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Title: The Book of the Sacred Magic of Abramelin the Mage by S.L. Mathers ISBN: 0-486-23211-5 Publisher: Dover Publications Pub. Date: 01 June, 1974 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $10.95 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.04 (24 reviews)
Rating: 4
Summary: Adept 5=6
Comment:
This is a complex book and the rituals involved should not be attempted by any initiate, and especially not by the un-initiated. It involves the Practical aspects of the Qabalah, what Abraham the Jew (the supposed author) describes as a Lesser Form of the Theoretical Qabalah known as the "Sacred Magic".
The most significant part of the book involves the Ritual to Attain to the Knowledge and Conversation of the Holy Guardian Angel. In the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn this mystical ritual was described as Seeking the Higher Genius. Aleister Crowley adopted the language of the Sacred Magic when he utilized Aiwass 418 as his own Holy Guardian Angel. However, the Jewish Qabalists refer to it as the Maggid or Angelic Preacher, and it was a major aspect of the Safed school.
The Sacred Magic is essential in that it is the only manual available that so eloquently describes the process by which one might attain to the Knowledge and Conversation of the Holy Maggid. This is the Heart of the Tree of Life glyph. It is Tifareth (Beauty or Harmony). It is the apex of the Meditative Qabalah, as well as the Theoretical and the Practical.
The Sacred Magic is divided into 3 Sections:
Section 1 is an autobiography of Abraham b. Simon the Jew. Since Lamech is his second-born son, he provides him with the Lesser Qabalah, whereas he provided his first-born son, Joseph, with the Greater Qabalah. Abraham descibes the process by which he received this Tradition from Abramelin the Jew of Egypt.
Section 2 describes the ceremonial magic (theurgy) by which one might obtain to the Knowledge and Conversation of the Holy Guardian Angel. These rituals often require a deep knowledge of Judaica
Section 3 describes the actual Sacred Magic, which involves Magical Squares by which one subjugates the Evil Spirits to perform miraculous feats for the Adept. These Qabalistic Squares are complex and require a deep knowledge of Hebrew and Gematria.
The Sacred Magic promotes actions that might be considered immoral by our modern society. Abraham appears to have been a Bogomil, and therefore, one should have a deep knowledge of history in order to comprehend the maning. Otherwise, Abraham appears to promote an anti-female bias, and even appears to promote child-endangerment with his use of the Child Clairvoyant.
The translator S.L.M. Mathers provides excellent commentary throughout, unfortunately, the Old English is often difficult to understand. It is like reading the King James Bible. And, the overall appearance of the book and the pages of the book appear to be rather antiquated as well. But, this is the only version of the book that is available right now, and it is an excellent Resource.
Shalom - Soror Samhain
Rating: 5
Summary: Who Is YOUR Holy Guardian Angel?
Comment: Possibly the best book on Magic(k) available. The book that would eventually be the main influence in Crowley's magic texts. The writings of the Son Lamech delivered by Abraham the Jew in a clear translation by S. L. MacGregor Mathers. This book, although written clearly and understandable for anyone, is not to be attempted by just anyone - not yet! For there are preliminary steps that are not included, however, they are inferred thoughout in its own, archaic as it is, language. In answer to that, I believe the Zen koan may suffice; "What is the sound of one hand?" Mathers gives a scholarly translation, with history behind it, which hints at his humbleness (perhaps of the time in which he translated). Highly reccomended for those studying and practicing the magical arts. A precursor I would suggest is Vivikenanda's 'Raja-Yoga.' From there, one can summon angels and devils at Will with full Knowledge of what they are doing using magic sqaures and acrostics. Those that have read the 'Goetia' (also translated by Mathers) and Hyatt and DuQuette's 'Enochian Sex Magick' may see some similarities and parallels. However, a classic in every right.
Rating: 1
Summary: Don't waste your time
Comment: It boggles the mind as to why so many occultists and their organisations recommend this horrifingly bad work. My best guess as to why Crowley and his A.A put it on their reading list is to show the young initiate how *not* to act and what *not* to believe. Sadly, chances are this is not the case.
If you have an intense desire to read blantant lies (Abraham makes all sorts of amazing claims, from summoning great wealth, to conjuring armies), paragraphs of contradictions (you can believe in whatever diety you want, as long as it's the Hebrew god), and embarrassing ceremonial acts (you want me to stick find-a-word puzzles to my forehead?), well this book is for you.
Abra-Melin's "sacred magic" is amateur and childish at best - if you desire to read some proper occult work, look elsewhere.
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