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  • The Circle of the Art [Summoning]

    I am moving my articles from the Art of Summoning website, to here on my blog. I want to improve on the success of my blog by adding these articles. In a few weeks my art of Summoning website will no longer host these articles.

    The Circle in Ceremonial Magic

    The magic circle is known as the Circle of the Art in the Grimoire of Solomon. The Circle is inscribed into the ritual area, and used as a boundary between the magician and the spirits, keeping them at bay with the protection of inscribed talismans and incantations. The circle of the art is also used to draw upon the power of Jehova in order to make demons obey.

    The magician is given instruction to create three concentric circles, in a clockwise direction. This is symbolized by the coiled serpent upon which the names of the angels of the nine Sephiroth are written. around this circle are four stars each symbolizing all of the elements, one for each elemental corner or direction. The magician is given instruction to create three concentric circles, clockwise which is symbolized by the serpent upon which the names of the angels of the nine Sephira are written. around this circle are four stars each symbolizing all of the elements, one for each elemental corner or direction. Above this is the triangle and circle of the art, a glyph or image that calls upon the power of God through the will of the magician.

    “Take thou Knife, the Sickle or Sword of magical art, consecrated after the manner and order which we shall deliver unto thee……With this knife or with the Sickle of the Art thou shalt describe, beyond the inner Circle which thou shalt have already formed, a second circle encompassing the other at the distance of one foot there from and having the same centre. Within this space, of a foot in breadth between the first and second circumferential line, thou shal trace towards the Four Quarters of the Earth…..” –S.L. MacGregor Mathers Goetia…“1

    Solomon Triangle of the Art

    Above this image of the coiled serpent is the Triangle of the Art, an image inscribed in front of the Circle of the Art that calls upon the power of God through the will of the magician. The magician creates these symbols within the summoning area to evoke, or manifest a demon into the triangle. Within the triangle name of Michael, and at the sides are written the words, Tetragrammation meaning Yod, He Vau He, the Four Names of God, Anaphaxetongreat God of the heavenly hosts, and Primeumation translated as Thou who art the First and the Last2. translated as

    “This is the Form of the Magical Triangle, into the which Solomon did command the Evil Spirits. It is to be made at 2 feet distance from the Magical Circle and it is 3 feet across..“–S.L. MacGregor Mathers Goetia…”3

    The circle is designed to protect the summoner and to raise power that is transferred through them by the power of their god. This is called theurgy, the use of gods to produce results in magic. The triangle is the area of manifestation, and it is symbolic of the three planes or dimensions of existence. Summoning the spirit into the triangle manifests this spirit into the physical plane, according to the directions of the Goetia.

    Symbolic Representation

    Magic uses symbolism through images, actions, and words. Ritual magic is dependent on these elements to help the magician focus. The same effects of the Solomon circle and triangle can be achieved without using the Solomon method, through a deep knowledge and understanding of the symbolism that is used in magic.

    The circle enclosing the magician in the Solomon method, is a means of protection and of focus. The same method is used in witchcraft, without the names of god and the angels to assist. A similar method can be used in Satanic Ritual Magic as well, where the magician is the focus of the ritual and represents the ‘god-form’.

    The symbolism of the circle must be understood before you can utilize it to its full potential. The circle, whether it is astral, physical or mental is an image that creates a boundary around you. Instead of appealing to a higher power the satanist becomes as a god. The circle represents the world or universe and at the center is god, the magician the higher self.

    The Solomon method of theurgy works because it is God that is directing the angels and demons through the will of the magician. This god offers protection and enforcement. What the magician may not realize that it is their will that is really directing these forces, because without the desire of the magician there would be no results.

    The Satanic Circle and Triangle of the Art

    These are my theories, on the art of Summoning for Satanists. The Satanic method is not opposite to the Solomon method, it is just more refined. The Satanist is the god-form that influences the energy and direction of the spirits that they summon.

    The Circle is not for protection, it is for enforcement. It is the very act of becoming “god” at the center of the universe, and projecting one’s will from this vantage point, that will give the Satanist the ability to do what they do.

    Your body, and being is but a reflection of the universe. Your body is made of the same elements as are found in the universe, air, fire, earth, water, spirit. You are the representation of the pentagram and the circle, representing the earth, the universe, the elements, and the magician in tune with the universe.

    Since it has been found that, demons, angels and celestial beings are both existent within and outside the mind at the same time, it really makes sense that you have the control and power to be able to call upon any being in this universe, whenever you want. You are not calling on god, you are evoking your own will. You must meditate on this idea, actively to reach this realization of unlimited potential within.

    The Triangle, whether it is astral, physical or mental is an image that directs the will and focus it towards manifestation. The triangle is composed of three areas, each side representing a force. I like to associate these three with the words, I AM, I WILL, I CREATE, a magical mantra used because of the representation of the words and their combination. I AM focuses on the magician, as the center of the universe, I WILL is a focus of the will of the magician, and I Create is the manifestation of this will.

    The triangle should face North, so that you can focus the energies of Fire, Water and Air, to manifest the spirit on the Earth plane. In the original Solomon Circle and triangle, the magician faces east but since the Satanist has no need to use the associations from this Christian paradigm, facing north or whatever direction you feel represents manifestation will help you.

    This is only my method that I have developed and used over the years.You should attempt to come to your own personal understanding of the symbolism in magic and apply it in ways that you can relate to.

    REFERENCES:

    1. The Lesser key of Solomon: The Magick Circle of the Art http://www.sacred-texts.com/grim/lks/lks08.htm accessed 11/29/08
    2. Anaphaxeton
    “great god of the heavenly hosts”
    http://www.hermeticgoldendawn.org/gd-glossary.htm accessed 12/2/08
    3.The Lesser key of Solomon: The Magick Triangle of the Art http://www.sacred-texts.com/grim/lks/lks09.htm accessed 12/2/08

     

     

  • Invocation of Beleth

    A question was sent to me from a friend who has been experimenting with Goetic evocations. I am hoping that I can give him some perspective in my reply..

    “I evoked beleth for lust , you know sexual partners, I asked that it slowly manifest and then fully manifest by march 1st. Only a few days after I had a call from an old job that owed me money and had over 600$. This is not bad by any means, I am glad to get it, but I have not seen any manifestation of my lustful desires, any thoughts please?”

    I would be helpful to know what type of ritual preparations that you used to evoke this demon. For instance, did you prepare beforehand by doing any ritual cleansing or preparations to evoke this demon, or was it something that was spur of the moment? If you have experience with goetics it is easier to make them manifest after you have found your particular method of manifesting them – eg., you know the triggers and are familiar with their style of communication and you know the expected outcomes. The more you summon, the more you are comfortable with the process and the easier it is to call their energy into your life.

    Secondly, have you researched the nature of this demon? Does it work better with humans if it’s offered some type of tribute or payment in return? In some cases a relationship with a being like this does not come easily, or quickly because it is a spiritual relationship. Once you are comfortable with this demon and it knows what to expect from you, it becomes something that is familiar and it is often easier to evoke it to your realm when it is needed. So you may have to begin a process of offering devotion to it through ritual, or more appropriately, through sexual ritual if sexual desire is the nature of this demon. Also, you could research the proper incences/colors/oils and other attributes that will make the experience better for you that will attract the proper associations to you. It will create the proper environment for manifestation.

    Using this link we can examine the [known] attributes of Beleth: KiaWiki Beleth

    From the Goetia, Mathers: “Beleth is a King of Demons ..”The Thirteenth Spirit is called Beleth (or Bileth, or Bilet). He is a mighty King and terrible. He rideth on a pale horse with trumpets and other kinds of musical instruments playing before him. He is very furious at his first appearance, that is, while the Exorcist layeth his courage; for to do this he must hold a Hazel Wand in his hand, striking it out towards the South and East Quarters, make a triangle, without the Circle, and then command him into it by the Bonds and Charges of Spirits as hereafter followeth.”

    We are obviously not using the classical ceremonial method of summoning. This involves entrapment of demons, and their harassment into submission.

    What we can see from this statement in the goetia is that he is associated with the number 13.
    Also, the things that may help with his manifestation would be music, especially the sound of brass, or horns.. Since they mention the south and the east, you could by association attempt to evoke elemental energies of Air and Fire. Here you have three associations by which to connect with him, a number, elemental correspondences and music.

    From the Goetia, Mathers: “And if he doth not enter into the triangle, at your threats, rehearse the Bonds and Charms before him, and then he will yield Obedience and come into it, and do what he is commanded by the Exorcist. Yet he must receive him courteously because he is a Great King, and do homage unto him, as the Kings and Princes do that attend upon him.”

    Again, we are not threatening him into submission. but observe that as a ‘king’ of demons he may require some type of homage or tribute if he is to be pleased into working along with you. We are not talking ‘blood sacrifice’, 😉 but a ritual in his honor , [but not necessarily for worship!] would be a very inticing prospect to a demon like this.

    From the Goetia, Mathers: “And thou must have always a Silver Ring on the middle finger of the left hand held against thy face, as they do yet before AMAYMON. This Great King Beleth causeth all the love that may be, both of Men and of Women, until the Master Exorcist hath had his desire fulfilled. He is of the Order of Powers, and he governeth 85 Legions of Spirits. His Noble Seal is this, which is to be worn before thee at working.”

    As you can see, this demon does not specifically create ‘sexual desire’, all though that is one of your desires and the reason why you approach him for service. What did happen for you though when you scored the 600$ was a situation that came into your *favor*, involving a *gift* to you.
    It was a manifestation of a long-held desire. And while it was not related specifically to what you asked for its a very good start. It produced love or favor from someone from your past who was not obligated to contact you or give you this gift.

    And, while you have this 600$ to spend, it certainly increases your opportunity to get out there and put yourself in a situation where your true desire can manifest. You have to realize that your new lover is not going to knock on your door out of the blue, but they could be waiting for you in the right place at the right time! You are enabled through this money and you could easily take advantage of it. Perhaps a night on the town to celebrate, where you may meet someone that you can enjoy your time with? Some way to [physically] improve yourself through this money so that your ability to attract others in a sexual way will be increased?

    You may want to consider the implication of the money that came your way. You may want to purchase a silver ring if you plan on investing more time and effort into this relationship, a token to remind you of the situation you are manifesting, and a symbol that seems to relate to the spirit known as Beleth. Maybe now you can purchase some incense or oil to use for another tribute ritual. You are enabled by this money.

    The possibilities are there once the doors are opened. “Lustful desires” are easy to manifest by yourself, but the situation has to be right, and I’m sure that is what you are waiting for, and they can help, but demon-working is not a one-sided relationship.

    Sometimes it is not what they give to us, but how it manifests into our life, and the significance that this can play in obtaining what you want.

    Now, more information on Beleth:
    In the Shem ha-Mephorash the demon Beleth is a Day spirit ruled by Leo, the Element of Fire, and the Tarot Suit of Wands.

    Your request was supposed to be fulfilled by march 1st? you still have some time to take advantage of your situation. We can not just lay back after an evocation and wait for them to serve us, for if it were that easy, everyone would be summoning demons to get things done!

    You have to work along with this demon to help you, and in turn it will focus it’s attention on you. This can only come when you focus on the relationship that you have and you stop doubting yourself after you do your rituals. The doubt that you experience is natural, but it negates all of your efforts in the end. Working in unison with a demon is a good method of getting what you want. They are not servants and we are not slaves.

    Hail Thyself;
    VenusSatanas

    Also see: Tools used in Satanic Ritual

    Dark Moon Merchant

  • The Golden Dawn

    Last year I made a video, titled The Golden Dawn. I was inspired to create this video after i had studied the golden dawn for a few months. Since then, several people had asked me what the relation between the Golden Dawn, and Satanism is. An example of this is from a letter that was sent to me from Youtube the other day.

    “being a satanist, why would you study golden dawn material ? are the two philosophies similar in some aspect that would allow the their different approaches to magic to work in harmony? please enlighten me on that. – dirk”

    I did not seek to learn about the Golden Dawn [hereafter, refered to as the GD] with the intention to see how it related to the practices of satanism. What I did find is that there are some elements which are similar, such as the Hermetic elements and cardinal directions that are used in Satanic Ritual. I found that the rituals and methods of the GD were a middle-path practice, compared to Satanism which is a left-hand path practice.

    Some of the rituals were method of assuming god-forms so that a transformation can occur. It is a type of magic that is focused on theurgy, which is a method of invoking gods for the use of magic. The same thing could be done in satanism, invoking a god or a demon in order to produce magic results. One way that the GD influenced occultism is through the grade system, a heirarchy that has rituatls for steps along the way. Some satanic orders have adopted heirarchal systems like this.

    One aspect of the GD that might interest some Satanists is the study of the Qliphoth which is covered within some of the GD materials, and through Crowley’s Liber 231. And if that weren’t enough the GD had created a system of magic associations that are used by many magicians in their work. Crowley also expanded on this idea with Liber 777, another reference that is used by different kinds of magicians.

    The study of the GD was important to me because it enabled me to have an expanded view into the history of magic and i learned about the inflence of Hermetics on occultism.I also wanted to study methods of ritual magic and the GD methods are, for the most part, ritualistic. I think that Satanists shouldnt be afraid to explore other stystems of magic from an academic point of view to that a greater understanding of occultism can be acheived.

    Dark Moon Merchant
  • Where to Start when Getting into The Occult

    Where to Start when Getting into The Occult

    This was a letter from my YouTube page, a question about what direction to take with occult study.  There are many books out there so it can be difficult to know where to start and what to read.

    I know this because I have studied the occult since the early ’90’s and I didn’t have anyone to show me which books were good for what I wanted to study –  I had to learn along the way.

    So here now are my views and opinions on which books would be good to start an occult library, and along with this I am posting links to these books at amazon.com so you can visit and read the reviews about these books as well.

    Mike asks:
    “I’m an occultist, beginner And I would like to know, what books should I start with, a library of satanism, golden dawn, thelema, rosicruciansim, kabbalah, qlippoth, and witchcraft. Out of all those religions and sects, what books do you recommend. I know it will be a long list. But I think you are very knowledgeable. Please get back to me..”

    Ave Satanas
    In the light of the adversary,
    Mike

    Mike, the occult has a long history and there are many different paths or methods when it comes to occult practice. Occultism can be defined as a method which includes the study and practice of magic, divination, religion, spirituality, or metaphysics, for a mundane or spiritual goal.

    So in order to have a good library, which takes years to develop, you should know what subjects you like and what authors you prefer or are considered to be the best, depending on your specific focus or study. In this post, I will discuss the general books that I feel are the best for a beginner.

    For your Satanism Library:

    A Satanism library should include the The Satanic Bible and the companion book, The Satanic Rituals at the very least. Written by Anton LaVey, the creator of the Church of Satan, they provide a good starting point.

    Even if you are not interested in Satanism from the point of view of the Church of Satan, a study of these two books will help you to get a good perspective on what Satanism is about. Don’t forget, Satanism as we know it today is relatively new as a social phenomenon, which began in the late 60’s but new books on Satanism are being published every day.

    You could also refer to the books about the Uncle Setnakt’s Essential Guide to the Left Hand Path, written by Don Webb, who has been behind the Temple of Set since the 1970’s. I hear his books on the inner teachings of the Temple are very enlightening and educating giving you an inner view of what it’s like to practice magic and ritual as a Satanist.

    The Qlippoth:

    Writings on the qliphoth were best expressed by authors like Kenneth Grant, who wrote the Nightside of Eden trilogy, based on the teachings of the Typhonian OTO [Crowley].

    His book, Nightside of Eden, details a path of qliphotic path working, gathered from sources such as Crowley’s 777 and Liber 231.

    There was also a useful book focused on the tunnels of the qliphoth, written by Thomas Karlsson, titled Qabalah, Qliphoth and Goetic Magic. This is a magical and ritual pathworking book that serves as an introduction and excellent companion to Kenneth Grant’s Nightside of Eden.

    Golden Dawn and Ceremonial Magic:

    Before you attempt to work with the Qlippoth, however, you should take some time to explore the concepts behind the Golden Dawn and Ceremonial Magic.

    A study of the Golden Dawn would be excellent if you are interested in Ceremonial Magic. The most famous and well-written book on this subject is The Complete Golden Dawn System of Magic, written by Israel Regardie and Lon Milo Duquette, both respected authors, who describe the basic elements of the Golden Dawn teachings along with descriptions of the rituals, and the Grade work. The Golden Dawn is an initiatory system of magic from which many other occult traditions were based upon.

    Many of the Golden Dawn teachings require the assistance of other participants. For those who want to study and practice on their own, another excellent book on the subject is Self-Initiation Into the Golden Dawn Tradition by Tab and Chic Cicero.

    The Golden Dawn teaches several different areas of magic including ceremonial magic, geomancy, kabbalism and gematria, magical correspondences, and things of that nature.

    Books on Kabalah (or Quabalah!)

    And, a book on Kabalah should compliment these studies. One of the best authors on this subject is Lon Milo Duquette who wrote: The Chicken Qabalah of Rabbi Lamed Ben Clifford (Dilettante’s Guide to What You Do and Do Not Need to Know to Become a Qabalist).

    Lon Milo Duqutte has an interesting angle when presenting the ideas of the qabalah and while his methods are considered to be unconventional, he is a very notable author and his methods are easy to understand and make a great introduction for further studies into qabalism.

    Aleister Crowley Books:

    There are several books written by Aleister Crowley worth looking into, most notably Magick: Liber Aba : Book 4 which details the ideas and philosophy behind Crowley’s personal method of Thelema, magic and ritual.

    Another book that would compliment this study is the Liber Al Vel Legis: The Book of the Law, to help you understand and meditate on the theories behind Crowley’s system of magic. Along with this,  Magick Without Tears, can give you some insight and a general guide to the occult through Crowley’s eyes. This guide was written by Crowley in his later years as a magician and mystic.

    Of course, I would not recommend Crowley to a beginning student because it is a specialized area which requires some knowledge in occult studies before any of it can be really understood, and even then some of his methods and teachings can never be understood by anyone but the one who created them, because Croweley wrote in riddles in most of his books, using his own poetic language.

    Along with these books you should eventually aquire 777 And Other Qabalistic Writings, and [the companion book to this] The Complete Magician’s Tables, written by Stephen Skinner, both of which will help you to navigate through the teachings of the Golden dawn, and Aleister Crowley.

    Books on Witchcraft:

    Witchcraft books; there are several which you may like that can help you to explore the world of magic. The first that I would recommend is Nocturnal Witchcraft: Magick After Dark, written by Konstantinos.  I have found that he has collected some good theories and ideas into his book, describing methods of dark witchcraft based on many different sources, giving an eclectic view on dark magic. It’s certainly recommended for beginners for his down to earth style of writing.

    Some good reference books for witchcraft Candle Burning Magic: A Spellbook of Rituals for Good and Evil by Anna Riva, which has basic methods and techniques of candle magic, a useful book if candle spells appeal to your style.

    Another basic beginners book that discussed theory and technique on witchcraft is Mastering Witchcraft by Paul Huson, which outlines his basic ideas on what witchcraft is and why witches do what they do, a very comprehensive guide. Your library of occult and magic would not be complete without it!

    Try to seek out authors that are well known and respected. Some authors with a better reputation in the occult use past knowledge and references from other authors to create a new method or way of thinking while providing references, indexes and bibliographies for their books, which come in handy while you are studying.

    The types of subjects you asked about seem to be geared towards ceremonial and ritual magic..So, I hope these references help you to start your own occult library, something which takes years to build through time and the desire to learn new knowledge.

    See Also:

    Recommended Reading List at SpiritualSatanist.com
    5 Ways to Improve Your Occult Practice Now  Here at the Spiritual Satanist Blog
    Left Hand Path Books Blog with reviews and information on Satanism, Magic & Occult

     

    Dark Moon Merchant