Dr. Alexander Goulden
Dr. Alexander Goulden
Dr. Alexander Goulden
Dr. Goulden, a Cambridge educated scholar, takes an individualistic approach to market analysis, focusing on deep principles and exploring trading techniques based on foundational systems. This deep, many layered approach provides non-correlated confirmation of Gann from different angles, such as financial astrology based on ancient systems.
Gann Theory
Gann Theory
Gann Theory
We maintain the largest collection of secondary works on Gann Theory in the world, publishing many books written by top Gann experts and experienced Gann traders. We continually review work by other Gann experts, filtering out the highest quality material for inclusion in our catalog in order to satisfy the needs of our demanding clientele.
The Square
THE SQUARE: Quantitative Analysis of Financial Price Structure - By Catalin Plapcianu
THE SQUARE: Quantitative Analysis of Financial Price Structure - By Catalin Plapcianu
The Square: Quantitative Analysis Of Financial Price Structure by Catalin Plapcianu develops the science behind Gann's Squaring of Price and Time. Proves that financial markets are mathematically controlled and predictable. A deep insight into Gann and Baumring's deepest system which tracks energy through the space/time matrix.
Polarity Factor System
The Polarity Factor System - By Daniele Prandelli
The Polarity Factor System - By Daniele Prandelli
The Polarity Factor System, An Integrated Forecasting & Trading Strategy Inspired by W. D. Gann's Master Time Factor, by Daniele Prandelli conveys the strategy and tools that Prandelli uses to generate a consistent 10% a month trading. A proven system with Advanced Risk Management Rules & time turning points based on Gann's cycle theory.
Secret Societies
Secret Societies
Secret Societies
Private groups and organizations that specialized in particularly practices and studies within their groups. These can range from the Freemasons to the Rosicrucians, the Alchemists, Temple Initiates and more….
Translation Society
Translation Society - Metaphysics
Translation Society - Metaphysics
Metaphysics We have completed several translations of important books on metaphysics. These include 4 works on universal harmonics by Hans Kayser, as well as "The Archeometer, a Key to All Science", "The Natural Architecture, the essence of Hermetic and Pythagorean science" and Eberhard Wortmann’s "Law of the Cosmos".
Calendar Systems
Calendar Systems
Calendar Systems
Most people never give thought to the idea of a calendar and how we organise the passage of time. The days of the weeks and months, and the number of months each year are important influences on our experience of reality. We present many works on the exploration and meaning of time vis numerous calendar systems.
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The Sacred Science Translation Society began in 2004 as a project to translate a collection of the most important and rare works on Cosmology & Esoteric Science into English. Through Angel DonorsSubscribtion Contributions we raised over $40,000 to translate famous foreign masterpieces from French & German on critical subjects in Harmonics, Geometry, Esoteric Mathematics, & Ancient Cosmology.
Hans Kayser was one of the 20th century's leading scientists who made a profound mathematical, geometric and philosophical study of the Science of Harmonics. Now finally avaible in English though our Translation Society, Kayser's series of works explore the deepest principles of Pythagorean Harmony & Order.  His profound research reveals critical insights into Gann Theory & The Law of Vibration.
Our second translation is a French masterpiece on the establishment of a "Golden Rule" according to the principles of Tantrism, Taoism, Pythagoreanism, & the Kabala, serving to fulfill the Laws of Universal Harmony & contributing to the accomplishment of the Great Work. It develops a system of correspondences between the symbolic, geometrical, mathematical & astronomical systems of architecture of the ancient world.
The Law Of The Cosmos: The Divine Harmony According To Plato's Republic/Timeaus. The Platonic Riddle Of Numbers Solved contains hundreds of the most sophisticated diagrams on Sacred Geometry, Pythagorean & Platonic Number Theory, Harmonics & Astronomy with analysis & elaboration of Universal Order & Cosmic Law. Herman Hesse called him a Magisterludi of the Glass Bead Game.
THE ARCHEOMETER: Key To All The Religions & Sciences of Antiquity, Synthetic Reformation of All Contemporary Arts. The Archeometer is the instrument used by the Ancients for the formation of the esoteric Canon of ancient Art and Science in its various architectural, musical, scientific forms. A highly respected elaborations of the Universal System, by one of the great esotericists of the 19th century.
W.D. Gann Works
W.D. Gann Works
W.D. Gann Works
We stock the complete collection of the works of W.D. Gann. His private courses represent the most important of his writings, going into much greater detail than the public book series. Our 6 Volume set of Gann's Collected Writings includes supplementary rare source materials, and is the most reliable compliation of Gann's unadulterated vital work.
Dr. Jerome Baumring
Dr. Jerome Baumring
Dr. Jerome Baumring
The work of Dr. Baumring is the core inspiration upon which this entire website is based. Baumring is the only known modern person to have cracked the code behind WD Gann’s system of trading and market order. Baumring found and elaborated the system of scientific cosmology at the root of Gann’s Law of Vibration. There is no other Gann teaching that gets close to the depth of Baumring’s work.
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Science
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A Collection of Scientific Books Compiled by Gann for His Students
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Sacred Science
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An Analysis Of The Pyramid & Interpretation Of Its Significance.

An Interpretation & Elucidation Of The Radiant Prophecies & Allied Messages Of The Holy Bible & Great Pyramid Of Gizeh.

A Rare Work From W. D. Gann's Recommended Reading List.

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Sacred Science
Book ID: 180
Publication Date: 1854
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Numerous Geometrical Constructions. One of the few great circle squaring treatises seeking the true measure of Pi.

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Cosmological Economics
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Publication Date: 1989
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The Complete Gann 1-9 Course Manuals. Compiled by Dr. Jerome Baumring with Notes on W. D. Gann's Hidden Material: The Complete Gann 1-9 Lecture Notes
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The Nine Gann Course Manuals Compiled by Dr. Baumring contain his selection of excerpts of the clearest presentations of the primary conceptual material necessary for understanding the law of vibration as taught by W. D. Gann.

There are 9 Course Manuals in total, presenting the research material and theoretical foundations of what Baumring taught at each seminar. These contain over 5000 pages of critical informaiton that provides the foundation to understand W. D. Gann's complete scientific system behind the markets.

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Sacred Science
Book ID: 222
Publication Date: 1927
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The Stars, How and Where They Influence. The Earth in the Heavens. A New Concept of Sign Rulership. Astrological Dictionary & Self-reading Horoscope
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An Important Series From W. D. Gann's Recommended Reading List. The Stars, How And Where They Influence.

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Publication Date: 1655
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This Is The Edition Of Agrippa Used By Gann Including The Important First Book On Natural Magic Or Physics: Divination, & Their Power.

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The Occult Virtue Of Things Which Are In Them Only In Their Life Time, And Such As Remain In Them Even After Their Death. The Occult Or Magical Virtue Of All Things. Fourth Book Of Occult Philosophy, Magical Ceremonies. 1655, 93p.

Applied Occult Science, This Work Is An Excellent Epilogue To Agrippa's Complete Work.

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The Occult Virtue Of Things Which Are In Them Only In Their Life Time, And Such As Remain In Them Even After Their Death. The Occult Or Magical Virtue Of All Things. Fourth Book Of Occult Philosophy, Magical Ceremonies. 1655, 93p.

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Dewey's Cycle Analysis
How To Make a Cycle Analysis - By Edward Dewey
How To Make a Cycle Analysis - By Edward Dewey
How to Make a Cycle Analysis. By Edward R. Dewey. Written in 1955 as a correspondence course, this how-to manual provides step-by-step instructions on all elements of cycle analysis, including how to identify, measure, isolate and evaluate cycles. The most detailed cycle course ever written, by the founder of the Foundation For The Study of Cycles.
Law of Cause & Effect
The Law of Cause and Effect - By Daniele Prandelli
The Law of Cause and Effect - By Daniele Prandelli
The Law of Cause and Effect, Creating a Planetary Price Time Map of Market Action, by Daniele Prandelli. This course presents the correct application of W. D. Gann's Planetary Longitude Lines, using a proprietary conversion factor to properly tune them by sympathetic resonance to any market! One of Gann's most powerful trading techniques.
Sepharial's Articles
Sepharial’s Kaleidoscope - Articles from British Journal of Astrology
Sepharial’s Kaleidoscope - Articles from British Journal of Astrology
Sepharial's Kaleidoscope. A Monthly Column from the British Astrology Journal. Walter Gorn Old, 1111 pages. This was a centerpiece of the British Journal of Astrology, 6 pages of each 16 page issue. Sepharial wrote the column for 22 years, and it represents the bulk of Sepharial's work including some of his best and most revealing writings.
Dr. Baumring Seminars
"Gann Harmony" The Law of Vibration - Gann 1-9 Seminars - By Dr. Jerome Baumring
"Gann Harmony" The Law of Vibration - Gann 1-9 Seminars - By Dr. Jerome Baumring
Gann Harmony: The Law Of Vibration, A Distillation of the Wisdom and Insights of W. D. Gann. The Investment Centre Gann Seminars, Volumes 1-9. The most important Gann Course, from Baumring who cracked Gann's complete system. A study of the Cosmological System behind Gann's work. A PhD study in Gann Science!
Richard Scott
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View our Richard Scott pages
Scott dedicated 7 years to analyze 100 years of Dow Jones data to decode the causative effect of planetary influences. He analyzed the background energetic effects of astrological elements to project influences. His methods need NO prior astrological knowledge nor the use of a horoscope to trade the Global Index, Stock, Futures and FOREX markets.
Petrus Talemarianus
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View our Petrus Talemarianus pages
A masterpiece on the Golden Rule according to principles of Tantrism, Taoism, Kabala, and Pythagoreanism serving to fulfill the Laws of Universal Harmony and aiding accomplishment of the Great Work. It develops a system of correspondences in symbolic, geometric, mathematical and astronomical systems of architecture of the ancient world.
Anthroposophical Science
Anthroposophical Science
Anthroposophical Science
Rudolf Steiner, founder of the Waldorf Schools, developed Anthroposophy, a science based on psychic perception of hidden elements in nature and reality. Olive Whicher and George Adams extended projective geometry into a study of spiritual to material spaces. Students of Gann find invaluable insights into Steiner's system, as taught by Dr. Baumring.
Metaphysical Biography
Biography
Biography
One can learn much by studying the lives and achievements of the great thinkers who have shaped human history and culture. In our biographical library we have a collection of rare texts which complement theoretical study by allowing deeper insight into the characters and deeds of many significant philosophers.
Glass Bead Game
Glass Bead Game
Glass Bead Game
This derives from a book by Hermann Hesse, representing an underlying symbolic cosmology that is the basis of all science, philosophy, spirituality and thought. Hesse imagines a game created using universal symbols to represent flows of thought or information. This is a metaphor for systems of esoteric symbolism underlying all knowledge.
Yoga
Yoga
Yoga
Yoga is an Indian system of human development with many branches and schools. The word Yoga means "yoke", as in yoking a horse to a carriage, and Yoga gives methods for man to link himself to the Divine. Yogic systems include Laya Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Raja Yoga, Jnana Yoga, Kriya Yoga and Karma Yoga.
4th Dimension
4th Dimension
4th Dimension
Much science from the 1800’s postulated a 4th Dimension, often considered to represent Time, in relationship to 3-Dimensional space. Gann himself posited the idea of space itself being a 4th dimension in the markets, which requires the Gann theorist to become familiar with complex and often metaphysical theories of extended dimensionality.
Number Theory
Number Theory
Number Theory
Esoteric and Pythagorean sciences love to play with the value and meaning of numbers, from the complex mathematical theories of the Platonists, via Fibonacci’s ideas, to number progressions, ratios, proportions, sequences, and chaos theory. We specialize in the overlap of numerical and esoteric systems positing a more integrated cosmology.
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