Occult studies

An inside look at sex magic in Eastern and Western Mystery traditions Details the sex magic practices of P.

A comprehensive handbook of more than 1,000 magical words, phrases, symbols, and secret alphabets Explains the origins, derivatives, and practical usage of each word, phrase, and spell as well as how they can be combined for custom spells Based on the magical traditions of Europe, Greece, and Egypt and recently discovered one-of-a-kind grimoires from Scandinavia, France, and Germany Includes an in-depth exploration of secret magical alphabets, including those based on Hebrew letters, Kabbalistic symbols, astrological signs, and runes From Abracadabra to the now famous spells of the Harry Potter series, magic words are no longer confined to the practices of pagans, alchemists, witches, and occultists.

Reveals how Christian mythology has more to do with long-standing pagan traditions than the Bible Explains how the church fathers knowingly incorporated pagan elements into the Christian faith to ease the transition to the new religion Identifies pagan deities that were incorporated into each of the saints Shows how all the major holidays in the Christian calendar are modeled on pagan rituals and myths, including Easter and Christmas In this extensive study of the Christian mythology that animated Europe in the Middle Ages, author Philippe Walter reveals how these stories and the holiday traditions connected with them are based on long-standing pagan rituals and myths and have very little connection to the Bible.

Humanitys creative role within the living pattern of nature Explores important scientific discoveries that reveal the self-organizing intelligence at the heart of nature Examines the idea of a living cosmos from its roots in the earliest cultures, to its eclipse during the Scientific Revolution, to its return today Reveals ways to reengage our creative partnership with nature and collaborate with natures intelligence For millennia the world was seen as a creative, interconnected web of life, constantly growing, developing, and restoring itself.

A fully illustrated history of the Temple of Solomon Examines the Temple of Solomon in the Hebrew Scriptures, the New Testament, and Apocryphal writings Explores its role in the founding of Freemasonry, the legends of the Knights Templar, the doctrines of the Kabbalah, and the teachings of Islam Explains the sacred nature of the Temple Mount--the site of the Temple of Solomon--and the secrets that may still be hidden there Richly illustrated, including many photos and images from rare archives The spiritual heart of many esoteric societies, the Temple of Solomon was located atop the Temple Mount in Jerusalem, a site venerated by the three great monotheistic religions as the intersection of Divine and human.

Explores the hidden history of Freemasonry from ancient Rome, through the Middle Ages, to the present Shows the close connection between medieval masons and the Knights Templar Illustrates the sacred nature of Roman and medieval trade associations Reveals the missing link that connects the lodges of modern Freemasonry to the medieval brotherhoods of buildersHistorians often make a sharp distinction between the operative Masonry of the Middle Ages and the speculative Masonry of modern times, emphasizing that there is no direct bridge connecting the two.

Sheds new light on the identity of the alchemist Fulcanelli Provides new understanding of the relationships between the most important figures of the esoteric milieu of Paris in the first half of the 20th century Includes a wealth of rarely seen documents, photos, and lettersFulcanelli, operative alchemist and author of The Mystery of the Cathedrals and The Dwellings of the Philosophers--two of the most important esoteric works of the twentieth century--remains himself a mystery.

A comprehensive study of the use of talismans and amulets in the Western Mystery Tradition Provides an in-depth look at the medieval and Renaissance use of amulets and talismans, including the work of Agrippa, Albertus Magnus, and Athanasius Kircher Provides a full summary of the magical knowledge required to make an amulet or talisman, including the invocations required to activate their powers Reviews different kinds of amulets and talismans, from ancient jewelry and magical objects to the modern rabbits foot or lucky horseshoe The use of talismans and amulets stretches back nearly to the dawn of man, from everyday items magically prepared, such as horns or coins, to intricate and beautiful jewelry imbued with protective powers.

A practical guide to creating plant extracts, essences, and complexes for use in Druidic sex magic rituals Explores the identification, harvesting, and magical properties of more than 70 flowers and trees Details the careful and meticulous spagyric preparation of plant extracts and complexes Demonstrates how plant compounds are used in Druidic sex magic rituals by both couples and groups In this practical guide to Druidic plant magic, Jon G.

A practical guide to the many healing and purifying uses of the mineral known as shungite Explains how shungite counteracts the harmful effects of EMF and radiation from computers, cell phones, Wi-Fi, and other electronic devices Cites many double-blind scientific and medical studies on shungite Explores how shungite acts as a natural antioxidant, immune booster, pain reliever, and allergen suppressant as well as water purifier and revitalizer Reveals how shungite contains fullerenes, which recent research shows are able to slow both the growth of cancer cells and the development of AIDS Found near the small village of Shunga in Russia, the remarkable mineral known as shungite formed naturally more than two billion years ago from living single-cell organisms.

A biographical history of Aleister Crowleys activities in Berlin from 1930 to 1932 as Hitler was rising to power Examines Crowleys focus on his art, his work as a spy for British Intelligence, his colorful love life and sex magick exploits, and his contacts with magical orders Explores Crowleys relationships with Berlins artists, filmmakers, writers, and performers such as Christopher Isherwood, Jean Ross, and Aldous Huxley Recounts the fates of Crowleys friends and colleagues under the Nazis as well as what happened to Crowleys lost art exhibition Gnostic poet, painter, writer, and magician Aleister Crowley arrived in Berlin on April 18, 1930.

An exploration of sacred geometry, space, and time encoded in stone structures during four successive ages of megalithic building Examines the sacred knowledge carefully preserved in the Stone Age structures of Carnac, Stonehenge, Giza, and Teotihuacan Shows how our Stone Age ancestors created a practical system of mathematics, sophisticated enough to discern cycles lasting up to thousands of years Reveals how the Earths shape and proportions mirror the time cycles of the heavens above Our Stone Age ancestors discovered that the geometry of the Earth provided a sacred connection between human experience and the spiritual worlds.

Details the process of spiritual initiation from aspirant to the highest Adept Explains the characteristics of each stage of initiation, including the associated psychological issues that need to be faced to move to the next stage Explores the long history of the Mystery traditions from ancient Egypt, Babylonia, and India to the modern Theosophy of Blavatsky and Bailey Reveals how the Brotherhood of Spiritual Adepts is increasing global tensions to prepare humanity for the Age of Aquarius and spiritual revelation As the precessional cycle transits from Pisces to Aquarius, great shifts in spiritual evolution are on the horizon--not for all of humanity as many in the New Age movement have generously hypothesized but for those who have undertaken the necessary spiritual preparation and initiatory work.

The Moon is not a cold, dead rock but a rich, fascinating world just as alive as Earth Investigates the Moon as the home of an alien intelligence who controls humanity Examines several of NASAs Apollo missions and the findings they concealed Reveals the many holes in the Giant Impact theory about the Moons origins and the evidence for a hollow, artificial Moon Explores the deep influence of the Moon on the collective mind of humanity and occult teachings about the Moon from the Qabbalah, tarot, and other sources Despite being the most prominent celestial body after the Sun, the Moon has many qualities that science has yet to explain.

A practical guide to recognizing and overcoming the patterns and influences of the four generations before you Provides exercises to uncover your familys psychological heritage, heal negative patterns of behavior and illness in your family tree, and discover your true self Explains how we are the product of two forces: repetition of familial patterns from the past and creation of new ideas from the Universal Consciousness of the future Interwoven with examples from Jodorowskys own life and his work with the tarot, psychoanalysis, and psychomagic The family tree is not merely vital statistics about your ancestors.

The goddess origins of the Statue of Liberty and her connections with the founding and the future of America Examines Lady Libertys ties to Native American spiritual traditions, the Earth Mother, Roman goddesses, Black Madonnas, and Mary Magdalene Reveals the sharp contrast between depicting liberty as a female and the reality of women and other suppressed classes even today Explains how this Goddess of the New World inspires all people toward equality, compassion, peace-keeping, and environmental stewardship Uncovering the forgotten lineage of the Statue of Liberty, Bob Hieronimus and Laura Cortner explain how she is based on a female symbol representing America on the earliest maps of the continent in the form of a Native American Queen.

BDSM sexuality as a powerful tool for self-transformation and the realization of magical and spiritual aims Details how to combine the 6 major types of S&M stimulation with sexual stimulation for magical and transformative purposes Explores sado-magical workings from both submissive and dominant perspectives Traces the roots of the BDSM tradition from ancient pagan and shamanic rituals to historical figures such as the Marquis de Sade, Aleister Crowley, and Anton LaVey Sex magic allows us to tap in to the most abundant power source available: sexual energy.

Examines how the ancient customs of constructing and keeping a house formed a sacred bond between homes and their inhabitants Shares many tales of house spirits, from cajoling the local land spirit into becoming ones house spirit to the good and bad luck bestowed by mischievous house elves Explains the meaning behind door and window placement, house orientation, horsehead gables, the fireplace or hearth, and the threshold Reveals the charms, chants, prayers, and building practices used by our ancestors to bestow happiness and prosperity upon their homes and their occupants Why do we hang horseshoes for good luck or place wreaths on our doors?

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A working guide to the proper methods of interacting with the full Vodou pantheon Includes the myths, cultural heritage, and ancestral lineage of the lwa and how to honor and serve them Provides an introduction and guide that is especially useful for the solitary practitioner Discusses the relationship between Vodou, Haitian culture, and Catholicism In The Haitian Vodou Handbook, Kenaz Filan, an initiate of the Socit la Belle Venus, presents a working guide to the proper methods of interacting with the full Vodou pantheon, explaining how to build respectful relationships with the lwa, the spirits honored in Haitian Vodou, and how to transform the fear that often surrounds the Vodou religion.

A guide to the practice of planetary magic Offers tools for practitioners of green magic and folk magic to incorporate astrology into their practice Includes an extensive collection of magical remedies to resolve astrological afflictions Provides information on creating planetary altars and the astrological correspondences of traditional pagan holidays Traditionally, magically oriented astrology has focused on Sun-sign horoscopes while modern Western astrology has focused on attempting to become as scientific as possible in hopes of aligning with its sister science of astronomy.

A working guide on how to achieve financial success by working with the lwa, the spirits of Haitian Vodou Provides spells and spirit work for job hunting, financial success, and career advancement Spells included are detailed and easy to follow--learn to Heat Up Your Business with Ghede or Peruse the Want Ads with Legba Haitian Vodou is a very practical and scientific craft: either you please the spirits and get results or you dont--often for good reason.

A healing path using the power of dreams, theater, poetry, and shamanism Shows how psychological realizations can cause true transformation when manifested by concrete poetic acts Includes many examples of the surreal but successful actions Jodorowsky has prescribed to those seeking his help While living in Mexico, Alejandro Jodorowsky became familiar with the colorful and effective cures provided by folk healers.

A comprehensive study of the major occult writings on Atlantis Fully examines the many occult teachings on Atlantis, including those from G.

A guide to the practices, tools, and rituals of New Orleans Voodoo as well as the many cultural influences at its origins Includes recipes for magical oils, instructions for candle workings, and directions to create gris-gris bags and Voodoo dolls to attract love, money, justice, and healing and for retribution Explores the major figures of New Orleans Voodoo, including Marie Laveau and Dr.

The first book to provide complete, specific instructions for casting the obi oracle of the Santera faith.

A compelling argument that connects the lost treasure of the Knights Templar to the mysterious money pit on Oak Island, Nova Scotia, that has baffled treasure hunters for two centuries Fascinating occult detective work linking the Cathars, the Scottish Masons, and Renne-le-Chateau to the elusive treasure pit on Oak Island Draws on new evidence recently unearthed in Italy, France, and Scotland to provide a compelling solution to one of the world's most enduring mysteries When the Order of Knights Templar was ruthlessly dissolved in 1307 by King Philip the Fair of France it possessed immense wealth and political power, yet none of the treasure the Templars amassed has ever been found.

A working guide on how to find love and sexual fulfillment by working with the lwa, the spirits of Haitian Vodou The first book on wanga (love magic) by an actual Vodou initiate Provides spells and spirit work for many different problems associated with affairs of the heart Spells included are detailed and easy to follow Haitian Vodou, like other folk traditions, is an eminently practical craft.

A comprehensive guide to practicing the magic of the Qabbalah Spells for everyday problems related to health, love, prosperity, and protection Rituals for advanced high-level magic, such as invocation of angelic powers or spiritual vision Explains how to make and design talismans, amulets, and magic bowls, including harnessing the power of Hebrew letters in their designs Details the magical uses of 150 psalms The Qabbalah--the Jewish esoteric tradition--is richly woven with magical practices, from amulets and magic bowls to invocations and magical use of psalms.

Rahns personal diary from his travels as occult investigator for the Third Reich First English translation of the authors journeys in search of a Nordic equivalent to Mt.

First English translation of the book that introduced the realm of Hollow Earth Explores the underground world of Agarttha, sometimes known as Shambhala, a realm that is spiritually and technologically advanced beyond our modern culture One of the most influential works of 19th-century occultism Written by the philosopher who influenced Papus, Rene Gunon, and Rudolf SteinerThe underground realm of Agarttha was first introduced to the Western world in 1886 by the French esoteric philosopher Alexandre Saint-Yves dAlveydre with his book Mission de lInde, translated here for the first time into English.

The first English translation of Maria de Naglowskas sexually magical novella, Le rite sacr de lamour magique Contains autobiographical material from Maria de Naglowskas life Continues, in symbolic story form, the sexual initiatory teachings expounded in Naglowskas The Light of Sex and Advanced Sex Magic Includes a summary of Naglowskas religious doctrine in her own words Available for the first time in English, The Sacred Rite of Magical Love is a mystical, sexually magical novella written by Maria de Naglowska--the Russian mystic and esoteric high priestess of 1930s Paris.

An exploration of the scientific, historical, and paranormal qualities of quartz crystals and ancient crystal skulls Explores the use of crystals throughout history, including their role in Atlantis and in alien technology Offers step-by-step instructions to successfully use crystals in scrying, meditation, and Enochian magic Includes never-before-published scientific findings on the authors crystal skull as well as other crystal skulls researched at the British Museum Explains how the Space-Time Crystal Matrix connects the physical world with the spiritual and may be the communication technology of the future Known for his in-depth scientific work on the Shroud of Turin and the Great Pyramid of Giza, John DeSalvo, Ph.

The origins of modern religion in human sacrifice, ritual cannibalism, visionary intoxication, and the Cult of the Dead Explores ancient practices of producing sacred hallucinogenic foods and oils from the bodies of the dead for ritual consumption and religious anointing Explains how these practices are deeply embedded in the symbolism, theology, and sacraments of modern religion, specifically Christianity and the Eucharist Documents the rites of Cults of the Dead from the prehistoric Minoans on Crete to the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Hebrews to early and medieval Christian sects such as the Cathars Long before the beginnings of civilization, humans have been sacrificed and their flesh used to produce sacred foods and oils for use in religious rites.

Examines the left-hand path and reveals the masters of the tradition Explores the practices and beliefs of many left-hand path groups, including the Cult of Set, the Hell-Fire Club, and heretical Sufi, Zoroastrian, Christian, and Muslim sects Investigates many infamous occult personalities, including Helena Blavatsky, Aleister Crowley, the Marquis de Sade, and Anton LaVey Explains the true difference between the right-hand path and the left-hand path--union with and dependence on God versus individual freedom and self-empowerment From black magic and Satanism to Gnostic sects and Gurdjieffs Fourth Way, the left-hand path has been linked to many practices, cults, and individuals across the ages.

A look at the forgotten ancestors of the modern-day vampire, many of which have very different characteristics Looks at the many ancestoral forms of the modern vampire, including shroud eaters, appesarts, and stafi Presents evidence for the reality of this phenomenon from pre-19th-century newspaper articles and judicial records Of all forms taken by the undead, the vampire wields the most powerful pull on the modern imagination.

Reveals the true nature of medieval belief in the Double of the Soul Demonstrates the survival of a pagan belief that each individual owns three souls, including a double that can journey outside the physical body Explains the nature of death and the Other World hidden beneath the monsters and superstitions in stories from the Middle Ages Monsters, werewolves, witches, and fairies remain a strong presence in our stories and dreams.

A comprehensive examination of the rituals and philosophies of the Celtic holiday of Samhain, the inspiration for Halloween.

The first book to provide complete, specific instructions on casting the Diloggn, the cowrie-shell oracle of the Orishas.

An examination of the interactions of the Christian Knights Templar and their Muslim counterparts, the Assassins, and of the profound changes in Western society that resulted.

The story of John Chang, the first man to be documented performing pyrokinesis, telekinesis, levitation, telepathy, and other paranormal abilities.

A radical reexamination of Western history that suggests the descendants of Moses were the architects of the rise of the Roman Church and the ancestors of European aristocracy Answers the inexplicable disappearance of all mention of Mosess descendants from the Bible Reveals the key role played by Josephus Flavius in shaping early Christianity Explains the connection of this secret priesthood to modern secret societies like the Freemasons After the book of Exodus, Mosess two sons and numerous descendants all vanish from the Bible.

Shows how the true teachings of Jesus were passed down through the centuries and shaped the vision of the Founding Fathers Reveals for the first time the hidden link that connects James the Brother, Islam, the Cathars, the Knights Templar, and Freemasonry Shows how the Founding Fathers used these teachings enshrined in Masonic principles to build a new nation With the success of Pauls desire to impose his vision for the Church, the true teachings of Jesus--as preserved by his family and disciples--were forced into hiding.

A modern-day quest that echoes the ancient alchemists work to discover the elixir of life Provides an overview of alchemical practices in the ancient world--from Europe to China Reveals the alchemical secrets for creating this elixir in clear scientific language In 1989, while attempting to extract precious minerals from his property, a wealthy Arizonan obtained a mysterious white material that initially defied scientific attempts to identify it.

The ultimate source text of Enochian Magic never before available in book form Contains the actual and complete Tables of Enoch given to Dr.

An in-depth investigation of traditional European folk medicine and the healing arts of witches Explores the outlawed alternative medicine of witches suppressed by the state and the Church and how these plants can be used today Reveals that female shamanic medicine can be found in cultures all over the world Illustrated with color and black-and-white art reproductions dating back to the 16th centuryWitch medicine is wild medicine.

A book of recipes, spells, and rituals for celebrating our connection to the Earth and her seasons.

A comprehensive look at the life of Elias Ashmole, who represents the historic missing link between operative and symbolic Freemasonry Explores the true role of occult and magical studies in the genesis of modern science Explains the full meaning of the term magus, which Ashmole exemplifiedElias Ashmole (1617-1692) was the first to record a personal account of initiation into Accepted Freemasonry.

More than 60 pagan leaders and teachers describe in their own words what they believe and what they practice.

An exploration of mythological and archaeological evidence for prehistoric giants Examines the many corresponding giant mythologies throughout the world, such as the Greek and Roman titans, Norse frost giants, and the biblical Nephilim Reveals recent finds of giant skeletons in the deserts of Saudi Arabia and India Explains how giants passed on their sophisticated culture and civilization to humanity before being wiped out in the great age of cataclysms and floods Giants are a cornerstone of the myths, legends, and traditions of almost every culture on Earth.