Biodynamics
The principles that Rudolf Steiner brought into the world through Biodynamics are harmonious to the spiritual wisdom of the past that arose in the context of human interaction with Nature.
Natural ecology developed through constant interaction between humans and the demands of seasonal changes. When people found out what worked they stayed with it. Alchemical science formed these hard won insights into rational systems based on the complex rhythms of natural phenomena. Systems of plant and animal husbandry based on alchemical four elements theory sought tempering between seasonal tasks and natural fluctuations that resulted in crop pathology cycles.
The articles in this section are focused on gardening. They are based on findings of contemporary plant horticulture blended with alchemical insights. The goal is to present practical means for minimizing labor and maximizing health for those who work the land.
Principles
Artisanal agriculture is based on small scale methods. The illusory power over nature that drives large scale agriculture can be seen in a five hundred…
For even the most ardent supporters of Biodynamic agriculture understanding the BD preps is challenging. For instance, it is difficult for a business owner to…
In this series by Dennis Klocek, he outlines a different way to look at health science through the temperaments. Part 1: Phase Theory and Element…
Dennis teaches us about the most important plant rhythm, solar length of day, and how that can be used in planning your planting calendar.
Recent research on the relationship between climate change and plant growth has revealed an unusual paradox. It seems that the more CO2 a plant has…
Articles
In this detailed tutorial, Dennis demonstrates how to convert a standard four-gallon pressure cooker into an effective essential oil distilling apparatus. (For more on its…
In the growth of medicinal and culinary plants the balance between two fundamental hormonal influences is a valuable key to enhancing both medicinal properties as…
Liposomes can trap both hydrophobic and hydrophilic substances and unstable compounds (for example, antimicrobials, antioxidants, flavors and bioactive elements). Proteins creating transport channels across phospholipid…
In the inner work of developing your consciousness, there is a stage of development called “etheric vision”. This concept is found in many forms in…
Editor’s Note: Dennis uses a sidereal ephemeris to determine the dates for each constellation in which the sun is active. The sidereal ephemeris takes into…
Most human beings tend to value thinking as the most powerful human soul capacity because most problems are addressed through some level of thinking. Underneath…
Nature is a broad array of events. As a result, there are many kinds of nature experiences. It is useful to consider which “nature” we…
Dennis Klocek is an artist, scientist, teacher, researcher, gardener, and alchemist. He lives and works in Sacramento, California and is Director of the Consciousness Studies…
Creating the Parsley Extract for the “maturing” spray.
