14-12-2021, 04:32 PM
Voynich "solutions" can be subdivided into two distinct groups:
1) Those that propose a deciphering of all or part of the text (usually only a small part)
2) Those that try to explain in what context it was created and possibly by whom, without any text solution
While the discussion here seems to focus more on the first group, the second group of proposed solutions is very significant, and includes anything from the stark raving to the mildly incredible (and everything in between).
The two independent Meso-American theories fall into this category, with major publications from respected academics.
Criticizing such "solutions" - from either category - should not be done by people who are actually involved themselves in developing such "solutions". We can see how Cheshire criticizes everyone else, just because he "knows" that he is right.
This can only be done by people (mostly, but not exclusively, academics) who are fully aware that we are, after all this time, still in the "data gathering" stage. The recent interview of Ray Clemens is an excellent example. Lisa is another example and I know quite a few more people who are at this stage.
1) Those that propose a deciphering of all or part of the text (usually only a small part)
2) Those that try to explain in what context it was created and possibly by whom, without any text solution
While the discussion here seems to focus more on the first group, the second group of proposed solutions is very significant, and includes anything from the stark raving to the mildly incredible (and everything in between).
The two independent Meso-American theories fall into this category, with major publications from respected academics.
Criticizing such "solutions" - from either category - should not be done by people who are actually involved themselves in developing such "solutions". We can see how Cheshire criticizes everyone else, just because he "knows" that he is right.
This can only be done by people (mostly, but not exclusively, academics) who are fully aware that we are, after all this time, still in the "data gathering" stage. The recent interview of Ray Clemens is an excellent example. Lisa is another example and I know quite a few more people who are at this stage.