The Force Monastery
Dec 15, 2018 16:59:57 GMT -7
Post by Darth Draconis on Dec 15, 2018 16:59:57 GMT -7
Aetius Visari, Sith Knight: Or "The Force Monastery", whichever you prefer, is an archive I've begun production on for the entirety (or at least of what I can find) of force realism. I've tried to make it as user friendly as possible without sacrificing pleasing aesthetics.
Link: www.forcemonastery.org
Link: www.forcemonastery.org
From the "About" section:
The Force Monastery (or more simply known as “The Monastery”) is an organization which represents a shift in thought and tradition within the force realist community. We seek to provide a simple but large resource for all students of force realism in order to aid them in their studies and journey to self-improvement.
The Monastery, founded in February of 2016, is unique in that it is one of the world’s largest, most in-depth, and up to date archives of force realism, as well as welcoming members from all aspects and walks of life to study in its halls so that they may gain a better and more wholesome knowledge of the force.
We believe that wisdom comes from knowing everything there is to know about a subject, and force realism is no different. In order to gain a greater respect for the movement, all sides must be studied and understood. As seekers of the truth, this is the only path for us. After all, as the fictional Emperor Palpatine once put it: “If one is to understand ‘the great mystery’ one must study all it’s aspects… If you wish to become a complete and wise leader, you must embrace a larger view of the force.”
Force realism is a spiritual movement that spans across two decades, during which many communities have risen and fallen, including Jedi Temples, Sith Orders, and smaller, more independent groups like the Shadows, Grays, Krath, and the Jensari (not to be confused with the Jensaarai).
Today only the philosophies and communities of the Jedi and Sith survive (with the exception of the Shadow Aspect at the Force Academy).
Though, there are a great many people out there who do not consider themselves to be Jedi or Sith, but still wish to be part of a meaningful community of like-minded individuals.
If you are one of those people who wishes to learn all there is to know about both Jediism and Sithism, as well as everything in between, then you are in the right place.
The Monastery, founded in February of 2016, is unique in that it is one of the world’s largest, most in-depth, and up to date archives of force realism, as well as welcoming members from all aspects and walks of life to study in its halls so that they may gain a better and more wholesome knowledge of the force.
We believe that wisdom comes from knowing everything there is to know about a subject, and force realism is no different. In order to gain a greater respect for the movement, all sides must be studied and understood. As seekers of the truth, this is the only path for us. After all, as the fictional Emperor Palpatine once put it: “If one is to understand ‘the great mystery’ one must study all it’s aspects… If you wish to become a complete and wise leader, you must embrace a larger view of the force.”
Force realism is a spiritual movement that spans across two decades, during which many communities have risen and fallen, including Jedi Temples, Sith Orders, and smaller, more independent groups like the Shadows, Grays, Krath, and the Jensari (not to be confused with the Jensaarai).
Today only the philosophies and communities of the Jedi and Sith survive (with the exception of the Shadow Aspect at the Force Academy).
Though, there are a great many people out there who do not consider themselves to be Jedi or Sith, but still wish to be part of a meaningful community of like-minded individuals.
If you are one of those people who wishes to learn all there is to know about both Jediism and Sithism, as well as everything in between, then you are in the right place.
I've checked in recently and this resource does seem to still be an active one. Visari last posted in October of this year with an update for those with an interest in the direction of his archive/resource:
October Update: Hello everyone,
As you’ve probably noticed, the website has a shiny new look! I’m a fan of elegant simplicity and I hope you enjoy it, too. (Besides, it’s more about the quality of the content than the flashy nature of its digital host.)
Speaking of quality, I’ve been going through a bit of a dilemma recently because, while it sounds like a great idea to include every piece of history and each individual essay or lecture that exists, it’s just simply not practical.
At the onset of this website, I had planned for such an archive; but as time goes on, I realize that there is a difference between historical value and that which is laudable and applicable.
Many of the earliest lectures from the advent of the Force Community are virtually indistinguishable from that of fiction and role-play, yet they are contextually necessary to understand the history and evolution of this movement. Meaning – they may not merit study for the purposes of application, but they do have a place in history for curious minds.
Thus, I’m working on a new framework for The Monastery in order to accommodate this distinction and to facilitate a better understanding of the community. (As well as for quality control.) I currently have no timeframe for this, as I am still in the brainstorming phase.
I am also hard at work on updating the website resources and databases, holocron sections, historical sections, as well as adding new lectures.
Down the line there are also plans for a forum, discord channel, and a training program for students.
In other words – the future is bright. Stay tuned for future updates.
Thank you,
Aetius Visari
Head of The Monastery
As you’ve probably noticed, the website has a shiny new look! I’m a fan of elegant simplicity and I hope you enjoy it, too. (Besides, it’s more about the quality of the content than the flashy nature of its digital host.)
Speaking of quality, I’ve been going through a bit of a dilemma recently because, while it sounds like a great idea to include every piece of history and each individual essay or lecture that exists, it’s just simply not practical.
At the onset of this website, I had planned for such an archive; but as time goes on, I realize that there is a difference between historical value and that which is laudable and applicable.
Many of the earliest lectures from the advent of the Force Community are virtually indistinguishable from that of fiction and role-play, yet they are contextually necessary to understand the history and evolution of this movement. Meaning – they may not merit study for the purposes of application, but they do have a place in history for curious minds.
Thus, I’m working on a new framework for The Monastery in order to accommodate this distinction and to facilitate a better understanding of the community. (As well as for quality control.) I currently have no timeframe for this, as I am still in the brainstorming phase.
I am also hard at work on updating the website resources and databases, holocron sections, historical sections, as well as adding new lectures.
Down the line there are also plans for a forum, discord channel, and a training program for students.
In other words – the future is bright. Stay tuned for future updates.
Thank you,
Aetius Visari
Head of The Monastery
