, 1601-1603;
p. 532, from: Basilius Valentius:
Chymische Schriften, Leipzig, 1769
© 2001 TASCHEN GmbH,
Hohenzollernring 53, D-50672 Koln
www_taschen_com
© 1996 VG Bild-Kunst, Bonn, for the
illustrations of Joseph Beuys, Marcel
Duchamp and Yves Klein
Cover design: Angelika Taschen, Cologne;
Mark Thomson, London
English translation: Shaun Whiteside, London
Seventh Edition
The Philosophical Research Society, INC Loas Angeles, California
Copyright 1936
TEACHINGS
OF ALL AGES
AN ENCYCLOPEDIC OUTLINE OF MASONIC,
HERMETIC, QABBALISTIC AND ROSICRUCIAN
SYMBOLICAL PHILOSOPHY
Being an Interpretation of the Secret Teachings concealed within the
Rituals, Allegories, and Mysteries of all Ages
By
Manly P. Hall
Fielding Reid and Doris Fielding Reid Cover design by HEADCASE DESIGN
Illustrations by JIM TIERNEY
Cover copyright © 2017 by Hachette Book Group, Inc
De auteur beschrijft op meeslepende wijze de dagelijkse strijd en het schijnbaar eindeloze karakter ervan. Toch wordt er een belangrijk keerpunt bereikt wanneer de protagonist begint in te zien dat het leven niet draait om het vinden van een extern doel, maar om het vormgeven van betekenis in elke stap van de reis.
De beschrijving van de natuurlijke elementen, zoals de zee en de rots, draagt bij aan de symboliek van het verhaal en geeft het een poëtisch tintje. De tekst benadrukt het idee dat het leven vol zit met mysterie en uitdagingen, en dat het aan ons is om die te omarmen en te verkennen.
De overgang van het zien van de rots als een obstakel naar een symbool van veerkracht en overwinning is krachtig en inspirerend. Het verhaal moedigt de lezer aan om vastberadenheid en passie na te streven in het streven naar grootsheid en betekenis.
Al met al is deze tekst een diepgaande reflectie op de menselijke geest en de zoektocht naar betekenis in een schijnbaar eindeloze reis. Het is prachtig geschreven en biedt een bron van inspiratie voor iedereen die op zoek is naar doel en doorzettingsvermogen in het leven.