Weird Studies
Episode 174: Magick and Enlightenment, with Alan Chapman and Duncan Barford
Jul 24, 2024
Practicing magicians Alan Chapman and Duncan Barford discuss the parallels between magic, mysticism, and religion, the nature of truth, devotion, and the quest to converse with one's Holy Guardian Angel. They share insights on magic practices, the significance of the guardian angel, truth and beauty, devotion in spiritual practice, and the power of sharing personal experiences in magical practice.
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Quick takeaways
- Exploration of connecting with the Holy Guardian Angel challenges relativism in chaos magic and delves into absolute truth and mysticism.
- Aesthetics and beauty play crucial roles in spiritual experiences, acting as mediators for individuals to connect with higher truths through magic rituals.
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Duncan and Alan's Journey with the Holy Guardian Angel
Duncan Barford and Alan Chapman, practicing magicians, chronicled their quest to connect with the Holy Guardian Angel through their blog the Baptist's head. The tradition of the Holy Guardian Angel, as explored by Aleister Crowley and modern occultists, is a central theme. Their experiences challenged the relativism of chaos magic, leading to a deeper exploration of absolute truth and mysticism.
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