In this companion to Initiation in the Aeon of the Child, now available in paperback, author J. Daniel Gunther provides detailed and cohesive analysis of the two major spiritual crises in the career of the aspirant in the Aeon of the Child--the Knowledge & Conversation of the Holy Guardian Angel and the Crossing the Abyss between the divine realms and the human. Expounding on the sublime Formulas of Initiation confronting those who would aspire to these Mysteries, the author draws deeply from Jungian psychology, world mythology and religion, and the doctrines of the classic Mystery traditions, explaining how the revelations of Thelema apply to the individual. The Angel & The Abyss is written in clear, precise language that will aid those students who seek to navigate the difficult terrain of this advanced stage of the Spiritual quest. More knowledgeable students will find tantalizing clues to serve as guideposts and eventual confirmations of their direct experience. The book offers copious illustrations including some in full color and numerous diagrams. It features detailed references that encompass ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic texts, the Old and New Testaments, the Apocrypha, Greek philosophy, alchemy, hermetic qabalah, and tarot, as well as the writings of Carl Jung, Eric Neumann and Aleister Crowley.

In this companion to Initiation in the Aeon of the Child, now available in paperback, author J. Daniel Gunther provides detailed and cohesive analysis of the two major spiritual crises in the career of the aspirant in the Aeon of the Child—the Knowledge & Conversation of the Holy Guardian Angel and the Crossing the Abyss between the divine realms and the human. Expounding on the sublime Formulas of Initiation confronting those who would aspire to these Mysteries, the author draws deeply from Jungian psychology, world mythology and religion, and the doctrines of the classic Mystery traditions, explaining how the revelations of Thelema apply to the individual. The Angel & The Abyss is written in clear, precise language that will aid those students who seek to navigate the difficult terrain of this advanced stage of the Spiritual quest. More knowledgeable students will find tantalizing clues to serve as guideposts and eventual confirmations of their direct experience. The book offers copious illustrations including some in full color and numerous diagrams. It features detailed references that encompass ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic texts, the Old and New Testaments, the Apocrypha, Greek philosophy, alchemy, hermetic qabalah, and tarot, as well as the writings of Carl Jung, Eric Neumann and Aleister Crowley.

This book’s primary focus is an understanding of the change to the formulas of Initiation brought about by the advent of the New Aeon—the Aeon of the Child—in 1904. It draws deeply from Jungian psychology, world mythology and religion, the teachings of Aleister Crowley, and the doctrines of the Mystery traditions. It explains how the revelations unique to this stage of human evolution impact the work of the individual aspirant. Much of what is written here is revealed for the first time, with every attempt to do so in clear and precise language.

This is the explosive true story of the only man ever to infiltrate the Hells Angels organization as an FBI informant, uncovering the truth about the notorious biker gang's netherworld of evil, lust, and violence. A chilling crime story that strips away the Hell's Angels's image to reveal a powerful and deadly organized crime syndicate. The author's acceptance into the highest ranks of the gang led to an unprecedented FBI sting operation and 42 arrests.

Become the Lord of Darkness himself through a physical incarnation of Abaddon with this fearless guide to crossing the Abyss. Harness the underworld forces of necromancy with the most powerful group grimoire of the demon Abaddon in history. Learn the most advanced magick breakthroughs and hear crazy but true experiences from 8 of the world's top demonologists: E.A. Koetting, Michael W. Ford, Edgar Kerval, Bill Duvendack, Orlee Stewart, V.K. Jehannum & Enoch B. Petrucelly. Book 1 - E.A. Koetting - The Grimoire of Abaddon Grimoire of Abaddon p.35 Introduction p.37 The Last Lock p.41 Unlocking the Bottomless Pit p.59 Black Renunciation p.79 Abaddon's Jiva-Samsara Karma Trap p.97 Becoming a Monster God p.113 The Devil's Idol p.127 Book 2 - Michael W. Ford - Apollyon: Angel of the Bottomless Pit Apollyon: Angel of the Bottomless Pit p.135 Abaddon & the Abyss in Left-Hand Path Magick p.135 Darkness, the Abyss & Metaphysical Satanism p.141 Abaddon, the Place of Destruction p.141 Απολλυων-Apollyon the Destroyer 145 Canaanite Origins of Abaddon p.146 Apollo Hekatos-Shooter from Afar p.147 Abaddon in the Qliphoth p.150 Apollo the Locust God & God of Oracles p.152 The Hymns of Exterminans p.157 Bibliography p.158 Book 3 - Edgar Kerval - Abaddon: The Destroyer of Worlds Abaddon p.161 Destroyer of Worlds p.161 Consciousness, Reality & Reflections p.165 Ritual Sacrifices p.167 Initiatory Path of Fire p.172 The Mask of the Hunter p.175 The Mask of Vampire Predator p.175 Book 4 - Bill Duvendack - Ululate Exitium: The Beast, the Shadow & the Thing Ululate Exitium p.177 Abaddon p.178 The Beast p.180 To Mega Therion p.181 The Shadow p.183 The Dweller on the Threshold p.186 Choronzon p.187 H.P. Lovecraft & the "Thing on the Doorstep" p.189 Necromantic Connections p.190 Final Thoughts p.191 Book 5 - Orlee Stewart - Liber Inferi: The Book of Hell Liber Inferi: The Book of Hell p.195 Forerunners of the Apocalypse p.196 Open Wide the Gates of Hell p.200 Mother of Abominations p.206 Silvered Leaves p.208 Book 6 - V.K. Jehannum - Apollyon: The Abyssal God of Thaumiel Apollyon p.211 The Abyssal God of Thaumiel & the Black Sun p.211 Magickal Correspondences p.211 The Magick of Abaddon p.212 Magickal Chants p.219 Bibliography p.237 Book 7 - Enoch B. Petrucelly - Hades: Crossing the Abyss Hades p.239 Crossing the Abyss into Non-Being p.239 Introduction p.240 Hades as the Destroyer God p.240 The Use of the Daemon Tongue Language p.241 The Evocation of Hades p.242 The Rite of Crossing the Abyss p.245 The Crossing of the Abyss Step by Step p.248 The Fires of Hades p.251 A Cursing Rite p.251 The Rite of the Aeon p.254 The Badb: A Goddess of Death, War & Enlightenment p.259 Evokation of Badb p.261 Cursing the Slave Gods p.263 For Attainment of Greater Freedom & Power p.263 Grimoire Closing p.268

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