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Ancient Future Paperback – Illustrated, December 7, 2000

by Wayne B. Chandler (Author), Ivan Van Sertima (Introduction)

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Ancient Future celebrates the wisdom of those ancient civilizations that did not disassociate the philosophical, spiritual, and material realms of life. This book is an attempt to re-create this holistic experience in hopes that a synthesized view of life will become reality in the 21st century.

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Ancient Future is a compelling look at our past, present and future. -- Dick Gregory, Activist / Author

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in ancient future, chandler has blended all his skillls and interests to tell a remarkable and original story. twelve years ago, i was introduced to this promising young scholar who became part of a team working to revise the way african history is told and taught. i am proud to see him finding his own unique voice in this work--a vision of hope born through an understanding of the need for unity and peace between the races of man on the brink of a new millenium.

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Publisher : Black Classic Press; Illustrated edition (December 7, 2000)
Language : English
Paperback : 230 pages
ISBN-10 : 1574780018
ISBN-13 : 978-1574780017
Item Weight : 14.4 ounces
Dimensions : 5.9 x 0.6 x 8.9 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #155,020 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #126 in Ancient Egyptians History
- #369 in Greek & Roman Philosophy (Books)
- #4,680 in Sociology (Books)

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camilia04

Beautiful Display of the Hermetic Principles

Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2016

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Outstanding research and display of the Hermetic/Tehuti principles. I read the Kybalion prior to this read and what I enjoy most about this book is the historical examples he uses and Science to explain each principal. From a historical perspective many can argue about what culture or group of people have done the greatest travesties to mankind.I think the message of this book is being misconstrued as his bias when all he has done was give historical evidence as to how the barbaric practices began...keyword began. As human beings in this era we have fallen short with our level of spirituality and higher consciousness because we focus on the "I" of our ego as one of the principles states. The message is clear in this book and Chandler gives credit where credit is due to the Egyptians but the lesson has to manifest into reality so we all as human beings can live in a peacful state and love one another without judgement or prejudice and respect the Earth the Universe.

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Persis

Very Informative and Worth Reading

Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2020

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I bought this book for a class I was taking during my junior year of college. The class I took was called History of the African-American Spirit. I ended up learning a lot about black history through this book. One of the parts that stood out to me was a section that provided an explanation of how black people became victims of racism which still remains a problem. It doesn't just focus on racism. It also provides an explanation of how women were seen as second-class citizens to men and how this remains an issue for women around the world. I'm not gonna spoil it for anyone who wants to read it, but the explanations were very informative and I learned a lot from it. Besides being a book that's worth reading, it arrived on time for my class. It also arrived in good condition.

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jrfool

Senior Truths seem simple sense but...

Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2020

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In 60+ years of looking for better truths that were workable I have now come across this good book. I got a lot out of chemistry and environmental sciences in dealing with the physical universe. I got much out of LaoTzu, Buddha, Blatavatski, and even Hubbard in exploring my own universe and the mechanics of the physical and my mental universe. These seven pillars of wisdom can unite all areas of existence.

I concur with the thesis that simple and senior truth/knowledge came from the same locales and peoples that put homo whatever on the path that led us to become the us of today.

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Awakening the Conscious Mind

Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2018

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This book is revealing what was, what is, and what is to be. Change is constant. I recommend this book to all the Truth Seekers especially to my Black brothers and sisters who have lost their way since being brought out of Africa.

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Star Evolution

Truth Justice Peace

Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2015

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Reading this cause me to have peacefulness in my soul that I haven't felt in a while. The way Chandler revels the ancient teachings of Kemet is unprecedented and authentic. This book is rare opportunity to study with a true master. It almost feels as if he is the reincarnated soul of citizen teach of ancient Kemet. Don't miss your chance to train with him through the pages of this book. I finished in 2 days and will be using at as a guide for my life and my children's life. This my son's next reading assignment for sure.

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Stella Scorp

Origin of the Laws of the Universe, and Pre-Cursor to all The Secret and Conscious Creation Texts!!

Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2017

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WOW!! My mind has been blown. This book is the pre-cursor to all the Law of Attraction, Conscious Creation texts out there. Chandler does an outstanding job explaining how Ancient African civilizations not only discovered the 7 Secrets of the Laws of the Universe, but how they used this knowledge to thrive! This is applicable to live consciously in any era. These 7 Laws of the foundation of all the successful ancient civilizations around the world. He introduces us to the 7 Laws, then elaborates on them further in each chapter, explaining how this knowledge spread from Africa to influence Greek, Chinese, and Indian civilizations/cultures (to name a few). Chandler's references are sound. The notes and bibliography open up a whole new library for you to explore. Thank you Wayne Chandler for this gem! Be sure to have your highlighter, and post-it notes ready!

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A must read! Very refreshing and I am very ...

Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2017

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A must read! Very refreshing and I am very appreciative of the authors knowledge of ancient history that mainstream western society always ignores. Everyone should read this book!

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Patrizia Trotta

Some sections reveal some personal bias

Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2014

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I found this book very informative and thought-provoking and certainly to be highly recommended. Some reflections about the misdeeds of the White race might be disturbing, but reflect the truth - or some aspects of it seen through a specific lens. I am not sure I subscribe to the notion of IndoEuropeans and their existence, which is still debated. Let's just say that the book is certainly well researched, somewhat biased, but too intelligent to be easily dismissed. And very well written, too.

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John M Fisher

Hermeticism for the modern days

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 11, 2020

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I've been mentally debating buying, and reading, this book for a couple of years and finally the time felt right.
Boy am I glad it did - this is a fascinating exploration of the Hermetic principles and their relevance to late 20th century society.

As someone eminently comfortable with Hermetic principles I found the actual overview of the key principles of Hermeticism to be really accessible and understandable. These principles are then expanded with sections of varying lengths devoted to each. These sections contain more recent examples and additional information to make each principle come to life from a modern perspectives. Sometimes I felt that the author's personal beliefs came through and affected his vision and found some examples more relevant than others (however this was, in the main, excused by virtue of the amount of new information contained).

However reading this 20 years after its publication date left me wanting a 2nd edition just to bring some of the elements up to date (especially the "Rhythm" section) with socio-environmental changes at the moment.

J. Spencer

Know Thyself

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 6, 2017

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I've read quite a few books on hermetics and this author was one of the few able to break down the hermetic laws in great detail while staying in an easy to read format. As a student of esoteric knowledge I've got to say It's amazing work. It should be in every serious students library. As the saying goes 'History was written by the victors'. I find that most information on Tehuti/ HermesTrismagistus/ Thoth and the Hermetic Principles are tied to greek even European influences. This book seems to be one of the very few that addresses the fact that this information originated in ancient Egypt and Kush. 'Know Thyself' has long been a phrase accredited to Plato and the Delphi Temple. That is ironic because Plato studied in the Egyptian city of Alexandria. The important phrase, as well as the hermetic tradition, originated on the African continent. The most impressive thing for me is through reading the book I was able to see the principles themselves shine a light on a much more connected way of life between all sentient beings and on all planes. I still have a lot to learn and iIt is possible i'm looking through rose tinted glasses but it kind of puts today's society to shame. Buy the book you wont be disappointed.

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Michael

Great insightful read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 23, 2018

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Really love this books as it introduces you to the 7 hemetic laws in practical understandable scenarios. This is definitely a book to have im your library on your road to finding out who you are as well as history.

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Matt

Must read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 28, 2020

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Such a great read. If anyone read The Kybalion and was left confused I recommend this book as it goes in depth about sever Hermetic principles. Also very valuable history teachings.

Jason Neish

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 28, 2018

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great product and service

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