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William Blake Lodge presents:
Merkavah, The Original Magic and Mysticism of Judaism
(4 Class Series)
Thursdays, January 7 - 28, 2010
8 pm - 9:30 pm , doors open at 7:30 pm
$20 per class for non WBL members
After the destruction of the Temple at the hands of the Romans, a radical change occurred in Jewish spirituality. During the period of the writing of the Talmud we see the creation of the literature of Enoch, and the Sefer Yetsirah, and evidence of mystical and magical practices focused on obtaining direct knowledge of the science of the Creation and ascent to the Heavenly Palaces to stand face to face with the Throne of God. This system stands as a direct precursor to much of Solomonic Magic, and appears an almost mystical prototype for the Enochian system. Over these four classes we will explore some of the basic concepts and texts of the Merkavah mystical and magical system, and look at how it fits into magic(k) today.
Class 1: The Merkavah: In this class we will explore the basic history and concepts of the Merkavah system, which has been referred to as Jewish Gnosticism by some. We will look at the idea of the image of God, the concept of the seven heavens, and the purpose and idea behind this ancient system of spirituality.
Class 2: The Greatest of Men and the Seven Heavens: In this class we will explore the story of Enoch, the man so great that God elevated him beyond all the angels. We will look at his role in the Merkavah system and in later magical systems. We will also begin looking at the nature of the Seven Heavens of the Merkavah.
Class 3: The Four Who Traveled in Paradise and the Dangers of Mysticism: In this class we will look at the story of Rabbi Akiva and those who went with him to Paradise in an attempt to attain the vision of the throne of God. We will also look at the concept of danger in mysticism, as this concept is prevalent within the Merkavah system.
Class 4: The Descent to the Chariot and the Merkavah Today: In this class we will look at the actual means by which the Rabbi Akiva and the others of the Merkavah stories traveled through the heavens, as well as exploring the powers and knowledged gained by them and how this is reflected in later Jewish and Christian Magical systems. We will touch on the similarities between Merkavah and the Enochian system and look at how Merkavah can relate to contemporary mystical practice.
Email: master@williamblakeoto.org
Phone: 248.885.9397
Directions to the William Blake Lodge Temple:
95N to Washington Blvd. exit
Turn left onto Washington Blvd.
Turn left onto Monroe
Turn left onto Eagle
Turn right onto Pulaski
Red Brick Building on left side (Cambridge Building)
William Blake Lodge on 5th floor, suite B
Park on street.
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Merkavah, The Original Magic and Mysticism of Judaism
(4 Class Series)
Thursdays, January 7 - 28, 2010
8 pm - 9:30 pm , doors open at 7:30 pm
$20 per class for non WBL members
After the destruction of the Temple at the hands of the Romans, a radical change occurred in Jewish spirituality. During the period of the writing of the Talmud we see the creation of the literature of Enoch, and the Sefer Yetsirah, and evidence of mystical and magical practices focused on obtaining direct knowledge of the science of the Creation and ascent to the Heavenly Palaces to stand face to face with the Throne of God. This system stands as a direct precursor to much of Solomonic Magic, and appears an almost mystical prototype for the Enochian system. Over these four classes we will explore some of the basic concepts and texts of the Merkavah mystical and magical system, and look at how it fits into magic(k) today.
Class 1: The Merkavah: In this class we will explore the basic history and concepts of the Merkavah system, which has been referred to as Jewish Gnosticism by some. We will look at the idea of the image of God, the concept of the seven heavens, and the purpose and idea behind this ancient system of spirituality.
Class 2: The Greatest of Men and the Seven Heavens: In this class we will explore the story of Enoch, the man so great that God elevated him beyond all the angels. We will look at his role in the Merkavah system and in later magical systems. We will also begin looking at the nature of the Seven Heavens of the Merkavah.
Class 3: The Four Who Traveled in Paradise and the Dangers of Mysticism: In this class we will look at the story of Rabbi Akiva and those who went with him to Paradise in an attempt to attain the vision of the throne of God. We will also look at the concept of danger in mysticism, as this concept is prevalent within the Merkavah system.
Class 4: The Descent to the Chariot and the Merkavah Today: In this class we will look at the actual means by which the Rabbi Akiva and the others of the Merkavah stories traveled through the heavens, as well as exploring the powers and knowledged gained by them and how this is reflected in later Jewish and Christian Magical systems. We will touch on the similarities between Merkavah and the Enochian system and look at how Merkavah can relate to contemporary mystical practice.
Email: master@williamblakeoto.org
Phone: 248.885.9397
Directions to the William Blake Lodge Temple:
95N to Washington Blvd. exit
Turn left onto Washington Blvd.
Turn left onto Monroe
Turn left onto Eagle
Turn right onto Pulaski
Red Brick Building on left side (Cambridge Building)
William Blake Lodge on 5th floor, suite B
Park on street.
We have posted details regarding our first "Day of Druidry" workshop which will give lots of detail on what Druidry is all about. Please spread the word and consider joining us for free food and lots of Druidry!
Details are on our website:
http://www.cedarlightgrove.org/a-day-of-d
Details are on our website:
http://www.cedarlightgrove.org/a-day-of-d
William Blake Lodge, O.T.O.
2010 Calendar of Events
Website: http://www.williamblakeoto.org
Inquires: master@williamblakeoto.org
Location: 208 South Pulaski St., Suite 5B; Baltimore, MD 21223
Inclement weather cancellations will be made, via email, by 10am the morning of the event.
Members of the public may attend events listed as Open.
Thurs. Jan. 7: The Merkavah (Open)
7:30pm: Doors open
8:00pm: Class
$20 per class, $60 for entire 4 class series requested from non-members
Series Description: Merkavah Magic - Explore some of the basic concepts and texts of the Merkavah mystical and magical system, a direct precursor to much of Solomonic Magic.
We explore the basic history and concepts of the Merkavah system, look at the idea of the image of God, the concept of the seven heavens, and the purpose and idea behind this ancient system of spirituality.
Sat. Jan. 9: Gnostic Mass (Open)
3pm: Doors open
3:30pm: Mass
$10 donation requested from non-members.
Sat. Jan 9: Thelema Discussion Group (Open)
4:30pm: Doors open
5:00pm: Class on Parsifal
Discussion group upon miscellaneous texts/movies/music/artworks/themes of interest to Thelemites.
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2010 Calendar of Events
Website: http://www.williamblakeoto.org
Inquires: master@williamblakeoto.org
Location: 208 South Pulaski St., Suite 5B; Baltimore, MD 21223
Inclement weather cancellations will be made, via email, by 10am the morning of the event.
Members of the public may attend events listed as Open.
Thurs. Jan. 7: The Merkavah (Open)
7:30pm: Doors open
8:00pm: Class
$20 per class, $60 for entire 4 class series requested from non-members
Series Description: Merkavah Magic - Explore some of the basic concepts and texts of the Merkavah mystical and magical system, a direct precursor to much of Solomonic Magic.
We explore the basic history and concepts of the Merkavah system, look at the idea of the image of God, the concept of the seven heavens, and the purpose and idea behind this ancient system of spirituality.
Sat. Jan. 9: Gnostic Mass (Open)
3pm: Doors open
3:30pm: Mass
$10 donation requested from non-members.
Sat. Jan 9: Thelema Discussion Group (Open)
4:30pm: Doors open
5:00pm: Class on Parsifal
Discussion group upon miscellaneous texts/movies/music/artworks/themes of interest to Thelemites.
( More behind the cut )