Gestures of Synthesis: Volume 1 - Form(s) (Cultivation in the New Age of Aquarius) Hardcover – February 21, 2024

The Gestures of Synthesis series, comprising several volumes, delves into a specific aspect of the Yijing, or Book of Changes. This series uniquely illustrates the sacred geometry of the hexagram, guiding the modern seeker on a direct path into the abstract World of Ideas through personal effort and merit. Each image in the series is a mathematical derivative of the historical 1D hexagram, expanded into an original 6D equivalent. These images, along with their related calligraphy, are designed to activate inner potentials and resolve any attachments at the lower mind's level within the viewer’s subjective environment.The first volume, titled Form(s), further develops the abstract concepts of chakras, energy centers, and forces, offering a coherent means for the modern seeker to grasp these ideas consciously and measure their implications. The environment of this volume is intentionally spacious, encouraging exploration and personal discovery.The Yijing, traditionally seen as a tool for divination through its 64 hexagrams, is far more than a mystical guide. It is a sophisticated system explaining cosmological and energetic relationships through mathematical principles. Each hexagram can be seen as a symbol representing abstract cosmological energy and force, linked to the mathematical patterns of 3x3 magic squares, where each row, column, and diagonal sums to 15. These squares are the foundation of the Yijing’s primary hexagrams, with the 8 core magic squares corresponding to the 8 primary hexagrams. These foundational hexagrams reveal how energy flows and balances within the universe and the human body.In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Yijing’s hexagrams and magic squares model energy flow, aiding in the understanding and correction of imbalances, thus promoting health. Beyond the individual, the Yijing’s hexagrams reflect broader cosmic patterns through their connection to magic squares. These sacred geometries influence not just individual energy but the universe’s broader forces, and aligning with these patterns brings harmony with the natural and cosmic order.This alignment is not merely philosophical; it has practical applications. Sacred geometries derived from magic squares can influence the brain and nervous system, promoting balance and well-being. Incorporating these patterns into meditation, visualization, or architecture can enhance mental, emotional, and spiritual health.By recognizing the Yijing as a mathematical system, we transform it from a mystical guide into a model of energetic relationships grounded in universal principles. This perspective unlocks new ways of understanding the human body, the cosmos, and our place within it, offering practical tools for balance, health, and harmony. These insights have the potential to influence fields ranging from health to science, technology, and spirituality, providing a pathway to a more integrated and harmonious existence.Included on the back page of each volume in the Gestures of Synthesis series is a simple meditation which attempts to facilitate interactivity and gently guide subjective inquiry. We welcome you to join the group conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/YgqtT787 Read more