The Key of Solomon the King Clavicula Salomonis (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161406764)

The Key of Solomon the King, also known as Clavicula Salomonis, is a book of occult knowledge and magical practices attributed to the biblical King Solomon. This edition, translated and edited by S. L. MacGregor Mathers, includes detailed instructions for performing various rituals and spells, as well as diagrams and illustrations to aid in their execution. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which covers the summoning and binding of spirits, while the second delves into the creation of talismans and amulets for protection and other purposes. The Key of Solomon the King is considered a foundational text in the Western esoteric tradition, and its influence can be seen in the work of many later occultists and magicians.1888. The Key of Solomon is a celebrated magical work and is a necessary textbook for the student of occult science. This work is edited from several ancient manuscripts in the British Museum, which all differ from each other in various points. The Key was instrumental in influencing a variety of grimoires and other works on magical practices. 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: S. L. MacGregor Mathers
ISBN-10: 116140676X
ISBN-13: 9781161406764
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 156
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.08lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.44d