Steve & Krys Crimi | Hermes, Inverted Myth, Sacrifice, & Gnosis

In 'Reality+: Virtual Worlds and the Problems of Philosophy', David J. Chalmers conducts a comprehensive analysis of the intersection between virtual reality, philosophy, and science. He argues that virtual worlds are not inferior to physical reality and that we can lead meaningful lives within them. The book addresses various philosophical questions, such as the nature of reality, the relation between mind and body, and the possibility of being in a simulated world. Chalmers uses virtual reality technology to offer new perspectives on long-standing philosophical issues, making the book a significant contribution to the fields of philosophy, science, and technology.

In this work, Robert Graves explores the concept of a single goddess figure that recurs in various European and pagan mythologies, often in a triple aspect as mother, daughter, and crone. Graves argues that this goddess was central to matriarchal societies before the rise of patriarchal religion. The book is a fusion of scholarship on folklore, mythology, religion, and poetry, and it delves into the connections between these fields and the sources of true poetry. Graves's work is both a scholarly quest and an intensely personal document that reflects his own inspiration and creative process.

The Bhagavad Gita is a central text in Hinduism, embedded within the epic Mahabharata. It recounts a dialogue between the warrior-prince Arjuna and his charioteer, Krishna, who is an avatar of the god Vishnu. The text explores themes of dharma (duty), karma (action), and the path to spiritual enlightenment. Krishna advises Arjuna on the importance of performing his duties without attachment to the outcomes, emphasizing the concept of nishkama karma (nonattached action). The Gita synthesizes various strands of Indian religious thought, including Vedic concepts, samkhya yoga, and bhakti (devotion), providing a coherent vision of Hindu philosophy and spiritual practice.