"Kali Kaula" by Jan Fries is a comprehensive guide to Tantra, blending practical techniques with deep insights. It explores early traditions and the roles of Indian deities, particularly the goddess Kali. The book connects Tantra with Chinese Alchemy, offering a unique perspective on personal transformation and spiritual exploration.
Exploring the mystical realms of the Tree of Life, the narrative delves into the inverse regions through the lens of Aleister Crowley's Liber 231 and Kenneth Grant's Nightside of Eden. The text originated within the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, serving as a guide for developing astral and trance abilities. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining a selfless perspective while navigating these complex spiritual landscapes, cautioning practitioners to remain alert to potential dangers in their journey.
A Journey through Mesopotamian Magick and Beyond
Focusing on the rich tapestry of Mesopotamian religion, this book delves into the early Sumerian civilization, highlighting their groundbreaking developments in writing and spirituality. Central to the narrative is the fearsome goddess Lamaštu, known for her animalistic desires and her role as a harbinger of death to the vulnerable. Through the exploration of ancient texts, rituals, and the cultural significance of their myths, it reveals how these beliefs shaped the lives and fears of the people in this cradle of civilization.
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Exploring the roots of Tantra, Jan Fries offers a practical guide that strips away misconceptions to reveal the authentic practices of this ancient art. Drawing on decades of research, he highlights the early traditions of Kula, Kaula, and Krama, creating a coherent manual that emphasizes experiential learning. This unique work showcases the diversity of Tantric material while illuminating the potential for personal transformation through its teachings.
The book emphasizes the importance of remembering history as a means to shape the future. Drawing inspiration from Sima Qian, a renowned historian, it explores how understanding past events, decisions, and cultures can empower individuals and societies to navigate contemporary challenges and influence future outcomes. The text likely delves into historical analysis, lessons learned, and the relevance of historical awareness in today's world.
A new edition of the highly acclaimed manual of freestyle shamanism, suitable for all those inspired by such figures as Austin Spare and Aleister Crowley, and who feel the imperative to develop their own unique magical way. Visual Magick aims to build vision, imagination, and creative magick. It shows how magicians, witches, artists and therapists can improve visionary abilities, enhance imagination, activate the inner senses, and discover new modes of trance awareness. The emphasis is on direct experience and the reader is asked to think, act, do, and enjoy as s/he wills. 'One of the best books on magick I have read in a long while.' Phil Hine in Pagan News 'A practical modern grimoire.' The Cauldron
This is manual of shamanism, which seeks to provide a definitive study of magical trance and possession techniques. It studies the manifestation of these techniques through several related magical traditions - shamanism, mesmerism, draconian cults, and the "nightside" of European paganism.
This study of the divination system known widely as the I Ching contains practical exercises, I Ching divination in the mind, breathing experiences and visualization of coloured vapours. There is an examination of the techniques of Taoist meditation and the Taoist Immortals.