Occultism: Its Theory and Practice (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162585109)

Occultism: Its Theory and Practice is a comprehensive guide to the study and practice of occultism, written by Sirdar Ikbal Ali Shah. The book explores the nature of occultism, its origins, and its relationship to other spiritual traditions. It covers a wide range of topics, including the history of occultism, the principles of magic and divination, the use of symbols and talismans, and the role of the occult in modern society.The book is divided into three parts. Part one provides an overview of the theory and principles of occultism, including an exploration of the various schools of occult thought and their differences. Part two delves deeper into the practice of occultism, covering topics such as the use of meditation and visualization, the creation and use of magical tools, and the importance of ritual and ceremony.Finally, part three examines the role of occultism in modern society, including its relationship to science, religion, and politics. The book also includes a glossary of occult terms and a bibliography of recommended reading.Overall, Occultism: Its Theory and Practice is a comprehensive and accessible guide to the study and practice of occultism, written by an experienced practitioner and scholar of the subject. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in exploring the mysteries of the occult.An exhaustively complete and fully documented book on the published and unpublished codices of occult lore. Never before have been gathered into one volume the processes of magic from the Grimoires, Arabic sources, Great and Little Alberts and the Heptameron of Peter de Abano, with the conjuration of spirits according to the occultists and all the quaint and fascinating textual formulae alleged to achieve the materialization and rulership of the princes of the spirit world. Profusely illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Sirdar Ikbal Ali Shah
ISBN-10: 1162585102
ISBN-13: 9781162585109
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 232
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.17lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.49d