Bøger af Dion Fortune

Dion Fortune, som er en af de mest indflydelsesrige esoteriske tænkere i dette århundrede, giver i denne bog nogle højst interessante detaljer vedrørende kærlighed og kønsforhold. Hun viser at den fysiske kærligheds goder ikke udelukkende stammer fra kroppens funktioner, men fra de energistrømme de skaber i det æteriske legeme, det subtile stof som vore fysiske legemer er bygget over. Bogen handler også om de karmiske bånd mellem sjælene, hvordan man som sjæl finder sin mage, spørgsmålet om ´tvillingesjæle´ og den esoteriske lære om børnebegrænsning, abort og homosexualitet. Forfatterinden løfter sløret for ting der har været indvielses-hemmeligheder, men som i dag beskæftiger mange udviklede mennesker: det såkaldte himmelske ægteskab, dvs. ægteskabet med den indre partner.

Facsimile of the 1935 Edition. The Qabalah is the traditional mystical system of Israel. It also forms the basis of medieval magic. This title deals with the work of the modern Qabalists as a contribution to the psychology of mystical experience, and also throws much light on the nature of primitive religion and the Mystery Cults. Dion Fortune's Mystical Qabalah remains a classic in the field. She explores all aspects of the Qabalah, whose disciplines include the esoteric sciences of astrology and tarot and forms the basis of the Western Mystery Tradition. Her thorough explanation of the Tree of Life, which lies at the heart of Qabalistic teaching, provides a key to the practical working of this mystical system for both novice and initiate.

Dion Fortune's first magical mentor was the Irish occultist and Freemason Theodore Moriarty. She had befriended him while still involved in psychotherapy, believing that he could help one of her patients, a young man who had been fighting on the Western Front and claimed to be plagued by unexplained physical phenomena. Moriarty performed an exorcism, claiming that the young man was the victim of the soul of a deceased East European soldier which had latched onto him as a parasite. Fortune became an acolyte of Moriarty's Masonic-influenced lodge, which was based in Hammersmith, and joined his community of followers living at Gwen Stafford-Allen's home in Bishop's Stortford. Moriarty spent much time talking about the lost city of Atlantis, a topic that would also come to be embraced by Fortune. Fortune later fictionalized Moriarty as the character Dr. Taverner, who appeared in a number of short stories first published in 1922, later assembled in a collected volume as The Secrets of Dr. Taverner in 1926. Like Moriarty, Dr. Taverner was portrayed as carrying out exorcisms to protect humans from the attacks of etheric vampires.

In the ethereal landscape where the realms of the seen and unseen converge, Dion Fortune's seminal work, 'Psychic Self-Defense, ' emerges as a profound manual for safeguarding the soul against invisible threats. Like an impregnable fortress of knowledge, this literary sanctuary stands tall, offering sanctuary to seekers of truth who traverse the intricate paths of psychic exploration. Psychic Self-Defense is a profound testament to the inherent power of the human spirit, empowering readers to navigate the uncharted waters of psychic encounters. Fortune sheds light on the mysterious forces that may seek to disrupt and drain our vital energies, while offering invaluable tools for fortifying our psychic boundaries and maintaining spiritual equilibrium. Through her wealth of knowledge, Fortune guides readers on a transformative journey of self-discovery, teaching us to harness our innate psychic abilities for protection and empowerment. With eloquent prose, she explores the intricate nuances of psychic attacks, providing time-honored techniques, rituals, and exercises to repel negative energies and preserve our psychic well-being

The Secrets of Dr. John Taverner by Dion Fortune invites readers on an extraordinary journey into the esoteric world of occult mysteries and hidden realms. Within the pages of this captivating book, Fortune skillfully weaves together elements of magic, psychology, and spiritual exploration, offering a unique perspective on the human psyche and the hidden forces that shape our lives. Set in the backdrop of a mysterious psychiatric institution, the story follows the enigmatic Dr. John Taverner as he delves into the depths of the human mind and encounters supernatural beings from other planes of existence. As Taverner unravels the secrets of his patients' psyches, he discovers a hidden reality that exists beyond the boundaries of conventional understanding. With its blend of mysticism, suspense, and psychological insight, this book invites readers to embark upon a thrilling odyssey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening, where the secrets of the universe and the depths of the human psyche converge in a tapestry of wonder and enlightenment.

" It is with a sense of the seriousness of the issues involved that I set myself to the task of writing a book on psychic äack and the best methods of defence against it. ¿e undertaking is beset with pitfalls. It is hardly possible to give practical information on the methods of psychic defence without at the same time giving practical information on the methods of psychic äack. It is not without reason that initiates have always guarded their secret science behind closed doors. To disclose sufficient to be adequate without disclosing sufficient to be dangerous is my problem. But as so much has already been made known concerning the esoteric teachings, and as the circle of students of the occult is becoming rapidly wider every day, it may well be that the time has now come for plain speaking. ¿e task is not of my seeking, but as it has come into my hands, I will do my best to discharge it honourably, making available the knowledge which has come to me in the course of many years' experience of the strange by-ways of the mind which the mystic shares with the lunatic. "

" Applied Magic is a selection of Dion Fortune's writings on the practical applications of magical and esoteric techniques. Everyone has the ability to access the invisible planes of existence a whole kingdom of mind and spirit which cannot be perceived with the physical senses. Fortune provides invaluable guidance to anyone intent on increasing their inner awareness. She declares, Esoteric tradition admits of no exclusiveness; it is the very essence of its spirit that it blasphemes no God that has been hallowed by our devotion. It sees all religions as the expressions of our spirit rather than the personal revelation of a jealous God to His chosen people. It suffers from neither superstitious awe nor bigoted fear..."

People have been interested in secret traditions since the beginning of time. Fraternal brotherhoods and sisterhoods, and secret orders of varying degrees exist in every country, race, and religion. Dion Fortune, in Esoteric Orders and Their Work, gets to the root of exactly what esoteric orders are, leaving no stone unturned. "Esotericism, Occultism, and Mysticism" defines what esotericism is in relation to exoteriscism; in layman's terms, the inner life versus the outer one. In "The Origin of the Mysteries", she looks at how esotericism grew hand-in-hand with the evolution of humankind, discussing how humans evolved from a group soul (still present in animals today, i.e.: packs of wolves) into a singular soul. "The Paths of the Western Tradition" is a discussion on the different schools that have developed (known as Rays) and how students, after having formed a solid base of knowledge, work through each ray on their way to becoming closer to an esoteric ideal. She expounds upon Masters in "The Evolution and Functions of the Masters". We discover that they are not so much superhuman entities as beings who have learned all they need to know on the physical plane and now teach from the ethereal. Chapters such as "The Right and Left-Hand Paths" and "The Use and Power of Ritual" explain the differences between Black and White Occultism, and how long-kept-secret rituals taught only to initiates are used to further the order's members along their paths.Today, in the centers of the civilized world, there is renewed interest in esoteric schools, and although they may be misunderstood by the mainstream, some of the noblest people have been among their advocates. This book removes the shroudof mystery and fear from esotericism, and makes the Western Mystery Tradition accessible to anyone who has ever been curious about this fascinating spiritual path! Revised edition contains a new foreword by Gareth Knight, and an index.

Traces the ancient Qabalistic, Greek, and Egyptian roots of the Western esoteric systems, and how the initiation tradition has been handed down from adept to neophyte. Dion Fortune reveals both the broad outlines and underlying principles of these systems. Includes a new introduction by Gareth Knight. Index.