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| Post Conference Workshops - Monday
9th and Tuesday 10th August
The Authentic
I Ching The Three Classic Methods of Prediction Prof. Yang is a scholar, writer and practitioner
of I Ching, Qing Gong, Astrology, Feng Shui and Oriental Traditional
Culture. The Authentic I Ching This book is not just another translation of the I Ching (or Yi Jing, for those who are more familiar with the pinyin transliteration), in fact this part of the book occupies just 64 pages at the end of the book. The key to the essence of the book is in its sub-heading, for it expands the usual Western perception that there is only one way to consult this ancient Chinese classic. Every Westerner who has ever skimmed through an edition of the I Ching knows that divination is performed by casting 3 coins six times, or by shuffling a bunch of yarrow sticks. From this one of the 64 possible hexagrams is discovered. This is looked up in the book, and a divinatory meaning interpreted straight from the text of the I Ching. Then a further hexagram is generated if any of the 6 lines of the hexagram flip to their opposite (i.e. yin to yang or vice versa). This second hexagram is then interpreted as an outcome, from the corresponding text in the book. The authors refer to this as the Classical method of divination, but it is far from being the only method. So far so simple. What Jon and Dr Wang have done in this book is to open the readers' eyes a bit further, by unveiling two other ways of dealing with the I Ching. These two methods are called the Mei Hua Method and the Na Jia Method. As far as I am aware neither of these important methods are available in currently published books in English. And these are not just two other methods of divination, but a doorway to the understanding of the use of the I Ching in China, and indeed the mechanics of luck. This book also introduces the West to a further dimension of feng shui. The I Ching is fundamental to feng shui, with its usage of trigrams and their changing lines to describe changes in the tides of ch'i, and hence of the distribution of luck in a particular building or site. By becoming aware of the significance of individual lines in the hexagram you prepare yourself for an understanding of the important Da Gua feng shui technique. In fact the first 56 pages are an excellent summary of basic ideas behind both the I Ching and feng shui, including Stems and Branches, and the calculation of a Four Pillar (ba zhai) chart. It is often said by Western commentators that the I Ching is good at predicting, but does not give exact times. The reverse is in fact true, and this ancient book can provide exact dates and time. The Mei Hua Method generates its hexagram from the time of the question, and analyses separately the top and bottom trigrams of the hexagram so generated. In fact this method is quite like Western horary astrology, a part of astrology that has fallen out of favour over the last two centuries. Far from being an obscure method, the Mei Hua is one of the most popular divination methods in China today. Jon provides some pretty amazing examples of how this method has given very specific answers, even in terms of numbers or dates to specific questions. Na Jia relates the trigrams to time as expressed by the Chinese solar calendar (specifically the Four Pillars), and to the hidden Heavenly Stems which are an important part of feng shui theory and practice. The Na Jia method is even more important, dating back over 2000 years, and is known in China as the 'orthodox school's great method'. It is not nearly as reliant upon the text of the I Ching as the other methods. There is greater depth to this method than is revealed in this book, but this book is definitely the place to start. The Authentic I Ching is unique in giving access to these methods, and should be read by anyone who wants to widen their knowledge of the I Ching beyond the fairly narrow perspective currently available in the West.
One day Workshop: Malluk -
Power places and shamanic traditions in the Andes Through the magical world of Pachamama (Mother Earth), we are able to be touched at our soul, a ceremony will be one of the ways to help in awakening our inner Sun. Learn to use some of the power instruments to make us stronger in our spiritual path and use the power places to increase your inner power. *Power places and shamanic traditions in the Andes
James Arévalo, known as Chaski, for any years. In 2000 he received another initiation. His name which honours his ancestors changed to Mallku - a name representing a higher level in his mission. He is an artist and an advocate of the Andean culture since very young. Since the 1980´s he co-authored books on natural medicine and Andean mysticism. Shamanic life led him to the spiritual communities of Peru and Brazil - furthering his experiences in the magical dimensions of pachamama and Wiracocha. This path of sensitivity has allowed him the messages of his ancestors. His artistic vision and spiritual wisdom is expressed through his books and photography. He captures natures expressions and presents his work in expositions and international conferences. He is the author of "Inka Initiation Path, The Awakening of the Puma", a successful work of Andean Wisdom and inner help. Mallku, is leading groups of studies about the ancient
Inka traditions, and his rediscovers about astronomical phenomena
at the power places of the Andes is useful for other academics researches.
He is a leader at his society, and actually is one of the directors
for the companies of special journeys in Cusco, is one of the directors
for the professionals tour guides in Cusco and recently was elected
as the new Director of the Mundial Association of Andean Writers
with see in Cusco.
Vedic Mathematics
Lecture, mental one line arithmetic, no more calculators! MAGIC SQUARE and
VEDIC MATHMATICS WORKSHOP:
Imagine in front of you some playing cards and the
ancient puzzle was to create a 3x3 square such that all columns,
rows and diagonals that have the same sum. As shown above, the Magic
Sum, aka the Magic Square Constant = 15. There is a treasure house
of knowledge encoded within this harmonic matrix that the ancients
knew and hid. Magic Squares for thousands of years have fascinated
many cultures and many great minds like Benjamin Franklin and Albrecht
Durer.
Sustainable
workshop, eco design Living sustainably is not just a word that is todays 'catch cry' but is an attitude to how we must show generations to come what to do and not do . We do this best by showing them the way by being and doing what is best for the planet . The planet is full of messages we just need to learn how to read again. What this workshop will do is take you to a place of peace to allow you to find you own design for living. We will explore the known and point out the obvious lessons we have forgotten to see the messages that point to the true path of understanding the places and spaces in which we choose to live. By supporting the environment and honouing the plane, we can choose to design and building structures that are healthy and environmentally sensitive to live in. In this workshop, we will explore the bedroom spaces by looking at removing all wiring and metal in a room. Bring tracing paper and pencils (not pens) and let us learn the 'art of feeling' as we design. When we design, we need some tools, geometry, feeling a sense of sacred space, to find a place that is not designed by the image or pushed in the media but to find the sacred sweet spot in our part of the world that allows our spirit to sing. Learn to 'feel' the trees and rocks and understand their patience and to be able to speak their language. It will be an interactive workshop, that will lead
you down your path to help point out the sign posts... to find the
sort in design and how anyone can take it on Living sustainably is not just a word that is todays 'catch cry' but is an attitude to how we must show generations to come what to do and not do . We do this best by showing them the way by being and doing what is best for the planet . The planet is full of messages we just need to learn how to read again.
Unfolding
the mysteries of the Feng Shui compass (An introduction) The Lo P’an is a very useful tool for feng shui surveys - it enables you to map the unseen influences and balance the clients horoscope to the dwelling. The Lo P’an incorporates the Taoist concept that Heaven (unseen influences) and Earth (manifested influences) should be in harmony for our wellbeing and prosperity. This school, as the name implies, analyses the directional aspects of a given site in terms of the relationship between the Five Elements, Eight Trigrams, Heavenly Stems, Earthly Branches and Constellations. It is said to have been developed by Wang Ci (1030-1050) of the Sung Dynasty and was practised in the relatively flat provinces of Fukien and Chekiang. Aim and objectives:
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Vedic
Mathematics Lecture, mental one line arithmetic, no more calculators!
The
Authentic I Ching The Three Classic Methods of Prediction
Sustainable
workshop, eco design
Power places and shamanic traditions in the Andes 
Unfolding
the mysteries of the Feng Shui compass (An introduction)
