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| SYSTEM 4: Robert Campbell 2005 |
System 4 is an elaboration of System 3. It can be applied directly to understanding evolutionary processes in a
manner precisely consistent with the empirical evidence. This includes the evolution of the biosphere and
human evolution. System 4 allows us to see how the human nervous system works to integrate meaning in an
evolving way, synapse by synapse. The human nervous system has itself evolved structurally in exact accord
with how the cosmic order works. An account of the synapse by synapse correspondence between the human
nervous system and System 4 is given in Science & Cosmic Order: A New Prospectus and in the two
advanced Nervous System articles listed above. A more readable general account is given in Fisherman's
Guide to the Cosmic Order. System 3 delineates the nature of atomic structure as it relates to physics and
cosmology. System 4 elaborates within this physical space-time context on our biological and spiritual evolution.
Some related article links are listed above.
The animation below illustrates the pattern of synchronous Term transformations of System 4.
System 4 and the higher Systems: (A very brief summary)
Note: System 4 is generated by four active interfaces between a universal inside and outside, neither of which
can be known to the exclusion of the other. All we can ever know is the active interface or surface between them.
Even the workings of our nervous system depends on interface processes with external input of light, sound,
touch, etc., and between cells across synapses and so on. For simplicity active interfaces are called Centers
because they exhibit an active center inside in relation to a passive periphery outside. For a more complete
development of these System basics see the article Unified Theories, Fantasy & Cosmic Order.
Note: System 4 is generated by four active interfaces between a universal inside and outside, neither of which
can be known to the exclusion of the other. All we can ever know is the active interface or surface between them.
Even the workings of our nervous system depends on interface processes with external input of light, sound,
touch, etc., and between cells across synapses and so on. For simplicity active interfaces are called Centers
because they exhibit an active center inside in relation to a passive periphery outside. For a more complete
development of these System basics see the article Unified Theories, Fantasy & Cosmic Order.
- System 4 is generated by 4 centers and the nine possible ways that four active interfaces can mutually relate
with respect to a common inside and outside. In this way the internal and external aspects of phenomenal
experience are eternally reconciled through the pattern of transformations according to circumstance.
- The 9 possible ways are numbered as Terms and the terms transform into one another as shown above.
- Two universal sets of 4 centers (yellow) each have their own transform sequence, but they work together.
- Three particular sets of centers (red, green, blue) transform through the 6 term sequence one Step apart.
- There is a reciprocating pattern that repeats every four transform steps to generate one cycle.
- The universal terms are shown at the corners of the triad within the term circle to help show how it all works.
- The basis of meaning derives from how energy flows between the centers that define each term.
- The universal terms (9,3,6) are infinite as indicated by their numerical inverse.(eg. 1/3 = 0.3333333 etc.)
- The primary universal set Term 9 defines a universal hierarchy. It shifts mid-cycle to a Term 8 alignment.
- In the secondary universal set, Term 3 is the transference of idea into corporeal form, Term 6.
- The particular terms are shown at the corners of the six pointed pattern through which they transform.
- The six fold pattern is also infinite as indicated by the inverse of the memory Term 7 (1/7=0.14285714etc.)
- Many sequences of 3 particular sets may synchronously transform through parallel pathways in step.
- The terms switch between two modes, one a conditioned response, and one anticipating the future.
- The conditioned mode is called expressive. The anticipating mode is called regenerative.
- The three particular sets thus integrate past input with future direction, spanning space and time.
- A perceptual axis through the universal triad determines a subjective to objective bias to how terms work.
- The universal triad shifts and inverts with each transformation of Term 9 to and from a universal Term 8.
- In this way collective resources are equitably distributed to many parallel particular needs.
- These resources are integrated within the corporeal body, Term 6, since it coheres with universal Term 8.
- Term 6 next inverts to a universal idea Term 2, integrating many parallel ideas, particular Terms 2, as one.
- A universal shift transformation occurs in the last step of each cycle. Both universal sets shift together.
- Within each cycle only one universal set transforms in each step, giving continuity to each matrix cycle.
- At the end of each cycle both sets shift to their original positions. Particular sets continue their sequences.
- Only one cycle is shown. It takes three cycles for particular sets to return to their original places.
- This comes with new input from the environment via Term 4, which relates the matrix to the environment.
- Three cycles are required for each particular set to complete both expressive & regenerative sequences.
- This 12 step sequence has 7 expressive and 5 regenerative terms. Term 8 is always expressive.
- It is the pivot where simulated responses of future wishes are reconciled with past circumstance.
- Energy resources are universally distributed to meet particular needs by the alignment of both T8 Terms.
- Energy needs are balanced throughout the corporeal body Term 6. Term 6 inverts to a universal Term 2.
- This creative matrix of term interactions proceeds in precise accord with the empirical evidence.
- It is also consistent with an elaboration of System 3. Via System 3 it is synchronized with the universe.
- Term 7 links System 4 to the Void. Memories are recalled to Form from the timeless and formless Void.
- Term 7 is tensionally coupled to Term 4, sensory input, thus relating recall to ongoing circumstance.
- In this way recalled memories are modified to suit the perceived needs of ongoing circumstance.
- Three Polar relationships provide insight into the creative process through three particular polar pairs.
- The polarity between Terms 2 and 7 provide insight into the potential dimension.
- The polarity between Terms 4 and 5 provide insight into the commitment dimension.
- The polarity between Terms 1 and 8 provide insight into the performance dimension.
- It is not essential to understand System 4 to see how this works in our business and social organizations.
- The higher systems, higher than System 4, are all elaborations of System 4 (the enneagram).
- For example, System 5 has 20 terms that consist of two interacting Systems 4, one open and one closed.
- They show how the closed subjective autonomic system relates to the objective somatic nervous system.
- Two more universal terms integrate this dynamic interaction that fuels energy patterns for specific actions.
- All higher Systems are subsumed (nested) within System 1. It remains one expression of the cosmic order.
- The three letter genetically coded language is also implicit in the three cycles of System 4.
- Through Term 7 the technique of specific actions are encoded in protein synthesis as a referent to recall.
- This takes us within the dynamics of the living cell, where nine terms are in evidence.
- This provides a living insight into cell biology, how it is integrated with the host organism and with evolution
- The System underlies the whole of experience, embracing all possible varieties of experience.
- An involutiuonary variant of the System works to undermine the evolutionary variant and feeds on it.
- This variant inverts values by exchanging positions between Centers 3 and 4 in the particular terms.
- This alternate System 4 is initiated in Term 1 where Routines may be seen as ends in themselves.
- Yet the involutionary and evolutionary variants share referents allowing the former to be redeemed.
- So moral issues are implicit in the way it all works. If the former feeds on the latter to excess it fragments.
- The six Terms each generate the roots of meaning implicit in how the four active interfaces mutually relate.
- Term 1 is perception of needs in the operating field or market environment, and the capacity to respond.
- Term 4 relates the internal organization to outside input. In a human being this means sensory input.
- Term 2 is the creation of a response idea. It is the Product Development domain of business.
- Term 8 balances a pattern of motor response to sensory input. it is the Sales domain of a business.
- Term 5 executes the motor pattern with countercurrent sensory feedback.
- Term 7 stores the memory as an element of technique subject to recall from the Void.
| A visual picture and brief explanation of each of the nine terms is given in System 4 Terms. |
| System 4 |
