I think based on what I remember of your book, it's been a hot minute since I've read it, that there is not much that is similar to that specific temple technology. I think the varied architecture used precludes any relevant insight. As far as I know our altars do not go any deeper than the floor, as an example.
We don't use any incense and it wouldn't be able to drift out of the temple into the surrounding area even if we did, at least not without being pushed out through the AC.
When oil is used it is a seriously minimal amount. A few drops at most and it is not fragrant.
While there is speaking/prayers/singing, they are short and not repetitive (chanting or extended singing) in the same way that other traditions might be.
I think if we (LDS) somehow had the ancient temple technology secrets, they are not currently employed in any significant way when taking your research into account. To me the main goals of each are pointed in different productive directions. But that is just one person's opinion.
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Date: 2023-08-14 07:12 pm (UTC)I think based on what I remember of your book, it's been a hot minute since I've read it, that there is not much that is similar to that specific temple technology. I think the varied architecture used precludes any relevant insight. As far as I know our altars do not go any deeper than the floor, as an example.
We don't use any incense and it wouldn't be able to drift out of the temple into the surrounding area even if we did, at least not without being pushed out through the AC.
When oil is used it is a seriously minimal amount. A few drops at most and it is not fragrant.
While there is speaking/prayers/singing, they are short and not repetitive (chanting or extended singing) in the same way that other traditions might be.
I think if we (LDS) somehow had the ancient temple technology secrets, they are not currently employed in any significant way when taking your research into account. To me the main goals of each are pointed in different productive directions. But that is just one person's opinion.
Regards,
Bert