/r/EsotericOccult

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A subreddit dedicated to more in-depth, traditional methods of occult discussion and study.


Portrait of Manly P. Hall


Born on the 18th of March in 1901, died on the 29th of August in 1990. To learn more about Manly P. Hall and other historic occultists, look to our "Noteworthy Individuals" section in the sidebar below.


Introduction

Welcome to /r/EsotericOccult!

This is a subreddit for individuals with a serious rather than a passing interest in occult studies.


Rules

1. Be respectful.

  • Moderators will step in to maintain a dignified environment for esoteric studies.

2. Stay on topic.

  • This is not a place for political debate.

3. No Conspiracy theories.

  • Reptilian rulers, the Illuminati, and other such topics are not meant for this sub. Try /r/occultconspiracy instead.

4. No New Age topics .

  • Quantum mysticism, the Age of Aquarius, the Laws of Attraction and Return, and similar topics are not meant for here.

5. No Fallacies.

  • Debates are entirely welcome, but they must remain respectful, and their information should be accurate.

6. On "Beginners".

  • Beginners are more than welcome to join the conversation, but remember that very basic, often repetitive questions such as "what is magic, do you really believe demons exist, etc" are better suited for other subs. The meaning of this sub is for in-depth, traditional discussion on occult metaphysics, history, etymology, modern usages, sources, and so on.

7. No Fascism.

  • Blatant, positive discussion on things such as Nazism, Alt-Right ideology, or obviously inflammatory remarks will be immediately and permanently banned. It's one thing to discuss the Third Reich's historic interest in the occult, it's another thing to deny the Holocaust.

8. Read, then comment.

  • Make sure to read the thread to completion before commenting.

Organizations


Library

General

  • Modern Magick (Second Edition) - [PDF]

  • The Witch Book (Encyclopedia) – [Amazon]

Chaos Magic

Hermetism

  • The Kybalion of Hermes Trismegistus - [Audio]

  • The Hermetic Brotherhood of Luxor – [Numerous]

Thelema

Left Hand Path

  • The Devil’s Party, Satanism in Modernity – [Amazon]

  • The Dark Lord: HP Lovecraft, Kenneth Grant, and the Typhonain Tradition in Magic – [PDF]


Related Subreddits


Noteworthy Individuals (alphabetical by last)


Miscellaneous Resources


/r/EsotericOccult

25,117 Subscribers

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Does anyone else see dead people when they sleep?

So I keep on seeing dead people when I sleep and this has been happening to me for a few years now or at least since I got my first deck of tarot cards. Some people have recently passed that I know and then others have passed away a few years ago and sometimes I see like shadow people in my dreams. Idk what to make of it. Some of them I have previous relationship trauma and feelings for and others I just see in passing. I never get to communicate with them enough though. I don't know if there's anything to say or if it's just my brain trying to help me cope with the loses I have been burdened with over the years. Help.

6 Comments
2024/10/29
11:39 UTC

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Who can teach me to read geminatrix like a book?

Is it possible?

0 Comments
2024/10/29
10:46 UTC

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Don’t Fear the Reaper

Mark Twain: “I do not fear death. I had been dead for billions and billions of years before I was born, and had not suffered the slightest inconvenience from it.”

In the time it took you to read that sentence, nine people died. Some 58 million people die every year. And that is just considering humans on our own planet; there are almost certainly thousands of other planets with advanced life and populations throughout the Universe. Death is all around us.

https://elonvitale.com/2024/10/29/dont-fear-the-reaper/

1 Comment
2024/10/29
09:22 UTC

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Master the Planes Of Existence

Guys master these planes and get it gets really easy to crest your reality.

This is some real esoteric sh*t

https://youtu.be/UcIFCkd1fW4?si=Q853WMPuQj0dFBGt

1 Comment
2024/10/28
16:45 UTC

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Angel numbers by Espiritu de Maga

Have you ever seen repeated numbers? With this tool you will be able to know the meaning of angelic numbers Angel numbers

0 Comments
2024/10/25
07:12 UTC

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The Hermetic Truth behind the Fall from Paradise

0 Comments
2024/10/23
17:51 UTC

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In the realm of Scorpio, the idea of death is not an end but a metamorphosis. We don’t cease to exist; we transition to another realm, experiencing transformation rather than termination. There are no ends—only new beginnings on the circular journey of existence.

2 Comments
2024/10/22
11:44 UTC

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The nature of time

Modern physics suggests the existence of many dimensions beyond those we can perceive — some theoretical physicists say there are 10 dimensions, some 26, some even greater numbers.

We can see and move freely through three of these dimensions. We do not have access to the rest, at least not through material means.

But the fourth dimension — time — is an exception to both rules. Time is the dimension we can see but cannot control.

https://elonvitale.com/2024/10/22/the-nature-of-time/

0 Comments
2024/10/22
11:30 UTC

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Wiki article about Perennialism. (Read under the photo)

Is this claiming the first Christians, before Philo, were all Gnostics? Am I reading it wrong? The source [12] is from a book that I do not own but if no one can answer me I will try to find a free copy online.

2 Comments
2024/10/21
22:31 UTC

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Is it reasonable to say that Lucifer / Iblis achieved his ultimate mission? From a certain perspective?

Lucifer, also known as Iblis, according to Judeo-Christian and Islamic mythology, was God's best angel. He decided "Why should I submit myself to God and live an eternal slave, when I can match or surpass him?" And so he rebelled, becoming Satan aka Shaytaan.

Some have even said and believed that depending on your perspective, the true lord of this cosmos is the devil.

Some sages have asked the question "Is God subject to any form of nescience? If so, then the Devil is even greater, for he is usurping God."

There is this perspective-based dichotomy that while on one hand, the true lord is God, as God is everything, on the other hand, the true lord is the Devil, as he embodies the aspects of lordship and tyranny without the pleasant, compassionate, and supportive parts.

As one may expect, it does get deeper, as there is a yin-yang like connection between the two, one requiring the other to exist, and one containing the other within themself.

What does everyone think? Has this ambitious angel, from a certain perspective, completed their mission?

8 Comments
2024/10/20
00:39 UTC

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Found in a new house

Hi Everybody, I don't know anything about esoteric, but if someone could help me find out what this is, it would be you.

My parents recently moved to a new home. Yesterday, they were working on cleaning and installing new stuff in the house, including some lights and A/Cs. Since the house is empty at the moment, they decided to keep the A/C remote controllers in a drawer recently installed in the bathroom, and they found this in.

Do you know what this means?

Is it something that we have to be preoccupied?

symbol

??

8 Comments
2024/10/19
16:32 UTC

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Best website for an esoteric/metaphysical practitioner?

Hi! I am certified in BQH, mindfulness studies, and a reiki master.

I have a background in sound healing, yoga, and my own personal history in mediumship and oracle reading.

I was curious what's the best website I could use or create to set up bookings and payments for my personal practices and networking?

I had an Etsy and ecwid in my past but would like to go a different direction, please!

I heard shop.com is pretty nifty? thoughts!?

1 Comment
2024/10/19
02:04 UTC

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Seeking Assistance to Connect with Bune (Financial Constraints)

I’ve been exploring my spiritual path and am particularly interested in connecting with Bune for guidance and support regarding financial matters. I’ve tried connecting with her and other spirits three or four times, but I’ve been struggling with concentration due to my ADHD, which has made it difficult for me to establish a connection on my own.

I understand that many practitioners offer their services for a fee, but unfortunately, I’m currently in a tight financial situation and cannot afford to pay for assistance. I’m reaching out to see if anyone might be willing to help me connect with Bune, whether it be through a simple ritual, advice, or shared experiences. Any guidance or support would be immensely appreciated.

Thank you for considering my request. I’m grateful for any help you might be able to provide!

2 Comments
2024/10/18
19:54 UTC

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Dictionary of Occult Symbols

4 Comments
2024/10/16
22:29 UTC

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Powerful Healing Sigils or Symbols

I had something Traumatic happen and am trying to heal. I know of some sigils but I'm still a beginner and studying. Any help is appreciated.

2 Comments
2024/10/16
06:50 UTC

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“The OG New Age Grifter”?

The Conspirituality Podcast, has the laudable goal of “dismantling New Age cults, wellness grifters, and conspiracy-mad yogis,” recently aired an episode about Helena Petrovna Blavatsky, labeling her “the OG New Age grifter.” While I do not ignore HPB’s many faults, as some of her admirers do, and while the podcast highlighted some fair criticisms, it tarred her with far too broad and dark a brush.

https://elonvitale.com/2024/10/15/the-og-new-age-grifter/

7 Comments
2024/10/16
01:00 UTC

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No up, no down, no now, no then

“Time was not, for it lay asleep in the infinite bosom of duration.” (HPB, Secret Doctrine, Book of Dzyan Stanza I)

https://elonvitale.com/2024/10/14/no-up-no-down-no-now-no-then/

0 Comments
2024/10/15
03:00 UTC

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Zosimos Song (Greco Egyptian alchemist)

Hi there,

I am a PhD student working in the domains of philosophy and esotericism; I am also a musician-singer, and I have undertaken the endeavor to transform philosophy and esotericism into music. This is my musical exposition of one of the early alchemists, Zosimos of Panopolis.

Zosimos of Panopolis (fl. 300 ce) can be cited as the most significant Greco Egyptian alchemist. In his text “Of Virtue, Lessons 1-3,” Zosimos recounts a series of psychedelic and disturbing dreams that he interprets as alchemical allegories. I have endeavored to present a thorough yet concise musical summary of its contents herein. You will encounter the alchemical lexicon here expressed in raw, primal form. This text is actually mind-blowing, and my exposition endeavors to be both fun and didactic. Hope you enjoy!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTjZ4uVgS94

0 Comments
2024/10/14
16:14 UTC

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Scientific occult truth.

Do you believe that there is any sort of “ultimate spiritual truth”? That in 10,000 years the surviving humans might know exactly how ancient spirituality functioned and why it works the way it does?

If so, how do we start (continue) the process of defining that? I call it the “divine science” but idk if there’s a term for what I’m talking about, an omnitheistic scientific/spiritual process.

It seems inescapable that most gods are eventually defined as tulpas/egrigores/thoughtforms. But if there’s something deeper than that I’m open to discussion!

12 Comments
2024/10/12
14:42 UTC

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Occult History: Are there any small towns in America with true crime similar to a “real life” Blair Witch case?

I’d love to deep dive into towns with a unique local folklore/ghost presence, especially if there’s a true crime element that’s relevant.

Ideally looking for local history that’s more niche than the Point Pleasant WV or the Bell Witch story. Anything under the radar come mind?

5 Comments
2024/10/10
01:19 UTC

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Have you ever sensed a ghost or a spirit?

A ghost meaning not yet crossed over, whereas a spirit has.

23 Comments
2024/10/07
21:31 UTC

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