Just as no organ of the human body can function if it is cut off from the other organs, so also does the vital organ of earth we call the Amazon depend on surrounding ecosystems. One of these critical relationships is with the Andes mountains. Animals (and over a longer timescale, plants) migrate up and down the slopes of the Andes into the rainforest dependingon climatic conditions. The Andes are one reason why the Amazon has been so resilient over a hundred million years. Today the connection between the two regions has nearly been severed by a 2000 mile long development corridor. The only undisturbed connection is a narrow corridor of land in Ecuador.
Thank you so much for writing about this. I am retired and live in northern Ecuador. This country is so special and so important. It must be protected at all costs.
Love this! Thank you so much, Charles, for this beautiful dialogue. It’s inspiring.
And I want you to take care of yourself during these interviews have a glass of water around! I’ve noticed in many of your interviews that something gets caught in your throat. Just want to make sure that you’re comfortable.
Beautiful. Great organization that has the right concerns and does things in sensitive manner. I will make a donation.
There's only one thing that irked me: towards the end of the interview, Ms Allen, very whole heartedly and casually invites Charles to visit and offers to '' bring him down here''. NO! WHY? NO Longer! We collectively- and this is doubly true among environmetally conscious people- have to stop taking planes just for fun! THis HAS to be a thing of the past. Going to the Andes probably pollutes more than a midsize car for a whole year! We have to stop this madness! Stay home and go trekking on the nearby mountain or go to the beach or something, but, REFRAIN from taking another plane! It seems that no one even considers this: Aside from Greta Thunberg I hardly hear from anyone who will vouch to not taking planes if not absolutely necessary. Am I an extremist for advocating this? Please Charles, DON'T go to the Andes just to visit!!!
Sorry for this rant... I just can't anymore... All the planes, no one caring...
Rudolf Steiner spoke about how the Andes-Amazon region would explicitly come to express the workings of the anti-Christ in the world. This has proven to be exact when we consider the 2000 mile expansion project in the 20th century. This is designed to express ecological starvation, with worldwide consequences . Thus, this becomes part of the Sorathian Mystery of the Apocalypse. When we consider the narrow corridor of land in Ecuador, and how to preserve it, this can be likened to when Alexander the Great arose to such a state of enlightenment in the Greek era, some 300 years before Christ, that he was compelled to open up the so-called, "Hellenistic Corridor" to the Promised Land for the Jews. I see a parallel of significance here in the same kind of gesture. If we can focus what amounts to a Christic kind of recognition of a place that can be saved, then does not consciousness arise for whatever else ails the world? Even the past can be redeemed of its indiscretions.
Really interesting comment. I’m not familiar with the Sorathian Mystery of the Apocalypse ala Steiner. It certainly sounds like the Andes-Amazon connection is a critical life support systen for the vitality of the Earth and our collective consciousness.
I would encourage you to read here about how the collective consciousness works in the world that would eliminate all evil. As such, America is a focal point for something known as the "Ahrimanic Double", which is expressed by the Rocky Mountains, which conjoin with the Andes as a Cordillera. Thus, true medicine is a matter of geography which has been enlightened. America is revealed here as failing its medical exam, except for those who follow the corridor, which can be likened to Matthew 7:13-14.
Remember, it was Alexander the Great who forged the previous corridor in the Hellenistic era. It had the effect of bringing the Hebrews, freed again from a Persian captivity, further toward the Promised Land.
Hi Steve, I actually went digging and found these very lectures by R. Steiner! I read Lecture 1 yesterday and was taking some time to digest it. I look forward to reading Lecture II and appreciate you providing the link and some further context.
Hi Erin. I had a sense that your interest in the Sorathian Mystery should not be left vacant, and yet I know that obscurities abound with our friends here in the Eisenstein theater of operation. To be reading this particular Steiner course, as we speak, takes my breath away. Very difficult material. Cheers.
Thank you for helping raise awareness on this subject matter Charles.
I have a friend who is doing some important work in regenerating the rainforest in the cloud forest of Ecuador. She is using regenerative agroforestry techniques to also simultaneously grow food and sell some amazing regeneratively grown Cacao.
Anyone reading this who is interested in supporting her work (while also getting access to some amazing quality superfood) can buy some of her regeneratively grown Cacao beans here: https://www.sdvforest.com/buy
I also wrote an article that focuses on Theobroma Cacao (exploring it's natural habitat, ecological niche, health benefits to humans, agricultural history and potential as an ally species in regenerating forests) here:
Typography is of little concern in this fumble-finger world. What matters is to forge other pockets of communal expression of love in a world that is being ravaged. Rudolf Steiner envisioned where it would be necessary to create communes of this kind, i.e., islands in the Sun, where geography is held sacred. Biodynamics is an agricultural movement that exists to redeem the world in the true spirit of the Redeemer. It also tells of what it means to be a Manichee in the true sense. Evil can only be converted by existing in order to realize that Love has no opposite. Freedom can only extend itself by having evil to convert. This is the present dilemma, and its challenge.
Exquisite carelessness. Do you think he actually celebrates Hanukkah with eight days of holy silence? I think he sees Israel as the haymaker with a lot of American support, and both of which, he deplores. Good to have a year-end festival in order to see the further causes go with silence. Some even see Christmas as the savior who has the last word, and maybe this time will especially echo the meaning of peace. 2024. Someone reminded me that Yasser Arafat died twenty years ago, and maybe he had a meaning by today's standards.
Care is the essential difference between chanting slogans and communicating ideas.
The worst thing that can happen to a good idea is for a careless person steeped in the cant to sling around associated terms without definition or context.
We could learn much from Mr. Eisenstein about writing to the understanding of our readers.
Hi Alan. I certainly agree with this kind of assessment. Let it be for all of us to assess the present climate of the world. For example, right now, the US government is seeing the need to duly criticize the Israel attack on the Palestinians. This is the beginning of the light in seeing the error of its ways, both Israel and America. Nobody wants to fight, especially at Christmas. Yet, it is the denial of Christ that is at the centerpiece of this conflict between two monotheistic powers; Judaism and Islam. Only Christ can decide, and maybe Mr. Eisenstein needs a lesson for the future that he holds so dear. This is even expected. He remembers his father, which is a start.
For any of you who feel called to donate to AAC, here's a link for you! https://aaconserve.org/give-now/
And please reach out to me if you have any questions. rebecca.allen@aaconserve.org
Thank you so much for writing about this. I am retired and live in northern Ecuador. This country is so special and so important. It must be protected at all costs.
Love this! Thank you so much, Charles, for this beautiful dialogue. It’s inspiring.
And I want you to take care of yourself during these interviews have a glass of water around! I’ve noticed in many of your interviews that something gets caught in your throat. Just want to make sure that you’re comfortable.
Keep up the good work, thank you 🙏
A country. may be judged by it's people.My travels to Argentina, Mexico, Costa Rica was delightful bcause of it's warm lovely people.
Beautiful. Great organization that has the right concerns and does things in sensitive manner. I will make a donation.
There's only one thing that irked me: towards the end of the interview, Ms Allen, very whole heartedly and casually invites Charles to visit and offers to '' bring him down here''. NO! WHY? NO Longer! We collectively- and this is doubly true among environmetally conscious people- have to stop taking planes just for fun! THis HAS to be a thing of the past. Going to the Andes probably pollutes more than a midsize car for a whole year! We have to stop this madness! Stay home and go trekking on the nearby mountain or go to the beach or something, but, REFRAIN from taking another plane! It seems that no one even considers this: Aside from Greta Thunberg I hardly hear from anyone who will vouch to not taking planes if not absolutely necessary. Am I an extremist for advocating this? Please Charles, DON'T go to the Andes just to visit!!!
Sorry for this rant... I just can't anymore... All the planes, no one caring...
Rudolf Steiner spoke about how the Andes-Amazon region would explicitly come to express the workings of the anti-Christ in the world. This has proven to be exact when we consider the 2000 mile expansion project in the 20th century. This is designed to express ecological starvation, with worldwide consequences . Thus, this becomes part of the Sorathian Mystery of the Apocalypse. When we consider the narrow corridor of land in Ecuador, and how to preserve it, this can be likened to when Alexander the Great arose to such a state of enlightenment in the Greek era, some 300 years before Christ, that he was compelled to open up the so-called, "Hellenistic Corridor" to the Promised Land for the Jews. I see a parallel of significance here in the same kind of gesture. If we can focus what amounts to a Christic kind of recognition of a place that can be saved, then does not consciousness arise for whatever else ails the world? Even the past can be redeemed of its indiscretions.
Really interesting comment. I’m not familiar with the Sorathian Mystery of the Apocalypse ala Steiner. It certainly sounds like the Andes-Amazon connection is a critical life support systen for the vitality of the Earth and our collective consciousness.
I would encourage you to read here about how the collective consciousness works in the world that would eliminate all evil. As such, America is a focal point for something known as the "Ahrimanic Double", which is expressed by the Rocky Mountains, which conjoin with the Andes as a Cordillera. Thus, true medicine is a matter of geography which has been enlightened. America is revealed here as failing its medical exam, except for those who follow the corridor, which can be likened to Matthew 7:13-14.
https://rsarchive.org/Lectures/GA178/English/MP1986/19171116p01.html
Remember, it was Alexander the Great who forged the previous corridor in the Hellenistic era. It had the effect of bringing the Hebrews, freed again from a Persian captivity, further toward the Promised Land.
Hi Steve, I actually went digging and found these very lectures by R. Steiner! I read Lecture 1 yesterday and was taking some time to digest it. I look forward to reading Lecture II and appreciate you providing the link and some further context.
Hi Erin. I had a sense that your interest in the Sorathian Mystery should not be left vacant, and yet I know that obscurities abound with our friends here in the Eisenstein theater of operation. To be reading this particular Steiner course, as we speak, takes my breath away. Very difficult material. Cheers.
Wonderful news.Much needed.
Thank you for helping raise awareness on this subject matter Charles.
I have a friend who is doing some important work in regenerating the rainforest in the cloud forest of Ecuador. She is using regenerative agroforestry techniques to also simultaneously grow food and sell some amazing regeneratively grown Cacao.
You can learn more about her work here: https://www.sdvforest.com/agroforestry/rewild-regenerate-or-reforest
Anyone reading this who is interested in supporting her work (while also getting access to some amazing quality superfood) can buy some of her regeneratively grown Cacao beans here: https://www.sdvforest.com/buy
I also wrote an article that focuses on Theobroma Cacao (exploring it's natural habitat, ecological niche, health benefits to humans, agricultural history and potential as an ally species in regenerating forests) here:
https://gavinmounsey.substack.com/p/theobroma-cacao-mana-from-the-rain
Great to see young people doing meaningful work!
Charles, just a couple.
Conservancy, not Conservency
Environmental, not envrionemental
Thanks for a fine post.
Typography is of little concern in this fumble-finger world. What matters is to forge other pockets of communal expression of love in a world that is being ravaged. Rudolf Steiner envisioned where it would be necessary to create communes of this kind, i.e., islands in the Sun, where geography is held sacred. Biodynamics is an agricultural movement that exists to redeem the world in the true spirit of the Redeemer. It also tells of what it means to be a Manichee in the true sense. Evil can only be converted by existing in order to realize that Love has no opposite. Freedom can only extend itself by having evil to convert. This is the present dilemma, and its challenge.
No one writes like Eisenstein without learning an exquisite carefulness. If he reads his comments, he’ll appreciate the good word.
The gist of what you seem to mean sounds true and kind: the sum of reasonable expectation.
Exquisite carelessness. Do you think he actually celebrates Hanukkah with eight days of holy silence? I think he sees Israel as the haymaker with a lot of American support, and both of which, he deplores. Good to have a year-end festival in order to see the further causes go with silence. Some even see Christmas as the savior who has the last word, and maybe this time will especially echo the meaning of peace. 2024. Someone reminded me that Yasser Arafat died twenty years ago, and maybe he had a meaning by today's standards.
Care is the essential difference between chanting slogans and communicating ideas.
The worst thing that can happen to a good idea is for a careless person steeped in the cant to sling around associated terms without definition or context.
We could learn much from Mr. Eisenstein about writing to the understanding of our readers.
Hi Alan. I certainly agree with this kind of assessment. Let it be for all of us to assess the present climate of the world. For example, right now, the US government is seeing the need to duly criticize the Israel attack on the Palestinians. This is the beginning of the light in seeing the error of its ways, both Israel and America. Nobody wants to fight, especially at Christmas. Yet, it is the denial of Christ that is at the centerpiece of this conflict between two monotheistic powers; Judaism and Islam. Only Christ can decide, and maybe Mr. Eisenstein needs a lesson for the future that he holds so dear. This is even expected. He remembers his father, which is a start.
Thank you for your concern for my chosen retirement, and final, destination on this earth.
So important.