Sacred Ceremonial Practices
Structured magical systems employing ritual, invocation, and ceremonial techniques to access spiritual forces and transform reality. These traditions draw from Kabbalistic wisdom, Egyptian mysteries, and diverse global spiritual practices, utilizing sacred implements and precise ceremonial procedures.
Ceremonial Magic
Western esoteric tradition synthesizing Kabbalistic cosmology, Egyptian mysteries, and Hermetic philosophy. Uses complex rituals, sacred geometry, divine names, and implements like the athame.
Tantra
Hindu and Buddhist esoteric practices using mantras, mudras, yantras, and Kundalini awakening. Employs vajra, bells, and meditation tools.
Hoodoo/Rootwork
African-American folk magic blending African spiritual practices with Native American herbalism and Biblical Christianity. Uses candle magic, mojo bags, spiritual baths, and the Psalms.
Shamanism
Ancient spirit journey practices using altered states, drumming, and sacred plants to communicate with spirits. Related to Norse seidr and utilizing tools like singing bowls.
Alchemy
Sacred art of transformation rooted in Egyptian Hermetic tradition, seeking the Philosopher's Stone through laboratory operations and spiritual transmutation, with parallels in Taoist and Tantric internal alchemy.
Chaos Magic
Postmodern paradigm emphasizing results over dogma, belief as a tool, and eclectic techniques. Draws inspiration from trickster archetypes and pragmatic approaches like core shamanism.