The Initial Rites And Ceremonies Of Magic

By Arthur Edward Waite

Book Overview

""The Initial Rites and Ceremonies of Magic"" by Arthur Edward Waite is a comprehensive guide to the foundational principles and practices of ceremonial magic. Waite, a renowned occultist and scholar, delves into the history and philosophy of magic, providing readers with a deep understanding of the spiritual and mystical aspects of this ancient art. The book covers a range of topics, including the use of symbols and sigils, the role of meditation and visualization in magic, and the importance of ritual and ceremony in the practice of magic. Waite also includes detailed instructions for performing various magical rites and ceremonies, including the Lesser Banishing Ritual of the Pentagram, the Middle Pillar Ritual, and the Invocation of the Holy Guardian Angel. With its clear and concise writing style, ""The Initial Rites and Ceremonies of Magic"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in exploring the world of magic and mysticism.THIS 40 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Book of Black Magic and Ceremonial Magic, by Arthur Edward Waite. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766107590.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425348947
• ISBN13: 9781425348946
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"