Pillar Tags, Cultural Core
This book provides a comprehensive historical examination of traditional Chinese medicine, exploring its theoretical foundations, diagnostic techniques, and therapeutic practices. It challenges Eurocentric perspectives on science and highlights the sophistication of Chinese medical thought.
Owen Barfield’s Saving the Appearances explores the historical shift in human consciousness from ‘original participation’ to a modern, scientific worldview. It examines the role of language and perception in shaping our understanding of reality.
Liz Greene reinterprets the archetype of Saturn, moving beyond a purely negative view to reveal its importance in psychological development and cultural symbolism.
The book explores Saturn’s representation in mythology, astrology, and the human psyche.
Samarkand offers a richly detailed portrait of the Islamic Golden Age through the lives of Ibn Sina and Omar Khayyam, emphasizing the flourishing of intellectual life and cultural exchange during this period. The book challenges Eurocentric historical narratives by highlighting the profound contributions of Islamic civilization to science, philosophy, and mathematics.
This book explores the aesthetic dimensions of Santería in Cuba, examining how the religion’s cosmology and mythology are expressed through art, music, and other cultural forms. It provides valuable insights into the interplay between faith, creativity, and Cuban identity.
Sand Talk offers a unique perspective on knowledge and learning through the lens of Indigenous Australian worldview, contrasting it with Western thought. It proposes a shift in perspective towards cyclical, interconnected systems and emphasizes the importance of deep listening and contextual understanding.
De La Torre’s book provides a detailed examination of Santería, tracing its origins, beliefs, and rituals while contextualizing it within the historical realities of the transatlantic slave trade and its contemporary evolution.
It offers a comprehensive and accessible overview of this syncretic faith, ideal for students and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Afro-Cuban religious traditions.
Wolfram Eberhard’s work provides a detailed examination of the religious beliefs and ritual practices of ancient China, from prehistoric times through the Han dynasty.
It emphasizes the social functions of religion and draws on archaeological evidence and early texts.
The book is a foundational text for scholars and serious students of Chinese history and religion.
Keith Thomas’s work details the transformation of belief systems in 16th and 17th century England, charting the decline of magic alongside the ascent of rational and scientific thought.
It offers a nuanced understanding of how these seemingly opposing worldviews coexisted and interacted.
This book provides invaluable context for understanding the cultural roots of modernity.
Mary Douglas’s Risk Perception argues that cultural worldviews profoundly shape how individuals and societies perceive and respond to risk, moving beyond purely rational assessments. The book examines how categorization and social structures impact our understanding of danger.
