The Origins of Freemasonry in Architecture, Science and the Liberal Arts
Symbolic alchemy and the liberal arts comprised the holistic worldview at the foundation of Freemasonry and modern science and they are just as necessary today.
Contemplative Science
Studying the mind from the inside out.
Investigate the frontiers of consciousness, attention, and well-being through the union of meditation, neuroscience, and inner inquiry.
The Science of Wholeness
The Science of Wholeness is an integrative philosophical and scientific framework that seeks to understand reality by unifying diverse fields of knowledge—spiritual, philosophical, ethical, and empirical—into a coherent worldview.
MetaHub
A Comprehensive Architecture for Information Analysis. This article explores the outline of science, the method of scientific classification, the role of mind mapping, and tools like the Web of Science, which help us navigate the vast sea of human knowledge.
The New World Order: Why Secular Scientific Humanist Democracy is the Next Step in Human History
As humanity stands on the threshold of planetary decision-making, the question is no longer whether we will govern wisely, but whether we will evolve the structures that allow us to do so. Scientific Humanist Democracy is that next evolution.
Alchemy and the Birth of Modern Science
Long dismissed as mysticism or pseudoscience, alchemy was in fact a crucible for the birth of modern science.
Scientific Mindfulness Meditation
Mindfulness meditation may be defined as nonjudgmental awareness through purposeful holding of attention, being in the moment, for mental and physical health, self-knowledge and wisdom.
The Memory Palace, Symbolic Alchemy, Archetypes, and Psychotherapy
Mnemonics | The Memory Palace | Artistic Creativity | Enlightenment | The Universal Person | Archetypes | Inner Alchemy | Spirituality | Meditation, Mental Health and Enlightenment | Mindfulness Meditation |
Studying and Professional Skill Building
The Science of Meditation, Happiness, and Enlightenment
This is the science of Illumination meditation, enlightenment experiences, mindfulness and happiness.
Power of the Mind: The Science of Visualization
UPDATED 2025: Scientific studies have shown the positive effects of creative visualization not just on performance, but on health, such as immunity, stress, healing and pain management.
From Hermits to Orders: The Solitary Roots of Monastic Culture
A brief introduction and practical guide to the basics of monasticism to orient the reader to this fascinating and enlightening way of life.
The First Meditators: Indian Yoga
The earliest form of meditation in recorded history was Indian yogic meditation, which is depicted in Indus Valley Civilization art as early as 2,500 BCE.
My Zen: A Personal Journey
Discover the journey of D. B. Smith, historian, Freemason, Zen practitioner, and founder of Science Abbey—from Iowa gymnastics to global travels through monasteries and temples—exploring meditation, philosophy, and the integration of East and West.