5 Books on Talisman Construction and Sigil Magic. (Free PDFs)
The Book of Pleasure
by: Austin Osman Spare (View/Download)The Book of Pleasure contains a unique method of obtaining control of the subconscious energies latent in the human mind in the form of primal atavisms. It is evident that if such energy can be tapped and channelled, it can be directed to creative or destructive ends on a scale infinitely beyond anything achievable by the mind in the more limited state that characterizes “waking” consciousness. But the subconscious does not yield to conscious suggestion for it is founded on sensation, not upon thought, hence a tactual and visual means must be employed if it is to be penetrated and permeated with the vitalizing current of will or desire. The process must be symbolically enacted, and its intent not consciously formulated, for “unless desire is subconscious, it is not fulfilled”. A method had to be found of by-passing the conscious mind and planting the desire directly in the soil of the subconsciousness. To this end Spare evolved his own system of sentient symbols which took on a secret meaning and which constituted a “sacred” alphabet of desire of which “each letter in its pictorial aspect relates to a Sex principle”. From this alphabet it is possible to construct the words of a mysterious language of sensation that reifies the imagery of appetence.
Spare believed that the hieroglyphics of ancient peoples such as the Egyptian and Amerindian are the remains of an occult language. That the Egyptians practised a form of sorcery involving a process similar to that of Spare’s formula of atavistic resurgence is suggested by the fact that the hieroglyphics are usually in zoomorphic form.
It is known that the priests of antiquity assumed animal-headed masks when performing rituals designed to produce magical effects; also, that when dormant forces were awakened, the magician was shaken to the very depths of his being as he manifested the atavisms that his spells had invoked. The convulsions of Tibetan “oracles”; the strange phenomena of spirit possession common to most peoples of antiquity are proof of Spare’s theory; proof also that some cosmic forces then possesses the human vehicle and enables the magician to perform superhuman feats.
-Kenneth Grant
Talismans and Evocations of The Golden Dawn (View/Download)
Zalewski has given us a clear and PRACTICAL sourcebook for the theory and practice of creating talismans/seals for use in magic.The rites and instructions contained herein, as the author asserts, are the very techniques used by the adepts of the original Hermetic Order of The Golden Dawn.
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CONTENTS
1. Origin of Talismans …………………………………………………………7
2. How to Overcome Unfavourable Aspects ……………24
3. Words of Power ………………………………………………………………………28
4. Talismans of the Five Elements ……………………………32
5. A Practical Example …………………………………………………………40
6. How to Charge the Talisman ………………………………………47
Appendixes ……………………………………………………………………………………………51
Bibliography ………………………………………………………………………………………63
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Practical Sigil Magic
by: Frater U.’.D.’.
This classic reference work has provided magicians—from novice to adept— with invaluable techniques which assist in the development of one’s personal, magical practice.
“Frater U∴ D∴ writes from a background of extensive practical achievement and theoretical knowledge to present a book of magical techniques for those who dare to use them.”
—Peter J. Carroll, author of Liber Null & Psychonaut
The Complete Book of Amulets & Talismans
by: Migene Gonzalez-Wippler
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A completely comprehensive survey of historical use of talismans, seals, sigils and amulets across every major culture- supplemented by useable practical instruction for bringing them to life.
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