What is a Ritual?

 

A Ritual is something performed in a prescribed manner. For example arising in the morning, getting ready for work, going out and of course acts of magic.

In act of magic careful planning, application and control are important for me. You need to use the ritual to it fullest potential otherwise it is wasted time, energy and feeling.

You need to identify your desires, goals in life and fears. Then set goals, even if they seem unachievable, you may surprise yourself. In 1953, in Yale University, they took a poll, and discovered only 3% of the class had written goals. Twenty-five years later, in 1973, they found out that the 3% who had goals were worth more in financial terms than the remaining 97% combined.

According to the Satanic Bible, Rituals are classed as either. 1.Sex Ritual (Love or a charm spell. This is to obtain someone's desires. 2. Compassion Ritual. This is can be done for either you or someone else. If you desire health, happiness, status or material things, this is the ritual for you. Most rituals fall into this category as a default. 3. Destruction Ritual. This is done to destroy whether is be out of anger, revenge or hate. Usually I use this to destroy not a person, but rather something of an emotional nature. For example: A trait or fear that is holding me back. Be careful if you chose this Ritual to harm or injure someone. Remember intent is what Rituals are about and never perform a ritual if you are going to feel guilty about it. If you are not willing to pull the trigger, do not aim the gun.

You need to be motivated first to perform rituals. Motivation is the source of your energy.

Due to the highly subjective nature of magic, the setting or performance of any ritual is unique to the magician. However there must be some form of development for ritual work. Be a creative unique individual. Ask yourself this what do I need from performing this ritual. Do I need something, someone or be rid of something or someone? Be as creative as you wish. This is where setting up the right atmosphere for your temple or ritual comes into play. Use Images, Archetypes, Icons, tools, incense, music, and candles if you wish, I have been known to set up a Lovecraftian Altar but please make it fun & enjoyable. Images are devices for inspiration. Dress in a black robe if you wish and put on a Satanic symbol such as the Baphomet or Amatuanki if you wish. Light the room with black candles. I always draw a circle of power in the east, west, north, and south, above and below. Draw pentacles in the air at each direction. After I have drawn them, I like to visualize each one in its element air, water, fire, and earth spinning around while use my voice to invoke energy. You can use a dagger for this purpose or your finger. Imagine a circle of energy surrounding you. I do stress make this internal image as vibrant, real and powerful as you can. In rituals, I try to stimulate all the senses.

Once done begin your ritual. Write down what you desire. The act of writing involves different neurosomatic pathways than the act of speaking. The two best methods are using paper or parchment, or inscribing on a candle. If you are concerned about leaving too much "evidence", intone your desire as intense and strong as you can. The more feeling the better. Involve the sense of taste as well, have something to eat & drink if you wish. The ritual is your making not an outside external entity. I am just about to contradict myself here... If you desire, Call forth an entity to carry out your instructions (These are only tools for your imagination).

Now to banish the circle in the reverse direction you opened it in. Take of you robe, snuff out the candles and change into your every day clothing.

Write down the ritual: time of day, weather and any feeling that arose both physical & emotional in you magical diary. It is important to record, so you can learn and improve.

We as Satanists are the both the Hunters and the Gatherers. We evolve on all levels that is the nature of our becoming, inflaming our Satanic Senses. Evolution vs. Instincts. Hail All.

Satmerk, Temple of Lucifer


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