The Key of Solomon Book One

By S.L. MacGregor Mathers

Book Overview

The Key of Solomon Book One is a grimoire, or a book of magic spells and instructions, attributed to King Solomon of Israel. Translated and edited by S.L. MacGregor Mathers, a prominent member of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, the book contains a collection of rituals, incantations, and sigils for summoning and controlling spirits, demons, and angels. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which focuses on the conjuration of spirits and the second on the creation of magical talismans. The rituals in the book are highly detailed and require specific tools and ingredients, including candles, incense, and various metals. The Key of Solomon Book One is considered a foundational text in the Western occult tradition and has influenced many other grimoires and magical practices.THIS 78 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Greater Key of Solomon, by S. L. MacGregor Mathers. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564598438.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1169681875
• ISBN13: 9781169681873
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 1.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"