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-^Chapter Eleven^
HAD WE INCLUDED ALL OF WHAT THE
ANCIENT philosophers, who specialized in this art,
wrote on this subject, the book would have been
very long. The purpose is to limit the text to what is
essential for the seeker of knowledge and researcher in this
field. This is to let you think for yourself and when the vision of
this art becomes clear to you, do not disclose it to others. You
should also know that only he who does not make a living out
of this art, enjoys dealing with this art. Accordingly, such a
person only deals with and reflects on this art to become
distinguished. Many people do not appreciate the time it takes
the astrologer to study and research this science. Since we know
that this time is beyond the limits of the celestial sphere itself,
how can we expect it to be within the capabilities of the
astrologer? If he reaches the right conclusion, he will not be
commended, but, if he fails, he will be insulted. Therefore, you
should hot reveal this secret to the public. The wise achieved
these spiritual arts only through hard work, long tiring effort
and sharp intellect. It is through sharp intellect that the wise
may come across the right conclusion among the various and
contradicting views and through the strong potential to correct
it. This is an efficient process of analysis of which the right view
is a type of reflection. In conclusion, this is the speaking of the
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