In this episode, we conclude our exploration of the Seven Liberal Arts and Sciences with a reflection on Astronomy—not as mere stargazing, but as a profound symbolic study of movement, pattern, and transformation.By examining gravitational laws, celestial patterns, and the timeless rhythms of the heavens, Masons are invited to understand themselves as beings in motion—subject to forces, patterns, and cycles—yet also capable of choice, adjustment, and becoming.🔑 Key TakeawaysAstronomy reveals patterns above us that are mirrored within us.To change outcomes, we must first work within the rules that shape reality.Awareness of natural patterns empowers intentional transformation.💬 Featured Quotes“Astronomy follows certain rules and behaviors… and those rules are in many ways quasi-mysterious.” — [00:00:27]“Gravity controls things within its influence… and there are patterns in behavior like gravity you can’t just will away.” — [00:01:58]“Above, so below—the understanding that these patterns mirror themselves in a fractal pattern.” — [00:02:30]“The charge of astronomy is to learn how the world works—and bring that understanding into your everyday life.” — [00:04:29]🔗 Explore Related Episodes🎧 Ep. 73 – Geometry as truth between things Explores spatial structure and relational understanding as symbolic models for growth and movement.🎧 Ep. 72 – The symbolic nature of arithmeticReflects on precision, pattern recognition, and how underlying structure informs perception.🎧 Ep. 60 – Thinking in SymbolsExamines how symbolic thought extends across disciplines like astronomy, geometry, and arithmetic to support deeper self-reflection.Creators & Guests Brian Mattocks - Host Click here to view the episode transcript.
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