Magick in Theory and Practice (Section 4)

beginning from the point which is attributed to the pianet you are dealing with. (See “777” col.lxxxiii). Thus to invoke Jupiter begin from the right hand point of the iower triangle, dextro- rotary and complété 5 then trace the upper triangle from its left hand point and complété. Trace the astrological sigil of the pianet in the centre of your hexagram. For the Zodiac use the hexagram of the pianet which rules the sign you require (“777”, col. xxxviii) but draw the astrological sigil of the sign, instead of that of the pianet. For Caput and Cauda Draconis use the lunar hexagram, with the sigil of or <3 To banish, reverse the hexagram. In ail cases use a conjuration hrst with Ararita, and next with the name of the Gocl corresponding to the pianet or sign you are dealing with. The Hexagrams pertaining to the planets are as in plate on pre- ceding page. 2. These rituals should be practised until the figures drawn appear in flame, in flame so near to physical flame that it would perhaps be visible to the eyes of a bystander, were one présent. It is alleged that some persons hâve attained the power of actually kindling fire by these means. Whether this be so or not, the power is not one to be aimed at. 3. Success in “banishing” is known by a “feeling of cleanliness” in the atmosphère ; success in “invoking” bv a “feeling of holiness”. It is unfortunate that these terms are so vague. But at least make sure of this 5 that any imaginary figure or being shall instantly obey the will of the student, when he uses the appropriate figure. In obstinate cases, the forrn of the appropriate God may be assumed. 386 -