Definitions and explanations of key terms used throughout the site.
The way things present themselves to perception, often contrasted with underlying reality or essence.
A false, superficial, or artificial appearance or effect.
Q. Define, then, the physical scientist. A. The physical scientist is he who observes and measures the appearances of the phenomenal world and from his data draws conclusions as to the nature of their causes. He deals, therefore, only with...
Source: The Science of the Initiates by Eugene Milne Cosgrove
The moon appears to shine and light the skies, with the help of some fireflies
Source: Baby I Love Your Way (Big Mountain) by Big Mountain
And as I roll along, I begin to find, things aren't always just what they seem
Source: Upside Down by Jack Johnson
Cause Everything Is Never As It Seems…
With a wave of his hand, he had made the Earth a planet and set it spinning.
We Built This City on Rock and Roll
…how different theories are suddenly introduced to add strength to the edifice.