27.12.2023

“Teachings of the Tao: Readings from the Taoist Spiritual Tradition” by Eva Wong

Magick Matters

"The Tao that can be spoken of is not the real Way", reads a famous line from the Tao-te-ching. But although the Tao cannot be described by words, words can allow us to catch a fleeting glimpse of that mysterious energy of the universe which is the source of life. The readings in this book are a beginner's entrée into the vast treasury of writings from the sacred Chinese tradition, consisting of original translations of excerpts from the Taoist canon. Brief introductions and notes on the translation accompany the selections from the classics; books of devotional and mystical Taoism; texts of internal alchemy; stories of Taoist immortals, magicians, and sorcerers; ethical tracts; chants and...>>

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27.12.2023

“Poison: The History of Potions, Powders and Murderous Practitioners” by Ben Hubbard

Magick Matters

"As every amateur toxicologist knows, the difference between a poison and medicine is often simply the dose. There is no weapon as insidious, as seductive or as mysterious as poison. In this terrifying account of history’s silent assassin, discover the gripping tales of users, abusers and victims of these mysterious substances, from Cleopatra and Catherine de’ Medici to contemporary secret service agents and terrorists. Documenting royal scandal, political upheaval and personal tragedies, Poison details a gruesome thread that runs often undetected through human history."...>>

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27.12.2023

“The Reality Pirate’s Guide to Your Paranormal Normal” by Zoli Althea Browne

Magick Matters

"Reality is not what it used to be. In this time of uncertainty, we choose hope and wisdom over fear of the unknown. That which can be sensed in the physical is not all that exists. The Reality Pirate’s Guide to Your Paranormal Normal delves into the unseen and unexplained. Explore supernatural concepts and spiritual insight on topics you are curious to know more about: Normalizing mysticism Uncovering portals connecting dimensions Discovering off-worlder populations Challenging perceptions of evil Mental healing through meditation and service Expand your reality and embrace the normalcy of paranormal experiences through the unique lens of the Reality...>>

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27.12.2023

“Magical Images and the Magical Imagination” by Gareth Knight (expanded 3rd edition)

Magick Matters

"The knowledge and use of magical images was once a closely guarded secret of initiates and adepts in the Mystery Schools. Gareth Knight gives easy-to-follow classifications of the various kinds of magical image, along with instructions for their use as agents of self realisation and spiritual service. Indispensible for beginners and advanced practitioners alike, this book presents the theory and techniques of creative visualisation and meditation. These practical teachings range from the circulation of force within the aura for the purpose of balancing the personality to the development of a full magical system of pathworking, enabling contact with inner sources of wisdom. Now in its third edition, a new section is included on magical applications of...>>

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27.12.2023

“Astral High Magic: De Imaginibus of Thabit Ibn Qurra” translated by John Michael Greer (alternate rip)

Magick Matters

"De Imaginibus, "On Images" is, after Picatrix, the most important text for medieval and Renaissance astrological magic. De Imaginibus represents the height of astrological magic technique and goes far beyond merely planetary talismans in using the full range of traditional astrological technique developed by the sophisticated Harranian Sabians. De Imaginibus explains how to create house based talismans, how to use horary questions to forecast and anchor talismans and how to tune talismans to individual natal charts. The translator, John Michael Greer, is a noted Latinist and esoteric author. He is the co-translator of the Complete Picatrix. This translation was made from Francis Carmody's Latin critical edition of the astronomical works of Thabit Ibn Qurra...>>

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