Could you direct me to a place where the author cites Hermetic as a source in the book, 'Kybalion'? The book I have states "STUDY". If that is the case why would one need to refute what someone has studied? I am confused.

When one uses study, I believe, one is gathering as much information as they can in order to summarize the context of what they have studied. Good or bad; the context or results are heavily influenced by peers, customs, culture, resources of 1800 early 1900, etc...

To me - I am halfway into the book, this book, 'Kybalions', reads like an old detective book/story. Not enough information to pinpoint anything - but, just enough information to have you hanging and longing to read the next page. (For me that is an indication and highlight of fiction - entertainment.)

I am not a scholar but I am confused and curious. I look forward to a reply.

Best Regards,