Eliphas Levi I/VIII

Eliphas Levi

Eliphas Levi, the 19th Century Ceremonial Magician

At: The World's Biggest Bookstore, 20 Edward St., in the second-floor boardroom

Thursday, April 19, 7:30pm

Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the law.

     This lecture will be about the work of Eliphas Levi. This magician is one of the most important in occult history. Ryan will talk a bit about his like, and about some of his lesser known works. We will then open up the floor for discussion.

 

Love is the law, love under will.

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Thelema: Public Movement, Private Paths I/IX

Guelph Thelema Group

Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the law.

If you're closer to the Guelph/Cambridge/Waterloo/London are of Ontario, there's a brand new Facebook group in support of Thelema and the occult, with plans to organize meetups, talks, study groups and other events, so join up and help support the community!

Guelph Thelema Group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/350684971718742/

Love is the law, love under will.


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The Magical Diary

You can find the first part of the video here:
Magical Diary I/X

Thelema: Public Movement, Private Paths

Thelema: Public Movement, Private Paths

with Edward Mason, Warden of the Temple of Our Lady of the Stars

Saturday, March 30th, 3pm

At: The World's Biggest Bookstore, 20 Edward St. (in the Boardroom on the 2nd floor)

Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the law.

     Those who follow the Book of the Law believe in a certain approach to choosing codes of conduct - one that's intended to produce a liberating change in the world we inhabit. Many of us also practice a spiritual path or system, which tends to be highly individualised, and not necessarily easy to describe to outsiders.

     How do we sort out the differing priorities here, and create a coherent movement? What is the role of initiated orders in this? Where might it all take us over the next few decades? Edward Mason, Warden of The Temple of Our Lady of the Stars, will discuss this broad topic at the World's Biggest Bookstore in downtown Toronto, on Saturday, March 30, at 3.00 pm. Donations requested to cover costs.

Love is the law, love under will.

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The Magical Diary

The Magical Diary
Saturday, March 9th, 2:00pm
At: The World’s Biggest Bookstore, 20 Edward St (in the Boardroom on the 2nd floor)

Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law.

     Darren White will be giving a talk on the subject of the Magical Diary, one of the most important fundamental practices in Magick. We’ll look at the usefulness of keeping a concise record of meditation, Magick and other practices, what types of things should be recorded, and the role the Diary plays in the career of the Magician.

Love is the law, love under will.

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Western Magick and the I-Ching
Thursday, February 28, 7:30pm
At: The World's Biggest Bookstore, 20 Edward St., in the Boardroom on the 2nd floor


Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the law.

     Ryan Adam Murray will be giving a talk regarding the use of the I-Ching in western ceremonial magick, and particularly its role in Thelema.

Love is the law, love under will.


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Enochian Magick I/V

The History and Practical Use of Enochian Magick

Monday, February 4th, 7:00pm

At: The World's Biggest Bookstore, 20 Edward St (in the boardroom on the 2nd floor)

Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the law.

Ryan Adam Murray will be giving a talk on Enochian Angel Magick. This lecture, reprising one that began this series, will look at the historical relevance of the system of Enochian Magick, it's significance in the development of western occultism, and how it can be used in a practical system to produce actual results. This lecture will focus on the material from Dee's True and Faithful relation, and try to place this system of Magick in perspective regarding the New Aeon, and the occult revival of the last hundred years. Love is the law, love under will. 777

The Bornless Ritual I/VII

The Bornless Ritual

The Bornless One

At: The World’s Biggest Bookstore, 20 Edward St, Toronto, ON

On the second floor, in the boardroom (far left of the French language section)

Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the law.

     Ryan Adam Murray will be giving a talk on the subject of the invocation of the Bornless One, it's practical use and philosophical importance in various systems of ceremonial Magick.

Love is the law, love under will.

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Invocation and Evocation I/XI

Invocation & Evocation Magick

Invocation & Evocation Magick

with Ryan Adam Murray

Thursday, November 15, 7:30pm

At: The World's Biggest Bookstore, 20 Edward St., in the Boardroom on the second floor

Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the law.

     Ryan Adam Murray will be giving a talk about the basic elements of ceremonial invocation and evocation, and how these can not only be employed in a ritual setting, but in day-to-day life as well. We will be looking at both theoretical and practical aspects of both of these magical functions, as well as the history of this kind of practice.

Love is the law, love under will.

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A hearty thanks to Dr. David Shoemaker for his very insightful talk today! And a great thanks to everyone who was able to be there -- huge turnout for this one! We even had a couple of people coming from out of town. I'm hoping I can get some video up asap, but I'll keep you posted...

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O.T.O. (Ordo Templi Orientis) Intro I/VII

Frater Elrich gave this talk on his perspective on the O.T.O. at Pagan Pride, Toronto, September 8th, IVxx (2012e.v.). Includes some introductory discussion on the Order, Crowley and Thelema.

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Lucifer: Father of Lies or Bringer of Light I/XIX

Thelema & Education I

Initiation & the Path of Return

Initiation & the Path of Return

with Dr. David Shoemaker

Saturday, October 20th, 2:30pm
Cost: $15 (this is a non-profit event; door fees go toward covering travelling expenses, etc)

At: Trinity St. Paul's, 427 Bloor St. West, Toronto (basement, in the "Rainbow Room")

Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the law.

      In this entertaining presentation, Dr. Shoemaker will show how the Trumps of the Thoth Tarot illustrate the various tasks, challenges and transformative processes awaiting the aspirant on the path toward awakened spiritual consciousness, known in Thelemic tradition as the Knowledge and Conversation of the Holy Guardian Angel. He will then discuss the Adept’s journey toward the inevitable ordeal of the “Abyss”.

      Dr. Shoemaker will also present a brief overview of the life and legacy of Soror Meral (Phyllis Seckler), whose writings he has recently co-edited. A limited number of copies of Seckler's books will be available for sale and signing. 

About the Lecturer:

      Dr. David Shoemaker is a clinical psychologist in private practice, specializing in Jungian and transpersonal psychotherapy. David is the Chancellor of the College of Thelema of Northern California, and the Prolocutor of its initiatory Order, the Temple of the Silver Star. He has also been a member of O.T.O. and an initiate of A.’.A.’. since 1993.
     He is Past Master of 418 Lodge, O.T.O., having succeeded Soror Meral (Phyllis Seckler), his friend and teacher. He also serves as a consecrated Bishop of Ecclesia Gnostica Catholica and as a Sovereign Grand Inspector General of O.T.O. David is the founding President of the O.T.O. Psychology Guild, and a frequent speaker at national and regional O.T.O. events.
     David is a co-editor of the journals Neshamah (Psychology Guild) and Cheth (418 Lodge). In addition to his essays in these publications, his writings have been published in the journals Mezlim and Black Pearl, and his chapter on Kabbalistic Psychology was included in the Instructor’s Manual of Fadiman and Frager’s Personality and Personal Growth, an undergraduate psychology textbook. He was the compiler of the COTNC publication, Jane Wolfe: The Cefalu Diaries 1920-1923, and a co-editor of the COTNC/Teitan Press publication, Phyllis Seckler (Soror Meral): The Thoth Tarot, Astrology, & Other Selected Writings, and The Kabbalah, Magick, and Thelema. Selected Writings Volume II. His instructional “Living Thelema” segments are heard monthly on the Speech in the Silence podcast.
     In addition to his work in magick and psychology, David is a composer and musician. He lives in Sacramento, California, with his wife and his son. David can be reached through his personal website, www.livingthelema.com, or via the COTNC website: www.cotnorcal.org.

Love is the law, love under will.

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Lucifer: Father of Lies or Bringer of Light

Lucifer: Father of Lies or Bringer of Light

Sunday, August 26th, 6:30pm
At: The World’s Biggest Bookstore, 20 Edward St (in the Boardroom on the 2nd floor)

 Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law.

    Practicing Luciferian Jeremy Crow will be giving a talk on the subject of Luciferianism: What is it? Is it the same as Satanism? What are its gnostic roots? What role does Lucifer play in it? And what implications does it have for philosophy & Magick? Jeremy will clear away the clouds that commonly shroud this commonly misunderstood philosophy.

Love is the law, love under will.

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