Explore the essential grimoire, "The Sacred Magic of Abramelin the Mage," translated by occultist S.L. Mac Gregor Mathers. A key text in Troy Book's classic grimoires series, this 1897 English translation of a French manuscript delves into Kabbalistic magic and Hermetic traditions ...Explore the essential grimoire, "The Sacred Magic of Abramelin the Mage," translated by occultist S.L.
Mac Gregor Mathers. A key text in Troy Book's classic grimoires series, this 1897 English translation of a French manuscript delves into Kabbalistic magic and Hermetic traditions. Historical Roots: Originating from the 15th century, with manuscripts dating to the 17th and 18th centuries, this work details Abraham of Worms' encounter with Abramelin, an Egyptian mage.
Abraham's teachings to his son Lamech on Kabbalistic secrets are central to the narrative. Kabbalistic Magic: The book outlines a system of rites for communicating with one's guardian angel, a fundamental aspect of unlocking magical knowledge. Evocation and Magic: It includes evocations of the twelve Kings and Dukes of Hell, essential for acquiring familiar spirits and performing operative magic.
Influential in the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, the text significantly impacted Aleister Crowley's practices. Talismans: Features 242 word square talismans, granting powers ranging from divination, spirit conjuration, and influence over emotions to extraordinary abilities like transformation, invisibility, and resurrecting the dead. Folk Magic Integration: The content has been seamlessly adopted into folk-magical practices, showing its broad influence.
Ideal for students and enthusiasts of the occult, Kabbalah, Hermeticism, and magical history, "The Sacred Magic of Abramelin the Mage" offers a deep dive into ancient magical practices and their lasting impact on both ceremonial and folk magic traditions.