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| the book of thelema: The Holy Books of the A.'.A.' Aleister Crowley, 2021-03 |
| the book of thelema: The Book of Lies Aleister Crowley, 2022-01-04 The Book of Lies was written by English occultist and teacher Aleister Crowley under the pen name of Frater Perdurabo. As Crowley describes it: This book deals with many matters on all planes of the very highest importance. It is an official publication for Babes of the Abyss, but is recommended even to beginners as highly suggestive. The book consists of 91 chapters, each of which consists of one page of text. The chapters include a question mark, poems, rituals, instructions, and obscure allusions and cryptograms. The subject of each chapter is generally determined by its number and its corresponding Qabalistic meaning. |
| the book of thelema: Thelema Colin D. Campbell, 2018-02-08 The Life and Legacy of One of History's Most Fascinating Magicians Thelema is one of the most powerful and influential systems of magick the world has ever known. But to truly understand the philosophy and practice of Thelema, you need to understand its charismatic founder, Aleister Crowley. Thelema reveals this enigmatic figure in all of his provocative and brilliant glory, providing a biography of Crowley and showing how his work evolved to become a paradigm-shifting system of magick. This book also explores the texts and writings that form the basis of Thelema, and it provides step-by-step instructions for practicing the basic rites and rituals of this often-misunderstood tradition. Thelema provides a multifaceted method for spiritual attainment that focuses on manifesting your true will. Discover how Crowley developed his remarkable techniques, and learn how to begin or deepen your own magical practice with elements of Qabalah, Gnosticism, Eastern philosophy, Egyptian spirituality, tarot, and more. Along the way, you'll learn about Crowley's involvement in the Golden Dawn and the O.T.O., his clandestine activities during both world wars, and the nature and influence of his personal relationships. Includes photos Foreword by Lon Milo DuQuette Praise: Colin Campbell's earlier works have shown him to be one of the most thorough and thoughtful Thelemic authors of our era. In Thelema, Campbell brings this same acumen and clarity of expression to the life and work of Aleister Crowley. The book covers a wide range of territory—historical, theoretical, and practical—and will be a useful resource for beginners and more advanced students alike.—David Shoemaker, author of Living Thelema |
| the book of thelema: Overthrowing the Old Gods Don Webb, 2013-11-02 New commentaries on Aleister Crowley’s Book of the Law reveal how it is connected to both Right- and Left-Hand Paths • Examines each line of the Book of the Law in the light of modern psychology, Egyptology, Gurdjieff’s teachings, and contemporary Left-Hand Path thought • Explores Crowley’s identification with the First Beast of Revelations as well as his adoption of the Loki archetype for becoming a vessel of love for all humanity • Recasts the Cairo Working as a text of personal sovereignty and a relevant tool for personal transformation • Includes commentary on the Book of the Law by Dr. Michael A. Aquino, who served as High Priest of the Temple of Set from 1975 to 1996 Received by Aleister Crowley in April 1904 in Cairo, Egypt, the Book of the Law is the most provocative record of magical working in several hundred years, affecting not only organizations directly associated with Crowley such as the Ordo Templi Orientis but also modern Wicca, Chaos Magic, and the Temple of Set. Boldly defying Crowley’s warning not to comment on the Book of the Law, Ipsissimus Don Webb provides in-depth interpretation from both Black and White Magical perspectives, including commentary from Dr. Michael A. Aquino, who served as High Priest of the Temple of Set from 1975 to 1996. Webb examines each line of the Book in the light of modern psychology, Egyptology, existentialism, and competing occult systems such as the teachings of G. I. Gurdjieff and contemporary Left-Hand Path thought. Discarding the common image of Crowley formulated in a spiritually unsophisticated time when the devotee of the Left-Hand Path was dismissed as a selfish evil doer, Webb unveils a new side of Crowley based on his adoption of the Loki archetype and his aim to become a vessel of love for all humanity. In so doing, he shows how the Book of the Law is connected to both Right- and Left-Hand Paths and reveals how Crowley’s magical path of mastery over the self and Cosmos overthrew the gods of old religion, which had kept humanity asleep to dream the nightmare of history. Providing in-depth analysis of Crowley’s sources and his self-identification with the First Beast of Revelation from a profound esoteric perspective, Webb takes his views out of the Golden Dawn matrix within which he received the Book of the Law and radically recasts the Cairo Working as a text of personal sovereignty and a relevant tool for personal transformation. |
| the book of thelema: Aleister Crowley's Four Books of Magick , 2021-11-09 This is the masterpiece of occultist, magician and philosopher Aleister Crowley, introduced for the first time by one of the world's leading experts on Western esoteric traditions, Stephen Skinner. Do what thou wilt. Written in the early twentieth century, the four books contained within this collection make up one of the most complete and groundbreaking works on the practice of magick ever written. They are considered to be the masterpiece of occultist, magician and philosopher Aleister Crowley and the core texts for the religion of Thelema. Their influence on alternative western thought and philosophy cannot be exaggerated. Also known as Book Four, or Liber ABA, the four parts bring together many rituals, received texts, theorems and unequalled insights into the practice of magick, culminating in The Book of the Law, the central, sacred text dictated to Crowley by a preternatural entity. Anyone interested in yoga, ceremonial magic, esoteric thought, invocation, divination and beyond, or those looking to delve into the fascinating, playful and illuminating writings of a unique man, will find inspiration. For the first time, one of the world's leading experts on Western esoteric traditions and magic, Dr. Stephen Skinner, introduces the text, sharing his insights into Crowley's take on yoga, ceremonial magick and Thelema. His long involvement with magick, both as an academic and as a practitioner, enabled Dr. Skinner to highlight the differences between the psychological and the spirit-orientated approaches to magick, and to show how that dilemma shaped Crowley's practice and his founding of Thelema, enlightening the reader to many previously unknown connections. |
| the book of thelema: Tantric Thelema Sam Webster, 2010-02 Over a decade in development, Tantric Thelema develops author Sam Webster's Pagan Dharma work uniting Pagan, especially Thelemic spirituality with Buddhist wisdom and ritual technology. It gives a complete method for learning a Mahayoga Tantric technique for invoking the primary deity of Thelema, Ra-Hoor-Khuit. Forty-seven practices are described in fine detail with clear theory to enable the reader to advance spiritually. For the first time ever the Initiatory and Couples practices are published, along with a practice to prepare for Death. Sam Webster, M. Div., Mage, has taught magick publicly since 1984. He graduated from Starr King School for the Ministry at the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley in 1993. He is an Adept of the Golden Dawn and a cofounder of the Chthonic-Ouranian Templar order, as well as an initiate of Wiccan, Buddhist, Hindu and Masonic traditions. His work has been published in a number of journals such as Green Egg, Reclaiming Quarterly, Mezlim, and Gnosis. He founded the Open Source Order of the Golden Dawn in 2001 (www.OSOGD.org), and serves the Pagan community principally as a priest of Hermes. |
| the book of thelema: The Law of Thelema Antti P. Balk, 2018-02 Principles of Crowley's philosophy, carefully extracted from his own writings, compared and contrasted with those of other thinkers, ancient and modern, Oriental and Occidental. |
| the book of thelema: Commentaries on the Holy Books and Other Papers Aleister Crowley, 1998-09 This text examines the essentials of the A.A. system of initiation from the preliminary stage of Student to the attainment of the Knowledge and Conversation of the Holy Guardian Angel. |
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| the book of thelema: Liber Aleph Vel CXI Aleister Crowley, 1991-01-01 Written in New York City at the end of the First World War, this has been described by Crowley as an extended and elaborate commentary on The Book of the law, in the form of a letter from the Master Therion to his magical son. |
| the book of thelema: The Magick of Aleister Crowley Lon Milo DuQuette, 2022-12-01 The 30th Anniversary of the Classic Guide to Thelema, Aleister Crowley’s Spiritual System of Ritual Magick, with a New Introduction by the Author. This is the perfect introductory text for readers who wonder what the works—rather than the myth—of Aleister Crowley are all about. DuQuette begins by dispatching some of the myths that have surrounded Crowley’s life and legend. He then explores the practice of rituals themselves, unpacking Crowley’s often opaque writing and offering his own commentary. Step by step, and in plain English, he presents a course of study with examples of rituals and explanations of their significance. DuQuette also includes a survey of many of Crowley’s original works with an extensive bibliography and endnotes. Formerly titled The Magick of Thelema, then released in a revised edition published in 2003, this Weiser Classics edition includes a new introduction by the author. |
| the book of thelema: The Book of Lies Aleister Crowley, 2019-10-20 Aleister Crowley's The Book of Lies. Created from high res scans of a 1913 first edition copy, this printing faithfully recreates the original printing as closely as possible. Digital edition available for free at https: //keepsilence.org |
| the book of thelema: Thelema Magick Explained Riley Star, 2018-08-29 This book is about giving you the brief overview of Thelema Magick and its principle based from Aleister Crowley. He is one of the most important figures of magick and occultism. Crowley's teaching is focused on finding one's true will, which he believed is something that stems out from one's core being; thus defining one's true nature, path, your true calling or purpose - is instrumental in knowing your true self. This is what we want to accomplish in this book. We want to show you the philosophical side based from Crowley's teachings, and also state in plain layman's term about the nature of finding one's will, and perhaps provide some practical guidance on how to approach such undertaking so that you can have a glimpse of what this subject is all about, and learn to use it in your daily lives. Thelema Magick Overview, Aliester Crowley, Basics Rituals, Daily Magickal Regimen, Elemental Tools, Phases of Magickal Rituals, How to Discover One's True Will and More! |
| the book of thelema: 777 And Other Qabalistic Writings of Aleister Crowley Aleister Crowley, 1986-06-01 This edition includes Liber 777, Gematria (from Equinox Volume 1, Number 5), and Sepher Sephiroth (from Equinox Volume 1, Number 8). |
| the book of thelema: Q.B.L., Or The Bride's Reception Achad (Frater), 1922 |
| the book of thelema: The Works of Aleister Crowley [Three Volumes] Aleister Crowley, 2012-04-01 2012 Reprint of Original Three Volume s First Published from 1905-1907. Exact facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. This is a collection of Crowley's early esoteric writings and poetry and comprise the first collected edition of his writings. Aleister Crowley, born Edward Alexander Crowley, and also known as both Frater Perdurabo and The Great Beast, was an influential English occultist, mystic, ceremonial magician, poet and mountaineer, who was responsible for founding the religious philosophy of Thelema. In his role as the founder of the Thelemite philosophy, he came to see himself as the prophet who was entrusted with informing humanity that it was entering the new Aeon of Horus in the early 20th century. Born into a wealthy upper class family, as a young man he became an influential member of the esoteric Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn after befriending the order's leader, Samuel Liddell MacGregor Mathers. Subsequently believing that he was being contacted by his Holy Guardian Angel, an entity known as Aiwass, while staying in Egypt in 1904, he received a text known as 'The Book of the Law' from what he believed was a divine source, and around which he would come to develop his new philosophy of Thelema. He would go on to found his own occult society and eventually rose to become a leader of Ordo Templi Orientis (O.T.O.), before founding a religious commune in Cefalu known as the Abbey of Thelema, which he led from 1920 through till 1923. After abandoning the Abbey amid widespread opposition, Crowley returned to Britain, where he continued to promote Thelema until his death. Crowley has remained an influential figure and is widely thought of as the most influential occultist of all time. Includes: Volume 1. Aceldama. The tale of Archais. Songs of the spirit. The poem. Jephithah. Mysteries. Jezebel, and other tragic poems. An appeal to the American republic. The fatal force. The mother's tragedy. The temple of the holy ghost. Carmen Saeculare. Tannhauser. Epilogue. Appendix. -- Volume 2. Oracles. Alice: An adultery. The Argonauts. Ahab and other poems. The God-eater. The sword of song. Ambrosii magi hortus rosarum. The three characteristics. An essay on ontology. Science and Buddhism. The excluede middle; or, the sceptic refuted. Time. Epilogue. Volume 3. The star and the garter. Rosa mundi, and other love-songs. The Sire de Maletroit's door. Gargoyles. Rodin in rime. Orpheus. Epilogue and dedication. Appendix A. Bibliographical note. Appendix B. Index of first lines. |
| the book of thelema: Whoredom Sutra Warlock Asylum, 2017-01-22 The Whoredom Sutra, widely accepted as The Holy Qu'ran of Thelema, was deemed for publication before the death of Aleister Crowley. A legendary companion of The Book of the Law, this sacred text is filled with hidden tantric formulas for the said purpose of accomplishing the great work of Whoredom according to the Law of Thelema. Whoredom Sutra is the only scriptural authoritative text that illustrates the spiritual value of whoredom and the enlightenment that an open sexual lifestyle can breed when approached with sincerity. This book covers a wide array of sexual topics that can be understood and also utilized by those outside the circles of Thelema and within. including the subject of spirits and genies' interest in human sexuality. Anyone interested in whoredom will find this book to be the hidden treasure that they were looking for. |
| the book of thelema: THE RELIGION OF THELEMA Aleister Crowley, S. L. MacGregor Mathers, Mary d'Este Sturges, 2023-12-21 Delving into the esoteric and transformative world of Thelema, 'THE RELIGION OF THELEMA' assembles a profound selection of writings that encapsulate its mystical philosophies and rituals. This anthology explores the pioneering vision of Thelema, characterized by its tenets of self-discovery, spiritual enlightenment, and cosmic balance. These works transcend conventional religious boundaries, offering innovative interpretations through a range of literary styles, from cryptic poetry to philosophical exegesis, thereby challenging pre-existing paradigms and inviting readers to reimagine the cosmos and their place within it. Central to this anthology are the collaborative efforts of visionary figures Aleister Crowley, S. L. MacGregor Mathers, and Mary d'Este Sturges. These authors, each instrumental to the occult revival of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, bring forth a tapestry of thought steeped in Hermetic wisdom and Eastern spirituality. Their diverse backgrounds coalesce, informing and enriching the spiritual and philosophical discourse of Thelema. This collection aligns with the broader Hermetic Tradition, reflecting its historical and cultural resonance within Western esotericism. For scholars and seekers alike, 'THE RELIGION OF THELEMA' provides an unparalleled gateway into the multifaceted universe of Thelema. Engaging with this anthology offers readers the rare opportunity to encounter revolutionary ideas that challenge the status quo and inspire a re-examination of reality through diverse perspectives. Its comprehensive exploration of esoteric thought and practice that spans generations positions this collection as both an educational asset and a source of profound personal insight, elevating it as a must-read in any spiritual or philosophical library. |
| the book of thelema: Thelema for the People Dionysius Rogers, 2019-01-30 A collection of essays on topics concerning the Gnostic Catholic Church as reformed by Aleister Crowley and his successors: organization, doctrine, symbolism, and history. Also includes instruction in a modified form of Ignatian meditation for Thelemites. The ambition of these talks, papers, and prayers is to supply a hearty breakfast of Scientific Religion to those who have drunk and danced all night with Doubt, so that they may have the energy and endurance to do so again. |
| the book of thelema: The Law is for All Aleister Crowley, 1996 Crowley discovered that the Book of the Law held the keys to the next step in human evolution but he felt he was too near to the subject matter to judge the value of his own commentaries. This authorized version of the commentaries was produced by editor Louis Wilkinson and completed posthumously. |
| the book of thelema: Thelemic Magick Aleister Crowley, Marcelo Motta, 1991 |
| the book of thelema: Aleister Crowley: The Biography Tobias Churton, 2012-01-01 In early 20th-century England, Aleister Crowley (1875-1947) was considered the wickedest man in the world. Today he's seen as a prophet, a master of the occult, and a spiritual pioneer—and his reputation just keeps on growing. This new biography, written with the cooperation of leading Crowley scholars and including new revelations from Crowley's grandson, displays the full scope of the man's many achievements as poet, explorer, spiritualist, wartime spy, and a thinker as significant as Jung, Freud, or Einstein. |
| the book of thelema: The Tarot Robert Place, 2005-03-17 The Tarot is one of the few books that cuts through conventional misperceptions to explore the Tarot deck as it really developed in the Middle Ages and Renaissance Europe-not, as some would suggest, in the far reaches of Egyp-tian antiquity. Mining the Hermetic, alchemical, and Neoplatonic influences behind the evolution of the deck, author Robert M. Place provides a historically grounded and compelling portrait of the Tarot's true origins, without overlooking the deck's mystical dimensions. Indeed, Place uncommonly weds reliable historiography with a practical understanding of the intuitive help and divinatory guidance that the cards can bring. He presents techniques that offer new and valuable ways to read and interpret the cards. Based on a simple three-card spread, Place's approach can be used by either the seasoned practitioner or the new inquirer. |
| the book of thelema: Moonchild Illustrated Aleister Crowley, 2021-01-28 Moonchild is a novel written by the British occultist Aleister Crowley in 1917. Its plot involves a magical war between a group of white magicians, led by Simon Iff, and a group of black magicians, over an unborn child. It was first published by Mandrake Press in 1929 and its recent edition is published by Weiser. |
| the book of thelema: The Equinox of the Gods Aleister Crowley, Jack Hammerly, 2014-02-25 The Equinox of the Gods is a book first published in 1936 detailing the events and circumstances leading up to Aleister Crowley's transcription of The Book of the Law, the central text of Thelema. The Equinox of the Gods has proven itself an elusive and - until now - costly tome for the practitioner or student to acquire. Containing handwritten excerpts from his personal journal, illustrations and The Book of the Law in it's entirety. This book will serve as a cornerstone in your library. |
| the book of thelema: Household Gods Aleister Crowley, 2022-09-15 In Household Gods, Aleister Crowley intricately weaves a narrative that transcends mere fiction, delving into the realms of mysticism and the human psyche. The book is set against the backdrop of his complex philosophical beliefs, embodying a unique literary style that marries poetic prose with mystical symbolism. Crowley's exploration of the concept of deities within the domestic sphere challenges conventional perspectives, encouraging readers to reflect on the divine influences in everyday life. Written in a time when spiritual exploration was gaining popularity, this work serves as both a narrative and a philosophical treatise, inviting a deeper engagement with the spiritual and metaphysical dimensions of existence. Aleister Crowley was a prominent figure in the early 20th century occult movement, known for his eclectic and often controversial beliefs. His experiences in various philosophical and spiritual traditions, including Thelema, informed much of his writing. Household Gods can be seen as a culmination of his explorations, revealing how personal experiences and cultural influences shaped his views on divinity and spirituality in domestic spaces. This compelling text is recommended for readers interested in mysticism, literary symbolism, and the intersection of the mundane and the sacred. Crowley's vivid storytelling and profound insights make Household Gods a thought-provoking read for those seeking to understand the complexities of spirituality within the everyday human experience. |
| the book of thelema: Commentaries on the Holy Books and Other Papers Aleister Crowley, 1996 This new issue of the Equinox is a companion volume to The Holy Books of Thelema (also published by Samuel Weiser), and a coherent text book in it s own right. It covers the essentials of the A ??? A ??? system of initiation, from the preliminary stage of Student to the attainment of the Knowledge and Conversion of the Holy Guardian Angel. The centerpiece of the book is the Master Therion's penetrating commentary to the inspired writing THE BOOK OF THE HEART. |
| the book of thelema: The Holy Books of Thelema Aiwaz (Spirit), Aleister Crowley, 1983 The first collection of writings received by the author in trance states, this material forms the basis of his teachings. Extensive bibliographies and a preface provide a context for how the material was received and written. Produced and supervised by the O.T.O. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved. |
| the book of thelema: Holy Bible (NIV) Various Authors,, 2008-09-02 The NIV is the world's best-selling modern translation, with over 150 million copies in print since its first full publication in 1978. This highly accurate and smooth-reading version of the Bible in modern English has the largest library of printed and electronic support material of any modern translation. |
| the book of thelema: The Book of Thelema: A Modern Reimagining of Liber AL vel Legis , Unleash Your True Potential with The Book of Thelema: A Modern Reimagining of Liber AL vel Legis Step into the transformative philosophy of Thelema with this expanded and accessible reimagining of Liber AL vel Legis. This groundbreaking book distills Aleister Crowley’s profound teachings into a modern, comprehensive guide to self-discovery, spiritual empowerment, and universal harmony. Discover What Awaits You Inside: The Path to True Will: Learn how to align with your unique purpose and create a life of authenticity and fulfillment. Freedom and Love in Balance: Explore the liberating principle of Do what thou wilt alongside the unifying force of Love under will. Ancient Wisdom for Modern Seekers: Understand Thelema’s archetypes—Nuit, Hadit, and Ra-Hoor-Khuit—and their relevance to your personal and spiritual growth. Practical Tools for Transformation: From daily rituals to self-reflection techniques, unlock powerful methods to manifest your goals and overcome challenges. Why This Book Matters: Accessible Yet Profound: Whether you’re new to Thelema or a seasoned practitioner, this book offers insights that resonate deeply while remaining easy to understand. A Roadmap to Mastery: Step-by-step guidance helps you embrace your individuality, achieve inner balance, and contribute to universal harmony. For Those Who Seek More: If you’ve ever felt there’s a greater purpose to your existence, this book reveals the path to discovering it. Perfect For: Spiritual seekers and mystics ready to deepen their journey. Anyone desiring freedom from societal constraints and a connection to their higher purpose. Readers of Aleister Crowley, esoteric philosophy, and personal development. Claim Your Freedom, Love, and Will Today This is more than a book—it’s an invitation to unlock your infinite potential and live the life you were destined to create. Step into the Aeon of Horus. Order your copy now and begin the journey to your true self. |
| the book of thelema: ΘΕλΗΜΑ Aleister Crowley, 2021-10-14 The Holy Books of Thelema is the name recently given to the collection of those works that Aleister Crowley penned, but that he claimed were written through him--not by him. They therefore are to be considered 'inspired' works. The chief of these books, Liber AL vel Legis, is the only one that involved a voice dictating the text to him. Of all the others, Crowley writes in Confessions: The spirit came upon me and I wrote a number of books in a way which I hardly know how to describe. They were not taken from dictation like The Book of the Law nor were they my own composition. I cannot even call them automatic writing. I can only say that I was not wholly conscious at the time of what I was writing...I cannot doubt that these books are the work of an intelligence independent of my own. Contents of ΘΕΛΗΜΑ Volume I Liber LXI vel Causæ--Explains the actual history and origin of the present movement. This text, being in Class D, is not technically a Holy Book, but was included in ΘΕΛΗΜΑ as an Introduction, and is thus listed here. Liber LXV: Liber Cordis Cincti Serpente--An account of the relations of the aspirant and his Holy Guardian Angel. Volume II Liber VII: Liber Liberi vel Lapidis Lazuli--These are the Birth Words of a Master of the Temple. Its 7 Chapters are referred to the 7 Planets in the following order: Mars, Saturn, Jupiter, Sol, Mercury, Luna, Venus. Volume III Liber XXVII: Liber Trigrammaton sub Figura XXVII--Being a book of Trigrams of the Mutations of the Tao with the Yin and yang. An account of the Cosmic process. Liber CCXX: Liber AL vel Legis sub Figura CCXX: The Book of the Law--Among the Holy Books of Thelema, the chief is The Book of the Law. Every Thelemite is expected to interpret the book, each for himself. Liber DCCCXIII vel Ararita--An account of the Hexagram and the method of reducing it to the Unity and Beyond. This book describes in magical language a very secret process of Initiation. |
| the book of thelema: The Sacred Books of Thelema Aleister Crowley, S. L. MacGregor Mathers, Mary d'Este Sturges, 2022-01-04 Thelema is an esoteric and occult social or spiritual philosophy and religious movement developed in the early 1900s by Aleister Crowley. The Thelemic pantheon—a collection of gods and goddesses who either literally exist or serve as symbolic archetypes or metaphors—includes a number of deities, primarily a trio adapted from ancient Egyptian religion, who are the three speakers of The Book of the Law: Nuit, Hadit and Ra-Hoor-Khuit. This book thoroughly explains thelemic belief system which is synthesised from many sources, including Eastern Yoga, Hermeticism, medieval grimoires, contemporary magical theories from writers like Eliphas Levi and Helena Blavatsky, and Crowley's own original contributions. Aspects of Thelema and Crowley's thought in general inspired the development of Wicca and, to a certain degree, the rise of Modern Paganism as a whole, as well as chaos magick and some variations of Satanism. Contents: The Book of the Law (Liber AL vel Legis) The Law of Liberty (Liber DCCCXXXVII) Ecclesiæ Gnosticæ Catholicæ Creed Liber A'ash vel Capricorni Pneumatici Liber B vel Magi Liber Cheth vel Vallum Abiegni Liber Cordis Cincti Serpente Liber DCCCXIII vel Ararita Liber III vel Jugorum Liber Liberi vel Lapidis Lazuli Liber Librae Liber LXI vel Causæ Liber Porta Lucis Liber Resh vel Helios Liber Stellae Rubeae Liber Tzaddi vel Hamus Hermeticus |
| the book of thelema: Diary of a Drug Fiend Aleister Crowley, 2018-09 The true story of Aleister Crowley's own experience with drugs. |
| the book of thelema: The Book of the Law Aleister Crowley, 2023-12-21 Aleister Crowley's 'The Book of the Law' presents a groundbreaking philosophical framework that defines modern occult theory through its unique literary style combining poetic prose, oracular declarations, and esoteric symbolism. Written in 1904, during a transformative period for western esotericism, the book claims to be the result of Crowley'Äôs reception of a mystical revelation from a higher intelligence known as Aiwass. This work serves as the foundational text for Thelema, advocating individual will as the ultimate means of spiritual attainment and freedom, encapsulated in its key tenet: Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law. Aleister Crowley, often referred to as the Great Beast, was a complex figure characterized by his fervent advocacy for personal liberation and his quest to integrate Eastern mysticism with Western esoteric traditions. His extensive travels, studies in various mystical arts, and his positions within several occult organizations uniquely equipped him with the philosophical insights necessary to confront the spiritual dogmas of his time. Thus, 'The Book of the Law' emerges from Crowley's concerns about the repressive moral structures of the early 20th century, dabbling in themes of spiritual and sexual liberation. Readers seeking to delve into the intricacies of spiritual autonomy and the intersection of modernity with ancient wisdom will find 'The Book of the Law' an engaging and provocative exploration. Crowley'Äôs work challenges not just the philosopher'Äôs view of morality but also invites an engaging dialogue on the nature of existence. For those intrigued by metaphysics, mysticism, or the occult, this seminal text is a must-read that fervently advocates for the exploration of one's true self. |
| the book of thelema: ΘΕλΗΜΑ Aleister Crowley, 2021-10-14 The Holy Books of Thelema is the name recently given to the collection of those works that Aleister Crowley penned, but that he claimed were written through him--not by him. They therefore are to be considered 'inspired' works. The chief of these books, Liber AL vel Legis, is the only one that involved a voice dictating the text to him. Of all the others, Crowley writes in Confessions: The spirit came upon me and I wrote a number of books in a way which I hardly know how to describe. They were not taken from dictation like The Book of the Law nor were they my own composition. I cannot even call them automatic writing. I can only say that I was not wholly conscious at the time of what I was writing...I cannot doubt that these books are the work of an intelligence independent of my own. Contents of ΘΕΛΗΜΑ Volume I Liber LXI vel Causæ--Explains the actual history and origin of the present movement. This text, being in Class D, is not technically a Holy Book, but was included in ΘΕΛΗΜΑ as an Introduction, and is thus listed here. Liber LXV: Liber Cordis Cincti Serpente--An account of the relations of the aspirant and his Holy Guardian Angel. Volume II Liber VII: Liber Liberi vel Lapidis Lazuli--These are the Birth Words of a Master of the Temple. Its 7 Chapters are referred to the 7 Planets in the following order: Mars, Saturn, Jupiter, Sol, Mercury, Luna, Venus. Volume III Liber XXVII: Liber Trigrammaton sub Figura XXVII--Being a book of Trigrams of the Mutations of the Tao with the Yin and yang. An account of the Cosmic process. Liber CCXX: Liber AL vel Legis sub Figura CCXX: The Book of the Law--Among the Holy Books of Thelema, the chief is The Book of the Law. Every Thelemite is expected to interpret the book, each for himself. Liber DCCCXIII vel Ararita--An account of the Hexagram and the method of reducing it to the Unity and Beyond. This book describes in magical language a very secret process of Initiation. |
| the book of thelema: THE RELIGION OF THELEMA Aleister Crowley, S. L. MacGregor Mathers, Mary d'Este Sturges, 2021-07-16 Thelema is an esoteric and occult social or spiritual philosophy and religious movement developed in the early 1900s by Aleister Crowley. The Thelemic pantheon—a collection of gods and goddesses who either literally exist or serve as symbolic archetypes or metaphors—includes a number of deities, primarily a trio adapted from ancient Egyptian religion, who are the three speakers of The Book of the Law: Nuit, Hadit and Ra-Hoor-Khuit. This book thoroughly explains thelemic belief system which is synthesised from many sources, including Eastern Yoga, Hermeticism, medieval grimoires, contemporary magical theories from writers like Eliphas Levi and Helena Blavatsky, and Crowley's own original contributions. Aspects of Thelema and Crowley's thought in general inspired the development of Wicca and, to a certain degree, the rise of Modern Paganism as a whole, as well as chaos magick and some variations of Satanism._x000D_ Contents:_x000D_ The Book of the Law (Liber AL vel Legis)_x000D_ The Law of Liberty (Liber DCCCXXXVII) _x000D_ Ecclesiæ Gnosticæ Catholicæ Creed _x000D_ Liber A'ash vel Capricorni Pneumatici _x000D_ Liber B vel Magi _x000D_ Liber Cheth vel Vallum Abiegni _x000D_ Liber Cordis Cincti Serpente _x000D_ Liber DCCCXIII vel Ararita _x000D_ Liber III vel Jugorum _x000D_ Liber Liberi vel Lapidis Lazuli _x000D_ Liber Librae _x000D_ Liber LXI vel Causæ _x000D_ Liber Porta Lucis _x000D_ Liber Resh vel Helios _x000D_ Liber Stellae Rubeae _x000D_ Liber Tzaddi vel Hamus Hermeticus |
| the book of thelema: The Collected Works of Aleister Crowley Aleister Crowley, S. L. MacGregor Mathers, Mary d'Este Sturges, 2023-12-21 The Collected Works of Aleister Crowley offers an expansive exploration into the mystical and philosophical realms traversed by one of history's most enigmatic figures. This anthology spans a range of literary styles, from poetry and prose to mystical treatises, reflecting Crowley'Äôs versatile genius. Suggesting elements of the occult, the texts within engage with deep esoteric questions, often punctuated by intense symbolism and a lyrical exploration of the human spirit. The collection stands as a testament to the intellectual curiosity and spiritual audacity of the early 20th century, incorporating standout pieces that provoke thought and stir the imagination. Edited by esteemed contemporaries such as S. L. MacGregor Mathers and Mary d'ÄôEste Sturges, this collection draws together voices that were at the forefront of the burgeoning Thelemic movement. Together, these contributors provide a fascinating backdrop to Crowley'Äôs towering influence in both Western esotericism and broader cultural landscapes. The editors'Äô own storied backgrounds in mysticism and literary circles enrich this anthology, showcasing a convergence of historical and cultural profundities that deepen the reader's understanding of the occult traditions that shaped the period. This anthology invites readers into a unique journey through diverse narratives and thought-provoking works contained within a single volume. It is an essential read for those interested in esoteric literature, providing a panoramic view of the mystical, artistic, and philosophical insights of a bygone era. Its breadth of themes and depth of cultural interaction offer not only educational enrichment but also the opportunity to engage in the ongoing dialogue between the varied voices of Crowley and his contemporaries. |
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