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The Ninth Gate Discussion
- Duncan and Jason discuss the film The Ninth Gate and its occult themes.
- Jason expresses his appreciation for the film's portrayal of occult book collectors.
Dangers of Magic
- Magic's main danger is wasting time with illusions, not Hollywood-style danger.
- A proper approach, from a Buddhist perspective, recognizes the mind's role in creating these illusions.
Reality as a Social Contract
- Reality is a social construct, a consensus on how to play the game of life.
- Ruptures in this order are perceived as dramatic because we're accustomed to its stability.