Mysticism, Alchemy and Magic

This scholarly work traces the mysterious Fraternity of the Rosy Cross, from its inception upon the discovery of Father Christian Rosenkreuz's perfectly preserved body in a sevensided vault to presentday organizations in America. McIntosh includes a survey of Rosicrucianism in America, exploring the latter day survivals of Bacon's New Atlantis. Perfect for students of the Western Mystery traditi

A study of magical practices including direct translations of spells, rituals, and incantations in ancient Western Asia, the birthplace of Western civilization. Using knowledge preserved in cuneiform incantation tablets from Assyria, aided by Rabbinic tradition, Syriac writings, and Arabic tales, Thompson tracks early magical practices through 3000 years to its vestigial traces in contemporary s

First published in 1896, King presents the cuneiform text of a group of 60 clay tablets inscribed with prayers and religious compositions of a devotional and magical character. These tablets were created by the scribes of Ashurbanipal, King of Assyria, between 669-625 b.c., and are currently part of the Kuyunjik collection in the British Museum. King's illustrations feature a transliteration of ea

Lévi links the Old and New Testaments by comparing the qabalistic imagery and concepts inherent in both "The Prophecy of Ezekiel" and "The Apocalypse of St. John." Includes Lévi's illuminating commentary on Ezekiel.

The Magus, first published in 1801, is a concise compendium on the Western magical tradition, and one of the primary sources for the study of ceremonial magic. The book contains a fascinating array of information drawn together by author Francis Barrett from several sources, such as Cornelius Agrippa's Three Books of Occult Philosophy. Areas explored include Natural Magic, Alchemy, Talismanic Ma

Create the future you've always wanted by harnessing the magic inherent in every tarot reading. Jack Chanek guides you to the intersection of tarot and magic, where you'll learn how magic can inform a reading, and how tarot can be used for magical purposes. When used together, you can not only read your future, but also create it. Jack demonstrates how to turn the Wheel of Fortune in you

An essential read for every Golden Dawn initiate, this comprehensive book guides you through dozens of rituals that apply the skills from Golden Dawn Magic. Discover the power of ritual magic with numerous practices used by temples of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn. Esteemed practitioners Chic and Sandra Tabatha Cicero teach you group rituals for the outer and inner orders and solo ri

Eliphas Lvi was steeped in the Western occult tradition and a master of the Rosicrucian interpretation of the Qabalah, which forms the basis of magic as practiced in the West today. The Key of the Mysteries represents the culmination of Lvi's thoughts and is written with subtle and delicate irony.

This collection of rituals, practices, and exercises has been drawn from many sources; some have been preserved in their original state, and some rituals have been updated by scholars from various pagan groups. This deluxe one-volume edition has been specially designed to be read by candlelight.

Who is Parzival? In The Cup of Destiny, Trevor Ravenscroft sought to answer the many questions posed by readers of his enormously well-received Spear of Destiny, and to address a growing interest in the spiritual significance of the quest sagas of the Middle Ages.

Get the Astounding History Behind the Spear of Longinus Mentioned in Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Ever since it pierced the side of Christ more than 2,000 years ago, it has been said that the Spear of Destiny has been invested with amazing occult powers. In this book, Trevor Ravenscroft records its legend and involvement in the decline of the Roman Empire, the Dark Ages, and the 20th ce

This edition includes Liber 777, Gematria (from Equinox Volume 1, Number 8). Introduction by Israel Regardie.

Examines every category of occult phenomena from ESP to Eastern ritual and explores the basic laws of magic, relating them to the natural laws of the universe.

The inner planets--Mercury, Venus, Mars--are the foundations of what psychology calls the ego, the sense of personal self. In this fourth volume in the Seminars in Psychological Astrology series, Liz Greene and Howard Sasportas discuss the value of the inner planets as they symbolize important aspects of personality. We are not trained to give value to our private needs, feelings, and qualities. I

Because the classic writings on the Qabala have been expressed primarily in the terminology of the Western Mystery Tradition or in terms of the ceremonial magician, its usefulness as a tool for the Craft has been overlooked. With this book, Ellen Cannon Reed a High Priestess of the Isian tradition brings the symbolism of the Qabala into a new light so pagans can see its value and use it to enhan

Aleister Crowley´s magnum opus, in which he systematically expounds on mystical and magical theories and techniques. This profusely illustrated edition brings together the complete texts of all four parts of Liber ABA (Book 4) in one volume under the overall title Magick. This edition incorporates Crowley`s own additions, corrections, and annotations, and restores dozens of passages omitted fro

In 1904, The Book of the Law declared the advent of a new period in the course of human history - The Aeon of Horus or Aeon of the Child. The doctrine codified in The Book of the Law and the numerous other Holy Books known as Thelema revealed Aleister Crowley as the Prophet of the new Aeon. In this ground-breaking book, author, J. Daniel Gunther, provides a penetrating and cohesive analysis of the

Llewellyn’s Magical Almanac has inspired practitioners of all skill levels for more than three decades with dozens of new articles grouped by element each year. Perfect for practitioners of all skill levels, this annual collection of useful magic includes spells, rituals, and insights written by esteemed witches and pagans. Deepen your connection to the natural world and enhance your magic w

Design Unique Sigils to Strengthen Your Magical Skills Drawing inspiration from her bestselling books Sigil Witchery and Visual Alchemy, Laura Tempest Zakroff makes it easier than ever to tap into the energy of simple marks and symbols using these ingenious cards. Sigil Witchery Oracle features a tool kit of 42 symbol cards to choose from when creating sigils to enhance the success of yo