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Mentioned in 10 episodes

The Book of the Law

Book • 2014

Aleister Crowley

This book, also known as Liber AL vel Legis, was dictated to Aleister Crowley in Cairo between April 8th and 10th, 1904, by an entity named Aiwass.

It forms the core of Crowley's philosophical and spiritual system of Thelema.

The text challenges conventional morality and spirituality, promoting a philosophy of individual freedom and self-realization through the central tenet 'Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law.' The book is known for its cryptic and poetic language, and it has been interpreted and studied by many as a guide to spiritual evolution and personal will.

Mentioned by

David Shoemaker

Carolyn Lovewell

Malcolm Collins

Christopher Dean

Mentioned in 10 episodes

Mentioned as a book found in the temple during Josiah's reign.

Mentioned by

Alan Chapman

from a commentary that Crowley wrote on it.

A light undesired, most desirable

Mentioned by

Alan Chapman

while discussing the Book of Revelation, highlighting its structure and connection to the underworld journey.

The rituals of the old time are black

Mentioned by

Jason Louv

during his discussion on the history of magic.

Ep. 230: The Revival of Magick: A Talk at Catland Books

Mentioned by

Duncan Barford

as a source of the quote 'The Book of the Law is veritably a Golden Bough. It is the only thing that one is allowed to take with one through Hades and it is an absolute passport.'

Who am I, and what shall be the sign?

Mentioned by

David Shoemaker

as the central holy text of Thelema.

Living Thelema with David Shoemaker

Mentioned when Josiah hears the words and tears his clothes.

Day 188: The Book of the Law (2025)

Referenced by

Carolyn Lovewell

in comparison to

Aubrey Marcus

and mentioning his book The Book of the Law.

Does The Stuff You “Hate” Turn You On? w/ Carolyn Lovewell | #500

Mentioned by

Alan Chapman

as a key text in Crowley's magical system.

Magic in the Service of Wisdom with Alan Chapman

Mentioned as the book of the law found by Josiah.

Bonus Q&A - Preview (July)

Mentioned by

Malcolm Collins

in relation to his influence on Wicca.

The Surprisingly Recent Origins of Wicca and Druidism

Mentioned by

Malcolm Collins

as a source for information on the origins of Wicca.

The Surprisingly Recent Origins of Wicca and Druidism

Mentioned by

Christopher Dean

as a central text in Thelema.

Ep. 155 – Secret Societies – Part 1: The Esoteric Orders

Mentioned as the book where Ezra read to the people.

Tuesday Evening // July 29, 2025

Mentioned by

Peter Levenda

as allegedly being given to Hitler by J.F. Fuller.

Peter Levenda - Rise of the Nazi Cult (Pt. 1 of 2)

Mentioned by

Jack Pine

and

William Ramsey

in the context of his book "The Book of the Law" and its winged sun disc symbol.

The Jehovah's Witnesses and the Occult with Researcher Jack Pine. (2021)

Mentioned by

William Ramsey

as a book written by Alistair Crowley.

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