Passport Through Hades A light undesired, most desirable
Apr 9, 2025
Explore the intricate role of a prophet as hosts delve into Crowley's struggles with his prophetic identity. They dissect the profound teachings of the Book of the Law and its connections to spiritual crises. The discussion encompasses Crowley’s emotional fatigue, his mystical experiences, and the transformational awakenings that shaped his journey. Themes of faith, morality, and the complexities of modern tolerance are woven throughout. Join them as they compare Crowley's experiences with the archetype of prophetic struggle.
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Book Of The Law As Passport Through Hades
- Crowley described the Book of the Law as a "passport through Hades," orienting practitioners through spiritual crises after initial mystical success.
- The book frames the path as crossing the abyss and returning to Samadhi with renewed faith.
Late-Style Clarity In Magic Without Tears
- Magic Without Tears shows Crowley in a late-style, emphasizing Tao and non-duality over metaphysical speculation.
- He states limits of his knowledge and focuses on practical orientation for spiritual seekers.
Prophecy Versus Coincidence
- Crowley regarded many synchronicities as coincidence but treated validated prophecy as evidence of an underlying unlikely structure.
- Prophecy, when fulfilled, distinguishes real guidance from ordinary coincidence.
