The Science Abbey Basic Meditation Guide
This handbook is a guide to a seated silent meditation, which for the purpose of precise definition, is called Illumination meditation.
Virgins and Philosophers: Early Proto-Monasticism
This article explores those earliest seekers—virgins and philosophers—whose lives foreshadowed the great monastic traditions to come. It is a journey to the threshold of the cloister, where sacred fire and philosophical clarity first began to illuminate the path of renunciation 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.
Tantric Yoga: Philosophy and Meditation
Rooted in ancient Indian texts and esoteric traditions, Tantric Yoga weaves together ritual, breath, visualization, mantra, and energy work to awaken the latent powers of consciousness.
Chinese Daoist Alchemical Meditation
This article offers a blueprint of the basic system of Chinese Daoist symbolic alchemy for those interested in experimenting with the method.
Meditation in Movement: Qigong and Taijiquan (Tai Chi)
Qigong (Ch’i Kung), which means “work with Qi,” is the art of mastering Qi or life-force and discovering the “inner medicine” to sustain heath and balance.
Ancient Chinese Philosophy and Daoist Meditation
The story of the evolution of Chinese philosophy and world-view is both fascinating and enlightening.
The Future of Christianity
On the one hand, Western society has largely remained faithful to its Judeo-Christian heritage, while on the other hand it has nurtured the violence of colonialism and the greed of pure capitalism.
Take Political Action for Science
It is not enough to believe in science—we must stand up for it. Rational citizens, educators, students, and scientists alike must participate actively in politics.
The Body of Christ: An Episcopalian Humanist Perspective
I have known Christians of many denominations and beliefs and I consider all of them members of the Body of Christ.