Creating a good list of books, thoughts?

Jun 12, 2023#1

Would you only focus on these subjects or would you also include good books on astrology, tarot, palmistry, etc., too?

I think it's a wonderful idea!!

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Jun 12, 2023#1

serpentwalker666said:
Hello, I wanted to start creating a comprehensive list of books for various intellectual subjects like computer science, mathematics, chemistry, and related.
I was planning on digging through the web and making a giant list of good ones for Zevism to refer to. I would do this very gradually and do one list at a time to make sure it was of good use.
I wanted everyone's thoughts on if this would be a valuable thing to do, or if all these sorts of things are already organized and categorized by other members elsewhere for the community?

Alot of infographics exist for this sort of thing.

I think it would be best if people would share the books they read that have had the greatest impact on their worldview, their mindset, or their development.

On that note you could trawl the forum and see what books/authors are recommended most by the forum members, then organize then into a list.

Commonly mentioned titles/authors here (like rich dad poor dad and millionaire fastlane) should be ranked highly in the list and considered essential reading.

An example of such a list could look like this:

1a. Meditations by Marcus Aurelius
1b. Letters from Seneca(not mentioned often here but I consider it essential reading along with meditations for stoic philosophy)
2. Rich Dad Poor Dad
3. Millionaire Fastlane
4. Nietzsche (various works)

Initiation into Hermetics is mentioned occasionally here but I'm thinking it's redundant to list since the meat & potatoes are on the website, and in their most uncorrupted and simplified form.

My thinking is that books on STEM subjects are too niche to be useful to the majority of people. If we create a list of recommended books, they should be books that everyone can benefit from. Books that broadly expand your mind.

I think it would be beneficial for the community for everyone to have a common literary background, especially in the philosophy and culture of our pagan ancestors.

I would love to be involved with such a project.

What is right and wrong?
What is the meaning of our existence?
How should you live your life, according to Nature and the Gods?
Find out here:
https://templeofzeus.org/EthicsOftheGods

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serpentwalker666said:
Hello, I wanted to start creating a comprehensive list of books for various intellectual subjects like computer science, mathematics, chemistry, and related.
I was planning on digging through the web and making a giant list of good ones for Zevism to refer to. I would do this very gradually and do one list at a time to make sure it was of good use.
I wanted everyone's thoughts on if this would be a valuable thing to do, or if all these sorts of things are already organized and categorized by other members elsewhere for the community?

Alot of infographics exist for this sort of thing.

I think it would be best if people would share the books they read that have had the greatest impact on their worldview, their mindset, or their development.

On that note you could trawl the forum and see what books/authors are recommended most by the forum members, then organize then into a list.

Commonly mentioned titles/authors here (like rich dad poor dad and millionaire fastlane) should be ranked highly in the list and considered essential reading.

An example of such a list could look like this:

1a. Meditations by Marcus Aurelius
1b. Letters from Seneca(not mentioned often here but I consider it essential reading along with meditations for stoic philosophy)
2. Rich Dad Poor Dad
3. Millionaire Fastlane
4. Nietzsche (various works)

Initiation into Hermetics is mentioned occasionally here but I'm thinking it's redundant to list since the meat & potatoes are on the website, and in their most uncorrupted and simplified form.

My thinking is that books on STEM subjects are too niche to be useful to the majority of people. If we create a list of recommended books, they should be books that everyone can benefit from. Books that broadly expand your mind.

I think it would be beneficial for the community for everyone to have a common literary background, especially in the philosophy and culture of our pagan ancestors.

I would love to be involved with such a project.

Jun 12, 2023#2

serpentwalker666said:
Hello, I wanted to start creating a comprehensive list of books for various intellectual subjects like computer science, mathematics, chemistry, and related.
I was planning on digging through the web and making a giant list of good ones for Zevism to refer to. I would do this very gradually and do one list at a time to make sure it was of good use.
I wanted everyone's thoughts on if this would be a valuable thing to do, or if all these sorts of things are already organized and categorized by other members elsewhere for the community?

Also, I want to mention that huge infographics with no flow and dozens of book recommendations apiece like you often find on imageboards, probably do not help very many people, just because they can be so overwhelming. There should be a structure and not too many recommendations, if we do something like this.

What is right and wrong?
What is the meaning of our existence?
How should you live your life, according to Nature and the Gods?
Find out here:
https://templeofzeus.org/EthicsOftheGods

Join us in the Temple, we engage in blessings and group rituals to the Gods:
https://ancient-forums.com/threads/vultus-templorum-outreach-and-temple-live-rituals.301975/

Temple Ritual Testimonies & Announcements:
https://ancient-forums.com/threads/temple-of-zeus-temple-rituals-testimonials-announcements.295828/

serpentwalker666said:
Hello, I wanted to start creating a comprehensive list of books for various intellectual subjects like computer science, mathematics, chemistry, and related.
I was planning on digging through the web and making a giant list of good ones for Zevism to refer to. I would do this very gradually and do one list at a time to make sure it was of good use.
I wanted everyone's thoughts on if this would be a valuable thing to do, or if all these sorts of things are already organized and categorized by other members elsewhere for the community?

Also, I want to mention that huge infographics with no flow and dozens of book recommendations apiece like you often find on imageboards, probably do not help very many people, just because they can be so overwhelming. There should be a structure and not too many recommendations, if we do something like this.

Jun 13, 2023#2

existentialcrisissaid:
serpentwalker666said:
Hello, I wanted to start creating a comprehensive list of books for various intellectual subjects like computer science, mathematics, chemistry, and related.
I was planning on digging through the web and making a giant list of good ones for Zevism to refer to. I would do this very gradually and do one list at a time to make sure it was of good use.
I wanted everyone's thoughts on if this would be a valuable thing to do, or if all these sorts of things are already organized and categorized by other members elsewhere for the community?
Alot of infographics exist for this sort of thing.
I think it would be best if people would share the books they read that have had the greatest impact on their worldview, their mindset, or their development.

While you are correct. I strongly feel that such a STEM focus would be beneficial for our community. I look at this from the view that having a sort of recommendations and things to sort through can really be important.

Knowledge in many places of the world can be hard to access or afford, part of our advancement is to let our gifts and interests blossom as we develop as a being, that would be my focus on this.

I am very short of time and it's the one way I'd like to start offering something, the other things you mention are indeed all great ideas, just something that we'd have to work at gradually. As these subjects are always at the forefront of my mind along with this path, our community and the Gods.

Having a lack of time is also why I wanted to gradually focus on the things that I can give, since everything else would require alot more research, then if I were to get about 30 books, look them over about various scientific and mathematical subjects, and share my thoughts and recommendations with this in an organized way to benefit some of the community.

I have a habit of also forgetting things. Important things even, so the reason I'd want to take this niche idea first is it would be best for me given my current experiences, so i dont just embark on something bigger and end up dropping the ball.

I want to start small and go from there. That's my reasoning. I hope what I'm saying makes sense.

https://templeofzeus.org/templeofzeus.org

“Come to me, O Lord IAO, great Zeus-Ammon, hidden fire, all-seeing one, ram-horned, first and last, who rules from the sun.”
— PGM V.96–172

“I am Atum, when I was alone in Nun. I am the beginning and the end.”
— Coffin Texts, Spell 714

(Enki of Eridu, Lord of the Earth -- Poem)
https://ancient-forums.com/viewtopic.php?f=39&t=87236

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existentialcrisissaid:
serpentwalker666said:
Hello, I wanted to start creating a comprehensive list of books for various intellectual subjects like computer science, mathematics, chemistry, and related.
I was planning on digging through the web and making a giant list of good ones for Zevism to refer to. I would do this very gradually and do one list at a time to make sure it was of good use.
I wanted everyone's thoughts on if this would be a valuable thing to do, or if all these sorts of things are already organized and categorized by other members elsewhere for the community?
Alot of infographics exist for this sort of thing.
I think it would be best if people would share the books they read that have had the greatest impact on their worldview, their mindset, or their development.

While you are correct. I strongly feel that such a STEM focus would be beneficial for our community. I look at this from the view that having a sort of recommendations and things to sort through can really be important.

Knowledge in many places of the world can be hard to access or afford, part of our advancement is to let our gifts and interests blossom as we develop as a being, that would be my focus on this.

I am very short of time and it's the one way I'd like to start offering something, the other things you mention are indeed all great ideas, just something that we'd have to work at gradually. As these subjects are always at the forefront of my mind along with this path, our community and the Gods.

Having a lack of time is also why I wanted to gradually focus on the things that I can give, since everything else would require alot more research, then if I were to get about 30 books, look them over about various scientific and mathematical subjects, and share my thoughts and recommendations with this in an organized way to benefit some of the community.

I have a habit of also forgetting things. Important things even, so the reason I'd want to take this niche idea first is it would be best for me given my current experiences, so i dont just embark on something bigger and end up dropping the ball.

I want to start small and go from there. That's my reasoning. I hope what I'm saying makes sense.

Jun 13, 2023#3

Lightning-Wingssaid:
Would you only focus on these subjects or would you also include good books on astrology, tarot, palmistry, etc., too?
I think it's a wonderful idea!!

I was thinking of focusing on the subjects I mentioned first. As it's something I can do to start.

I'm short of time rather often and focusing on more subjects and things would end up with me getting sloppy and I wouldn't be able to deliver a good end result. I wouldn't be okay with that, as I want the best for this community and I'd consider that unacceptable if I started off with alot then just dropped the ball so to say.

So that was my initial and main reasoning.

https://templeofzeus.org/templeofzeus.org

“Come to me, O Lord IAO, great Zeus-Ammon, hidden fire, all-seeing one, ram-horned, first and last, who rules from the sun.”
— PGM V.96–172

“I am Atum, when I was alone in Nun. I am the beginning and the end.”
— Coffin Texts, Spell 714

(Enki of Eridu, Lord of the Earth -- Poem)
https://ancient-forums.com/viewtopic.php?f=39&t=87236

(My Computer Science Posts)
https://ancient-forums.com/threads/my-computer-science-posts.294278/

(Astral Body - Bilocation)
https://ancient-forums.com/threads/astral-body-bilocation-a-guide.294921/

Lightning-Wingssaid:
Would you only focus on these subjects or would you also include good books on astrology, tarot, palmistry, etc., too?
I think it's a wonderful idea!!

I was thinking of focusing on the subjects I mentioned first. As it's something I can do to start.

I'm short of time rather often and focusing on more subjects and things would end up with me getting sloppy and I wouldn't be able to deliver a good end result. I wouldn't be okay with that, as I want the best for this community and I'd consider that unacceptable if I started off with alot then just dropped the ball so to say.

So that was my initial and main reasoning.

Jun 14, 2023#4

serpentwalker666said:
Lightning-Wingssaid:
Would you only focus on these subjects or would you also include good books on astrology, tarot, palmistry, etc., too?
I think it's a wonderful idea!!
I was thinking of focusing on the subjects I mentioned first. As it's something I can do to start.
I'm short of time rather often and focusing on more subjects and things would end up with me getting sloppy and I wouldn't be able to deliver a good end result. I wouldn't be okay with that, as I want the best for this community and I'd consider that unacceptable if I started off with alot then just dropped the ball so to say.

I understand completely! I wish you luck brother!! :)

https://templeofzeus.org/templeofzeus.org

"There might be Darkness surrounding you, but don't forget that you have the Light (Power) inside you!" - Lord Eligos

"Being yourself is the greatest thing you can do for yourself." - Lord Phenex

"Don't forget that you have all of us!" - The Gods (To All Members: https://ancient-forums.com/viewtopic.php?p=435533#p435533 )

Animated Goddess Astarte!
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A HUGE Thank you to Queen Astarte!! [Art]
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serpentwalker666said:
Lightning-Wingssaid:
Would you only focus on these subjects or would you also include good books on astrology, tarot, palmistry, etc., too?
I think it's a wonderful idea!!
I was thinking of focusing on the subjects I mentioned first. As it's something I can do to start.
I'm short of time rather often and focusing on more subjects and things would end up with me getting sloppy and I wouldn't be able to deliver a good end result. I wouldn't be okay with that, as I want the best for this community and I'd consider that unacceptable if I started off with alot then just dropped the ball so to say.

I understand completely! I wish you luck brother!! :)

Aug 26, 2023#5

serpentwalker666said:
Hello, I wanted to start creating a comprehensive list of books for various intellectual subjects like computer science, mathematics, chemistry, and related.
I was planning on digging through the web and making a giant list of good ones for Zevism to refer to. I would do this very gradually and do one list at a time to make sure it was of good use.
I wanted everyone's thoughts on if this would be a valuable thing to do, or if all these sorts of things are already organized and categorized by other members elsewhere for the community?

Hey broo!!! Did you make that list or nah?

Email: [ email redacted ]

Member of spanish ToZ community.
Active in translation projects.

serpentwalker666said:
Hello, I wanted to start creating a comprehensive list of books for various intellectual subjects like computer science, mathematics, chemistry, and related.
I was planning on digging through the web and making a giant list of good ones for Zevism to refer to. I would do this very gradually and do one list at a time to make sure it was of good use.
I wanted everyone's thoughts on if this would be a valuable thing to do, or if all these sorts of things are already organized and categorized by other members elsewhere for the community?

Hey broo!!! Did you make that list or nah?

Aug 27, 2023#6

Carviksaid:
serpentwalker666said:
Hello, I wanted to start creating a comprehensive list of books for various intellectual subjects like computer science, mathematics, chemistry, and related.
I was planning on digging through the web and making a giant list of good ones for Zevism to refer to. I would do this very gradually and do one list at a time to make sure it was of good use.
I wanted everyone's thoughts on if this would be a valuable thing to do, or if all these sorts of things are already organized and categorized by other members elsewhere for the community?
Hey broo!!! Did you make that list or nah?

Unfortunately not, as my life has been insane and I have barely enough time to be in the forums. However is there any information you are looking for specifically?

I can try to offer guidance and advice or point towards where to start.

https://templeofzeus.org/templeofzeus.org

“Come to me, O Lord IAO, great Zeus-Ammon, hidden fire, all-seeing one, ram-horned, first and last, who rules from the sun.”
— PGM V.96–172

“I am Atum, when I was alone in Nun. I am the beginning and the end.”
— Coffin Texts, Spell 714

(Enki of Eridu, Lord of the Earth -- Poem)
https://ancient-forums.com/viewtopic.php?f=39&t=87236

(My Computer Science Posts)
https://ancient-forums.com/threads/my-computer-science-posts.294278/

(Astral Body - Bilocation)
https://ancient-forums.com/threads/astral-body-bilocation-a-guide.294921/

Carviksaid:
serpentwalker666said:
Hello, I wanted to start creating a comprehensive list of books for various intellectual subjects like computer science, mathematics, chemistry, and related.
I was planning on digging through the web and making a giant list of good ones for Zevism to refer to. I would do this very gradually and do one list at a time to make sure it was of good use.
I wanted everyone's thoughts on if this would be a valuable thing to do, or if all these sorts of things are already organized and categorized by other members elsewhere for the community?
Hey broo!!! Did you make that list or nah?

Unfortunately not, as my life has been insane and I have barely enough time to be in the forums. However is there any information you are looking for specifically?

I can try to offer guidance and advice or point towards where to start.

Aug 27, 2023#7

serpentwalker666said:
Carviksaid:
serpentwalker666said:
Hello, I wanted to start creating a comprehensive list of books for various intellectual subjects like computer science, mathematics, chemistry, and related.
I was planning on digging through the web and making a giant list of good ones for Zevism to refer to. I would do this very gradually and do one list at a time to make sure it was of good use.
I wanted everyone's thoughts on if this would be a valuable thing to do, or if all these sorts of things are already organized and categorized by other members elsewhere for the community?
Hey broo!!! Did you make that list or nah?
Unfortunately not, as my life has been insane and I have barely enough time to be in the forums. However is there any information you are looking for specifically?
I can try to offer guidance and advice or point towards where to start.

Nope, Im just a mad reader, and as we cant spend all our time meditating Without getting burned, at least id rather to spend my valuable time reading or working on something, right now Im just ReReading HP Zevios sermons and The Path to holistic life (Zevist eye, obviusly) and for entertainment fantasy or thriller

Email: [ email redacted ]

Member of spanish ToZ community.
Active in translation projects.

serpentwalker666said:
Carviksaid:
serpentwalker666said:
Hello, I wanted to start creating a comprehensive list of books for various intellectual subjects like computer science, mathematics, chemistry, and related.
I was planning on digging through the web and making a giant list of good ones for Zevism to refer to. I would do this very gradually and do one list at a time to make sure it was of good use.
I wanted everyone's thoughts on if this would be a valuable thing to do, or if all these sorts of things are already organized and categorized by other members elsewhere for the community?
Hey broo!!! Did you make that list or nah?
Unfortunately not, as my life has been insane and I have barely enough time to be in the forums. However is there any information you are looking for specifically?
I can try to offer guidance and advice or point towards where to start.

Nope, Im just a mad reader, and as we cant spend all our time meditating Without getting burned, at least id rather to spend my valuable time reading or working on something, right now Im just ReReading HP Zevios sermons and The Path to holistic life (Zevist eye, obviusly) and for entertainment fantasy or thriller

Aug 27, 2023#8

Carviksaid:
serpentwalker666said:
Carviksaid:
Hey broo!!! Did you make that list or nah?
Unfortunately not, as my life has been insane and I have barely enough time to be in the forums. However is there any information you are looking for specifically?
I can try to offer guidance and advice or point towards where to start.
Nope, Im just a mad reader, and as we cant spend all our time meditating Without getting burned, at least id rather to spend my valuable time reading or working on something, right now Im just ReReading HP Zevios sermons and The Path to holistic life (Zevist eye, obviusly) and for entertainment fantasy or thriller

I advise everyone of our Satanic brothers&sisters to make a short review about every book that they have read, and occasionally post it on the forums, make a "books review" thread if it does not exist yet, as this can be very helpful for people who want to read a book but does not know if it's trust able.

Carviksaid:
serpentwalker666said:
Carviksaid:
Hey broo!!! Did you make that list or nah?
Unfortunately not, as my life has been insane and I have barely enough time to be in the forums. However is there any information you are looking for specifically?
I can try to offer guidance and advice or point towards where to start.
Nope, Im just a mad reader, and as we cant spend all our time meditating Without getting burned, at least id rather to spend my valuable time reading or working on something, right now Im just ReReading HP Zevios sermons and The Path to holistic life (Zevist eye, obviusly) and for entertainment fantasy or thriller

I advise everyone of our Satanic brothers&sisters to make a short review about every book that they have read, and occasionally post it on the forums, make a "books review" thread if it does not exist yet, as this can be very helpful for people who want to read a book but does not know if it's trust able.

Aug 28, 2023#9

AFODOsaid:
Carviksaid:
serpentwalker666said:
Unfortunately not, as my life has been insane and I have barely enough time to be in the forums. However is there any information you are looking for specifically?
I can try to offer guidance and advice or point towards where to start.
Nope, Im just a mad reader, and as we cant spend all our time meditating Without getting burned, at least id rather to spend my valuable time reading or working on something, right now Im just ReReading HP Zevios sermons and The Path to holistic life (Zevist eye, obviusly) and for entertainment fantasy or thriller
I advise everyone of our Satanic brothers&sisters to make a short review about every book that they have read, and occasionally post it on the forums, make a "books review" thread if it does not exist yet, as this can be very helpful for people who want to read a book but does not know if it's trust able.

Thats a great Idea, Im sure it will grow over time!

Email: [ email redacted ]

Member of spanish ToZ community.
Active in translation projects.

AFODOsaid:
Carviksaid:
serpentwalker666said:
Unfortunately not, as my life has been insane and I have barely enough time to be in the forums. However is there any information you are looking for specifically?
I can try to offer guidance and advice or point towards where to start.
Nope, Im just a mad reader, and as we cant spend all our time meditating Without getting burned, at least id rather to spend my valuable time reading or working on something, right now Im just ReReading HP Zevios sermons and The Path to holistic life (Zevist eye, obviusly) and for entertainment fantasy or thriller
I advise everyone of our Satanic brothers&sisters to make a short review about every book that they have read, and occasionally post it on the forums, make a "books review" thread if it does not exist yet, as this can be very helpful for people who want to read a book but does not know if it's trust able.

Thats a great Idea, Im sure it will grow over time!

Aug 30, 2023#10

In regards to biology I read Richard Dawkins' book "the selfish gene" a bit of time ago and it was excellent, even for a lay-person like myself. Completely changed the way I view life.

I highly recommend Mircea Eliade's writings for a scholarly account of the history of world religions especially paganism with a focus on the esoteric beliefs and practices that dominated. A history of Religious Ideas (vol. 1-3) are my favourite books ever.

In regards to biology I read Richard Dawkins' book "the selfish gene" a bit of time ago and it was excellent, even for a lay-person like myself. Completely changed the way I view life.

I highly recommend Mircea Eliade's writings for a scholarly account of the history of world religions especially paganism with a focus on the esoteric beliefs and practices that dominated. A history of Religious Ideas (vol. 1-3) are my favourite books ever.