Unravel the Transformative Powers of Golden Dawn Rites
For scholars and practitioners of the esoteric, Golden Dawn Rituals is a revelatory tome that unveils the intricate art and profound science of Golden Dawn ritual magic. This unparalleled work offers over forty meticulously designed rituals—solitary and group—for the inner and outer orders, distinguished by its groundbreaking exploration of ritual architecture and philosophical underpinnings.
With over sixty illuminating illustrations and tables, this follow-up to Golden Dawn Magic delivers precise guidance for transformative practices, including:
- The Ceremony of the Sephiroth
- Consecration of a Tiphareth Talisman
- Invocation of Thoth
- Tarot Divination Ritual
- The Vault of the Adepti
- Angelic Rite of Healing
- Charging the Guardians of the Temple
- A Summer Solstice Ritual
- A Ritual of Honor and Remembrance
As esteemed leaders of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, the Ciceros provide authoritative insights, making this an essential resource for academics and initiates eager to reach the life-changing depths of these magical rites.
Contents
List of Figures xvii
List of Tables xxi
Introduction 1
SECTION ONE: The Basics of Magic and Outer Order Rituals
Chapter 1: The Basics of Golden Dawn Ritual Magic 7
Categories of Ritual and Ritual Drama 8
Elements of Ritual Magic 9
Sacred Space 11
Group Ritual Versus Solo Rites 13
Memorization in Ritual 15
Temple Etiquette and Work-Arounds 16
Some Helpful Advice 18
Chapter 2: Group Rituals for the Outer Order 21
Opening of the Hall of the Neophytes 24
Closing of the Hall of the Neophytes 33
The Ceremony of the Sephiroth 38
Consecration of a Tiphareth Talisman 59
Invocations 74
Invocation of Thoth 76
Invocation of Iophiel 88
Invocation of the Mazzoloth 102
Tarot Divination Ritual 126
Chapter 3: Healing, Seasonal Rituals, and Rites of Passage 145
Archangelic Rite of Healing 146
The Flame of the Sacred Heart: A Rite of Planetary Healing 161
Rites of Passage 176
A Requiem Rite 177
Group Requiem Rite 179
Seasonal Rituals 189
A Summer Solstice Ritual 189
The Ceremony of the Rising of the Light: A Summer Solstice Ritual 192
Honor and Remembrance 207
A Ritual of Honor and Remembrance 210
A Winter Solstice Ritual 222
The Ceremony of the Wanderers: A Winter Solstice Ritual 224
SECTION TWO: Inner Order Rituals
Chapter 4: Consecration of Magical Tools 243
Consecration of the Adept's Working Tools 244
General Temple Setup for an Adept Working in the Portal Hall 245
The Lotus Wand 248
Consecration of the Lotus Wand 250
The Rose Cross Lamen 262
Consecration of the Rose Cross Lamen 265
The Magic Sword 272
Consecration of the Magic Sword 273
The Elemental Tools 281
Preparation for Consecrating the Elemental Tools 282
The Fire Wand 283
Consecration of the Fire Wand 284
The Water Cup 292
Consecration of the Water Cup 293
The Air Dagger 301
Consecration of the Air Dagger 301
The Earth Pentacle 309
Consecration of the Earth Pentacle 310
Chapter 5: Solo Rituals for the Adept 319
Rose Cross Lamen Rite of Healing 320
Charging the Guardians of the Temple 324
Assumption of Godforms 331
The Rite of Assumption to the Godform of Osiris 333
Chapter 6: Group Work for the Inner Order 339
The Vault of the Adepti 339
General Second Order Opening 342
General Second Order Closing 348
An Invocation of Isis and a Skrying on the Saturn Wall 349
An Invocation of Ra and a Skrying on the Sun Wall 359
The Higher and Divine Genius 367
Overview of the Ritual of Greeting the Angel 369
The Ritual of Greeting the Angel 372
Enochian Work 381
An Evocation of the Enochian Archangel Aabai 382
Consecration of an Enochian Talisman 397
Consecration of an Enochian Talisman for Magical Inspiration 400
Overview of the Angelic Rite of Healing 410
Angelic Rite of Healing 415
Epilogue: Creating Golden Dawn Rituals 443
Remember First Principles 443
Basic Components of Golden Dawn Ritual 443
Keep the Ego in Check 444
Never Bite Off More Than You Can Chew 445
Writing Group Rituals for the Outer Order 445
Writing Group Rituals for the Inner Order 446
Writing Solo Rituals for the Adept 446
Some Final Advice 447
Bibliography 449
Permissions 453
Illustration Credits 455
Both Chic and Tabatha are Chief Adepts of the Golden Dawn as re-established by Israel Regardie. The Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, of which Chic is the G.H. Imperator, and Tabatha is the G.H. Cancellaria, is an international Order with Temples in several countries. The Ciceros have written numerous books on the Golden Dawn, Tarot, and Magic, including Self-Initiation into the Golden Dawn Tradition, The Essential Golden Dawn, Tarot Talismans, and updates, annotations and introductions to classic Israel Regardie texts such as The Philosopher's Stone, The Middle Pillar and A Garden of Pomegranates. Both Chic and Tabatha are Chief Adepts of the Golden Dawn as re-established by Israel Regardie. The Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, of which Chic is the G.H. Imperator, and Tabatha is the G.H. Cancellaria, is an international Order with Temples in several countries. The Ciceros have written numerous books on the Golden Dawn, Tarot, and Magic, including Self-Initiation into the Golden Dawn Tradition, The Essential Golden Dawn, Tarot Talismans, and updates, annotations and introductions to classic Israel Regardie texts such as The Philosopher's Stone, The Middle Pillar and A Garden of Pomegranates.
