The Enchanted Initiate
A Journal of Traditional Symbolism, Hermeticism & the Occult Sciences

Evocation

EVOCATION refers to a ritual practice of summoning and communicating with spirits or entities, often through specific methods and conjurations. This practice is used for the purpose of consultation, often involving the recitation of texts, oaths, and other magical means. Evocation is frequently associated with practices such as magnetism and the Astral Light and requires caution due to its potential complex and powerful nature. This magical practice is further linked to the summoning or commanding of spirits and entities, including the spirits or souls of the dead, which can have connections to necromancy. It typically involves invoking higher powers or deities and can be seen as a method to interact with and harness spiritual forces for various purposes, ranging from communicating with ancestral spirits to seeking divine guidance. Overall, EVOCATION is a complex ritual that demands careful handling and understanding of its potential consequences.

Concordance & Cross-References

Primary Correspondences & Figures

Bishop Of TremithontePerson

The Bishop of Tremithonte conducted an evocation ritual to summon the spirit of his daughter. This ritual, called evocation, involved the Bishop of Tremithonte invoking his daughter’s spirit using magical or supernatural means. The specific location or context for this ritual is not provided, but it is clear that the Bishop of Tremithonte was the one performing the evocation ritual to achieve this purpose.

PortraitSubstance

The portrait serves as a focus for the evocation during the ritual

The Pentagram is a key tool used in the practice of evocation, as demonstrated by Eliphas Levi

Evocation rituals take place within the Astral Light

Incense→Substance

Incense is burned during the evocation to purify and attract spirits

Hypnotic PrayerRitual

The prayer is central in the ritual process, leading to the state of consciousness for communication

FumigationSubstance

Incense part of fumigation ritual enhances the evocation experience

Sylvanus MarechalPerson

Sylvanus Marechal had his spirit invoked by his widow through an evocation

TaperSubstance

The taper is used during the evocation for lighting the space

Cypress-woodSubstance

Cypress-wood is used to create the light for the ritual

Adept→Concept

Adepts perform evocations to connect with spiritual entities

CirceConcept

Circe uses magical evocations to change her worshippers into animals

SwedenborgPerson

Swedenborg was known to engage in similar forms of evocation

LampSubstance

The lamp is used to provide light throughout the duration of the evocation

Vinegar And Roots, Or FruitsSubstance

Food is consumed to provide the operator with energy and focus

Evokation Of Knowledge And IntelligenceRitual

Knowledge and intelligence focused evocation requires more solemnity and preparation

Eleven MinutesSubstance

Silence of eleven minutes after invoking the spirit is crucial for manifestation

Eliphas Levi performs an experiment of evocation using the Pentagram, as described in the text

Evocations are symbolic acts in magical practices

Appearance Of The Dead PersonSubstance

The spirit's appearance during the ritual is uncertain and may be a manifestation of the operator's state of mind

Prison symbolizes confinement, akin to the state of those awaiting evocation

Moral SolidarityConcept

Evocations can be a form of moral solidarity

SilenceConcept

Silence is a key element during the ritual to facilitate the evocation process

Ritual Of PatriciusConcept

Ritual of Patricius is used in the ritual to evoke Apollonius

Chamber Of EvocationsSubstance

The designated chamber is used for performing the ritual

Hilmns Of CleanthesConcept

Hymns of Cleanthes are used in the ritual to evoke Apollonius

Orphus's Golden VersesConcept

Orpheus' Golden Verses are used in the ritual to evoke Apollonius

SacrilegeRitual

Sacrilege is used in dark Necromancy for evoking spirits

BloodSubstance

Blood is used in dark Necromancy for evoking spirits

ImprecationsRitual

Imprecations are used in dark Necromancy for evoking spirits

VisitRitual

Regular visits prepare the space and operators for the main evocation

FoodSubstance

Food consumption is part of the ritual's preparation and serves as a form of offering

PrayerRitual

Prayer is a method used in light Necromancy for evoking spirits

Despite The PreparationConcept

Even with thorough preparation, the ritual may result in varying outcomes

Pantacle is an object used in light Necromancy for evoking spirits

PerfumesSubstance

Perfumes are used in light Necromancy for evoking spirits

ApolloniusPerson

The narrator attempted to evoke the phantom of the divine Apollonius using Ceremonial Magic

Samael AuxiliatorRitual

Samael Auxiliator practices evocations in black magic

Divine ApolloniusConcept

The narrator attempted to evoke the phantom of the divine Apollonius using Ceremonial Magic

MeadowSubstance

A meadow, visualized or imagined, is a place where the spirit is expected to appear

Mediate Correspondences

Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities

EvocationthroughPentagramilluminatesSun →
I. Evocation & Pentagram

The Pentagram is a key tool used in the practice of evocation, as demonstrated by Eliphas Levi

II. Pentagram & Sun

Pentagram is often engraved with symbols related to the Sun, such as a circle and a crown.

EvocationthroughPentagramilluminatesTarot →
I. Evocation & Pentagram

The Pentagram is a key tool used in the practice of evocation, as demonstrated by Eliphas Levi

II. Pentagram & Tarot

Both symbols are used in the same occult practices to achieve different goals, symbolizing the same fundamental principles

EvocationthroughPentagramilluminatesParacelsus →
I. Evocation & Pentagram

The Pentagram is a key tool used in the practice of evocation, as demonstrated by Eliphas Levi

II. Pentagram & Paracelsus

Paracelsus, the renowned 16th-century physician and alchemist, provided a detailed description and explanation of the Pentagram within his complex occult philosophy. The Pentagram, a five-pointed star emblem, played a significant role in Paracelsus's mystical and alchemical teachings, often symbolizing divine protection and spiritual qualities. In Paracelsian practice, the operations involving the Pentagram go beyond its mystical representation. According to Paracelsus, these operations can also serve a practical purpose in measuring the proportions of the Athanor—a crucial component in the creation of alchemical substances for the Great Work. The Great Work, in alchemy, refers to the transmutation of base metals into gold or the creation of the philosopher's stone, a legendary substance capable of numerous alchemical transformations. The Athanor, in this context, is the alchemical vessel or furnace used for various transformations, and its precise measurements and properties are essential for the successful accomplishment of the Great Work. Thus, Paracelsus's description and explanation of the Pentagram are integral to the alchemical practices associated with the Athanor and the Great Work, illustrating the sympathy of mystical symbols and practical alchemical techniques in his philosophical system.

EvocationthroughPentagramilluminatesPythagoras →
I. Evocation & Pentagram

The Pentagram is a key tool used in the practice of evocation, as demonstrated by Eliphas Levi

II. Pentagram & Pythagoras

The pentagram was a symbol significant in the teachings and practices of Pythagoras and his school

EvocationthroughAstral LightilluminatesKabalah →
I. Evocation & Astral Light

Evocation rituals take place within the Astral Light

II. Astral Light & Kabalah

Kabalah provides the fundamental dogma for true astrology, which influences the Astral Light

EvocationthroughAstral LightilluminatesPhilosophy →
I. Evocation & Astral Light

Evocation rituals take place within the Astral Light

II. Astral Light & Philosophy

The Astral Light, as a substance, serves as the basis for philosophical contemplation and reflection, integral to understanding divination

EvocationthroughAdeptilluminatesMoon →
I. Evocation & Adept

Adepts perform evocations to connect with spiritual entities

II. Adept & Moon

The adept can also speak from the moon, indicating dual connections

EvocationthroughPentagramilluminatesMagic →
I. Evocation & Pentagram

The Pentagram is a key tool used in the practice of evocation, as demonstrated by Eliphas Levi

II. Pentagram & Magic

PENTAGRAM is a significant symbol in magic, employed across various rituals and experiments. This five-pointed star figure is utilized to harness and command spirits, facilitate magical practices, and conduct rituals as detailed in historical and contemporary texts. Thus, the pentagram serves as a powerful tool in magical traditions, allowing practitioners to engage in a wide array of spiritual and experimental activities.

EvocationthroughAstral LightilluminatesBewitchment →
I. Evocation & Astral Light

Evocation rituals take place within the Astral Light

II. Astral Light & Bewitchment

Astral Light, through its interactions with the nervous system, can warn of the dangers of bewitchment, acting as a safeguard against the practices of black magic.

EvocationthroughAstral LightilluminatesWater →
I. Evocation & Astral Light

Evocation rituals take place within the Astral Light

II. Astral Light & Water

Water, in the elementary world, corresponds to the kabalistic woman, and the Astral Light, which is a universal seducer typified by the serpent of Genesis, may be affected by these elements.