Journal of Gurdjieff Studies

The Journal of Gurdjieff Studies delves into the teachings and practices of George Ivanovich Gurdjieff and his followers, focusing on self-improvement, consciousness, and the interplay between personal development and universal principles. It incorporates discussions on the Fourth Way, essence and personality, conscious suffering, and practical efforts towards achieving a higher state of being.

Self-Improvement Consciousness Gurdjieff's Teachings The Fourth Way Personal Development Essence and Personality Conscious Suffering Universal Principles

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Piquant Sources and Other Flavours - Section 2

0 implied HN points • 10 Aug 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality
  1. The post discusses evaluating apparent secondary sources, particularly looking at Ouspensky's 'Fragments'.
  2. It emphasizes the importance of knowing the source when exploring 'Piquant Sources and Other Flavours'.
  3. The content is for paid subscribers, highlighting exclusivity and value for those subscribed.

Gurdjieff and Cancer - 1

0 implied HN points • 03 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Holistic health
  1. The post discusses Gurdjieff's approach to medicine and its potential connections to cancer.
  2. To access the full content and details, one needs to be a paid subscriber to the journal.
  3. The post includes references to art and has links for subscribing or signing in for paid subscribers.

Fragments, Chapter 7, pp.130-5 - Reading Club posting 25

0 implied HN points • 10 Mar 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Teachings Spiritual growth
  1. Development involves either ascending or descending in all aspects, including changing moods, feelings, and energy levels.
  2. Understanding the law of octaves helps recognize the moments of 'intervals' and create necessary 'additional shocks' to achieve control and direction in activities.
  3. A school following esoteric traditions can teach the law of octaves, help in creating 'additional shocks,' and guide in understanding the union of the law of seven with the law of three.
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Fragments, Chapter 8, pp.159-66 - Reading Club posting 30

0 implied HN points • 21 Apr 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Teachings Self Personality Payment
  1. The importance of understanding the concepts of truth and falsehood, inner lies, and the necessity of destroying 'buffers' that control actions, thoughts, and feelings.
  2. The significance of distinguishing between one's essence and personality, and the need to weaken the dominance of personality over essence to allow for inner growth and development.
  3. The exploration of will, fate, and accident in life, the impact of 'general laws,' and the requirement to free oneself from personality to create individuality, along with the scrutiny of money's role in spiritual work.

Orage - How to learn to think - morsels

0 implied HN points • 30 Jul 23
🚌 Education Learning
  1. The post discusses 'HOW TO LEARN TO THINK' by Orage - morsels.
  2. The post provides a link to the full story on 'HOW TO LEARN TO THINK'.
  3. The Journal of Gurdjieff Studies is a reader-supported publication, and readers can subscribe to receive new posts and support their work.

On One Centre Hypnotising Another

0 implied HN points • 30 Jun 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Philosophy
  1. Conscious autosuggestion can create intentional contact between different parts of a human being.
  2. Every center has the ability to hypnotize another center.
  3. Certain parts of the human being, like the moving center, can easily 'hypnotize' other parts, such as emotional states.

Gurdjieff and Teeth

0 implied HN points • 27 Apr 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Gurdjieff Medicine
  1. The article discusses aspects of "Gurdjieff's Medicine" in a series of articles.
  2. Thomas de Hartmann highlighted the immense value of every detail concerning Gurdjieff, no matter how small.
  3. The post is for paid subscribers, indicating exclusive content behind a paywall.

The Ins and Outs of Chewing

0 implied HN points • 28 Apr 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Medicine
  1. Gurdjieff was advised not to chew too much as a child; there is a connection between canine teeth, vegetarianism, and chewing.
  2. The concept of chewing Keva is explored in the post.
  3. Dental treatment and the act of chewing are significant topics discussed in relation to Gurdjieff's medicine.

Medicine is a branch of cooking.

0 implied HN points • 18 Jul 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Medicine Cooking Philosophy
  1. According to Gurdjieff, medicine and cooking are interconnected, with cooking being seen as a foundational aspect of medicine.
  2. Gurdjieff's approach to medicine includes a holistic view of health and normal living, incorporating various elements like food and physical functions.
  3. The exploration of Gurdjieff's medicine involves gathering information from primary and secondary sources to understand his medical philosophy and practices.

Plan for Reading Club posting

0 implied HN points • 25 Jul 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Reading club Teaching Discussion
  1. The Fragments Reading Club will post extracts from P.D. Ouspensky's book 'In Search of the Miraculous' every Friday starting from September 9th, 2022.
  2. The book provides insight into G.I. Gurdjieff's early teaching between 1915 and 1924 in Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Essentuki.
  3. Participants have the opportunity to read the book together over a year, with breaks around Christmas and Easter holidays, and may even form local reading groups for discussions.

Fragments, Chapter 6, pp.104-11 - Reading Club posting 20

0 implied HN points • 03 Feb 23
🚌 Education Self-study Self-Observation Imagination
  1. Self-study is key to self-knowledge and starts with understanding the functions of the 'human machine'
  2. Proper self-observation helps in distinguishing between the four basic functions of the 'human machine': thinking, emotional, moving, instinctive
  3. Imagination and daydreaming are examples of the wrong work of centers and can hinder 'useful' mental activity and self-study

HOW TO LEARN TO THINK

0 implied HN points • 02 Aug 23
📖 Philosophy Thinking
  1. The post is about how to learn to think.
  2. The content seems to have a paid subscription for full access.
  3. There are related posts and commentaries available on the topic.

HOW TO READ MEN

0 implied HN points • 30 Nov 23
🚌 Education Psychology
  1. The post discusses 'How to read men' and is part of a series of psychological essays by Orage.
  2. The content seems to be available to paid subscribers only, as indicated by the 'This post is for paid subscribers' message.
  3. Readers are directed to subscribe or sign in as paid subscribers to access the full content.

A Sweet Tooth

0 implied HN points • 03 Mar 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Paintings Visual Arts
  1. The post discusses Gurdjieff's Medicine, which might be an interesting topic to explore.
  2. There are related articles titled 'Sugar and Monsieur Bonbon' and 'Sweet and Bitter' which delve into intriguing themes.
  3. The post is for paid subscribers, suggesting exclusive content on the mentioned topics.

References and quotations for “Healing Fire 1”

0 implied HN points • 19 Oct 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality
  1. The post "Healing Fire 1" on journalgurdjieffstudies.substack.com contains references and quotations related to Gurdjieff's Medicine.
  2. The post is for paid subscribers only, indicating exclusive content available to those who subscribe.
  3. There is a link provided to access the full content of "Healing Fire 1" for those interested in exploring further.

Muddling and Befuddling

0 implied HN points • 18 Nov 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Gurdjieff Spirituality Health Suffering
  1. The post discusses Gurdjieff's concept of intentional suffering as a method to regulate health.
  2. There is a focus on exploring the deliberate complexity of Gurdjieff's teachings and writings.
  3. The article hints at the intricate nature of Gurdjieff's medicine and the pathways to understanding it.

A Confrontative Example

0 implied HN points • 17 Jan 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Understanding Regulation Correspondence
  1. The post discusses correspondence, opposition, and regulation as important elements on the path to understanding.
  2. The content is tailored for paid subscribers, indicating a premium level of access to the information.
  3. The post is part of a series that includes articles on language, confrontation, and the concept of 'The Arena'.

Economising Experiences

0 implied HN points • 08 Mar 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality
  1. The post discusses economizing experiences and includes references for further reading.
  2. The content is part of a series called 'The Prolongation of Life'.
  3. The post is available for paid subscribers only on the website.

The human organism as a three-storey factory

0 implied HN points • 30 May 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality
  1. The concept of the human organism being compared to a three-storey factory is discussed in Gurdjieff's teachings, particularly focusing on the transformation of 'three foods'.
  2. Chapter 9 of 'In Search of the Miraculous' delves into Gurdjieff's intricate thoughts on the human organism and its processes, which some find challenging to understand.
  3. This specific post is for paid subscribers only, showcasing exclusive insights into Gurdjieff's teachings on the human organism as a complex factory.

Fragments, Chapter 10, pp.204-211 - Reading Club posting 37

0 implied HN points • 09 Jun 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Miracles
  1. Knowledge begins with the teaching of cosmoses: The full teaching involves seven cosmoses, not just the traditional two. Each cosmos relates to the others in a unique way.
  2. Principle of relativity and the way up is also the way down: Understanding the cosmoses' interactions and dimensions sheds light on the principle of relativity and broadening consciousness.
  3. Miracles and dimensions: The concept of miracles arises from the laws of another cosmos. Exploring dimensions reveals a structure like the 'period of dimensions,' connecting to the idea of possibilities in eternity.

Orage - "The Control Of Temper" - Morsels

0 implied HN points • 19 Aug 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality
  1. The post discusses Orage's work on temper control, specifically focusing on the theme of 'THE CONTROL OF TEMPER'.
  2. The post is from the Journal of Gurdjieff Studies, a reader-supported publication that encourages subscriptions for supporting their work.
  3. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and managing one's temper in personal growth and inner development.

Fragments, Chapter 16, pp.322-328 - Reading Club posting 58

0 implied HN points • 03 Nov 23
📖 Philosophy Human nature
  1. Classification systems can help understand connections between different levels of beings and their interdependencies.
  2. The concept of 'plastics' allows manipulation of appearance and visibility.
  3. Significant historical events like revolutions can lead to unexpected outcomes and shifts in societal structures.

Orage - "HOW NOT TO BE BORED" - Morsels

0 implied HN points • 12 Nov 23
🎭️ Culture Writing
  1. The post discusses 'HOW NOT TO BE BORED' by Orage on November 12, 2023.
  2. 'Journal of Gurdjieff Studies' is a reader-supported publication.
  3. Consider becoming a free or paid subscriber to receive new posts and support their work.

Orage - "HOW TO READ MEN" - Morsels

0 implied HN points • 30 Nov 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Visual Arts
  1. The post is about 'HOW TO READ MEN' by Orage, featured at Journal of Gurdjieff Studies.
  2. Published on November 30, 2023.
  3. The Journal of Gurdjieff Studies is a reader-supported publication, encouraging readers to become free or paid subscribers for new posts and to support their work.

Fragments, Chapter 14, pp.288-293 - Reading Club posting 52

0 implied HN points • 22 Sep 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Philosophy Symbolism Mysticism
  1. The enneagram and the law of seven in conjunction with the law of three are explored within the text
  2. The interplay of numbers, intervals, and harmonies in the enneagram are discussed, highlighting the importance of precise proportions and relations
  3. Connections are drawn between cosmic and human processes, emphasizing the necessity of understanding the laws governing transitions and interactions

Commentary on - Orage - "HOW TO READ MEN"

0 implied HN points • 05 Dec 23
📖 Philosophy Commentary
  1. The post is a commentary on Orage's work 'How to Read Men' which seems to be available only for paid subscribers.
  2. The content discusses insights or analysis related to understanding men, likely based on Orage's teachings.
  3. The post includes links for sharing, subscribing, and signing in for paid subscribers.

Fragments, Chapter 14, pp.282-288 - Reading Club posting 51

0 implied HN points • 15 Sep 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Symbolism Knowledge Unity Teachings Philosophy
  1. Symbolism of numbers, geometrical figures, letters, and words: Understanding the right and wrong interpretations of symbols, the union of knowledge and being, and attainment through one's own efforts.
  2. The law of octaves and the symbolism of numbers: Exploring the law of octaves, the significance of the decimal system, and the importance of understanding the unity expressed by numbers.
  3. Various symbolisms and their interpretations: Examining different systems such as magic, alchemy, and astrology, emphasizing the necessity of correctly understanding symbols to avoid misinterpretations and delusions.