Qabalah, Qliphoth and Goetic Magic [Paperback] [2012] (Author) Thomas Karlsson, Timo Ketola

Softcover. Octavo. 268pp. (vi). This the THIRD expanded edition - with some new material, glossy new art section. Plum illustrated covers, French flaps. B.w illustrations throughout. Appendix & bibliography. Includes a 17-page listing of the Demons of the Goetia with accompanying sigils. Third English language edition. From the publisher: "Qabalah, Qliphoth and Goetic Magic is a unique practical introduction to magic. The exploration of the Qliphoth and the dark mysteries which have for so long been a repressed part of western esotericism. Instead of ignoring and denying the dark side, the author reveals, step by step, how man can get to know his Shadow and, through this, reach a deeper knowledge of the Self. By exploring and not by repressing the Shadow it can be transformed from a destructive force into a creative power. The book deals with the problem of evil, the symbolism behind the fall of Lucifer and man's creation process according to Qabalistic philosophy. The theories that are presented in this book are also linked to practice. Several examples of rituals, meditations, magical exercises and occult correspondences can be found within. Qabalah, Qliphoth and Goetic Magic contains more than one hundred demonic sigils and pieces of art that were created specifically for this book. A unique collection of all the sigils from the classic grimoires Lemegeton: The Lesser Key of Solomon and the infamous Grimorium Verum are also included. Thomas Karlsson has studied and practiced the occult sciences for more than fifteen years and is the founder of the esoteric order Dragon Rouge. He is a doctoral candidate in the History of Religion and holds a M.A. in the History of Ideas".