Thomas Colquith - Hermetic Philosophy: Origins, Derivatives, and Impact

Hermetic Philosophy

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We Grow in Groves: A Collection of Poetry

Let Our Memories Escape: Poems to Remember

Hermetic Philosophy

Origins, Derivatives, and Impact

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Thomas Colquith

Independently published by Thomas Colquith

Hermetic Philosophy: Origins, Derivatives, and Impact by Thomas Colquith.

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Printed in the United States of America in 2020.

CONTENTS

Section I. - Preparation

Section II. - Analysis

Section III. - Synthesis

Section IV. - Application

Preface

This book started as basic research into paranormal phenomena such as UFOs, Bigfoot, and Mothman. I did not know what these phenomena were exactly, but I believed that they had some basis in reality. Even as a youth, I always wondered about the veracity of myths such as of dragons. Go to an art museum and you will probably see some old paintings with dragons in them. I wondered: how can such a pervasive myth have no historicity? I dont believe that entirely fictional characters would carry any salience or relevance to our ancestors; therefore, I suspected that indeed there must be an actual root to these stories. Furthermore, it must be asked: can we as humans actually create or imagine something entirely new? Or can we just rearrange, hybridize, and recombine preexisting cosmic elements? For example, the mythical unicorn contains no truly novel components.

In addition to the paranormal, I also studied psychology, economics, politics, religion and history. Significantly, throughout these diverse subjects, I noticed recurring themes, symbols, and myths across time and culture. I later understood that everything could be grouped under the term Hermetic Philosophy . This book attempts to describe in real terms just what Hermetic Philosophy is and what the drivers behind it are. Specifically, Hermetic refers to Hermes Trismegistus and the philosophy that he espoused, which is also the basis for many subsequent occult derivatives. But, in a broad sense, Hermetic Philosophy encompasses any doctrine that is esoteric, hidden, and abstruse. It is difficult to summate the following research into a single term but Hermetic Philosophy seemed as fair as any. Above all this work seeks to provide context for who we are as humans: where we came from, where we are going, and why society is arranged how it is. By studying, analyzing, and synthesizing various myths, parables, and symbols a tenable and tentative exegesis is offered, which is of course only a starting point, a humble attempt to unravel lifes mysteries.

As stated, this research covered a broad spectrum of subjects, which caused difficulty in determining which material was relevant enough for inclusion, and which material would distract from the central theme. However, with time, this work took shape and became less nebulous, although remains unavoidably recondite. Some of the research and writing for this work actually began as far back as the year 2004, however much of the manuscript was written in 2012. The research was difficult to organize and collate in a cogent and lucid way, causing delays and much deliberating, but after many years respite, this work is now edited, updated, expounded, and assembled in a coherent and cohesive manner that will hopefully inform, invigorate, and resonate with the reader.

As an aside, personally I have been battling Huntingtons disease for about as long as Ive been working on this book, thus the two have become inextricably linked. Perhaps, my own personal sense of doom has jaded my outlook, causing it to be more dire than most; though on the other hand, perhaps someone whose time is short and has little attachment here is better suited to offer an honest assessment of our world and time. I simply seek to write honestly, share my thoughts, and champion the Good .

It should be noted that all Biblical scriptures, unless otherwise stated, are taken from the King James Version of 1611. Although some of the newer translations are easier to read, this author feels that the King James Version (hereafter: KJV) is a faithful representation of the true original meaning and intent of the scriptures. When another translation is quoted, this author will use the World English Bible (WEB) which like the KJV is not copyrighted, thus can be reproduced as needed.

This author attempts to remain objective in analysis and allow the reader to draw their own conclusions; however, it should be noted that the author is a Christian and the end synthesis will be approached from this viewpoint. The reader is welcome to agree wholly, partly, or not at all with my synthesis, but the prior analysis provided in this book is of independent worth and use. In the end, this book invites the reader to evaluate the data and to draw their own conclusions. Surely, as we humans grow and age and have so little time to play on this earth, the timeless and transcendental themes and questions touched on in these pages will remain, for all generations to follow, at least until the end of the age.

Thomas Colquith

Pennsylvania, USA

October, 2020