Elements are the FoundationOverview: The Influence of the Elements in Magic. Theories of Elemental Systems. Symbolism of the Elements. The Influence of the Elements in MagicMagic is complex, user oriented and diverse. It is also very specific when it comes to methods of practice. I am teaching these basic method of witchcraft to enable your mind and spirit by inspiring you with information knowledge, and insight. I am also writing about witchcraft from my experiences and knowledge, and from a Satanic perspective. It has been said that the magician is able to influence the world around him, because he is able to work in accord with the forces of nature. Not above it, or below it, but together - In the practice of Satanic witchery, you will be using elementary forces to influence and create positive changes in your life and your world. In the year 1510, Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa who wrote extensively on magic, astrology and alchemy, describes the power of magic as this: [The Magician is] "..He who has cohabited with the elements, vanquished nature, mounted higher than the heavens, elevating himself above the angels and the archetype itself, with whom he then becomes the co- operator and can do all things. …The great work of magic is the raising of the whole man in perfect contrasting balance to the power of infinity."1 As we are Satanists, our god, or representation of Satanic divinity, is (often) symbolized by the earth, and our own human natures. Mastery of the elements, is the mastery of the earth, and of ourselves. Therefore, the elements are the foundation of Satanic empowerment.
Theories of Elemental SystemsThere are several different elemental systems, each with specific associations. Most of western magic and occultism, including the Hermetics, Golden Dawn, Wicca and even some types of Satanism has relied on what is known as the 'Greek classical elements', or the Aristotelian Elements. There are also the elements of Kabbalism used in ceremonial magicks and witchcraft. Some eastern methods of magic and mysticism use a Chinese, Indian or Buddhist elemental system.2 My writings on magic will focus on the aspects of western magic and use the classical Greek elemental system. Here is a brief comparison of these elemental systems: Symbolism of the ElementsThe symbolism of the elements of magic are combined like ingredients in a recipe. When the elements are invoked and used along with other aspects of magic, they will lend an influence that will get results. And results are what you are after. The magician causes specific changes through the focus of the will. Only through time and practice can the elements in magic be understood. It is important to have a good foundation that begins with an understanding of these elements and the forces that they move, and how this influences us from the magical to the mundane. © 2009, Venus Satanas
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