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Title: The Secret Science (Hermetic Philosophy, Book 1) by John Baines ISBN: 1-882692-01-2 Publisher: John Baines Inst Pub. Date: 01 November, 1994 Format: Paperback List Price(USD): $12.95 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.2 (10 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: Simply Powerful
Comment: When I first read this book, I was quite skeptical. Who is the author? Why is he making such wide ranging assertions about life and about mankind? I was on the verge of passing on it. Thank God I didn't!!
You see, I regard myself as a metaphysical searcher, and, at the risk of being immodest, I know only a handful of people who's knowledge in this area match mine. Being intimately familiar with the work of Bardon, Kimble, and the lot, I was more than qualified to evaluate and pass judgement on this work.
Nevertheless, I was not prepared for the level of Truth offered by this this book. Baines delivers what at first glance seems to be an authoritarian, self serving version of the art of Hermes Trismegistus- he does not serve up rhetoric and arguments in the way the modern mind has grown accustomed. This may leave the reader somewhat indignant and disoriented; I know I was.
But don't be fooled!! Here is a jewel of knowledge unequaled in all of Western Literature... After over a year of personal experimentation, practice, and research, I am completely satisfied that Mr. Baines has crammed his book with true Life Knowledge, (some of which I still have not yet personally managed to access).
The only problem is that you cannot get knowledge by reading a book, but if there is truth there, you may harmonize with it by living out the principles contained within it. This is what most readers and seekers ignore. For example, I would challenge anyone who had a problem with personal success in life, relationships, etc. to study and practice the suggestions on pages 141 to 146 for ONE MONTH, and to see the subtle differences in Life and consciousness. Its truly amazing-simply because, although I have been involved with countless branches of study, I have never come into contact with methods as powerful as these.
Also, it must be mentioned that here, the ideas of Hermes Trismegistus and Jesus Christ are made to coincide with a solid explanation of the world that I have found in no other work.
Interestingly enough, everytime I disagreed with a precept in the book, I found myself wanting to argue and to prove my point. A bit of self imposed discipline and common sense prevailed upon me to look deeper for an answer that would resolve the supposed contradiction. Usually deeper meant to roll up my sleeves and use myself as a living laboratory.This worked in all cases except one, which I am still working out.
After several readings, I have come to the conclusion that the work gives insights on life that are not available through common cogitation. This possibly may explain my initial hostility to it, as well as those of others who, although clever, were not fortunate enough to persevere in the verification of its bold asseverations.
Bottom line, if you are looking to bolster what you already know through intellectual cross checking, petty cavilling on details, and "safe distance viewing"(as I was), this book may not be for you. If you are in search of the Truth, buy and use this book.
Rating: 5
Summary: Finally, a book that takes a chance
Comment: In the Secret Science, the author touches on many topics that are likely to push your buttons, if you have pre-established opinions about how information should be disseminated. The first time I read this book I was offended by the direct approach the author took in describing the poor condition that human beings are in and how oblivious we are to the only thing that really matters in life --our own internal development. THEN, I actually tried some of his suggestions and realized that there is only one way to discover the validy of someone's statement. PUT THEM INTO PRACTICE.
John Baines takes a real risk in both the things that he is suggesting and the way in which he suggests them. Sometimes they sound far fetched and impossible, but I challenge anyone to put 100% of themsleves into actually following some of his suggestions and see the results for themselves. No one should be able to convince you one way or another until you actually have the experience yourself.
This book is like no other esoteric book I've ever read. There's a subtle difference that I didn't fully realize until I actually started DOING something.
Rating: 4
Summary: Good introduction to occultism
Comment: This is an excellent introduction to Hermetics and should be read before "The Kybalion." His defenition of occultism is practical AND factual. I love the way he casts aside the demonized veil of its defenition. Were it not for his somewhat jaded opinion of women, I would have given this book 5 stars. Perhaps I misunderstood his words but, I felt an all to familiar chauvanistic tone common in the culture he and I both share, that being latin. Its hard to believe anyone who claims to be wise or a teacher who has not yet learned to conquer themselves. I dont know, maybe its me, but I found his somewhat unflattering comments to actually remove some of the credibility I would have otherwise given to this brilliant and talented pseudo-philosopher. He makes a lot of sense but the book reads like one long essay. Though he readily admits the importance of verifiable evidence, he goes on to document 230 pages of opinion. And at the end is his address, where you can aquire "real" wisdom, undefiled.
For a price no doubt.
I can't get past this. Because true wisdom is learned and passed on--not sold. I felt a little distubed by this because I immediatly imagined an outrageous price tag and that this book was one big promo. But--it is a great read, and simple to comprehend. It is an excellent springboard for further study and on that note it has a redeeming value. If one has just discovered occultism and is trying to disassociate themselves with the hate and intolerance that can sometimes occompany religion, than this book is nothing short of priceless. And if his goal was to assist in a lukewarm "awakening" than he has done just that and is a much better teacher than I have given him credit for. Because he definitely does that.
Overall this book is definitely worth the prce and is actually one of the better tomes of occult literature as it really makes no serious pretenses save the endorsement of Rosicrucianism as superior to all forms of occult study, including Yoga and freemasonry. The learned brother is entitled to his opinion. His approach is very blunt but only partially unassuming. So straightfoward is his appraoch in fact, that he will make matter-of-fact comments that may on occasion blur the line between fact and opinion. But overall, this book is NOT a waste of time, lest you have a dogmatic, pre-concieved notion of the world that is...
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Title: Kybalion: A Study of the Hermetic Philosophy of Ancient Egypt and Greece by Three Initiates, The Three Initiates ISBN: 0911662251 Publisher: DeVorss & Company Pub. Date: December, 1999 List Price(USD): $15.00 |
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Title: The Stellar Man, Second Edition by John Baines ISBN: 1882692047 Publisher: John Baines Inst Pub. Date: 01 September, 2002 List Price(USD): $13.95 |
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Title: The Science of Love by John Baines, Judith Hipskind, Josephine Bregazzi ISBN: 1882692004 Publisher: John Baines Inst Pub. Date: 01 September, 1993 List Price(USD): $12.95 |
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Title: Initiation into Hermetics by Franz Bardon ISBN: 1885928122 Publisher: Merkur Pub Co Pub. Date: March, 2001 List Price(USD): $24.95 |
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Title: Hypsoconsciousness: Techniques for Achieving Personal Success by John Baines, Josephine Bregazzi ISBN: 1882692020 Publisher: John Baines Inst Pub. Date: 01 September, 1995 List Price(USD): $9.95 |
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