Theorem 23, Monas Hieroglyphica (1564)
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Theorem 23, Monas Hieroglyphica (1564)
Theorem 23, Monas Hieroglyphica (1564). This theorem is one of 24 contained in the work Monas Hieroglyphica by Welsh astrologer John Dee (1527-1608). An example of western Hermeticism and written in a mystical state, it revealed esoteric secrets in astronomy, alchemy, music, mathematics, linguistics, mechanics, and optics. Theorem 23 was the culmination of the book, which explained in part the derivation of the mystical symbol shown here, Dees Monad. The symbol represented Dees mystical vision of a unified cosmos, though much of what he wrote remains unexplained due to lost oral traditions
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This print showcases Theorem 23 from the renowned work Monas Hieroglyphica, authored by the enigmatic Welsh astrologer John Dee in 1564. Considered a masterpiece of western Hermeticism, this mystical text delves into various esoteric disciplines such as astronomy, alchemy, music, mathematics, linguistics, mechanics, and optics. Theorem 23 stands as the pinnacle of this extraordinary book and serves to partially unravel the origins of Dees Monad – an intricate symbol depicted here. Dee's Monad represents his profound vision of a harmonious universe where all elements are interconnected. However, due to lost oral traditions over time, much of what he wrote remains shrouded in mystery. This publication holds immense historical significance within Elizabethan England and offers valuable insights into Kabbalah theories and astrological principles prevalent during the 16th century. The diagram presented in this photograph is both strange and mesmerizing; it embodies centuries-old wisdom that continues to captivate scholars today. Its mathematical precision intertwines with cosmological concepts to create a truly unique piece of literature. Preserved by the Library of Congress for posterity's sake, this image transports us back to an era when mysticism intertwined seamlessly with scientific exploration. It reminds us that there are still countless mysteries waiting to be unraveled within our vast cosmos.
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