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Magical Representationalism

Magical Representationalism is a term which I have used on many occasions to illustrate logically the essence of modern mysticism. The basic premise of this principle is the theory of representation, which essentially describes ritualistic actions partaken in during ceremony. A series of steps consisting of gestures, phrases, etc. are used to illustrate a picture who’s purpose is to effect the reality of the participant. Rationally speaking the vast majority of all magical traditions adhere to this basic classification of response.

The individual empowers a distinct set of rules and actions with the ability to alter there own personal reality. By following these rules, and saying the right words, etc. they know that specific results will be received. It is indeed this knowledge which is the point of the entire ritual. Through sheer participation in this act the constituent has achieved a renewed desire for an end, and the passionate knowledge it will come.

The representation for a specified goal may be embodied within the completion of any given ritual, or it may be in the act allegedly concluded by it. Perhaps the summoning of some specified spirit/creature or the production of your own. Your desire is linked with these actions, and there completion again grants knowledge to the quenching of this presumably selfish need.

Thought form magic is (roughly) the creation of actual thoughts into metaphysical realities. You give birth to your desire, and instill it with sufficient drive to achieve it’s task. They are broad spanning deliverance devices, or perhaps the rather bizarre ‘stock tip faeries’, whatever the individual may feel necessary. They are specifically the embodiment of an actual thought, given form (life), hence the applicable title of reference.

The practice of demonolatry on the other hand is the summoning of previously existing entities whom dwell in a variety of places depending on which source you use for your information. Each is gifted with there own expertise in various realms of skill and are able to help you, but usually at an assumed price. Pacts are made with these beings at there summoning to which you must offer specified reparations in return for services rendered.

When one summons a demon, one obviously chooses a specimen which is suited for the relative talents required. This spirit then in itself represents what the seeker lacks. It’s core is the ability to complete what you believe you are incapable of doing on your own. Perhaps it is allegedly renowned for it’s craftsmanship, or it’s ability to conquer it’s enemies, whatever the situation dictates. By then summoning this being you are attempting to endow oneself with it’s gifts in order to partake in something’s successful completion. (In cases of the abolition of one’s foe the mere summoning is in fact a diversion from there wronging, for they have knowledge that justice will be served.)

Demonolatry is, generally speaking, about the same as thought form magic although it allows for a lesser imagination. The general purpose is the summoning, or creating, of an extension of your own abilities (or lack there of). You instill within both the necessary means of completion, and the desire to do so, while they in reality do the same for you. They are extensions of mere direction, for each has there own specified talents and skills (be they based within mythology, or of your own instilment upon creation).

The sending out of either of the above, be it through will or banishment, is completion of the act. It is after this performance that the participant is rewarded with the knowledge that all will be done. They now have faith in there own abilities if that was what the purpose was to receive, or they have faith that all will be delivered unto them. It is this knowledge that is the necessary component for it’s success just like all other rituals.

The tenants of the above adheres partially to Chaos theory, but is more or less psychological in nature. Chaos theory presents a rational explanation for the workings of magic by it’s explanation of universal existence. I unfortunately am not so pretentious as to attempt to enlighten the nature of our existence. I acknowledge the fact that indeed many things which are unexplainable happen every day, but they are far shadowed by those which can be. By no means though am I an expert, merely an opinionated fool.

05/29/00
Lasciate Ogne Speronza
The Satanic Whore
Reverend Lee Sherman