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The Praxis Magica Fausti

An anonymous work attributed Dr. Johann Faust, this grimoire is a collection of lithographs (text and illustrations) that offer techniques for binding Lucifer and Mephistopheles (who appear as respective components of light and darkness) in order to gain access to the generative forces of the universe. The interesting historical tidbit this grimoire provides is a reference point for where Goethe might have sourced the name ‘Mephistopheles,’ as the Praxis Magica Faustiana may be the first historical record of the name. Believed to be of Greek origin, it translates (roughly) to “not light lover,” thereby setting him up as the opposing force with Lucifer, who was still enjoying the “light-bearer” sobriquet.

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Source: starrywisdomsect

starrywisdomsect:

The Grimoire of Honorius was described by A.E. Waite as “perhaps the most frankly diabolical of the Rituals connected with Black Magic.” This magical handbook deals directly with the most feared demons found within Judeo-Christian traditions, such as Lucifer and Astaroth.

Honorius amalgamates elements from other grimoires, such as the Key of Solomon and the Grimorium Verum.

theallseeingcat:

Scans of Eliphas Levi’s “The History Of Magic, Including A Clear And Concise Exposition, Its Rites, And Its Mysteries” published in 1922 and translated, with preface and notes, by Arthur Edward Waite. The images are placed according to their order of appearance and these are 1-10.

Source: theallseeingcat