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<div><i>"The act of chance and the nature of change as depicted in Chapter 24, Reflects Syd and his peers’ fascination with the I-Ching, which situates us solidly in a period of the 60s when an interest in Eastern religions was percolating over. A syncretic religion was being composed in the parlours of Cambridge and other towns in England at the time. The I-Ching was seen as quite a subversive text because, in a most fundamental way, it threw you open to chance rather than making you submit to dogma (Cavanagh p100)." </i>-Barret (2022)</div><div><br /></div><div><span><i>“One night in Mexico, in Manzanillo, I took some acid and I threw the I Ching,”</i> Ken Kesey says in Tom Wolfe's Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test. {See: Photo Insert enclosed}<br /></span></div><div><span><br /></span></div><div><span>----<br /></span></div><div><span>Barrett, James. "The Psychedelic Self at Play: Re-reading Whimsy in the early music of Pink Floyd." The Routledge Handbook of Pink Floyd. Routledge, 2022. 275-292.</span><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>----</div><div>Note:</div><div><br /></div><div>The I Ching, also known as the Book of Changes, is a text that uses hexagrams (a set of six stacked horizontal lines) to provide guidance and insights into various aspects of life, including change, fortune, and the balance between opposites.<br /><br />Here's a breakdown of the lyrics and their connections to the I Ching:<br /><br />1. **"All movement is accomplished in six stages"**: This could refer to the six lines in a hexagram, which represent the stages of change or development.<br /><br />2. **"And the seventh brings return"**: The seventh line in a hexagram often represents a return to the original state or a culmination of the change. It signifies the completion of a cycle.<br /><br />3. **"For seven is the number of the young light"**: Seven is a significant number in the I Ching, often associated with the idea of a new beginning, growth, and light emerging from darkness.<br /><br />4. **"It forms when darkness is increased by one"**: This line suggests that the "young light" (symbolized by seven) emerges when darkness (symbolized by six) is increased by one, indicating a transformation or change from darkness to light.<br /><br />5. **"Change returns success"**: This line emphasizes the idea that change can lead to success, which aligns with the I Ching's focus on understanding and navigating changes in life.<br /><br />6. **"Going and coming without error"**: This may imply that by understanding the principles of change, one can move forward and backward (going and coming) through life's transitions with confidence and without making mistakes.<br /><br />7. **"Action brings good fortune"**: This line suggests that taking action, especially when aligned with the principles of change, can lead to positive outcomes or good fortune.<br /><br />8. **"Sunset, sunrise"**: These lines may symbolize the cyclical nature of life, with sunset representing the end of one phase and sunrise signifying the beginning of another.<br /><br />9. **"The time is with the month of winter solstice, When the change is due to come"**: This line could be referring to a specific moment of change or transition, much like the significance of celestial events like the winter solstice in the I Ching.<br /><br />The lyrics draw inspiration from the concepts and symbolism of the I Ching, highlighting themes of change, cycles, and the interplay between light and darkness. They suggest that understanding and navigating these changes can lead to success and good fortune. Pink Floyd often incorporated philosophical and mystical themes into their lyrics, and this song is no exception.</div><div><br /></div><div><i>"Thunder in the other course of heaven<br />Things cannot be destroyed once and for all"</i></div><div><br /></div><div>This is from the I Ching. This line suggests a situation where there is a sense of powerful energy or movement (<i>"Thunder"</i>) in a different or unexpected direction (<i>"the other course of heaven"</i>). It implies that there may be significant changes or events taking place, but these changes do not lead to permanent destruction. Instead, they might represent a transformation or a shift in circumstances. It encourages adaptability and the understanding that even in times of upheaval, things can eventually stabilize or find a new equilibrium.<br /><br /></div><div>----</div><div><b>"Chapter 24"</b><br /><br /><i>All movement is accomplished in six stages<br />And the seventh brings return<br />For seven is the number of the young light<br />It forms when darkness is increased by one<br /><br />Change returns success<br />Going and coming without error<br />Action brings good fortune<br />Sunset<br /><br />The time is with the month of winter solstice<br />When the change is due to come<br />Thunder in the other course of heaven<br />Things cannot be destroyed once and for all<br /><br />Change returns success<br />Going and coming without error<br />Action brings good fortune<br />Sunset, sunrise<br /><br />All movement is accomplished in six stages<br />And the seventh brings return<br />The seven is the number of the young light<br />It forms when darkness is increased by one<br /><br />Change returns success<br />Going and coming without error<br />Action brings good fortune<br />Sunset, sunrise, sunrise, sunrise, sunrise <br /></i></div><div><br />----<br />Also see:</div><div><br /></div><div>[Terrapin Station Suite]<br /></div><div>[Publius Enigma]</div><div>[Intrepid Trips Productions]</div><div>[Ethnobotany]<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Povey, Glenn. Echoes: the complete history of Pink Floyd. Mind Head Publishing, 2007.<br /><br />Blake, Mark. Pigs might fly: the inside story of Pink Floyd. Aurum, 2011.<br /><br />Miles, Barry. Pink Floyd: The Early Years. Omnibus Press, 2011.<br />[<i>"From their roots in Cambridge to cult status in Sixties London."</i>]</div><div><br /></div><div><div class="gs_citr">Crimson, King, Deep Purple, and Pink Floyd. "The True Colors of Communism." Everything was Forever, Until it was No More: The Last Soviet Generation (2006): 207.</div><div class="gs_citr"><br /></div><div class="gs_citr">Calef, Scott, ed. Led Zeppelin and Philosophy: all will be revealed. Vol. 44. Open Court, 2011.<br /></div><br />The Death of The American Dream<br />https://archive.org/details/d59edc023af425da6086cb2282ed1610cced7d8a<br /><br />ZuZu's Party (1999)<br />https://archive.org/details/funkin_groovin/</div><div><br /></div><div>----</div><div>Pink Floyd was a British rock band known for their innovative and influential music. Here's a brief overview of their discography:<br /><br />1. **The Piper at the Gates of Dawn** (1967) - This is Pink Floyd's debut album and features the psychedelic and experimental sound of their early years. Syd Barrett, one of the band's founders, played a key role in this album.<br /><br />2. **A Saucerful of Secrets** (1968) - This album marked the transition from the Syd Barrett-led era to the more progressive sound of the band. It features both Barrett and David Gilmour.<br /><br />3. **More** (1969) - This album served as the soundtrack to the film of the same name and showcased a mix of instrumental and song-based tracks.<br /><br />4. **Ummagumma** (1969) - This is a double album, with one disc featuring live recordings and the other containing individual contributions from each band member.<br /><br />5. **Atom Heart Mother** (1970) - This album included an extended title track and showcased the band's evolution into a more experimental and progressive style.<br /><br />6. **Meddle** (1971) - "Echoes," a 23-minute epic, is a highlight of this album, and it marked a further step toward the progressive rock sound for which Pink Floyd is known.<br /><br />7. **Obscured by Clouds** (1972) - Another soundtrack album, this time for the French film "La Vallée," featuring a mix of instrumental and vocal tracks.<br /><br />8. **The Dark Side of the Moon** (1973) - One of Pink Floyd's most iconic albums, known for its concept and experimental sound. It's a masterpiece of progressive rock and remained on the charts for an incredible amount of time.<br /><br />9. **Wish You Were Here** (1975) - This album is dedicated to Syd Barrett and includes the famous title track, as well as the epic "Shine On You Crazy Diamond."<br /><br />10. **Animals** (1977) - This album takes a more cynical and political tone, with tracks like "Pigs," "Dogs," and "Sheep" reflecting social commentary.<br /><br />11. **The Wall** (1979) - A rock opera and concept album, "The Wall" is a massive double album that tells a story of isolation and alienation. It features some of Pink Floyd's most iconic tracks, including "Another Brick in the Wall" and "Comfortably Numb."<br /><br />12. **The Final Cut** (1983) - This album, essentially a Roger Waters solo project, delves into themes of war and loss and is seen as a continuation of the ideas explored in "The Wall."<br /><br />13. **A Momentary Lapse of Reason** (1987) - This marked the return of Pink Floyd with David Gilmour at the helm and a more mainstream rock sound.<br /><br />14. **The Division Bell** (1994) - Another album led by David Gilmour, it continued in the same vein as its predecessor, featuring a polished and melodic sound.<br /><br />15. **The Endless River** (2014) - This posthumous release featured unreleased recordings from the 1990s and was a tribute to the late Richard Wright.<br /></div>

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