September 8, 2007, 10:30am to 5pm
Arkadia, in the Hills above Richmond, CA
San Francisco Bay Area
Cost: $35 to $50, sliding scale. (cash or money orders)
Register by E-mail: OSOGDevents[AT-SIGN]gmail.com
A Unique Experience of High Magic in Theory and Practice!
Events include:
Ceremonial Magic & the Construction & Use of Talismans
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This lecture will show participants how to design, make and charge a
GoldenDawn-style talisman using the Gematria, Planetary Squares and
the Rose Cross. Those attending will also learn how to create their
own rituals for consecrating a talisman.
The Spiritual Alchemy of the Golden Dawn
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An exploration of the basic tenets of Spiritual Alchemy, with emphasis
on Alchemical symbolism, and how this symbolism is used to represent
the psychological process of self-realization in the rituals of the
Golden Dawn.
The Chameleon's Coat: Color Magic of the Golden Dawn
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An in-depth examination of color as a magical tool. Explores the
scientific realities as well as the magical correspondences of color.
Provides a step-by-step analysis of the Golden Dawn's four Color
Scales, where they came from, and how they are used in Magic.
Israel Regardie: Man and Magician
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This lecture will focus on Chic Cicero's perspective on Israel
Regardie, a close friend and magical colleague. A brief history of the
modern Golden Dawn in the U.S. will be included.
Besides the lectures and workshops listed above, participants will be
able to meet and converse with the Ciceros and ask questions about
their work in the Golden Dawn Tradition in a friendly, informal
setting. This is a unique opportunity to personally interact with two
of the most experienced Magicians in the Western Mystery Tradition
today.
Space is limited! Register now!
Co-sponsored by Arkadia and the Open Source Order of the Golden Dawn