#key of solomon

[vcreatures]

It’s been a while since I’ve touched base with the lords of the Ars Goetia. Today we meet Forneus, a Great Marquis of Hell. With 29 legions under his rule he is the teacher of rhetoric, languages and can sway any enemy to friend. 

[wanderingsorcerer]

The 72 Demons Of The Ars Goetia

This will be multi parts and in each one we will be going over each branch of them "whoop whoop" let's get cracking

Starting off the 72 demons of the ars goetia are the amalgamation of the Occult Writings from the 15th century. Compiled into one text in the 17th that is where we get what is now known as the Lemegeton Clavicula Salomonis or simply The Lesser Key Of Solomon. Due to many translations spelling changes depending on region and personal preference for the author.

Let's start the Journey with the KINGs Of Hell

Baal (Bael): is the first king of hell with estates in the east and commander of 66 legions. This King is distinguished by his three heads, One of Toad , One Of Man, and One Of Cat. He teaches the art of invisibility and the power to Garner The Favor of Others. He also rules over Love and Science.

His Symbol

As with most Spirits in the Goetia they prefer people who are clever and intelligent. Someone who is willing to put in the work instead of relying entirely on the power of the deity

Paimon(Paymon): one of the kings of hell with estates in the NorthWest he is the ruler of 200 legions of demons. Paimon is depicted as a man with an effeminate face, wearing a precious Crown, and riding a Dromedary. He is said to roar upon arrival and speak in a loud voice until asked a question from the caster. Paimon teaches all arts, philosophies, and sciences, and secret things; he can reveal all mysteries of the Earth, wind, and water, what the mind is, and where it is, and everything the conjurer wants to know.

His Symbol

To summon him it is common practice to have a Sacrifice prepared, usually one of personal significance to the caster.

Beleth: one of the Truly Mighty and terrible kings of hell he is the ruler of 85 legions of demons. Beleth is depicted riding a war house and is said to have Loud music blaring as he arrives. He is said to look terrifying upon arrival and will attempt to frighten the caster to see if they are brave.

His symbol

When summoning him it would be best to hold a silver ring on your left hand middle finger to your face, as to show him his respect due to his rank in the infernal realm.

Purson: One of the Great Kings of Hell, being served and obeyed by twenty-two legions of demons. Purson is depicted as a man with the face of a Lion, carrying a Viper in his hand, and riding a bear. He is commonly associated with the AntiChrist. His powers include knowing all hidden things, discovering treasures and divination (telling all things from past, present and future). He can take on a human or astral form.

His Symbol

He represents the sun and the moon and symbolism from both is best when beginning his summoning. I.E Silver and Gold Jewelry and coloring

Asmodeus(Asmoday): One of my personal favorites, he's the one I have the strongest relationship with out of all of the demons in the Ars Goetia. Labeled as The Thirty-second Spirit He is a Great King, Strong, and Powerful. He appeareth with Three Heads, whereof the first is like a Bull, the second like a Man, and the third like a Ram; he hath also the tail of a Serpent, and from his mouth issue Flames of Fire. His Feet are webbed like those of a Goose. He sitteth upon an Infernal Dragon, and beareth in his hand a Lance with a Banner. He is first and choicest under the Power of AMAYMON, he goeth before all other. He teaches the Arts of Arithmetic, Astronomy, Geometry, and all handicrafts.

When summoning him be respectful he has a soft spot for academics and is a true wonder of a friend to have on your spiritual journey, just don't wear hats around him.

Vine: is an Earl and also a King of Hell, commanding 36 legions of demons. This demon is portrayed as a Lion holding a snake in his hand and riding a black horse. He can tell present, past, and future, discover witches and hidden things, create storms and make the water rough by means of them, and also bring down walls and build towers.

His Symbol

Acts as an elemental guide unto those who may seek to attack you. Vine is also a divinatory spirit who will also brings initiatory knowledge to Wizards, Witches and hidden aspects. Summon him if you wish to learn more about the Occult.

Balam:is a great and powerful king of Hell who commands over 40 legions of demons. Balam is depicted as being three-headed. One head is the head of a bull, the second of a man, and the third of a ram. He has flaming eyes and the tail of a serpent. He carries a hawk on his fist and rides a strong bear. At other times, he is represented as a naked man riding a bear. He gives perfect answers on things past, present, and to come, and can also make men invisible and witty.

His Symbol

From the Daemonolatry Goetia by S. Connolly

“Invoke Balam to get over social awkwardness or to find the inner reasons for shyness or discomfort. Leave a piece of gold in offering to Balam (And his sigil) on the altar to keep magickal works secret until they manifest the desired results.”

Zagan: A Great King and President of Hell, commanding over 33 legions of demons. Zagan is depicted as a griffin-winged bull that turns into a man after a while. He makes men witty; he can also turn wine into water, water into wine, and blood into wine as well as blood into oil, oil into blood, and a fool into a wise man. Other of his powers is that of turning metals into coins that are made with that metal (i.e., gold into a gold coin, copper into a copper coin, etc.).

His Symbol

Turns things into their opposites. Invoke to help curb addictions and bad habits or make delusional people (or dabblers) to see the truth. Zagam rites are a Daemonolatry Keeper ritual

Belial:He is a King of Hell with 80 legions of demons and 50 legions of spirits under his command. He was created as the first, after Lucifer. He has the power to distribute senatorships and gives excellent familiars. He takes the form of Two Beautiful Angels sitting in a Chariot of Fire.

His Symbol

He must be presented with offerings, sacrifices, and gifts, or else he will not give true answers to demands.

Always when working with these entities show them great respect and take into considerations that the majority of these are gods from other cultures that have had there meanings shifted over the years to be perceived as demonic. Treat them with kindness and respect and for the most part they will treat you the same. Do your research and learn. Learn more everyday and don't forget to have fun. The occult is a wonderful and beautiful thing and I hope to take you on more journeys with me.

We will continue this next time when we go over the Dukes of Hell.

Thank you for being here with me and having tea with me on the other side of the Great divide :)

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[arcane-offerings]

Talisman against storms, lightning, hail and floods (Saturday under Saturn). Vol. II. Les Clavicules de R. Salomon, late 18th century, MS 4670, Wellcome Library, London.

[cvrpusdelicti]

5AM is when random interests resurface apparently

[funeral]

Richard Cavendish, The Black Arts

[polyphanes]

Revisiting Grammatēmerologion Ritual Days, and on the Generalization of Ritual Windows

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[tyetknot]

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[grimoire-catechumen]

Magic Circles - the Ars Rosaria

One of the greatest barriers and differences in opinion I have noticed between ceremonial magicians and members of the witchcraft community is the importance of magical circles. As a solomonic practitioner myself, I think they are an incredibly important and necessary part of spirit conjuration - noted ubiquitously across many grimoires.

But what about in other instances? Times where you may want protection, but using a full circle from the Greater Key of Solomon seems to be overkill (spirits have told me such). This overkill tends to be noted in relation to nature spirits, the elementals, spirits of the genus loci, and even the Olympic Spirits, though arguably the latter do not need one and have their own seal of sorts. That is a topic for another day.

I recently read the Ars Rosaria: The Rosary Art of Conjuration by Simon Dyda and quite enjoyed his prayerful circle. It is not a physical circle and reminds me more of a calling of the watchtowers ceremony, but I have still found it to be a good intermediate circle for sublunar workings. Dyda uses this to conjure spirits of the goetia, its Kings, Princes, and Dukes. I would not be so bold in that regard, though it offers more protection than demonoloters currently use so while I may not budge on the matter, perhaps this is a more agreeable solution for them.

As you may gather from the title, a rosary is used to invoke Our Lady from the cardinal directions, each direction corresponding with an aspect: the Queen of Heaven, Empress of Hell, Glorious Virgin..etc. It follows a standard prayer of the rosary with slight modifications. I have performed it a number of times now myself and it works quite well.

If you want protection, but believe us ceremonial magicians take it too far, this may be a practical compromise. I encourage you to engage with our Holy Mother in this way.

[tothesolarium]

Decarabia - a Foundational Demon of Hell - 69th

whilst their original nature was that of air and fire, they have become one with the Dream of Earth, and from that union nature spawns from them. This union in slow, like stone giving way to water. Residents of hell do not know much about Decarabia, most have walked on their back or eaten something grown from them

[cinnastray]

SOLOMON [old piece, re-upload]

[wanderingsorcerer]

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[arcane-offerings]

The Great Pentacle of Solomon. Vol. II. Les Clavicules de R. Salomon, late 18th century, MS 4670, Wellcome Library, London.

[ccthegoddessblog]

🛍This is my own personal sigil created by me I’m more knowledgeable now and I’ve been studying so I am ready to revise my symbol

🌹it’s always important to incorporate symbols that resonate the most your innerG

🔋Charge with your own personal energy there’s no cap on what you can use because you are the battery.

[sonic-emporium]

To take the ashen mark upon one's head To enter in to sacred rites To read aloud the secrets left unsaid Is to know Sophia's light

Signs and sigils Painted on the floor Blood and sinew Open up the door The shackles have been loosened from your hands The blindfold taken off your eyes An ancient codex from distant lands Reveals wisdom this world belies Signs and sigils Painted on the floor Blood and sinew Open up the door Raise the chalice Drinking deep the blood Spill the last few Drops upon the floor Key of Solomon Conjure unholy name Key of Solomon In the flame Clothe yourself in the exorcist robes Make the sign of the cross and the rose Calling demons from the land of Nod East of Eden, where Cain lived out his exile from your God

[edankest]

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[disease]

72 SEALS FROM THE LESSER KEY OF SOLOMON [2,048 × 1,519 PX.]