Love→Concept
Passion, often termed love, is a great instrument of magical power but is categorically forbidden to the Magus, especially as an intoxication or passion.
Passion
PASSION, a fervent and intense emotion or state, is described in two distinct contexts. In the first context, it is part of a set of false teachings that included selfishness and hate, which are said to have tempted Adam according to some religious or mythological narratives. These teachings are contrasted with the guidance provided by the Lord, suggesting that true faith and spirit oppose such negative influences.
In the second context, passion is associated with a specific magical concept, particularly within a system that includes "the Astral Light." This form of passion is capable of projecting a powerful force, yet it is noted to lack the precision and control necessary for executing precise magical operations. This means that while passion can generate significant power, its unfocused nature renders it unsuitable for the detailed and controlled tasks typically required by a Magus, who seeks mastery and accuracy in their magical practices.
Both descriptions collectively paint a picture of passion as a potent force with dual implications: one tied to moral and spiritual teachings and the other to the realm of magic. In the former, passion is seen as a negative influence that needs to be countered, while in the latter, it holds potential but requires taming for effective application.
Concordance & Cross-References
Primary Correspondences & Figures
Astral Light→Substance
The Astral Light leads to the phenomenon of passion, sometimes termed love, by the interactions of will and imagination.
Bewitchment→Concept
Bewitchment can be a form of absorbing passion where the victim feels depleted, similar to the spouses of vampires, highlighting the malevolent nature of certain forms of magic.
Mediate Correspondences
Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities
I. Passion & Astral Light
The Astral Light leads to the phenomenon of passion, sometimes termed love, by the interactions of will and imagination.
II. Astral Light & Paracelsus
Paracelsus was aware of the circulation of astral currents and its potential for magical practices
I. Passion & Astral Light
The Astral Light leads to the phenomenon of passion, sometimes termed love, by the interactions of will and imagination.
II. Astral Light & Kabalah
Kabalah provides the fundamental dogma for true astrology, which influences the Astral Light
I. Passion & Astral Light
The Astral Light leads to the phenomenon of passion, sometimes termed love, by the interactions of will and imagination.
II. Astral Light & Philosophy
The Astral Light, as a substance, serves as the basis for philosophical contemplation and reflection, integral to understanding divination
I. Passion & Astral Light
The Astral Light leads to the phenomenon of passion, sometimes termed love, by the interactions of will and imagination.
II. Astral Light & Pentagram
Through the Pentagram, spirits representing the Astral Light can be made available for observation
I. Passion & Astral Light
The Astral Light leads to the phenomenon of passion, sometimes termed love, by the interactions of will and imagination.
II. Astral Light & Evocation
Evocation rituals take place within the Astral Light
I. Passion & Bewitchment
Bewitchment can be a form of absorbing passion where the victim feels depleted, similar to the spouses of vampires, highlighting the malevolent nature of certain forms of magic.
II. Bewitchment & Death
Death can be caused by the love or hate of certain people, indicating that bewitchment by these means can have dire consequences.
I. Passion & Astral Light
The Astral Light leads to the phenomenon of passion, sometimes termed love, by the interactions of will and imagination.
II. Astral Light & Magic
The Astral Light is manipulated through magic, as described in the text
I. Passion & Bewitchment
Bewitchment can be a form of absorbing passion where the victim feels depleted, similar to the spouses of vampires, highlighting the malevolent nature of certain forms of magic.
II. Bewitchment & Magician
Magicians practice bewitchments
I. Passion & Astral Light
The Astral Light leads to the phenomenon of passion, sometimes termed love, by the interactions of will and imagination.
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.
I. Passion & Astral Light
The Astral Light leads to the phenomenon of passion, sometimes termed love, by the interactions of will and imagination.
II. Astral Light & Will
The Astral Light is subordinate to will and intelligence, subject to imagination and dependent on will.