Notities 1905 - 1906

This is a page of notes by Carel Adolph Lion Cachet, held in the Rijksmuseum. Written text, in its essence, is one of humankind's earliest and most enduring symbols. Here, the notes, likely scribbled in haste, become more than just words. They are the raw material of thought, the scaffolding upon which ideas are built. Throughout history, the act of writing has carried profound cultural significance. From the hieroglyphs of ancient Egypt to the medieval illuminated manuscripts, writing has been intertwined with power, knowledge, and spirituality. The very act of committing thoughts to paper elevates them. Consider the Kabbalistic tradition, where each letter is imbued with mystical properties, holding the key to unlocking deeper truths. This approach helps us understand the non-linear, cyclical progression of symbols. Even simple notes such as these can echo with the weight of centuries, resurfacing and evolving with new meanings in different historical contexts.