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In podcast episode 81, we’re joined by occult author, magician, and esoteric researcher David Rankine. “David lives and works on the Welsh borders with his wife, the author Sorita d’Este. David has been writing and contributing articles to a variety of publications, and has given lectures, workshops and presentations since the early 1980’s. His personal passions include the Qabalah, Medieval and Renaissance Magick (particularly the Grimoires), Heka (Egyptian Magick) and Thelema. Since 2003 he has been working with occult legend Stephen Skinner, co-writing and producing the highly acclaimed Sourceworks of Ceremonial Magic series. These books make available for the first time previously unpublished manuscripts and Grimoires of great significance to the development of modern magick.”
An extremely prolific researcher and writer who is at the forefront of providing authentic magickal source materials, David begins the interview as he describes his early experiences in esoteric studies and notes that discipline in practice can also extend to other endeavors, like writing. Next we explore the Qabalah and its importance as the foundation of the Western Mystery Tradition from a historic perspective.
David delves into the manner in which Qabalah was incorporated into various Renaissance magical systems in the same way that it has been used to map mystical and metaphysical concepts in a cohesive manner since antiquity. Specifically, he discusses the theory and practice of the inclusion of Qabalistic divine names in grimoires. Then he considers theurgic and practical aspects of Qabalistic practice.
We finish the conversation as David shares his thoughts about his wife and partner, Sorita d’Este. He describes their writing collaboration and the mission of Avalonia Books.
Join us in the Occult of Personality Membership Section for the second part of this fascinating interview.
David Rankine
David Rankine biography
Sorita d’Este
Avalonia Books
“Climbing the Tree of Life: A Manual of Practical Magickal Qabalah” by David Rankine
“Practical Qabalah Magick” by David Rankine and Sorita d’Este
“A Collection of Magical Secrets and A Treatise of Mixed Cabalah” with introduction and commentary by Stephen Skinner and David Rankine
“The Book of Treasure Spirits” introduction and commentary by David Rankine
“Veritable Key of Solomon” (Sourceworks of Ceremonial Magic Series) by Stephen Skinner and David Rankine
“Practical Angel Magic of Dr John Dee’s Enochian Tables: Tabularum Bonorum Angelorum Invocationes” (Sourceworks of Ceremonial Magic Series) by Stephen Skinner and David Rankine
“The Goetia of Dr Rudd: The Angels & Demons of Liber Malorum Spirituum Seu Goetia Lemegeton Clavicula Salomanis” (Sourceworks of Ceremonial Magic) by Stephen Skinner and David Rankine
“Practical Planetary Magick : Working the Magick of the Classical Planets in the Western Mystery Tradition” by David Rankine and Sorita d’Este
“Practical Elemental Magick: Working the Magick of Air Fire Water & Earth in the Western Esoteric Tradition” by David Rankine and Sorita d’Este
“Hekate Liminal Rites: A Study of the rituals, magic and symbols of the torch-bearing Triple Goddess of the Crossroads” by Sorita d’Este and David Rankine
“Both Sides of Heaven: Essays on Angels, Fallen Angels and Demons”
“Horns of Power: Manifestations of the Horned God”
“The Guises of the Morrigan – The Irish Goddess of Sex & Battle” by David Rankine and Sorita D’Este
“The Isles of the Many Gods: An A-Z of the Pagan Gods & Goddesses worshipped in Ancient Britain during the first Millenium CE through to the Middle Ages” by David Rankine and Sorita D’Este
“Heka – The Practices of Ancient Egyptian Ritual and Magic” by David Rankine
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outro music by Aarni
Technorati Tags: Cabala, consciousness, esoteric, history, Kabbalah, Magic, Magick, mysticism, occult, philosophy, psychology, Qabalah, religion, spirituality, Theurgy
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Teacher and author David Goddard returns to the show in podcast episode 80. David’s books include “The Sacred Magic of the Angels”, “The Tree of Sapphires”, “The Tower of Alchemy”, and “The Dragon-Treasure of Hermes”. He is the co-founder of Rising Phoenix Foundation and was our guest previously in podcast episodes 54 and 62.
In this interview, David shares his thoughts about Qabalah as the only complete system of esoteric wisdom remaining in the West. Next, he shares his thoughts about how theurgic practice encourages human evolution by helping one reeducate the personality and the subconscious mind. Last, David describes the danger of pride for those on the magical path.
Join us in the Occult of Personality Membership Section for the second part of this fascinating interview.
Rising Phoenix Foundation
David Goddard events
Inner Fire Journal
“Podcast 54 – David Goddard”
“Podcast 62 – David Goddard”
“The Sacred Magic of the Angels” by David Goddard
“Tree of Sapphires: Enlightened Qabalah” by David Goddard
“The Tower of Alchemy: An Advanced Guide to the Great Work” by David Goddard
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outro music by William Zeitler
Technorati Tags: consciousness, esoteric, Hermetics, Magic, mysticism, occult, philosophy, psychology, Qabalah, religion, spirituality, Theurgy
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In podcast episode 79, we’re joined by Collen A’Miketh, author of the book “Whiskey, Tango, Foxtrot. Over? A Book About Stuff“. Collen is a mage with extensive experience in Magick and esoteric studies. We discuss his esoteric history, training, influences, and then discuss his book which is based primarily on chaos magic theory and practice, focusing on practical aspects.
Collen uses humor effectively throughout the book to present his ideas and knowledge in a very down-to-earth manner. He describes his perspective on bringing magical practice into everyday life and effective ways that this can be done. We spend some time talking about solitary work versus group work and the nature of each. We delve into the nature of perceived reality and subjectivity. Then we tackle the concept of will, manifested will, and how it applies to our practice and life. Collen also stresses the importance of humor and having fun while doing the hard work of self-realization.
Please join us in the Occult of Personality Membership Section where Collen discusses his opinion about esotericism and Freemasonry which is quite interesting considering that he’s the master of his Masonic lodge. He also guides a fascinating meditation called “The Phoenix Box”.
Collen A’Miketh
“Whiskey, Tango, Foxtrot. Over?” by Collen A’Miketh
review of “Whiskey, Tango, Foxtrot. Over?” from The Esoteric Book Review by Nina Lazarus
“Hiram a-lam-a Shaman. Hold the Abif” by Collen A’Miketh
“The True and Invisible Rosicrucian Order: An Interpretation of the Rosicrucian Allegory and An Explanation of the Ten Rosicrucian Grades” by Paul Foster Case
intro music by HipGnosis and Darkfold
outro music by Dan-O – “Ambershire”
Technorati Tags: Alchemy, ceremony, chaos magic, consciousness, esoteric, Gnosis, Hermetics, Magick, meditation, Mystery schools, mysticism, occult, philosophy, psychology, Qabalah, religion, ritual, Rosicrucianism, spirituality, symbolism
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In podcast episode 78, we’re joined by Joe Moore. Joe is the host of the Occult Sentinel podcast, a trained and certified breath work practitioner, and actively investigating human consciousness and evolution from a multitude of approaches. Occult Sentinel features interviews with occult and esoteric writers and teachers as well. Joe’s got a good interviewing style and I always enjoy listening to his show. Aside from that, I know Joe personally and he’s an incredibly dynamic guy who’s insightful in esoteric matters, partly because of his extensive experience with breath work and shamanism.
Joe joins us to discuss his show, Aleister Crowley, religion and esotericism, shamanism and psychedelic exploration, the esoteric environment in the greater Boston area, 2012, and much more.
The second part of the interview where Joe talks specifically about Dr. Stan Grof and holotropic breathwork is available in the Occult of Personality Membership Section.
relevant links:
Occult Sentinel
Evolver.net
Stanislav Grof
intro music by HipGnosis and “Nomads” by Darkfold
outro music by Dogstar Tantra – “Soul Strokes”
Occult of Personality presents “Meditation and the Western Esoteric Tradition”, the fourth in a series, on Friday, January 29th at 8 PM in Beverly, MA. Please see the link for specific details.
Technorati Tags: 2012, Alchemy, Aleister Crowley, breath work, consciousness, entheogens, esoteric, Magick, mysticism, occult, philosophy, psychedelics, psychology, religion, shamanism, spirituality, Stan Grof, symbolism, Thelema
