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The Cause of Modern Catholic Confusion
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Getting Started with Ancient Natural Philosophy and Medicine
In modern consumer society, most people have no idea what substances are in their bodies at any time because they consume complex products in a way that men never did in world history. When modern men read ancient texts in natural philosophy or medicine, they can’t comprehend what they’re reading or how it could be…
Compost Time
Garden bed turned over, ready for compost. It’s time to get to work preparing garden soil for the Spring. Growing fertile soil is the most important part of responsible self-sufficiency, and we’re tempted to neglect it to rush ahead to cooler activities we’re interested in. We have to resist this temptation. On our farm, we…
Garlic
Garlic cloves are planted in the fall. More than just a source of flavoring, garlic is one of the most important plants in the garden. Pliny listed over 60 known remedies provided by garlic. Garlic cloves for planting can be purchased easily online. Note that “hardneck” varieties are recommended for colder climates and “softneck” for…
The Seasons and the Stars
Signs and seasons. © William C. Michael, 2022 “The year is divided into four periods or seasons, the recurrence of which is indicated by the increase or diminution of the daylight. Immediately after the winter solstice the days begin to increase, and by the time of the vernal equinox, or in other words, in ninety…
Temperance and Health
Pliny (23-79 AD) “The most wholesome nutriment for man is plain food. An accumulation of flavours is injurious, and still more so, if heightened by sauces. All acrid elements are difficult of digestion, and the same is the case if food is devoured greedily, or in too large quantities. Food is also less easily digested…