LDLN - No 015

Magazine Overview

This issue of "Lumières dans la Nuit," Volume 2, Number 15, dated May 1959, is dedicated to the theme "Le Retour aux Sources." Founded by R. Veillith, the magazine aims to guide humanity towards truth by highlighting discoveries and promoting understanding across various planes of existence. The cover features a spiritual message: "CHERCHEZ ET VOUS TROUVEREZ. Jésus."

The Return to Sources

The lead article, "Le Retour aux Sources," addresses the general confusion of the era, where individuals seeking peace, justice, and truth struggle to discern reality from falsehood. It posits that humanity has strayed from the "Laws of Life," leading to a critical choice between survival and general annihilation. The author argues that human suffering and anxiety stem from a revolt against the fundamental laws governing our entire being—body and spirit. War is presented as a consequence of breaking moral, spiritual, and physical laws essential for a full life. Despite technological advancements in the 20th century, statistics on crime, divorce, alcoholism, and other societal ills indicate a decline in human happiness. The romanticized rural life of the past has largely vanished, replaced by a machine-driven existence where technical progress is pursued blindly, often at the expense of learning how to truly live and nourish oneself. The article suggests that true peace remains elusive, and despite promises after world wars, the future appears more uncertain than ever, questioning how many more global conflicts humanity can endure.

The author emphasizes that a return to the sources of life on all levels is the only way to achieve true peace, happiness, and joy. It is considered irrational that in an age of "light," humanity continues its past errors with even greater intensity. However, "lights" are emerging from the current darkness, offering clarity. The article references prophecies, both biblical and private, suggesting that after the "End Times," humanity will enter an era of peace, albeit after significant cataclysms, and will return to the "sources of Life."

While catastrophic prophecies are not inevitable, their unfolding serves as a sign of a wrong path. The article suggests that the "golden age" for humanity is a certainty, and even if current readers do not witness it, they are pioneers paving the way. The magazine sees itself as a torchbearer, ensuring the flame of truth is passed on to future generations to illuminate a lost humanity.

"ETUDE DU SOL" (Study of the Soil) - Continued

This section continues the publication of an extensive study by Dr. Jeanne Rousseau, a Doctor of Pharmacy, which began fourteen years prior. The study is presented as a generous and concerned voice for humanity's future, urging readers to pay attention despite a potential "conspiracy of silence." This study is also published in the "Pharmacien de l'Ouest" journal, January 1959 issue.

The article details how the Pontine Marshes, reclaimed in 1931, were once fertile lands supporting villages and providing surplus for Rome. It then examines the historical degradation of land across various regions:

• Spain: Deforestation for the wool trade and naval expansion led to arid, rocky land.
• France: Forests, covering two-thirds of the land before 800 AD, were cleared by monks, leaving only one-sixth. This led to the silting of the Loire River and increased flooding.
• America: The valleys of the Mississippi, Bio-Bio, and Rio Grande, once fertile, have become desolate due to deforestation and upstream degradation, causing devastating floods. In the United States, out of 800 million hectares of forest, only 7% remain. The fertile Great Plains have turned into dust bowls, as evidenced by the 1934 hurricane.
• China: The Yellow River valley suffers from erosion, with the river flowing above the surrounding plains, causing terrible floods. The country, known for its fertile land, is now struggling with overpopulation and famine.
• Australia: With only 24% of its forests remaining and overgrazing on its plains, 40% of the continent has become desert.

The article concludes that "living forces of life" have yielded to desolation due to human actions, labeling humanity as the "greatest ravager of the world." It notes the onset of an inevitable and rapid decadence that science, despite its theories, is incapable of halting, often masking the fundamental deficiencies of its art with deceptive appearances.

Man and Soil: Misdeeds and Agricultural Possibilities

This section, "II.-L'homme et le sol : méfaits et possibilité de l'agriculture," details the detrimental impact of human activity on the soil. It states that the current rate of land sterilization is 3 million hectares per year globally, with 2 billion tons of soil annually ending up in the oceans. Inconsiderate deforestation, whether for agricultural expansion or timber sales, disrupts the natural balance, leading to erosion, silting of rivers, and increased flooding. This "disregulation" of atmospheric and subterranean water circulation manifests as brutal floods and severe droughts, accompanied by a steady decline in groundwater levels, a precursor to desertification.

Examples cited include a two-meter drop in average subterranean hydrostatic levels in Europe over the last twenty years, reaching fifteen meters in some regions. The Caspian Sea's level has also dropped by 1.15 meters since the deforestation of its feeder rivers, threatening to turn its shores into a salt desert.

Forests are presented as essential for soil fertility and healthy agriculture, promoting stability and well-being over immediate profits. The recent reforestation efforts in Israel are highlighted. The article also notes the role of forests in regulating climate, maintaining soil humus, and protecting plant species. Tree roots retain water on slopes, limiting runoff and promoting groundwater recharge. The spongy forest floor acts like a sponge, absorbing rainwater and reducing flow. Comparative data shows that humus can absorb twice its weight in water, while sand absorbs only 250 grams. The article references an experiment by Humphrey demonstrating that infertile soil absorbs only 3% of its water weight, while fertile soil with rich humus absorbs up to 187%.

Humus is crucial because its absence leads to increased flooding. Rainwater, not retained or absorbed on slopes, runs off into rivers, causing them to swell and overflow. Overgrazing and careless plowing of grasslands also deplete humus. The article contrasts the water runoff from a cultivated hectare (1 million liters) with that from a prairie hectare (300,000 liters), showing the prairie to be 65 times more effective at preventing erosion.

Forests and grasslands are vital for limiting river water volume during rainy periods and for replenishing underground reserves during droughts. The spongy humus layer on arable land prevents soil compaction, which can lead to hard crusts and hinder crop development, as well as mineral leaching from intense runoff.

During droughts, forests act as natural pumps, drawing water from subterranean reserves to the atmosphere through transpiration, which in turn maintains atmospheric humidity and promotes dew formation, partially replenishing the soil. This process is continuous and efficient. A hectare of oak forest can evaporate tens of thousands of tons of water annually, with a significant portion being reabsorbed by the soil. Forests are thus presented as excellent regulators, contributing to a more humid and stable climate by preventing excessive water from forming clouds.

Cancer, Chancre, Scurvy, and Vitamins

Joseph Andre's article, "LE CANCER, LE CHANCRE, LE SCORBUT ET LES VITAMINES," explores the interconnectedness of various diseases. Andre suggests that conditions often perceived as distinct share common roots, particularly in a "terrain" (body's internal state) that is toxic and microbially imbalanced. He posits that trauma, skin alterations, and internal shocks create susceptible zones for cancer. Cancer often appears at specific points marked by injuries, shocks, or reflex points, such as old scars, warts, or moles.

He references Auguste Lumière's view of cancer as a "disease of scars," referring to old, not fully healed injuries that maintain a connection to the humoral system, especially the blood. These susceptible points can develop tumors or sores that may crust over, forming a chancre. If a visible chancre doesn't form, bleeding or hemorrhages can occur, as seen in uterine cancer and scurvy.

Andre notes the etymological link between "cancer" and "chancre," suggesting potential unsuspected relationships. He asserts that all chancres are cancers because a syphilitic terrain is prone to cancer. Similarly, scurvy is described as a different type of cancer, originating from a cancerous blood terrain, which is less formidable than leukemia. Andre shares a personal experience of recovering from a severe typhoid complication that led to scurvy-like symptoms, which he attributes to vitamin deficiency, particularly vitamins A and C, which are vital for the "spherula dentata" (likely referring to oral bacteria or parasites).

He describes the symptoms of this condition as cachexia, mouth hemorrhages, and digestive issues. While vitamin deficiency is implicated, he emphasizes that the underlying terrain is crucial. His research suggests that vitamin A and C deficiencies can create a terrain favorable to scurvy-like conditions, while blood vitamin imbalances might lead to leukemia or other internal disorders. He concludes that it is important not to neglect minor ailments, skin spots, ulcers, and moles, and to maintain good vitamin and humoral balance.

Gravitation? Vortices? Centrifugal Force? A Gap in Classical Mechanics?

This article, by "LE RAISONNEUR," discusses the concept of the ether and its vortices as a potential explanation for gravitation and weight. The author acknowledges the difficulty in demonstrating the mechanism in detail but insists on its importance. He explains that vortices form from the outside inward, citing examples in water currents. He describes how a paddle moving through water creates currents that swirl, forming a vacuum behind them, which is then filled by the swirling water.

The author proposes a fundamental principle, ignored by classical mechanics: "Centrifugal Force = Loss of Velocity," and conversely, "Loss of Centrifugal Force = Gain of Velocity." He uses the example of a sling (fronde) to illustrate this, suggesting that the stone gains velocity upon leaving the sling, exceeding its tangential rotational speed.

He then applies this to a centrifuge, describing how passengers are pressed against the walls by centrifugal force. If the floor is removed at full speed, passengers remain pressed against the cylinder, indicating they weigh significantly more due to the centrifugal force. He argues that if the wall were to suddenly disappear, the person would be projected outward with a velocity greater than their initial tangential speed, following a diagonal path determined by the resultant of forces.

This principle, he claims, implies that artificial satellites could not remain in orbit indefinitely, even in a vacuum. He also criticizes Newton's law of universal gravitation for not accounting for the source of centrifugal forces. The article suggests that the solar system itself might be a vortex, with planets orbiting the Sun in a manner analogous to water vortices.

In subsequent articles, "LE RAISONNEUR" intends to further explain how "vortex mechanics" can account for various phenomena. He criticizes the scientific establishment for its adherence to established terminology and its secretiveness, citing an example from "L'Aurore" newspaper regarding the use of "maximal and minimal" instead of "maxima et minima."

The Philosophical Square, the Philosophal Stone, and Perpetual Motion (Conclusion)

This concluding section presents a document written by Joseph Andre, building on previous discussions. It reflects on the nature of science, suggesting that many scientific "theories" are merely classifications, and the ultimate explanation remains elusive. The author notes how old hypotheses resurface with new terminology, but the underlying concepts may not have truly advanced.

He references the "Philosophical Square" and the "Philosophal Stone," concepts once dismissed as the domain of alchemists and dreamers. However, he points out that modern physics treatises now discuss these paradoxes, alongside "perpetual motion" and "squaring the circle," indicating a shift in scientific thought or at least in the topics considered worthy of study.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue strongly advocates for a return to natural laws and fundamental principles, criticizing modern society's deviation from these "sources of life." There is a clear emphasis on ecological balance, the detrimental effects of human actions on the environment, and the importance of soil health and forests. Health is discussed in terms of internal terrain and vitamin balance, linking deficiencies to serious diseases. The magazine also challenges established scientific paradigms, particularly in physics, by proposing alternative explanations based on vortices and centrifugal forces, suggesting that classical mechanics is incomplete. The editorial stance appears to be one of seeking deeper truths beyond conventional understanding, encouraging critical thinking and a holistic approach to life, health, and the universe.

Title: LUMIÈRES DANS LA NUIT
Issue: II
Volume: II
Date: 2nd Quarter 1959
Publisher: R. Veillith
Country: France
Language: French

This issue of "LUMIÈRES DANS LA NUIT" delves into fascinating intersections between science, ancient wisdom, and the unexplained. It explores the surprising convergence of modern atomic science with alchemical theories, the persistent quest for perpetual motion, and the peculiar properties of superfluid helium. The publication aims to challenge conventional thinking and highlight phenomena that may be overlooked or dismissed by mainstream science.

Science Atomique et Alchimie Ancienne

The issue opens by referencing the work of L'abbé MOREUX, who noted that atomic science is now validating ancient theories about the unity of matter and transmutation. The text suggests that the "Tabula Smaragdina" of Hermes Trismegistus contains alchemical principles that are now being understood. The author shares personal experimental alchemical research, claiming success in creating "sympathy powders" and the "golden elixir of potable gold." However, the author expresses humility, acknowledging that nature's complexity surpasses human capabilities and warning against the misuse of atomic forces, which could endanger humanity and the planet. The discovery of radioactivity is presented as a key factor that revived alchemical concepts, proving transmutation is a reality and that Lavoisier's dismissal of alchemy was based on fragile evidence.

The Quest for Perpetual Motion

The article passionately argues for the existence and possibility of perpetual motion. It posits that a powerful, yet ignored, principle of physics governs incessant force and motion, rooted in a 'collaborationist' view of action and reaction forces, contrary to the classical mechanics' 'antagonistic' view. The author believes it is possible to construct a purely mechanical engine that produces energy without external sources like liquids, gases, electricity, or magnets. Such an invention would revolutionize industry. The text dismisses the notion of impossibility, suggesting that many seemingly insoluble problems are achievable, and that perpetual motion will be proven not to be a myth.

The Enigma of Superfluid Helium

The issue then shifts to the remarkable properties of helium at extremely low temperatures. It explains that at -269°C, most substances are solidified and inert, and hydrogen is frozen. However, helium, discovered by Dr. Kamerlingh in 1908, remains liquid down to -273°C. This 'superfluid' helium refuses to form chemical bonds and exhibits unique behaviors, such as climbing the walls of an open container and flowing over the edge without any heat or external energy input, likened to boiling milk but without the heat requirement. This phenomenon is presented as another example of nature's extraordinary capabilities.

The Great Pyramid and Squaring the Circle

DOM NEROMAN is cited for his assertion that the problem of squaring the circle has been solved by the Great Pyramid, which he describes as an extraordinary mathematical monument. The article suggests that while this is possible, it's more likely that ancient Egyptian scholars provided a highly satisfactory solution, achieving a near-perfect equivalence between the surface area of a circle and a square. A footnote indicates a future article will further explore this topic.

Alexandre Murat and the Cosmic Engine

The article highlights the work of the late Alexandre Murat, a scientist who believed in and demonstrated the existence of perpetual motion. Murat patented a "cosmic engine" that supposedly operated on the principle of perpetual motion, proving that it was not confined to the realm of utopia. The author expresses a continued belief in this principle, essential for the realization of such engines.

Scientific Principles at Low Temperatures

At very low temperatures, metals like lead, tin, and zinc become elastic. When an electric current is passed through a ring of these metals submerged in liquid helium, the current persists indefinitely without any external power source. This phenomenon is presented as direct evidence of a force that manifests continuously, demonstrating that perpetual motion exists in nature and that the universe operates perpetually. The article suggests humanity, despite its advancements in atomic science, lags behind nature in harnessing such fundamental forces.

Propaganda Contest Results

The issue concludes with the results of a "Propaganda Contest," announcing that 300 subscriptions have been achieved. The list of prize winners is detailed, along with the prizes they received, which included books and subscriptions to "LUMIÈRES DANS LA NUIT." The winners are encouraged to contact the publication to claim their prizes. The article notes that spreading new ideas is challenging and often meets resistance from those entrenched in error and ignorance.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are the interconnectedness of seemingly disparate scientific fields (atomic physics and ancient alchemy), the exploration of phenomena that challenge conventional scientific understanding (perpetual motion, superfluidity), and the potential for revolutionary discoveries in energy and mechanics. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded inquiry, encouraging readers to consider unconventional theories and to recognize the profound mysteries and capabilities of nature that may surpass current human comprehension. The publication champions the idea that what is deemed "impossible" may simply be undiscovered or misunderstood.