25.03.2023

“Mind of Hermes: Visionary Experiences in Western Esotericism” by Mark Stavish

Magick Matters

"Mind of Hermes: Visionary Experiences in Western Esotericism examines the nature of the mind in classical and modern hermeticism. The various methods of experiencing the 'Self' and how they relate to different schools of practice, including kabbalah (mystical and magical), alchemy, and general esotericism along with how to understand and utilize the visionary and psychic experiences they produce are the main area of focus. The importance of non-dualism and a detailed examination of some of the most important esoteric secrets of several modern initiatic and esoteric movements are explained. This is a very advanced set of teachings and can be justly called the pinnacle of occult work. In addition, the active aspects of psychic...>>

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25.03.2023

“Words of My Teachers: A Companion to the IHS Audio Programs” by Mark Stavish

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"Words of My Teachers" A Companion to the IHS Audio Programs Series is a complete overview of the Path of Return. Containing all of the Instructor materials used in the IHS Audio Programs, Words of My Teachers provides extensive information on all aspects of classical and modern schools of Western esotericism. While designed to be used with the Audio Programs (available for free online), it also functions as a stand alone reference text. Topics covered in detail include: illumination vs. salvation; the teacher/student relationship; methods of meditation and visualization; initiation; tradition vs modern practices; lucid dreaming; the Body of Light and immortality; methods of the Path of Unity, or Non-Duality. " thx to @pullybone...>>

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25.03.2023

“Unfolding the Rose: Illumination and Western Esotericism” by Mark Stavish

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"Unfolding Rose: Illumination and Western Esotericism is a complete overview of the various paths of Western esotericism and how they relate to and build upon each other. This book is truly foundational and will provide a solid and invaluable friend and guide for anyone seeking to understand the labyrinth of western spiritual practices while journeying on the Path of Return." thx to @pullybone...>>

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25.03.2023

“Light on the Path: A Study Guide for Qabala, Alchemy, & Astrology” by Mark Stavish

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"Light on the Path: A Study Guide for Qabala, Alchemy, and Astrology from the Institute for Hermetic Studies is a self-paced program for the study and practice of Western esotericism. Using Hermetic Qabala as its core, individuals or groups can use this program to progressively study and apply the principles of ritual magic, practical alchemy (spagyrics and mineral) and astrology (natal, horary, and mundane). Designed as a four year course of study, each "Year" is approached in twenty-four bi-weekly sessions (for groups meeting twice a month) or can be done at your own pace. Each "Year" has two sets of twenty-five questions which can be used as quizzes or catechisms to test...>>

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25.03.2023

“Writing―The Sacred Art: Beyond the Page to Spiritual Practice” by Rabbi Rami Shapiro and Aaron Shapiro

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"Push your writing through the trite and the boring to something fresh, something transformative. This isn’t about how to write spiritual books. It isn’t about the romance of writing. It doesn’t cover the ins and outs of publishing and building a brand. Instead, this fresh and unapologetic guide to writing as a spiritual practice approaches writing as a way to turn the spiral of body, heart, mind, soul and spirit that leads to spiritual awakening. Lead by renowned spirituality teacher Rami Shapiro and award-winning writer and writing coach Aaron Shapiro―and featuring over fifty unique, practical exercises―it takes you beyond assigning inspirational words to the page. It shows you how to use your writing to unlock the...>>

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