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Reading the Stars: Acubens, the Crab
[this essay is a study in the Fixed Stars, an astrological technique that dates back to at least the 1st century, A.D. It involves tracking the relationships between the movements of the visible stars and the planets and adds a deeper, more nuanced “soul” to one’s astrological interpretation. To learn more about fixed stars, go here. To calculate the fixed stars in your natal chart, go to astro.com, click “extended chart selection” under the “free horoscopes” tab, put in your birth data, choose the “special” tab, then choose “Parans according to Bernadette Brady” from the drop-down menu]
Months ago, a news story gained traction for its eerie absurdity. Evolutionary scientists had found that 4 distinct families of animals had evolved into the form of a crab. There was even a popular meme circulated during this time entitled “The Crab Cycle” that reads: “There is only one step and it is crab”. The crab form has evolved so many times that scientists have coined a term for this phenomena: “carcination”. “There has to be some kind of evolutionary advantage to be this crab-like shape,” scientist Bracken-Grissom muses. And that’s the crux of the matter, isn’t it? We evolve not out of beauty, wisdom or some grand design. Evolution is primarily opportunistic; a number’s game. Whatever mutation or variation allows most of its kind to survive, and reproduce offspring will eventually take over the gene pool until lobsters become crabs and the familiar becomes unfamiliar in the name of life’s continuity. But this instance of carcination, of the reappearance of old forms made somehow new, makes me wonder: How does evolution take us not just forwards but backwards as well?
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The archetype of the crab has been present in our collective consciousness for thousands of years. In addition to the animal taking up 1/12th of the zodiac, the crab has been the part of our sky since Ancient Egypt. Cancer the constellation held a powerful position in their civilization. In her book “Star and Planet Combinations,” Bernadette Brady tells us that “by about 2,000 BCE the stars of Cancer rose before the Dawn at the time of the Summer Solstice”. The Crab, in other words, marked the longest day of the year and the beginning of summer. But, like the solstice, the crab’s nature is more complex than the harbinger of light. Though the sun shines the longest on this date, the solstice also marks the beginning of night’s increase; even as the long nights of winter seem so far away, the seeds of the eventual darkening are planted with the Solstice. Astronomically, the solstice is when the Sun, after reaching its southernmost position, reverses its path and begins heading North, leading to shorter days until the Sun reverses its path once again. This back and forth motion of the Sun led the Chaldeans to associate the constellation that rose on the solstice with the Crab because it too, moves sideways. The Egyptians, similarly, associated the constellation with the scarab beetle, a creature affiliated with resurrection, because of the Sun’s culmination and “rebirth” of life that occurs on the first day of summer.
Both of these associations are intriguing in light of evolution’s repetition of the crab. The sideways motion of the animal suggests that it does not progress in a straight-forward fashion. Lateral movement is less concerned with a one-way progression. It prefers depth over breadth. It is also more attuned with cycles, which suggest that certain events coalesce again and again over the course of our unfolding lives. Spiral, cyclical time, like the concept of resurrection, like the shifting tides that the sideways-moving crab inhabits, knows there is time for increase and time for decrease. It does not only look for progress or advancement. Accordingly, the crab is equipped with highly sensitive bristles all over its body as well a hard protective shell and sharp pincers. There is a time for communing with the external world, in other words, and a time for turning inward. Could this dual nature be a key to the crab’s evolutionary success? Could you even call it success when, as stated before, the individual will of the animal means nothing in the face of the larger process of evolution?
Another of the crab’s associations is the moon, the planet that rules the sign of Cancer. The Moon is known in astrology as being “common,” or having to do with everyday, mundane manners. This quality comes from both the moon’s closeness and visibility from earth as well as its constantly changing form. Like the waxing and waning moon, “the crab advances,” and retreats, according to the Book of Symbols, “oriented by lunar tides…” (210). But no matter how many times it wanes to darkness, we know it will always return to fullness in time.
What else is resurrection but the assurance that what is dead never really dies, that life flows on, invariably? This concept is key to understanding Acubens, the brightest star in the Cancer constellation. Considered a star of happiness and spirituality, it marks an individual with optimism in the face of endings as well as an interest in these transitory points between life and death. Brady relates Acubens to “the midwife of outgoing or incoming,” making the native prone to either bringing forth new life or ushering out old ones. The natives I have noticed with Acubens are not always cheerful nor do they shy away from the harshness of life. They are, however, highly creative, and willing to squarely face the process of bringing and taking away life. A great example of this tendency is Sylvia Plath who was born with Acubens rising with her Sun. One of her most famous poems, “Lady Lazarus,” is a personalized retelling of the biblical story about the man who was brought back from death by God. She often combines triumphant and macabre imagery, calling her skin “bright as a Nazi lampshade”. She collapses the space between the foreign and familiar, stating that “the flesh/The grave cave ate will be/At home on me”. She draws death closer, in other words, until it is but a pile of ash and “A cake of soap/A wedding ring/A gold filling”. By juxtaposing the brightness of her skin with an object of death, she shows the relationship between opposites, how life and death not only sustain each other but are always near the other, waiting to switch.
I think this bridging of duality, once again, is key to this archetype. In Buddhist Cosmology, out of six realms, the most auspicious birth belongs to those who reincarnate as human, even more so than those born into the heavenly realm. Us humans, you see, experience enough pain and loss to seek an end to it (i.e. enlightenment) without too much to be unable to help ourselves. I think the energy of Acubens intimately understands this delicate balance and in fact takes joy in the joys and sufferings of a human birth. It understands that life is precious because it will eventually end but also that all endings have a way of reversing themselves. With that, there is a stewarding, a wish to revive and aid those out of you. Ram Dass, a famous spiritual figure with an exalted Jupiter in the sign of the Crab reminds that “we’re all just walking each other home”. In a weird way, the crab symbolizes this fact. Beyond Cancer’s relationship to the domestic and familial, the crab says a lot about the idea of eternal return. Its unassuming, sideways scuttle seems attuned to some deeper thing that remains, despite our outer movements and change.
Related to this idea of our regressive development, Kierkegaard says this about growth: “What is education? I should suppose that education was the curriculum one had to run through in order to catch up with oneself”. The entire idea of astrology is predicated on this past-facing form of becoming. With our first breath, we are imprinted by the unique configuration of planets at our time of birth. Over the course of our whole lives our birth charts never change though, hopefully, our expression of these nascent archetypes morphs with us. We don’t work or progress into having Mercury in Pisces or Acubens in paran with our chart: it’s already there, waiting for its time.
In order to believe in resurrection, one must believe in something beneath the finite endings we experience on a daily basis. We must dare to look past the shifting forms to some eternal, ineffable pivot, bringing life back and forward again and again. We must believe that this progress through time we experience is not about being anywhere different or uncovering something new but simply being attuned to this life force that is always already there.
The first time I tried to identify the stars in the night sky, Acubens was the first one I saw. It peeked out above the top of my garage, setting just above the horizon. I was delighted to see a star I had heard of before and experienced only in theory. It was truly my first initiation in to a more visual astrology and it left me with a feeling that the star was more than happy to see me too. It was like a bright hand in the dark, taking the first step with me. Perhaps I’m projecting onto an inert thing but, having Acubens in paran to my rising, couldn’t it also just be like recognizing like? Nowadays, I can see it on most clear nights, unmoving to the naked eye until it disappears again, then I wait for its eventual return.
Note: While I quote Bernadette Brady often here, I want to name the harmful and exclusionary practices Brady has employed towards QTBIPOC individuals as well as her refusal to take responsibility for her actions. I value her seminal work on the subject of Fixed Stars but hope other individuals will come forward to further her research from a more justice and egalitarian point of view.
Sources:
- “Why Everything Eventually Becomes a Crab,” Sara Kiley Watson, https://www.popsci.com/story/animals/why-everything-becomes-crab-meme-carcinization/
- “Star and Planet Combinations,” Bernadette Brady
- “Lady Lazarus,” Sylvia Plath
- Kierkegaard quote excerpted from “Madness, Rack and Honey” by Mary Ruefle
- “The Book of Symbols”
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This will be the ninth post in our series on astrological magic. Now I’m going to expand on the planets, signs, and fixed stars, and give you some information about the particular perfumes, plants, and materials which are influenced by specific celestial bodies. This will be a fairly extensive post, detailing many things which are under the influence of the various celestial powers, or which otherwise correspond to them. I will start with the planets, going in Chaldean order, which means I’ll be starting with Saturn. This post intends to be very useful, but in order to successfully draw power from the heavenly bodies and have their energy directed effectively to carry out your will, you should not use this post as the only reference for your methods. Be safe, and feel free to ask us if you have any questions.
Saturn is sometimes called the Greater Infortune. It is usually associated with the more weighty matters in life, including responsibility and morbidity. Most of the things associated with Saturn are fairly intuitive, since like Saturn, they are often associated with morbidity, death, and the grotesque.
For information about the ideal placement of Saturn in astrological magic, look at this post.
Below is an extensive and organized list of things which are under Saturn’s influence.
Name of the Intelligence of Saturn:
Agiel
Name of the Spirit of Saturn:
Zazel
Familiar Form of the Spirit of Saturn:
An angry-looking tall, slender man with four faces on his head (so that there is one each on the front, back, left, and right side of his head). Each of his knees has an additional face, as well.
Common Visible Forms of the Spirit of Saturn:
A bearded King on the back of a dragon
A bearded old man
An old woman leaning on a walking staff
A hog or boar
A dragon
An owl
A black robe
A sickle
A juniper tree
Elements:
Earth and Water
Humor:
Melancholy
Numbers:
3 and 9
Flavors:
Sour or tart
Bitterness
Elemental Quality:
Cold-Dry
Day of the Week:
Saturday
Language:
Hebrew
Religion:
Judaism
Clothing:
Simple black clothing, especially black robes
Occupations:
Mining
Construction
Architecture
Places:
Rivers with dark waters
Dark mountains
Deep wells
The edges of deserts or desolate lands
Anatomy:
The right ear
The spleen
Incense:
Saturn’s incense is made of opium poppy seeds, stinking nightshade, mandrake root, lodestone, and myrrh. Mix them with bat’s blood, or with a cat’s brain. Alternately, Saturn’s incense can be made from pepperwort or frankincense.
Zodiac Rulership:
Saturn rules over the signs of Capricorn and Aquarius, and is exalted in Libra. Its detriments are Cancer and Leo, and it it in its fall while in Aries.
Drugs:
All of the opiates (drugs like morphine, heroin, codeine, and many others)
All of the hypnotics (also known as soporifics)
Saturn is associated with many noteworthy spirits. I’ll identify some of them below, organizing them by the types of spirits in question.
Angels:
Cassiel is the angel who is most strongly associated with Saturn. This association is definitely appropriate, since Cassiel is the angel of tears and solitude.
The archangel Tzaphquiel rules over Saturday (which is Saturn’s day), and is also considered one of the highest ranking angels in Heaven. His name means “God’s Knowledge.”
A King of the Djinn:
Maymon is the proper name of the King of the Djinn associated with Saturn, and it seems to mean “Prosperous.”
Abba Nuch is his informal name, and it appears to roughly mean “Father of Rest.”
Demons:
Furcas, the 50th demon in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 2nd Decan of Leo is the only Goetic demon associated with Saturn. He looks like an evil old man with a long beard and a pale gray head riding on a pale horse, and armed with a very sharp weapon of some sort. Of the demons in the Goetia, Furcas is the only Knight in all of their ranks. He commands 20 legions of infernal spirits. He can teach applied philosophy, astrology, rhetoric, palmistry, and pyromancy.
And finally, we can go over the things in nature which are under the influence of Saturn.
Plants:
White Daffodils
Dragonwort (probably Dracunculus Vulgaris)
Rue (Ruta Graveolens)
Cumin
Black False Hellebore
Styrax Benzoin
Mandrake
Opium Poppies (and Opium itself)
Black Fig Trees
Pines
Cypress Trees and Shrubs
Hemlock
Yew
Aloe
Creatures:Moles
Donkeys
Mules
Wolves
Rabbits
Goats
Cats
Camels
Bears
Hogs
Apes
Dragons
Mice
Rats
Cranes
Herons
Ostriches
Peacocks
Screech Owls
Horned Owls
Bats
Lapwings
Crows
Quails
Basilisks
Toads
Serpents
Insects
Scorpions
Ants
Maggots and Grubs
Bugs found in Corpses
Termites
Tortoises
Oysters
Cockles
Sea Sponges
Eels
Lampreys
Materials:Iron
Gold
Diamond
Onyx
Cameo
Iron Ore
Periclase
Yellow Marcasite
Hematite
Rubies
Jupiter is often called the Greater Fortune. It is a planet associated primarily with financial and career success, as well as high social status and favorable treatment from the divine. It rules over vitality, or the life energy of a person, as well as abundance in the form of food, luxuries, and necessities.For guidelines about the ideal placement of Jupiter in astrological magic, look here.
Below is an extensive and organized list of things which are under the influence of Jupiter.
Name of the Intelligence of Jupiter:
Yophiel
Name of the Spirit of Jupiter:
Chismael
Familiar Form of the Spirit of Jupiter:
It usually manifests as man of medium stature with a healthy and energetic glow, but who moves nervously, seems moderately timid, and speaks very gently.
Common Visible Forms of the Spirit of Jupiter:
A King riding on the back of a stag with his sword in hand
A man wearing a bishop’s hat and long robe
A maid wearing a crown of laurels with flowers on it
A bull
A stag
A peacock
A brilliant blue robe
A sword
A boxwood tree
Element:
Air
Humor:
Blood
Numbers:
4 and 16
Flavors:
Sweet
Elemental Quality:
Warm-Moist
Day of the Week:
Thursday
Language:
Part of the Latin language (which is co-ruled by Mars)
Part of the Greek language (which is co-ruled by three planets, the other two of which are the Sun and Mercury)
Religion:
Zoroastrianism
Any religions which have strong universalistic undertones
Clothing:
Expensive and finely made clothing, especially if it is bright white
Occupations:
Lawyers
Business owners
Debt collectors
Places:
Meeting places of noble or privileged people
Schools (particularly if they are pretty and well-maintained)
High-quality gymnasiums (especially if they’re aesthetically pleasing)
Any aesthetically appealing place which is always kept clean and pleasant
Anatomy:
The left ear
The liver
Incense:
Jupiter’s incense can be made from ash seeds, agar, styrax balsam, benzoin resin, lapis lazuli, the tops of peacock feathers, and a stork or swallow’s blood, or a male deer’s brain. Alternately, you can use nutmeg or clove.
Zodiac Rulership:
Jupiter rules over the signs of Sagittarius and Pisces, and is exalted in Cancer. Its detriments are Gemini and Virgo, and it falls when it is in Capricorn.
Drugs:
Cocaine
Jupiter is associated with many spirits of different types. I will list some of them below, subcategorizing them based on what type of spirits they are.
Angels:
Sachiel is the angel who watches over Jupiter. He is a Cherub, and his name means “Cover of God” or something to that effect.
Tzadquiel is the archangel who rules over Thursday, which means he is definitely associated with Jupiter.
A King of the Djinn:
Shem Huresh is this King’s name. It seems to mean “the name of Huresh.”
Abbu Al-Waleed is this King’s informal name, and it means something like “The Newborn’s Father.”
Demons:
All 6 of the demon Princes in the Goetia are associated with Jupiter, so I will list them below, only specifying their rank if you shouldn’t assume that the demon in question is simply a Prince.
Vassago is the 3rd demon in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 3rd Decan of Aries. He commands 26 legions of infernal spirits, and looks like a well-to-do young man. He can accurately tell you about the past and future, and he can uncover lost or hidden things.
Sitri is the Day Demon of the 3rd Decan of Cancer, and the 12th demon described in the Goetia. He commands 60 legions of infernal spirits. When he first manifests, he has the face of a leopard and the wings of a gryphon, but then he assumes the form of a very beautiful young man. This demon ignites men and women in love, and can make women go naked.
Ipos is a Prince just like the two aforementioned demons, but he is also an Earl. He is the 22nd demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 1st Decan of Scorpio. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like an angel with the head of a lion, the feet of a goose, and the tail of a rabbit. Ipos knows of all things past and future, and he can make people verbally witty and embolden them in a social context.
Gaap is a Prince, but he is also a President. He is the 33rd demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 3rd Decan of Aquarius. He commands 66 legions of infernal spirits, and he sometimes appears as a man leading four powerful Kings, while at other times he might take the form of a doctor. Gaap can give people an extensive knowledge of philosophy, social sciences, and the liberal arts. He can easily manipulate the human emotions of love and hate, and he likes to steal familiars from occultists. He can accurately tell you about anything past, present, or future, and he has been known to mischievously transport people from one country to another while they are intoxicated or otherwise unaware.
Stolus is the 36th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 3rd Decan of Pisces. He commands 26 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like a raven at first, but then takes the form of a man. He can teach us about astrology, and the magical properties of the herbs and stones.
Orobas is the 55th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 1st Decan of Libra. He commands 26 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like a horse at first, but soon takes the form of a man. He can reveal things past, present, and future, and he can also help a person become honored. He is especially fond of helping people become well-respected and high-ranking clergy members. He can generate good will between friends or enemies, and he will give honest answers to questions about the nature of divinity. He is generally very pleasant to work with.
Now we can proceed to a list of things in nature which are under Jupiter’s influence.
Plants:
Sengreen (Sempervivum Tectorum)
Basil
Viper’s Bugloss (Echium Vulgare)
Mint of any kind
Nutmeg Husk
French Lavender
Mastic Tree
Horseheal
Violets
Darnel (Lolium Temulentum)
Black Henbane
Poplar Trees
Oaks
Chestnut Oaks
Holly Trees
Holm Oaks
Beech Trees
Hazel Trees
Service Trees
White Fig Trees
Pear Trees
Apple Trees
Plum Trees
Ash Trees
Dogwood Trees
Olive Trees (and Olive Oil)
Corn
Barley
Wheat
Raisins
Licorice
Sugar and Sugar Cane
Nuts
Almonds
Pineapples
Rhubarb
Manna Ash Resin
Storax
Creatures:Hens
Chicken Egg-Yolks
Partridges
Pheasants
Swallows
Pelicans
Cuckoos
Storks
Eagles
Dolphins
Anthiinae
Wels Catfish
Materials:Lead
Gold
White Precious Stones
Golden Precious Stones
Tin
Silver
Sapphire
Beryl
Emerald
Green Jasper
Quartz
Carnelian
Mars is sometimes called the Lesser Infortune. It is commonly associated with war, sexual aggression, anger, general conflict, and physical energy. Mars also presides over surgery, animal taming, bloodletting, and circumcision.For guidelines about the ideal placement of Mars in astrological magic, check out this post.
Below is an extensive and organized list of things which are under the influence of Mars.
Name of the Intelligence of Mars:
Graphiel
Name of the Spirit of Mars:
Bartzabel
Familiar Form of the Spirit of Mars:
He will appear in a tall, mostly-humanoid body, but with bright red skin (resembling many depictions of the devil in pop culture), the horns of a deer, and the claws of a gryphon. He will carry himself with compelling confidence, but a revoltingly aggressive disposition. He might also make loud, angry noises which sound like the bellow of an angry bull.
Common Visible Forms of the Spirit of Mars:
An armed king riding on a wolf
An armed man
A woman holding a wooden shield on her thigh
A male goat
A horse
A stag
A red robe
A pile of wool
A hog-louse
Element:
Fire
Humor:
Choler
Numbers:
5 and 25
Flavors:
Spicy
Bitter
Elemental Quality:
Hot-Dry
Day of the Week:
Tuesday
Language:
Part of the Latin language (which is co-ruled by Jupiter)
Persian
Religion:
The faith of those who constantly change their religious beliefs
Clothing:
Military uniforms, especially armor, weapons, and combat gear
Occupations:
Soldiers
Surgeons
Animal trainers
Lawyers
Places:
Slaughterhouses
Furnaces
Armories
Pawn shops
Anatomy:
The right nostril
The gall bladder
Incense:
Mars’s incense can be made by mixing euphorbia resin, doom palm resin, ammoniacum, black and common hellebore, lodestone, sulfur, and human blood, cat blood, and a male deer’s blood. Alternately, you can use sandalwood, cypress, balsamic resin, or agar.
Zodiac Rulership:
Mars rules over the signs of Aries and Scorpio, and it is exalted in Capricorn. Its detriments are Taurus and Libra, and it falls when it is in Cancer.
Drugs:
Absinthe (note: If you’re purchasing absinthe anywhere in the United States, take extra care in choosing it, because there are some U.S. brands of green liquor which are deceptively labeled “absinthe” despite having absolutely no wormwood in them.)
Wormwood
Fly Amanita
PCP
Mars is associated with a variety of noteworthy spirits, some of which I will list below, organizing them based on what kind of spirits they are.
Angels:
Samael is the angel who is most closely affiliated with Mars. According to many legends, Samael is the angel who was cast out of Heaven and given the title of “Satan.” There are many legends and mythological stories about the fall of Samael, including stories about his romantic involvement with Adam’s first wife Lilith (God removed her from Eden, and cursed her, turning her into the demon of dead babies), whom he impregnated. According to some versions of the story, this human-angel hybrid baby was the first member of the race known as the Nephilim (a word which is often translated to “giants” in English versions of Biblical texts), and when many other angels fell from their heavenly places to take human wives, many more of these Nephilim were born. God considered these children to be abominations, and some texts cite this as the reason why He caused the Great Deluge (the flood in the story of Noah’s Ark in Genesis).
Khaniael is the archangel who rules over Tuesday, and because of this, he is also closely associated with Mars.
A King of the Djinn:
Al-Ahmar is the King of the Djinn who is associated with Mars. His name seems to roughly mean “the One who is Red.”
Abbu Mohrez is this King’s informal name. It seems to roughly translate to “the Father of the Achiever,” or something along similar rhetorical lines.
Demons:
Mars is associated with the 7 infernal Earls in the Goetic hierarchy. I will discuss these below, only specifying their ranks in cases where the demon in question is not simply an Earl.
Marax is the 21st demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 3rd Decan of Libra. In addition to an Earl, he is also a President among the demons. He commands 30 legions of infernal spirits (which are separated into 3 divisions of 10 legions), and he looks like a bull with a human face. He can effectively teach you all about astrology and the liberal arts, as well as the magical properties of every kind of herb and stone. He can also provide the occultist with a wise and reliable familiar.
Ipos is an Earl, but he is also a Prince. He is the 22nd demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 1st Decan of Scorpio. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like an angel with the head of a lion, the feet of a goose, and the tail of a rabbit. Ipos knows of all things past and future, and he can make people verbally witty and embolden them in social situations.
Furfur is the 34th demon described in the Goetia, and also the Day Demon of the 1st Decan of Pisces. He commands 26 legions of infernal spirits, and he usually looks like a deer with a tail of fire. He will never tell the truth unless you have him within a Goetic triangle (which I will discuss whenever I get around to discussing demonology and its related arts), in which case he will look like a beautiful angel rather than a deer. If you use a Goetic triangle to compel him, he will honestly answer any questions you ask him about secrets and the divine.
Malthas is the 38th demon described in the Goetia, and he is also the Night Demon of the 2nd Decan of Aries. He commands 26 legions of infernal spirits, looks like a stork dove, and speaks in a hoarse voice. He can build very well fortified watchtowers and defensive structures, and is a very skilled military strategist who can help someone command and coordinate the forces of a military.
Raum is the 40th demon described in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 1st Decan of Taurus. He commands 30 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like a crow at first, but takes the form of a man soon after. Raum’s pastimes are particularly interesting. He steals treasures from kings, destroys cities, and shatters the honor of the men who rule over the aforesaid cities. He can accurately tell you about any events past, present, of future, and he creates love between friends and enemies.
Vinea is the 45th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 3rd Decan of Gemini. In addition to his position as an Earl, he is also an infernal King. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like a man with a lion’s head riding on a black horse, and carrying a venomous snake in one hand. Vinea can discover any manner of hidden thing, and has a reputation for revealing witches (which usually results in their downfall). He can help to build towers, but is especially helpful in offensive military operations, especially when your soldiers are trying to overtake some kind of wall or other barrier. He can also give you accurate information about any events past, present, or future.
Bifrons is the 46th demon described in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 1st Decan of Cancer. He commands up to 60 legions of infernal spirits, and he first appears in the form of a monster, but he assumes the form of a man soon after. Bifrons can give you a complete familiarity with astrology, as well as all the other sciences of the Quadrivium. He can also teach you about the magical properties of the different types of wood and stone. Sometimes, he changes the bodies of the dead, or perhaps takes them to a different place, and then he lights magical candles on their graves.
Murmur is the 54th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 3rd Decan of Virgo. In addition to his position as an Earl, he is also an infernal Duke. He commands 30 legions of infernal spirits, and he appears in the form of a soldier in a duke’s crown riding on the back of a gryphon, with a host of trumpeters preceding him. Murmur can give you an extensive knowledge of rhetoric and philosophy. He can also compel spirits of the dead to come forth and appear before the occultist, allowing us to ask them whatever questions we like. Some of my books also say that Murmur was originally a member of the Order of Thrones before he took his current place.
Andromalius is the 72nd and final demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 3rd Decan of Pisces. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and he manifests in the form of a man holding a serpent. Andromalius has the power to compel thieves to come return with the spoils of their plunder in hand. He can also discover hidden treasures, underhanded dealings, and covertly wicked intentions. Punishing thieves and wicked people is the main activity he participates in when he is not working to carry out a specific task.
Now that we’ve discussed some of the more complex things which Mars rules over, we can continue on to our more straightforward listing of things in nature which are under the influence of Mars.
Plants:
Hellebores
Garlic
Euphorbia Resin
Ammoniacum
Radish
Laurels
Wolfsbane
Scammony
Thistles
Nettles
Buttercups
Onions
Scallions
Leeks
Mustard Seeds
Dogwoods
Peppers (especially those which are extremely hot)
Creatures:Horses
Mules
Goats
Wolves
Leopards
Wild Donkeys
Snakes
Dragons
Flies
Gnats
Baboons
Eagles
Vultures
Hawks
Falcons
Horned Owls
Screech Owls
Kestrels
Kites
Crows
Daws
Magpies
Pike Fish
Barbel Fish
Orca Whales
Sturgeons
Materials:Copper
Red Brass
Diamonds
Lodestones
Agate
Opals
Heliotropes
Carnelian
Glass
Premonada
The Sun is the brightest luminary in the heavens. It represents rulership, nobility, power, and light. It rules the wealthy, and those with high social status. In addition (and contrast) to its associations with power and privilege, the Sun represents generosity, forgiveness, mercy, and salvation.There are some tips about the ideal placement of the Sun in astrological magic here.
Below is an extensive and organized list of things which are under the influence of the Sun.
Name of the Intelligence of the Sun:
Nakhiel
Name of the Spirit of the Sun:
Sorath
Familiar Form of the Spirit of the Sun:
A large, full-bodied man who radiates a kind of intense power and warmth which can accurately be described as “cardiovascular.” He will probably be accompanied by a golden or yellow light, and his arrival usually causes the person who called upon him to sweat.
Common Visible Forms of the Spirit of the Sun:
A king riding on a lion’s back with a scepter in his hand.
A king wearing his crown
A queen holding her scepter
A bird
A lion
A rooster
A yellow or golden robe
A scepter
Caudatus (the kinds of young leaves or grains used to make cereal)
Name of the Sun in Spring:
Abraym
Name of the Sun in Summer:
Athemay
Name of the Sun in Autumn:
Abragini
Name of the Sun in Winter:
Commutaff
Element:
Fire
Humor:
Pure blood
Numbers:
6 and 36
Flavors:
Savory
Sweet
Elemental Quality:
Hot-Dry
Day of the Week:
Sunday
Language:
French
Part of the Greek Language (rulership of which is also shared with Jupiter and Mercury)
Religion:
The religion of the ancient Sabians (who many people say worshiped the celestial bodies)
Christianity
Clothing:
Noble and fine clothing, especially when it’s golden or yellow in color, and made of very fine fabric, such as silk
Occupations:
The Pope, and Christian clergy in general
Chief executive officers of large corporations
The President of the United States
Community organizers (because Jesus Christ was a major community organizer and activist)
Carpenters (because Jesus Christ was a carpenter)
Places:
Places which are naturally serene and well-lit
The palaces of kings (a category which figuratively includes places such as the White House in the United States)
The offices of less-powerful politicians such as legislators
Pulpits
Theaters
Any man-made structure which can be described as magnificent
Anatomy:
The eyes
The heart
Incense:
To make the Sun’s incense, you should mix saffron, ambergris, musk, agar, balsamic resin, laurel berries, cloves, myrrh, frankincense, and the brain of an eagle or the blood of a white rooster with a mortar and pestle. Alternately, you can use mastic, gum benzoin, or gum laudanum.
Zodiac Rulership:
The Sun rules over the sign of Leo, and its exaltation is Aries. It’s detriment is Aquarius, and it falls when it is in Libra.
Drugs:
Beer
White wine
The Sun is associated with numerous spirits of various types which might be useful to understand or be aware of in certain situations. I will list some of them them below, organized according to the respective type of each spirit.
Angels:
The Archangel Michael is the angel who is by far the most strongly associated with the Sun. He is the highest-ranked and most powerful angel, effectively serving as Heaven’s second-in-command. He was also directly involved in the events of many important Biblical stories. In the Old Testament, Michael is mentioned on numerous occasions. Perhaps the most important of these in in Daniel 10, where Daniel learns that Michael is the protector of Israel. In Christian scripture, he is identified as the archangel who will lead God’s army into the final battle against the forces of Hell. His name seems to mean something along the lines of “He Who is Like God.”
The Archangel Raphael rules over Sunday, and is associated with the Sun as a result of this. Although Michael is definitely the most powerful archangel, it is very important to note that Raphael is one of the only two other angels who even come close to Michael in their importance and capabilities (Gabriel being the other one of these angels). His name seems to mean something along the lines of “God is the Source of Healing.”
A King of the Djinn:
Al-Mazhab is name of the King of the Djinn who is associated with the Sun. His name roughly means “Golden One.”
Abba Deebaj is this King’s informal name. This name means something like “The Silk Brocade’s Father.”
Demons:
The Sun is associated with 12 of the demons described in the Goetia (and I consider Astaroth a King as well, making a total of 13). These demons are the Infernal Kings, and when I describe them below, I will be sure to point out when any of these Kings has another rank in addition to their kingship.
Bael is the 1st demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 1st Decan of Aries. He commands 66 legions of infernal spirits, and he either appears as a beast with three heads, one of a toad, one of a man, and one of a cat, or as those three animals as separate bodies, but all going forth together. Bael can grant you invisibility.
Paimon is the 9th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 3rd Decan of Gemini. He commands 200 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like a crowned man riding on a dromedary camel, with a host of musicians going ahead of him. When he first speaks, he is usually difficult to understand. He can give you a complete understanding of all of the arts and sciences, as well as secret divine or occult knowledge. He can also present you with honors, blessing you with a good reputation in society. He can provide familiars of a good quality. Last, but definitely not least, Paimon can easily magically bind other people so that they will have to do your bidding.
Beleth is the 13th demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 1st Decan of Leo. He commands 85 legions of infernal spirits, and he arrives on a pale horse, attended by brass players and other musicians. He is usually fairly hostile when he first arrives. If you manage to calm his irritation, though, he can create love between a man and woman. Some of my sources say he was originally an angel in the Order of Powers, and that he hopes to ascend back to his throne before the end of days.
Purson is the 20th demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Libra. He commands 22 legions of infernal spirits, and he appears in the form of a man with the face of a lion, holding a venomous snake in one hand, while approaching on the back of a bear whose path is preceded by a host of ministering trumpeters. Purson can accurately tell you about any events in the past, present, or future, in addition to being able to discover any manner of hidden things. He is also able to provide the occultist with a good familiar spirit.
Astaroth is the 29th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Capricorn. The Goetia doesn’t specify that he is a King, designating only his position as Duke, but I thought it necessary to classify him as such, considering that in sources besides the Goetia, he is fairly uniformly referred to as a King. He commands 40 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a beautiful angel with terrible and dangerous breath riding on the back of an infernal dragon, and carrying a viper. He can give you a thorough understanding of all the liberal arts, and will always answer your questions truthfully. He is also able to give you accurate understanding of all the events of the past, present, and future, and of all secrets. In particular, Astaroth will tell you the stories of how the various angels fell.
Asmodai is the 32nd demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Aquarius. Asmodai is one of the highest-ranked demons (sometimes referred to as a chief lord of Hell), though he only directly commands 72 legions of infernal spirits. When he appears, he looks like a man with three heads (one of a bull, one of a man, and one of a ram). He has the tail of a serpent and the feet of a goose, and he rides in on a dragon, carrying a flag and lance. He is capable of giving us a complete understanding of the magical uses of all the different herbs and stones. He can also give us a complete knowledge of arithmetic, geometry, and astrology. He is good at finding treasures which have been lost or hidden, and he can make us invisible, or help us to be verbally witty and eloquent. He is also capable of giving us a longer life-span.
Vinea is the 45th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 3rd Decan of Gemini. In addition to his position as a mighty King, he is also an Earl. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like a man with a lion’s head riding on a black horse, and carrying a venomous snake in one hand. Vinea can discover any manner of hidden thing, and has a reputation for uncovering witches (which usually results in their downfall). He can help to build defensive towers, but is particularly helpful in offensive military operations, especially when your soldiers are trying to overtake a wall or some other kind of barrier. He can also give you accurate information about any events past, present, or future.
Balam is the 51st demon to be described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 3rd Decan of Leo. He commands 40 legions of infernal spirits. When he manifests, he looks like a man with three heads (one of a bull, one of a man, and one of a ram) and the tail of a serpent. His eyes will be flaming, and he will ride forth on a bear, bringing a goshawk (Accipiter gentilis) with him. He has a hoarse voice, and will truthfully tell you about anything past, present, or future. He can also make us invisible and increase our wit.
Zagan is the 61st demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 1st Decan of Capricorn. In addition to his position as a mighty King, he also holds the title of President. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and he initially looks like a bull with the wings of a gryphon, but then assumes the form of a man. Zagan is capable of making us more witty and clever, turning wine into water, and water back into wine. He can easily change any metal into the currency of whichever nation he is working in. He also turns fools wise.
Belial is the 68th demon to be described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 2nd Decan of Aquarius. He is easily one of the most powerful demons in Hell, and he also commands 80 legions of infernal spirits. As he approaches, you will notice that his appearance is that of a beautiful angel, and he will ride in on a chariot of fire. Belial is a particularly powerful spirit, and he regularly interferes with the people of much of the world by using some of his powers to magically appoint a lot of extremely underqualified or overall unfavorable people to legislative positions in as many governments as possible. He finds this amusing, and wants to cause as much human pain and frustration as he possibly can by doing this sort of thing. When dealing with Belial, it’s important to know that he can help us in several ways. In addition to his ability to appoint whoever he chooses to a legislative office, we should remember that he can also cause favor between friends and enemies, and that he can provide us with extremely high quality familiar spirits. However, unlike most other spirits (demonic or otherwise), Belial will not help us if we don’t make a good offering to him.
Now, we can proceed to a list of things the Sunrules over in nature.
Plants:
Marigolds
Lotus Trees
Peonies
Celandine
Balm
Ginger
Great Felwort
Stonemint
Vervain
Bay Trees
Cedars
Palms
Ash Trees
Ivy
Mint
Mastic
White Turmeric
Saffron
Balsam
Amber
Yellow Honey
Agar
Clove
Cinnamon
Pepper
Frankincense
Marjoram
Rosemary
Creatures:Lions
Crocodiles
Lynxes
Rams
Boars
Oxen
Phoenixes
Eagles
Vultures
Swans
Roosters
Crows
Hawks
Glow Worms
Scarabs
Seals
Shellfish
Jellyfish
Starfish
Mollusks with spiral shells
Oysters
Materials:Gold
Egyptian Glass
Cupric Oxide
Diamonds
Red Pearls
Hematite
Rubies
Gold Marcasite
Heliotropes
Blue Sapphires
Topaz
Chrysoprase
Venus is a planet which is most readily associated with ideas of love, friendship, and positive emotions between people. It is often known as the Lesser Fortune. Venus rules over beautiful singing, and all manner of pleasant sounds. It also represents an emotionally intimate kind of sexuality and pleasure.Check out this post for advice about the placement of Venus in astrological magic.
Below is an extensive and organized list of things which are under the influence of Venus.
Name of the Intelligence of Venus:
Hagiel
Name of the Spirit of Venus:
Qedemel
Familiar Form of the Spirit of Venus:
It will usually manifest in the form of a fair-bodied woman of about average height, with a pleasant disposition, dressed in white or green, with some golden accents near the topmost parts of the outfit. If Venus is in one of her greater dignities, the forms of two young maids might accompany her (these servant forms are not actually separate entities from spirit of Venus), and the three might interact with each other playfully with the intent of drawing a lustful gaze or two.
Common Visible Forms of the Spirit of Venus:
A King riding on a camel with a scepter in his hand
A young woman dressed in very beautiful clothing
A naked young woman
A female goat
A camel
A dove
A green or white garment or outfit
A bouquet of flowers
Juniper savin
Elements:
Air and Water
Humors:
Phlegm and Blood
Numbers:
7 and 49
Flavors:
Sweetness
Decadent flavors
Delicate tastes
Elemental Quality:
Warm-Moist
Day of the Week:
Friday
Language:
Arabic
Religion:
Islam
Clothing:
Garments decorated with bright colors and geometric shapes
Traditional Arabic apparel, especially when all white in color (in a desert, white clothing will be more comfortable to wear, because it does not absorb as much heat as other colors)
Extravagant accessories and jewelry
Clothing which was designed with a lot of unnecessary ornamentation
For a man, managing to tastefully dress in women’s clothing and make-up
For a woman, dressing in her most attractive clothing (according to her own opinion, of course) which is also unnecessarily extravagant
Occupations:
Visual artists
Musicians
Bakers
Classical singers
Dancers
Places:
Cheerful places
Bars
Beaches
Music and performance art venues
Green meadows in the spring
Fountains
Anatomy:
The right nostril
The stomach
The genitalia
Incense:
The incense of Venus can be made by mixing musk, ambergris, agar, red roses, red coral, sparrow’s brain, and pigeon’s blood. Alternately, you can use violets or saffron.
Zodiac Rulership:
Venus rules over the signs of Taurus and Libra, and is exalted in Pisces. Its detriments are Aries and Scorpio, and it falls when it is in Virgo.
Drugs:
Every variety of aphrodisiac
Cannabis Sativa
MDMA
Venus is associated with a number of spirits of different types. Below, I will describe some of these spirits, organizing them based on what kind of spirit they are.
Angels:
Anael is the angel who is most strongly associated with Venus. It is possible that his name means roughly “the Pleasure of God.”
Haniel is the archangel who rules over Friday, and that means this spirit is associated with Venus as well. Some of my books suggest that Anael and Haniel are just alternate spellings of the same name.
A King of the Djinn:
Zawba’ah is the name of this King of the Djinn, who is associated with Venus. His name appears to mean something along the lines of “Storm.”
Abba Al-Hassan is the informal name of the same King who was just introduced. It appears to mean something like “the Father of the Handsome.”
Demons:
Venus is the planet which is associated with the 20 Goetic Dukes. I will list these Dukes below, and if any of them has another noble title in addition to their dukedom, I will make sure to point that out.
Agares is the 2nd demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Aries. He commands 31 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like an old man carrying a goshawk on his fist while riding a crocodile. He is capable of making people who always stand still run, while causing people who have fled to return. He can teach you any language you wish, and he takes pleasure in shattering personal dignities and causing earthquakes.
Valefar is the 6th demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 3rd Decan of Taurus. He commands 10 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like a lion with the head of a human thief. He is generally a good familiar, but he will try to tempt the occultist to steal, with the occultist’s death as a result of their their crimes as his goal in this act.
Barbatos is the 8th demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Gemini. He commands 300 legions of infernal spirits, and he appears in the company of four kings and their armies when the Sun is in Sagittarius. He can teach you how to verbally communicate with a variety of creatures, unlock hidden treasures that have been magically sealed, accurately describe any event past, present, or future, and reconcile friends with people in positions of power.
Gusoin is the 11th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Cancer. He commands 40 legions of infernal spirits, and he appears in the form of Xenophilus (a famous Pythagorean scholar). He is able to accurately tell you of the past, present, and future, answer every question you can ask him, reconcile friends, and give people honor and recognition by their peers and society.
Eligos is the 15th demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 3rd Decan of Leo. He commands 60 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like a knight carrying a lance, his ensign, and a serpent. He knows the future, and in particular, he is very accurate in predicting the outcome of battles. He can discover hidden things, and he brings forth love from lords and other powerful people.
Zepar is the 16th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 1st Decan of Virgo. He commands 26 legions of infernal spirits, and he takes the form of an armed soldier dressed in red. He is able to make women love men, and to cause infertility in women.
Bathin is the 18th demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 3rd Decan of Virgo. He commands 30 legions of infernal spirits, and looks like a muscular man with the tail of a serpent sitting on his pale horse. He can teach you about the properties of the herbs and precious stones, and he has been known to suddenly transport people very long distances.
Sallos is the 19th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 1st Decan of Libra. He commands 30 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a soldier wearing a Duke’s crown and riding on the back of a crocodile. He is able to make men and women love each other.
Aim is the 23rd demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Scorpio. He commands 26 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a three-headed man (with the head of a serpent, the head of a man with two stars on its forehead, and the head of a cat) riding on a fiery viper. He has been known to set great cities, castles, palaces, and other monumental places on fire. He can make people witty and clever, and he will truthfully answer any questions regarding a personal or private concern.
Bime is the 26th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Sagittarius. He commands 30 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a dragon with three heads (the head of a dog, of a gryphon, and of a man) who speaks in a high-pitched voice. He has been known to move the remains of the deceased around, and to assemble his spirits on top of graves and sepulchers. He can provide people with material wealth, wisdom, and the ability to speak eloquently. He will also answer your questions truthfully.
Berith is the 28th demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 1st Decan of Capricorn. He commands 26 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a soldier wearing red clothing and a golden crown, and riding on a red horse. He can accurately reveal the past, present, or future. He is able to bring honor and recognition to a person, and to transmute any kind of metal to gold. He is known to lie often, and should never be considered trustworthy.
Astaroth is the 29th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Capricorn. In addition to his Dukedom, it seems necessary to think of him as a King, as well (the Goetia itself does not call him such, but other sources of information about him seem to fairly uniformly acknowledge him as a King). He commands 40 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a beautiful angel with terrible and dangerous breath riding on the back of an infernal dragon, and carrying a viper. He can give you a thorough understanding of all the liberal arts, and will always answer your questions truthfully. He is also able to give you accurate understanding of all the events of the past, present, and future, and of all secrets. In particular, Astaroth will tell you the stories of how the various angels fell.
Forcalor is the 41st demon described in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 2nd Decan of Taurus. He commands 30 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a man with the wings of a gryphon. He is known to take pleasure in killing people, especially by drowning. He loves to capsize war ships, and has considerable power over the oceans and their winds.
Vepar is the 42nd demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 3rd Decan of Taurus. He commands 29 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a mermaid. He governs the seas in general, he specifically guides ships which transport weapons and munitions. He is responsible for most ocean storms and other unfavorable conditions for maritime travel. In addition, Vepar is known to enjoy killing people by giving them severe infestations of parasitic worms.
Vuall is the 47th demon described in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 2nd Decan of Cancer. He commands 37 legions of infernal spirits, and he initially appears in the form of a dromedary, but then takes the form of a man who is unconvincingly trying to seem as if he’s from Egypt. He is able to accurately tell you about things in the past, present, and future. He can make enemies into friends, and very effectively cause women to especially love someone.
Crocell is the 49th demon described in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 1st Decan of Leo. He commands 48 legions of infernal spirits, and he appears in the form of an angel. He tends to speak occultly about cryptic or hidden things, though he is also a very good teacher of geometry and the liberal arts. He makes the sounds of flowing water, and can give warmth to baths and other waters.
Alloces is the 52nd demon described in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 1st Decan of Virgo. He commands 30 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a soldier wearing a Duke’s crown, riding on the back of a gryphon, and preceded by a host of trumpeters. He can give you an extensive understanding of philosophy and rhetoric, and he can bring souls of the dead before the occultist, where we can ask them whatever questions we see fit.
Murmur is the 54th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 3rd Decan of Virgo. In addition to his position as a Duke, he is also an infernal Earl. He commands 30 legions of infernal spirits, and he appears in the form of a soldier in a Duke’s crown riding on the back of a gryphon, with a host of trumpeters preceding him. Murmur can give you an extensive knowledge of rhetoric and philosophy. He can also compel spirits of the dead to come forth and appear before the occultist, allowing us to ask them whatever questions we like. Some of my books also say that Murmur was originally a member of the Order of Thrones before he took his current place.
Gemory is the 56th demon described in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 2nd Decan of Libra. She commands 26 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a beautiful woman riding a camel, and wearing the crown of a Duchess around her waist. She is able to reveal all things past, present, and future, and to discover hidden treasures. She can also procure the love of women.
Napula is the 60th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 3rd Decan of Scorpio. In addition to his position as a Duke, he is also a President among the demons. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a lion with gryphon’s wings. He can teach you the skills and crafts of a handyman, and provide extremely specialized knowledge on many professions. He is a good teacher of philosophy in particular.
Haures is the 64th demon described in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 1st Decan of Capricorn. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and he initially appears in the form of a leopard, then taking the form of a man with fire in his eyes and an extremely unpleasant face. He should not be trusted if he is not within a Goetic triangle, since he has been known to lie. When he is within the Goetic triangle, he can reveal all things past, present, and future. He can also provide the occultist with a thorough understanding of divinity, with the added bonus of telling us the stories about the falls of the spirits. He takes pleasure in destroying his enemies, and especially in burning them.
Amducias is the 67th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 1st Decan of Aquarius. He commands 29 legions of infernal spirits, and initially appears in the form of a unicorn, but then assumes the form of a man. He is able to make musical instruments heard, and to make trees bend. The familiar spirits he can provide for the occultist are of a very good quality.
Dantaylion is the 71st demon described in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 2nd Decan of Pisces. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a man with many faces (which can be of any gender) with a book in his right hand. He is able to teach absolutely any art or science to absolutely any person. He usually generates love, and can help people relate to each other and find things in common, no matter how foreign or hostile they initially appeared. Dantaylion is also known to call secret meetings, and to make people suddenly change their minds about any given issue.
Now that we’ve gone over some of the more complex correspondences of Venus, we can list some of the things in nature which are under Venus’s rulership.
Plants:
Verbena
Violets
Maidenhair Ferns
Valerian
Thyme
Gum Laudanum
Ambergris
Sandalwood
Coriander
Sweet Pears
Figs
Pomegranates
Hesperus
Creatures:Dogs
Rabbits
Sheep
Goats
Bulls
Calves
Swans
Wagtails
Swallows
Pelicans
Burrow Ducks
Crows
Pigeons
Turtledoves
Sparrows
Dolphins
Merlangius
Sea Spurge
Sardines
Materials:Silver
Glass
Ruby
Lodestone
Blue Stones
Coral
Malachite
Quartz
Brass
Carnelian
Lapis Lazuli
Beryl
Emeralds
Sapphires
Green Jasper
Mercury is commonly associated with intelligence, speed, wit, and communication. It is also associated with commonness and poverty.For advice about the ideal placement of Mercury in astrological magic, look at this post.
Below is an extensive and organized list of things which are under the influence of Mercury.
Name of the Intelligence of Mercury:
Tiriel
Name of the Spirit of Mercury:
Taphthartharath
Familiar Form of the Spirit of Mercury:
Usually, it manifests as a transparent, slender humanoid form of about average height. Its movements will appear more fluid than those of a human, and this spirit will be cold to the touch. It will be very well-spoken and articulate with words. Usually, the first thing this form will do when you conjure it is try to thoroughly horrify you (if it is successful, you can take comfort in knowing that you’re dealing with a real form of Mercury).
Common Visible Forms of the Spirit of Mercury:
A King riding on the back of a bear
A fair young person
A woman with a distaff
A dog
A female bear
A magpie
An article of clothing that can vary in color
A shepherd’s rod
A small walking staff
Element:
Water
*It should be noted that Mercury can affect all elements nearly equally
Humors:
Any or all of the humors mixed together
Numbers:
8 and 64
Flavors:
Unusual flavors
Tastes which are completely alien to the tongue
Tastes which are familiar, but not at all distinctive
Plain or bland flavors in general (as in food which generally lacks flavor)
Elemental Quality:
Dry-Moist (both simultaneously)
Day of the Week:
Wednesday
Languages:
Turkish
Part of Greek (which is co-ruled by three planets, the other two of which are Jupiter and the Sun)
Religion:
Forbidden or secret practices (Freemasonry, for example)
Hermeticism
Theosophy
Comparative religion
Clothing:
Linens
Casual dress
Styles commonly associated with scholars
Occupations:
Poets
Novelists
Journalists
Teachers
Mathematicians
Couriers
Places:
Markets
Warehouses
Schools
Laboratories
Libraries
Anatomy:
The tongue
The brain
Mercury influences the heart, but does not rule over it
Incense:
To make Mercury’s incense, mix mastic, frankincense, cloves, potentilla, agate, magpie’s blood, and a fox or weasel’s brain. Alternately, you can use any tree barks or fruit skins, cinnamon, cassia bark, citron peels, or bayberries.
Zodiac Rulership:
Mercury rules over the signs of Gemini and Virgo, and it is also exalted in Virgo. Mercury’s detriment is Sagittarius, and it is in its fall when in Pisces.
Drugs:
Psychostimulants (which include the amphetamines, cathinones, and methylphenidate, in addition to many other drugs)
Coffee (espresso in particular, due to its increased stimulant effects)
Mercury is associated with numerous spirits of various kinds, which I will describe below, organized by the types of spirits I’ll be discussing.
Angels:
The Archangel Raphael is the angel who is most strongly associated with Mercury. Raphael is one of the most powerful and important archangels, outranked only by Gabriel and Michael. His name seems to mean something along the lines of “God is the Source of Healing.”
The Archangel Michael rules over Wednesday, which means he is also associated with Mercury to a lesser extent. Michael is the highest-ranked and most powerful of all the angels, effectively serving as Heaven’s second-in-command. In the Old Testament, Michael is mentioned on numerous occasions. Perhaps the most important of these in in Daniel 10, where Daniel learns that Michael is the protector of Israel. In Christian scripture, he is identified as the archangel who will lead God’s army into the final battle against the forces of Hell. His name seems to mean something along the lines of “He Who is Like God.”
A King of the Djinn:
Burqan is name of the King of the Djinn who is associated with Mercury. His name appears to mean “Two Thunders.”
Abbu Al-A’aja’eb is the informal name given to this King of the Djinn. This name seems to mean something along the lines of “Father of the Nomads.”
Demons:
Mercury is associated with the 12 Presidents of the Goetic demons. I will describe these Presidents below, making sure to point out those which hold other seats in addition to their presidency.
Marbas is the 5th demon desribed in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Taurus. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a powerful and majestic anthropomorphic lion. He can uncover hidden things, and make us wise. He can also teach us handicrafts and mechanical skills. He causes and cures a variety of diseases, and has been known to magically chang
My series on astrological magic is now complete. There are thirteen posts total, each of them thoroughly discussing different concepts which are important to the effective practice of these arts. They don’t proceed in exactly the order you’ll need the information in, and I apologize for that, but I also don’t think it will be a problem. You should really make sure to carefully read the information in each of these posts before attempting to carry out this kind of work, in order to be sure that you’ve covered your bases and taken the appropriate precautions. Below is a list of all the posts in the series. I hope they are helpful to you. You’re welcome to ask us if you have any questions at all.
Master List of things Ruled by the Planets, Signs, and Fixed Stars
Lunar Nodes, Planetary Days and Hours, Names and Spirits of Times and Bodies
A Very Effective Method of Drawing a Circle
Consecration, Prayers, and Ritual Theory
Conclusion (Aspects, Other Loose Ends, and a Step-By-Step Walkthrough)
Thank you very much for reading. If you found this series interesting, please consider checking out Benefica’s series on the court cards in Tarot, and if you’re interested, check back soon for our upcoming series on the creation and use of talismans (which will be a collaboration between Benefica and myself).
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This will be the ninth post in our series on astrological magic. Now I’m going to expand on the planets, signs, and fixed stars, and give you some information about the particular perfumes, plants, and materials which are influenced by specific celestial bodies. This will be a fairly extensive post, detailing many things which are under the influence of the various celestial powers, or which otherwise correspond to them. I will start with the planets, going in Chaldean order, which means I’ll be starting with Saturn. This post intends to be very useful, but in order to successfully draw power from the heavenly bodies and have their energy directed effectively to carry out your will, you should not use this post as the only reference for your methods. Be safe, and feel free to ask us if you have any questions.
Saturn is sometimes called the Greater Infortune. It is usually associated with the more weighty matters in life, including responsibility and morbidity. Most of the things associated with Saturn are fairly intuitive, since like Saturn, they are often associated with morbidity, death, and the grotesque.
For information about the ideal placement of Saturn in astrological magic, look at this post.
Below is an extensive and organized list of things which are under Saturn’s influence.
Name of the Intelligence of Saturn:
Agiel
Name of the Spirit of Saturn:
Zazel
Familiar Form of the Spirit of Saturn:
An angry-looking tall, slender man with four faces on his head (so that there is one each on the front, back, left, and right side of his head). Each of his knees has an additional face, as well.
Common Visible Forms of the Spirit of Saturn:
A bearded King on the back of a dragon
A bearded old man
An old woman leaning on a walking staff
A hog or boar
A dragon
An owl
A black robe
A sickle
A juniper tree
Elements:
Earth and Water
Humor:
Melancholy
Numbers:
3 and 9
Flavors:
Sour or tart
Bitterness
Elemental Quality:
Cold-Dry
Day of the Week:
Saturday
Language:
Hebrew
Religion:
Judaism
Clothing:
Simple black clothing, especially black robes
Occupations:
Mining
Construction
Architecture
Places:
Rivers with dark waters
Dark mountains
Deep wells
The edges of deserts or desolate lands
Anatomy:
The right ear
The spleen
Incense:
Saturn’s incense is made of opium poppy seeds, stinking nightshade, mandrake root, lodestone, and myrrh. Mix them with bat’s blood, or with a cat’s brain. Alternately, Saturn’s incense can be made from pepperwort or frankincense.
Zodiac Rulership:
Saturn rules over the signs of Capricorn and Aquarius, and is exalted in Libra. Its detriments are Cancer and Leo, and it it in its fall while in Aries.
Drugs:
All of the opiates (drugs like morphine, heroin, codeine, and many others)
All of the hypnotics (also known as soporifics)
Saturn is associated with many noteworthy spirits. I’ll identify some of them below, organizing them by the types of spirits in question.
Angels:
Cassiel is the angel who is most strongly associated with Saturn. This association is definitely appropriate, since Cassiel is the angel of tears and solitude.
The archangel Tzaphquiel rules over Saturday (which is Saturn’s day), and is also considered one of the highest ranking angels in Heaven. His name means “God’s Knowledge.”
A King of the Djinn:
Maymon is the proper name of the King of the Djinn associated with Saturn, and it seems to mean “Prosperous.”
Abba Nuch is his informal name, and it appears to roughly mean “Father of Rest.”
Demons:
Furcas, the 50th demon in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 2nd Decan of Leo is the only Goetic demon associated with Saturn. He looks like an evil old man with a long beard and a pale gray head riding on a pale horse, and armed with a very sharp weapon of some sort. Of the demons in the Goetia, Furcas is the only Knight in all of their ranks. He commands 20 legions of infernal spirits. He can teach applied philosophy, astrology, rhetoric, palmistry, and pyromancy.
And finally, we can go over the things in nature which are under the influence of Saturn.
Plants:
White Daffodils
Dragonwort (probably Dracunculus Vulgaris)
Rue (Ruta Graveolens)
Cumin
Black False Hellebore
Styrax Benzoin
Mandrake
Opium Poppies (and Opium itself)
Black Fig Trees
Pines
Cypress Trees and Shrubs
Hemlock
Yew
Aloe
Creatures:
Moles
Donkeys
Mules
Wolves
Rabbits
Goats
Cats
Camels
Bears
Hogs
Apes
Dragons
Mice
Rats
Cranes
Herons
Ostriches
Peacocks
Screech Owls
Horned Owls
Bats
Lapwings
Crows
Quails
Basilisks
Toads
Serpents
Insects
Scorpions
Ants
Maggots and Grubs
Bugs found in Corpses
Termites
Tortoises
Oysters
Cockles
Sea Sponges
Eels
Lampreys
Materials:
Iron
Gold
Diamond
Onyx
Cameo
Iron Ore
Periclase
Yellow Marcasite
Hematite
Rubies
Jupiter is often called the Greater Fortune. It is a planet associated primarily with financial and career success, as well as high social status and favorable treatment from the divine. It rules over vitality, or the life energy of a person, as well as abundance in the form of food, luxuries, and necessities.
For guidelines about the ideal placement of Jupiter in astrological magic, look here.
Below is an extensive and organized list of things which are under the influence of Jupiter.
Name of the Intelligence of Jupiter:
Yophiel
Name of the Spirit of Jupiter:
Chismael
Familiar Form of the Spirit of Jupiter:
It usually manifests as man of medium stature with a healthy and energetic glow, but who moves nervously, seems moderately timid, and speaks very gently.
Common Visible Forms of the Spirit of Jupiter:
A King riding on the back of a stag with his sword in hand
A man wearing a bishop’s hat and long robe
A maid wearing a crown of laurels with flowers on it
A bull
A stag
A peacock
A brilliant blue robe
A sword
A boxwood tree
Element:
Air
Humor:
Blood
Numbers:
4 and 16
Flavors:
Sweet
Elemental Quality:
Warm-Moist
Day of the Week:
Thursday
Language:
Part of the Latin language (which is co-ruled by Mars)
Part of the Greek language (which is co-ruled by three planets, the other two of which are the Sun and Mercury)
Religion:
Zoroastrianism
Any religions which have strong universalistic undertones
Clothing:
Expensive and finely made clothing, especially if it is bright white
Occupations:
Lawyers
Business owners
Debt collectors
Places:
Meeting places of noble or privileged people
Schools (particularly if they are pretty and well-maintained)
High-quality gymnasiums (especially if they’re aesthetically pleasing)
Any aesthetically appealing place which is always kept clean and pleasant
Anatomy:
The left ear
The liver
Incense:
Jupiter’s incense can be made from ash seeds, agar, styrax balsam, benzoin resin, lapis lazuli, the tops of peacock feathers, and a stork or swallow’s blood, or a male deer’s brain. Alternately, you can use nutmeg or clove.
Zodiac Rulership:
Jupiter rules over the signs of Sagittarius and Pisces, and is exalted in Cancer. Its detriments are Gemini and Virgo, and it falls when it is in Capricorn.
Drugs:
Cocaine
Jupiter is associated with many spirits of different types. I will list some of them below, subcategorizing them based on what type of spirits they are.
Angels:
Sachiel is the angel who watches over Jupiter. He is a Cherub, and his name means “Cover of God” or something to that effect.
Tzadquiel is the archangel who rules over Thursday, which means he is definitely associated with Jupiter.
A King of the Djinn:
Shem Huresh is this King’s name. It seems to mean “the name of Huresh.”
Abbu Al-Waleed is this King’s informal name, and it means something like “The Newborn’s Father.”
Demons:
All 6 of the demon Princes in the Goetia are associated with Jupiter, so I will list them below, only specifying their rank if you shouldn’t assume that the demon in question is simply a Prince.
Vassago is the 3rd demon in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 3rd Decan of Aries. He commands 26 legions of infernal spirits, and looks like a well-to-do young man. He can accurately tell you about the past and future, and he can uncover lost or hidden things.
Sitri is the Day Demon of the 3rd Decan of Cancer, and the 12th demon described in the Goetia. He commands 60 legions of infernal spirits. When he first manifests, he has the face of a leopard and the wings of a gryphon, but then he assumes the form of a very beautiful young man. This demon ignites men and women in love, and can make women go naked.
Ipos is a Prince just like the two aforementioned demons, but he is also an Earl. He is the 22nd demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 1st Decan of Scorpio. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like an angel with the head of a lion, the feet of a goose, and the tail of a rabbit. Ipos knows of all things past and future, and he can make people verbally witty and embolden them in a social context.
Gaap is a Prince, but he is also a President. He is the 33rd demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 3rd Decan of Aquarius. He commands 66 legions of infernal spirits, and he sometimes appears as a man leading four powerful Kings, while at other times he might take the form of a doctor. Gaap can give people an extensive knowledge of philosophy, social sciences, and the liberal arts. He can easily manipulate the human emotions of love and hate, and he likes to steal familiars from occultists. He can accurately tell you about anything past, present, or future, and he has been known to mischievously transport people from one country to another while they are intoxicated or otherwise unaware.
Stolus is the 36th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 3rd Decan of Pisces. He commands 26 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like a raven at first, but then takes the form of a man. He can teach us about astrology, and the magical properties of the herbs and stones.
Orobas is the 55th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 1st Decan of Libra. He commands 26 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like a horse at first, but soon takes the form of a man. He can reveal things past, present, and future, and he can also help a person become honored. He is especially fond of helping people become well-respected and high-ranking clergy members. He can generate good will between friends or enemies, and he will give honest answers to questions about the nature of divinity. He is generally very pleasant to work with.
Now we can proceed to a list of things in nature which are under Jupiter’s influence.
Plants:
Sengreen (Sempervivum Tectorum)
Basil
Viper’s Bugloss (Echium Vulgare)
Mint of any kind
Nutmeg Husk
French Lavender
Mastic Tree
Horseheal
Violets
Darnel (Lolium Temulentum)
Black Henbane
Poplar Trees
Oaks
Chestnut Oaks
Holly Trees
Holm Oaks
Beech Trees
Hazel Trees
Service Trees
White Fig Trees
Pear Trees
Apple Trees
Plum Trees
Ash Trees
Dogwood Trees
Olive Trees (and Olive Oil)
Corn
Barley
Wheat
Raisins
Licorice
Sugar and Sugar Cane
Nuts
Almonds
Pineapples
Rhubarb
Manna Ash Resin
Storax
Creatures:
Hens
Chicken Egg-Yolks
Partridges
Pheasants
Swallows
Pelicans
Cuckoos
Storks
Eagles
Dolphins
Anthiinae
Wels Catfish
Materials:
Lead
Gold
White Precious Stones
Golden Precious Stones
Tin
Silver
Sapphire
Beryl
Emerald
Green Jasper
Quartz
Carnelian
Mars is sometimes called the Lesser Infortune. It is commonly associated with war, sexual aggression, anger, general conflict, and physical energy. Mars also presides over surgery, animal taming, bloodletting, and circumcision.
For guidelines about the ideal placement of Mars in astrological magic, check out this post.
Below is an extensive and organized list of things which are under the influence of Mars.
Name of the Intelligence of Mars:
Graphiel
Name of the Spirit of Mars:
Bartzabel
Familiar Form of the Spirit of Mars:
He will appear in a tall, mostly-humanoid body, but with bright red skin (resembling many depictions of the devil in pop culture), the horns of a deer, and the claws of a gryphon. He will carry himself with compelling confidence, but a revoltingly aggressive disposition. He might also make loud, angry noises which sound like the bellow of an angry bull.
Common Visible Forms of the Spirit of Mars:
An armed king riding on a wolf
An armed man
A woman holding a wooden shield on her thigh
A male goat
A horse
A stag
A red robe
A pile of wool
A hog-louse
Element:
Fire
Humor:
Choler
Numbers:
5 and 25
Flavors:
Spicy
Bitter
Elemental Quality:
Hot-Dry
Day of the Week:
Tuesday
Language:
Part of the Latin language (which is co-ruled by Jupiter)
Persian
Religion:
The faith of those who constantly change their religious beliefs
Clothing:
Military uniforms, especially armor, weapons, and combat gear
Occupations:
Soldiers
Surgeons
Animal trainers
Lawyers
Places:
Slaughterhouses
Furnaces
Armories
Pawn shops
Anatomy:
The right nostril
The gall bladder
Incense:
Mars’s incense can be made by mixing euphorbia resin, doom palm resin, ammoniacum, black and common hellebore, lodestone, sulfur, and human blood, cat blood, and a male deer’s blood. Alternately, you can use sandalwood, cypress, balsamic resin, or agar.
Zodiac Rulership:
Mars rules over the signs of Aries and Scorpio, and it is exalted in Capricorn. Its detriments are Taurus and Libra, and it falls when it is in Cancer.
Drugs:
Absinthe (note: If you’re purchasing absinthe anywhere in the United States, take extra care in choosing it, because there are some U.S. brands of green liquor which are deceptively labeled “absinthe” despite having absolutely no wormwood in them.)
Wormwood
Fly Amanita
PCP
Mars is associated with a variety of noteworthy spirits, some of which I will list below, organizing them based on what kind of spirits they are.
Angels:
Samael is the angel who is most closely affiliated with Mars. According to many legends, Samael is the angel who was cast out of Heaven and given the title of “Satan.” There are many legends and mythological stories about the fall of Samael, including stories about his romantic involvement with Adam’s first wife Lilith (God removed her from Eden, and cursed her, turning her into the demon of dead babies), whom he impregnated. According to some versions of the story, this human-angel hybrid baby was the first member of the race known as the Nephilim (a word which is often translated to “giants” in English versions of Biblical texts), and when many other angels fell from their heavenly places to take human wives, many more of these Nephilim were born. God considered these children to be abominations, and some texts cite this as the reason why He caused the Great Deluge (the flood in the story of Noah’s Ark in Genesis).
Khaniael is the archangel who rules over Tuesday, and because of this, he is also closely associated with Mars.
A King of the Djinn:
Al-Ahmar is the King of the Djinn who is associated with Mars. His name seems to roughly mean “the One who is Red.”
Abbu Mohrez is this King’s informal name. It seems to roughly translate to “the Father of the Achiever,” or something along similar rhetorical lines.
Demons:
Mars is associated with the 7 infernal Earls in the Goetic hierarchy. I will discuss these below, only specifying their ranks in cases where the demon in question is not simply an Earl.
Marax is the 21st demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 3rd Decan of Libra. In addition to an Earl, he is also a President among the demons. He commands 30 legions of infernal spirits (which are separated into 3 divisions of 10 legions), and he looks like a bull with a human face. He can effectively teach you all about astrology and the liberal arts, as well as the magical properties of every kind of herb and stone. He can also provide the occultist with a wise and reliable familiar.
Ipos is an Earl, but he is also a Prince. He is the 22nd demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 1st Decan of Scorpio. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like an angel with the head of a lion, the feet of a goose, and the tail of a rabbit. Ipos knows of all things past and future, and he can make people verbally witty and embolden them in social situations.
Furfur is the 34th demon described in the Goetia, and also the Day Demon of the 1st Decan of Pisces. He commands 26 legions of infernal spirits, and he usually looks like a deer with a tail of fire. He will never tell the truth unless you have him within a Goetic triangle (which I will discuss whenever I get around to discussing demonology and its related arts), in which case he will look like a beautiful angel rather than a deer. If you use a Goetic triangle to compel him, he will honestly answer any questions you ask him about secrets and the divine.
Malthas is the 38th demon described in the Goetia, and he is also the Night Demon of the 2nd Decan of Aries. He commands 26 legions of infernal spirits, looks like a stork dove, and speaks in a hoarse voice. He can build very well fortified watchtowers and defensive structures, and is a very skilled military strategist who can help someone command and coordinate the forces of a military.
Raum is the 40th demon described in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 1st Decan of Taurus. He commands 30 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like a crow at first, but takes the form of a man soon after. Raum’s pastimes are particularly interesting. He steals treasures from kings, destroys cities, and shatters the honor of the men who rule over the aforesaid cities. He can accurately tell you about any events past, present, of future, and he creates love between friends and enemies.
Vinea is the 45th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 3rd Decan of Gemini. In addition to his position as an Earl, he is also an infernal King. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like a man with a lion’s head riding on a black horse, and carrying a venomous snake in one hand. Vinea can discover any manner of hidden thing, and has a reputation for revealing witches (which usually results in their downfall). He can help to build towers, but is especially helpful in offensive military operations, especially when your soldiers are trying to overtake some kind of wall or other barrier. He can also give you accurate information about any events past, present, or future.
Bifrons is the 46th demon described in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 1st Decan of Cancer. He commands up to 60 legions of infernal spirits, and he first appears in the form of a monster, but he assumes the form of a man soon after. Bifrons can give you a complete familiarity with astrology, as well as all the other sciences of the Quadrivium. He can also teach you about the magical properties of the different types of wood and stone. Sometimes, he changes the bodies of the dead, or perhaps takes them to a different place, and then he lights magical candles on their graves.
Murmur is the 54th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 3rd Decan of Virgo. In addition to his position as an Earl, he is also an infernal Duke. He commands 30 legions of infernal spirits, and he appears in the form of a soldier in a duke’s crown riding on the back of a gryphon, with a host of trumpeters preceding him. Murmur can give you an extensive knowledge of rhetoric and philosophy. He can also compel spirits of the dead to come forth and appear before the occultist, allowing us to ask them whatever questions we like. Some of my books also say that Murmur was originally a member of the Order of Thrones before he took his current place.
Andromalius is the 72nd and final demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 3rd Decan of Pisces. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and he manifests in the form of a man holding a serpent. Andromalius has the power to compel thieves to come return with the spoils of their plunder in hand. He can also discover hidden treasures, underhanded dealings, and covertly wicked intentions. Punishing thieves and wicked people is the main activity he participates in when he is not working to carry out a specific task.
Now that we’ve discussed some of the more complex things which Mars rules over, we can continue on to our more straightforward listing of things in nature which are under the influence of Mars.
Plants:
Hellebores
Garlic
Euphorbia Resin
Ammoniacum
Radish
Laurels
Wolfsbane
Scammony
Thistles
Nettles
Buttercups
Onions
Scallions
Leeks
Mustard Seeds
Dogwoods
Peppers (especially those which are extremely hot)
Creatures:
Horses
Mules
Goats
Wolves
Leopards
Wild Donkeys
Snakes
Dragons
Flies
Gnats
Baboons
Eagles
Vultures
Hawks
Falcons
Horned Owls
Screech Owls
Kestrels
Kites
Crows
Daws
Magpies
Pike Fish
Barbel Fish
Orca Whales
Sturgeons
Materials:
Copper
Red Brass
Diamonds
Lodestones
Agate
Opals
Heliotropes
Carnelian
Glass
Premonada
The Sun is the brightest luminary in the heavens. It represents rulership, nobility, power, and light. It rules the wealthy, and those with high social status. In addition (and contrast) to its associations with power and privilege, the Sun represents generosity, forgiveness, mercy, and salvation.
There are some tips about the ideal placement of the Sun in astrological magic here.
Below is an extensive and organized list of things which are under the influence of the Sun.
Name of the Intelligence of the Sun:
Nakhiel
Name of the Spirit of the Sun:
Sorath
Familiar Form of the Spirit of the Sun:
A large, full-bodied man who radiates a kind of intense power and warmth which can accurately be described as “cardiovascular.” He will probably be accompanied by a golden or yellow light, and his arrival usually causes the person who called upon him to sweat.
Common Visible Forms of the Spirit of the Sun:
A king riding on a lion’s back with a scepter in his hand.
A king wearing his crown
A queen holding her scepter
A bird
A lion
A rooster
A yellow or golden robe
A scepter
Caudatus (the kinds of young leaves or grains used to make cereal)
Name of the Sun in Spring:
Abraym
Name of the Sun in Summer:
Athemay
Name of the Sun in Autumn:
Abragini
Name of the Sun in Winter:
Commutaff
Element:
Fire
Humor:
Pure blood
Numbers:
6 and 36
Flavors:
Savory
Sweet
Elemental Quality:
Hot-Dry
Day of the Week:
Sunday
Language:
French
Part of the Greek Language (rulership of which is also shared with Jupiter and Mercury)
Religion:
The religion of the ancient Sabians (who many people say worshiped the celestial bodies)
Christianity
Clothing:
Noble and fine clothing, especially when it’s golden or yellow in color, and made of very fine fabric, such as silk
Occupations:
The Pope, and Christian clergy in general
Chief executive officers of large corporations
The President of the United States
Community organizers (because Jesus Christ was a major community organizer and activist)
Carpenters (because Jesus Christ was a carpenter)
Places:
Places which are naturally serene and well-lit
The palaces of kings (a category which figuratively includes places such as the White House in the United States)
The offices of less-powerful politicians such as legislators
Pulpits
Theaters
Any man-made structure which can be described as magnificent
Anatomy:
The eyes
The heart
Incense:
To make the Sun’s incense, you should mix saffron, ambergris, musk, agar, balsamic resin, laurel berries, cloves, myrrh, frankincense, and the brain of an eagle or the blood of a white rooster with a mortar and pestle. Alternately, you can use mastic, gum benzoin, or gum laudanum.
Zodiac Rulership:
The Sun rules over the sign of Leo, and its exaltation is Aries. It’s detriment is Aquarius, and it falls when it is in Libra.
Drugs:
Beer
White wine
The Sun is associated with numerous spirits of various types which might be useful to understand or be aware of in certain situations. I will list some of them them below, organized according to the respective type of each spirit.
Angels:
The Archangel Michael is the angel who is by far the most strongly associated with the Sun. He is the highest-ranked and most powerful angel, effectively serving as Heaven’s second-in-command. He was also directly involved in the events of many important Biblical stories. In the Old Testament, Michael is mentioned on numerous occasions. Perhaps the most important of these in in Daniel 10, where Daniel learns that Michael is the protector of Israel. In Christian scripture, he is identified as the archangel who will lead God’s army into the final battle against the forces of Hell. His name seems to mean something along the lines of “He Who is Like God.”
The Archangel Raphael rules over Sunday, and is associated with the Sun as a result of this. Although Michael is definitely the most powerful archangel, it is very important to note that Raphael is one of the only two other angels who even come close to Michael in their importance and capabilities (Gabriel being the other one of these angels). His name seems to mean something along the lines of “God is the Source of Healing.”
A King of the Djinn:
Al-Mazhab is name of the King of the Djinn who is associated with the Sun. His name roughly means “Golden One.”
Abba Deebaj is this King’s informal name. This name means something like “The Silk Brocade’s Father.”
Demons:
The Sun is associated with 12 of the demons described in the Goetia (and I consider Astaroth a King as well, making a total of 13). These demons are the Infernal Kings, and when I describe them below, I will be sure to point out when any of these Kings has another rank in addition to their kingship.
Bael is the 1st demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 1st Decan of Aries. He commands 66 legions of infernal spirits, and he either appears as a beast with three heads, one of a toad, one of a man, and one of a cat, or as those three animals as separate bodies, but all going forth together. Bael can grant you invisibility.
Paimon is the 9th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 3rd Decan of Gemini. He commands 200 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like a crowned man riding on a dromedary camel, with a host of musicians going ahead of him. When he first speaks, he is usually difficult to understand. He can give you a complete understanding of all of the arts and sciences, as well as secret divine or occult knowledge. He can also present you with honors, blessing you with a good reputation in society. He can provide familiars of a good quality. Last, but definitely not least, Paimon can easily magically bind other people so that they will have to do your bidding.
Beleth is the 13th demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 1st Decan of Leo. He commands 85 legions of infernal spirits, and he arrives on a pale horse, attended by brass players and other musicians. He is usually fairly hostile when he first arrives. If you manage to calm his irritation, though, he can create love between a man and woman. Some of my sources say he was originally an angel in the Order of Powers, and that he hopes to ascend back to his throne before the end of days.
Purson is the 20th demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Libra. He commands 22 legions of infernal spirits, and he appears in the form of a man with the face of a lion, holding a venomous snake in one hand, while approaching on the back of a bear whose path is preceded by a host of ministering trumpeters. Purson can accurately tell you about any events in the past, present, or future, in addition to being able to discover any manner of hidden things. He is also able to provide the occultist with a good familiar spirit.
Astaroth is the 29th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Capricorn. The Goetia doesn’t specify that he is a King, designating only his position as Duke, but I thought it necessary to classify him as such, considering that in sources besides the Goetia, he is fairly uniformly referred to as a King. He commands 40 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a beautiful angel with terrible and dangerous breath riding on the back of an infernal dragon, and carrying a viper. He can give you a thorough understanding of all the liberal arts, and will always answer your questions truthfully. He is also able to give you accurate understanding of all the events of the past, present, and future, and of all secrets. In particular, Astaroth will tell you the stories of how the various angels fell.
Asmodai is the 32nd demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Aquarius. Asmodai is one of the highest-ranked demons (sometimes referred to as a chief lord of Hell), though he only directly commands 72 legions of infernal spirits. When he appears, he looks like a man with three heads (one of a bull, one of a man, and one of a ram). He has the tail of a serpent and the feet of a goose, and he rides in on a dragon, carrying a flag and lance. He is capable of giving us a complete understanding of the magical uses of all the different herbs and stones. He can also give us a complete knowledge of arithmetic, geometry, and astrology. He is good at finding treasures which have been lost or hidden, and he can make us invisible, or help us to be verbally witty and eloquent. He is also capable of giving us a longer life-span.
Vinea is the 45th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 3rd Decan of Gemini. In addition to his position as a mighty King, he is also an Earl. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like a man with a lion’s head riding on a black horse, and carrying a venomous snake in one hand. Vinea can discover any manner of hidden thing, and has a reputation for uncovering witches (which usually results in their downfall). He can help to build defensive towers, but is particularly helpful in offensive military operations, especially when your soldiers are trying to overtake a wall or some other kind of barrier. He can also give you accurate information about any events past, present, or future.
Balam is the 51st demon to be described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 3rd Decan of Leo. He commands 40 legions of infernal spirits. When he manifests, he looks like a man with three heads (one of a bull, one of a man, and one of a ram) and the tail of a serpent. His eyes will be flaming, and he will ride forth on a bear, bringing a goshawk (Accipiter gentilis) with him. He has a hoarse voice, and will truthfully tell you about anything past, present, or future. He can also make us invisible and increase our wit.
Zagan is the 61st demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 1st Decan of Capricorn. In addition to his position as a mighty King, he also holds the title of President. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and he initially looks like a bull with the wings of a gryphon, but then assumes the form of a man. Zagan is capable of making us more witty and clever, turning wine into water, and water back into wine. He can easily change any metal into the currency of whichever nation he is working in. He also turns fools wise.
Belial is the 68th demon to be described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 2nd Decan of Aquarius. He is easily one of the most powerful demons in Hell, and he also commands 80 legions of infernal spirits. As he approaches, you will notice that his appearance is that of a beautiful angel, and he will ride in on a chariot of fire. Belial is a particularly powerful spirit, and he regularly interferes with the people of much of the world by using some of his powers to magically appoint a lot of extremely underqualified or overall unfavorable people to legislative positions in as many governments as possible. He finds this amusing, and wants to cause as much human pain and frustration as he possibly can by doing this sort of thing. When dealing with Belial, it’s important to know that he can help us in several ways. In addition to his ability to appoint whoever he chooses to a legislative office, we should remember that he can also cause favor between friends and enemies, and that he can provide us with extremely high quality familiar spirits. However, unlike most other spirits (demonic or otherwise), Belial will not help us if we don’t make a good offering to him.
Now, we can proceed to a list of things the Sunrules over in nature.
Plants:
Marigolds
Lotus Trees
Peonies
Celandine
Balm
Ginger
Great Felwort
Stonemint
Vervain
Bay Trees
Cedars
Palms
Ash Trees
Ivy
Mint
Mastic
White Turmeric
Saffron
Balsam
Amber
Yellow Honey
Agar
Clove
Cinnamon
Pepper
Frankincense
Marjoram
Rosemary
Creatures:
Lions
Crocodiles
Lynxes
Rams
Boars
Oxen
Phoenixes
Eagles
Vultures
Swans
Roosters
Crows
Hawks
Glow Worms
Scarabs
Seals
Shellfish
Jellyfish
Starfish
Mollusks with spiral shells
Oysters
Materials:
Gold
Egyptian Glass
Cupric Oxide
Diamonds
Red Pearls
Hematite
Rubies
Gold Marcasite
Heliotropes
Blue Sapphires
Topaz
Chrysoprase
Venus is a planet which is most readily associated with ideas of love, friendship, and positive emotions between people. It is often known as the Lesser Fortune. Venus rules over beautiful singing, and all manner of pleasant sounds. It also represents an emotionally intimate kind of sexuality and pleasure.
Check out this post for advice about the placement of Venus in astrological magic.
Below is an extensive and organized list of things which are under the influence of Venus.
Name of the Intelligence of Venus:
Hagiel
Name of the Spirit of Venus:
Qedemel
Familiar Form of the Spirit of Venus:
It will usually manifest in the form of a fair-bodied woman of about average height, with a pleasant disposition, dressed in white or green, with some golden accents near the topmost parts of the outfit. If Venus is in one of her greater dignities, the forms of two young maids might accompany her (these servant forms are not actually separate entities from spirit of Venus), and the three might interact with each other playfully with the intent of drawing a lustful gaze or two.
Common Visible Forms of the Spirit of Venus:
A King riding on a camel with a scepter in his hand
A young woman dressed in very beautiful clothing
A naked young woman
A female goat
A camel
A dove
A green or white garment or outfit
A bouquet of flowers
Juniper savin
Elements:
Air and Water
Humors:
Phlegm and Blood
Numbers:
7 and 49
Flavors:
Sweetness
Decadent flavors
Delicate tastes
Elemental Quality:
Warm-Moist
Day of the Week:
Friday
Language:
Arabic
Religion:
Islam
Clothing:
Garments decorated with bright colors and geometric shapes
Traditional Arabic apparel, especially when all white in color (in a desert, white clothing will be more comfortable to wear, because it does not absorb as much heat as other colors)
Extravagant accessories and jewelry
Clothing which was designed with a lot of unnecessary ornamentation
For a man, managing to tastefully dress in women’s clothing and make-up
For a woman, dressing in her most attractive clothing (according to her own opinion, of course) which is also unnecessarily extravagant
Occupations:
Visual artists
Musicians
Bakers
Classical singers
Dancers
Places:
Cheerful places
Bars
Beaches
Music and performance art venues
Green meadows in the spring
Fountains
Anatomy:
The right nostril
The stomach
The genitalia
Incense:
The incense of Venus can be made by mixing musk, ambergris, agar, red roses, red coral, sparrow’s brain, and pigeon’s blood. Alternately, you can use violets or saffron.
Zodiac Rulership:
Venus rules over the signs of Taurus and Libra, and is exalted in Pisces. Its detriments are Aries and Scorpio, and it falls when it is in Virgo.
Drugs:
Every variety of aphrodisiac
Cannabis Sativa
MDMA
Venus is associated with a number of spirits of different types. Below, I will describe some of these spirits, organizing them based on what kind of spirit they are.
Angels:
Anael is the angel who is most strongly associated with Venus. It is possible that his name means roughly “the Pleasure of God.”
Haniel is the archangel who rules over Friday, and that means this spirit is associated with Venus as well. Some of my books suggest that Anael and Haniel are just alternate spellings of the same name.
A King of the Djinn:
Zawba'ah is the name of this King of the Djinn, who is associated with Venus. His name appears to mean something along the lines of “Storm.”
Abba Al-Hassan is the informal name of the same King who was just introduced. It appears to mean something like “the Father of the Handsome.”
Demons:
Venus is the planet which is associated with the 20 Goetic Dukes. I will list these Dukes below, and if any of them has another noble title in addition to their dukedom, I will make sure to point that out.
Agares is the 2nd demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Aries. He commands 31 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like an old man carrying a goshawk on his fist while riding a crocodile. He is capable of making people who always stand still run, while causing people who have fled to return. He can teach you any language you wish, and he takes pleasure in shattering personal dignities and causing earthquakes.
Valefar is the 6th demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 3rd Decan of Taurus. He commands 10 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like a lion with the head of a human thief. He is generally a good familiar, but he will try to tempt the occultist to steal, with the occultist’s death as a result of their their crimes as his goal in this act.
Barbatos is the 8th demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Gemini. He commands 300 legions of infernal spirits, and he appears in the company of four kings and their armies when the Sun is in Sagittarius. He can teach you how to verbally communicate with a variety of creatures, unlock hidden treasures that have been magically sealed, accurately describe any event past, present, or future, and reconcile friends with people in positions of power.
Gusoin is the 11th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Cancer. He commands 40 legions of infernal spirits, and he appears in the form of Xenophilus (a famous Pythagorean scholar). He is able to accurately tell you of the past, present, and future, answer every question you can ask him, reconcile friends, and give people honor and recognition by their peers and society.
Eligos is the 15th demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 3rd Decan of Leo. He commands 60 legions of infernal spirits, and he looks like a knight carrying a lance, his ensign, and a serpent. He knows the future, and in particular, he is very accurate in predicting the outcome of battles. He can discover hidden things, and he brings forth love from lords and other powerful people.
Zepar is the 16th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 1st Decan of Virgo. He commands 26 legions of infernal spirits, and he takes the form of an armed soldier dressed in red. He is able to make women love men, and to cause infertility in women.
Bathin is the 18th demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 3rd Decan of Virgo. He commands 30 legions of infernal spirits, and looks like a muscular man with the tail of a serpent sitting on his pale horse. He can teach you about the properties of the herbs and precious stones, and he has been known to suddenly transport people very long distances.
Sallos is the 19th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 1st Decan of Libra. He commands 30 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a soldier wearing a Duke’s crown and riding on the back of a crocodile. He is able to make men and women love each other.
Aim is the 23rd demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Scorpio. He commands 26 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a three-headed man (with the head of a serpent, the head of a man with two stars on its forehead, and the head of a cat) riding on a fiery viper. He has been known to set great cities, castles, palaces, and other monumental places on fire. He can make people witty and clever, and he will truthfully answer any questions regarding a personal or private concern.
Bime is the 26th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Sagittarius. He commands 30 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a dragon with three heads (the head of a dog, of a gryphon, and of a man) who speaks in a high-pitched voice. He has been known to move the remains of the deceased around, and to assemble his spirits on top of graves and sepulchers. He can provide people with material wealth, wisdom, and the ability to speak eloquently. He will also answer your questions truthfully.
Berith is the 28th demon described in the Goetia, and the Day Demon of the 1st Decan of Capricorn. He commands 26 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a soldier wearing red clothing and a golden crown, and riding on a red horse. He can accurately reveal the past, present, or future. He is able to bring honor and recognition to a person, and to transmute any kind of metal to gold. He is known to lie often, and should never be considered trustworthy.
Astaroth is the 29th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Capricorn. In addition to his Dukedom, it seems necessary to think of him as a King, as well (the Goetia itself does not call him such, but other sources of information about him seem to fairly uniformly acknowledge him as a King). He commands 40 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a beautiful angel with terrible and dangerous breath riding on the back of an infernal dragon, and carrying a viper. He can give you a thorough understanding of all the liberal arts, and will always answer your questions truthfully. He is also able to give you accurate understanding of all the events of the past, present, and future, and of all secrets. In particular, Astaroth will tell you the stories of how the various angels fell.
Forcalor is the 41st demon described in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 2nd Decan of Taurus. He commands 30 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a man with the wings of a gryphon. He is known to take pleasure in killing people, especially by drowning. He loves to capsize war ships, and has considerable power over the oceans and their winds.
Vepar is the 42nd demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 3rd Decan of Taurus. He commands 29 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a mermaid. He governs the seas in general, he specifically guides ships which transport weapons and munitions. He is responsible for most ocean storms and other unfavorable conditions for maritime travel. In addition, Vepar is known to enjoy killing people by giving them severe infestations of parasitic worms.
Vuall is the 47th demon described in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 2nd Decan of Cancer. He commands 37 legions of infernal spirits, and he initially appears in the form of a dromedary, but then takes the form of a man who is unconvincingly trying to seem as if he’s from Egypt. He is able to accurately tell you about things in the past, present, and future. He can make enemies into friends, and very effectively cause women to especially love someone.
Crocell is the 49th demon described in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 1st Decan of Leo. He commands 48 legions of infernal spirits, and he appears in the form of an angel. He tends to speak occultly about cryptic or hidden things, though he is also a very good teacher of geometry and the liberal arts. He makes the sounds of flowing water, and can give warmth to baths and other waters.
Alloces is the 52nd demon described in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 1st Decan of Virgo. He commands 30 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a soldier wearing a Duke’s crown, riding on the back of a gryphon, and preceded by a host of trumpeters. He can give you an extensive understanding of philosophy and rhetoric, and he can bring souls of the dead before the occultist, where we can ask them whatever questions we see fit.
Murmur is the 54th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 3rd Decan of Virgo. In addition to his position as a Duke, he is also an infernal Earl. He commands 30 legions of infernal spirits, and he appears in the form of a soldier in a Duke’s crown riding on the back of a gryphon, with a host of trumpeters preceding him. Murmur can give you an extensive knowledge of rhetoric and philosophy. He can also compel spirits of the dead to come forth and appear before the occultist, allowing us to ask them whatever questions we like. Some of my books also say that Murmur was originally a member of the Order of Thrones before he took his current place.
Gemory is the 56th demon described in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 2nd Decan of Libra. She commands 26 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a beautiful woman riding a camel, and wearing the crown of a Duchess around her waist. She is able to reveal all things past, present, and future, and to discover hidden treasures. She can also procure the love of women.
Napula is the 60th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 3rd Decan of Scorpio. In addition to his position as a Duke, he is also a President among the demons. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a lion with gryphon’s wings. He can teach you the skills and crafts of a handyman, and provide extremely specialized knowledge on many professions. He is a good teacher of philosophy in particular.
Haures is the 64th demon described in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 1st Decan of Capricorn. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and he initially appears in the form of a leopard, then taking the form of a man with fire in his eyes and an extremely unpleasant face. He should not be trusted if he is not within a Goetic triangle, since he has been known to lie. When he is within the Goetic triangle, he can reveal all things past, present, and future. He can also provide the occultist with a thorough understanding of divinity, with the added bonus of telling us the stories about the falls of the spirits. He takes pleasure in destroying his enemies, and especially in burning them.
Amducias is the 67th demon described in the Goetia, as well as the Night Demon of the 1st Decan of Aquarius. He commands 29 legions of infernal spirits, and initially appears in the form of a unicorn, but then assumes the form of a man. He is able to make musical instruments heard, and to make trees bend. The familiar spirits he can provide for the occultist are of a very good quality.
Dantaylion is the 71st demon described in the Goetia, and the Night Demon of the 2nd Decan of Pisces. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a man with many faces (which can be of any gender) with a book in his right hand. He is able to teach absolutely any art or science to absolutely any person. He usually generates love, and can help people relate to each other and find things in common, no matter how foreign or hostile they initially appeared. Dantaylion is also known to call secret meetings, and to make people suddenly change their minds about any given issue.
Now that we’ve gone over some of the more complex correspondences of Venus, we can list some of the things in nature which are under Venus’s rulership.
Plants:
Verbena
Violets
Maidenhair Ferns
Valerian
Thyme
Gum Laudanum
Ambergris
Sandalwood
Coriander
Sweet Pears
Figs
Pomegranates
Hesperus
Creatures:
Dogs
Rabbits
Sheep
Goats
Bulls
Calves
Swans
Wagtails
Swallows
Pelicans
Burrow Ducks
Crows
Pigeons
Turtledoves
Sparrows
Dolphins
Merlangius
Sea Spurge
Sardines
Materials:
Silver
Glass
Ruby
Lodestone
Blue Stones
Coral
Malachite
Quartz
Brass
Carnelian
Lapis Lazuli
Beryl
Emeralds
Sapphires
Green Jasper
Mercury is commonly associated with intelligence, speed, wit, and communication. It is also associated with commonness and poverty.
For advice about the ideal placement of Mercury in astrological magic, look at this post.
Below is an extensive and organized list of things which are under the influence of Mercury.
Name of the Intelligence of Mercury:
Tiriel
Name of the Spirit of Mercury:
Taphthartharath
Familiar Form of the Spirit of Mercury:
Usually, it manifests as a transparent, slender humanoid form of about average height. Its movements will appear more fluid than those of a human, and this spirit will be cold to the touch. It will be very well-spoken and articulate with words. Usually, the first thing this form will do when you conjure it is try to thoroughly horrify you (if it is successful, you can take comfort in knowing that you’re dealing with a real form of Mercury).
Common Visible Forms of the Spirit of Mercury:
A King riding on the back of a bear
A fair young person
A woman with a distaff
A dog
A female bear
A magpie
An article of clothing that can vary in color
A shepherd’s rod
A small walking staff
Element:
Water
*It should be noted that Mercury can affect all elements nearly equally
Humors:
Any or all of the humors mixed together
Numbers:
8 and 64
Flavors:
Unusual flavors
Tastes which are completely alien to the tongue
Tastes which are familiar, but not at all distinctive
Plain or bland flavors in general (as in food which generally lacks flavor)
Elemental Quality:
Dry-Moist (both simultaneously)
Day of the Week:
Wednesday
Languages:
Turkish
Part of Greek (which is co-ruled by three planets, the other two of which are Jupiter and the Sun)
Religion:
Forbidden or secret practices (Freemasonry, for example)
Hermeticism
Theosophy
Comparative religion
Clothing:
Linens
Casual dress
Styles commonly associated with scholars
Occupations:
Poets
Novelists
Journalists
Teachers
Mathematicians
Couriers
Places:
Markets
Warehouses
Schools
Laboratories
Libraries
Anatomy:
The tongue
The brain
Mercury influences the heart, but does not rule over it
Incense:
To make Mercury’s incense, mix mastic, frankincense, cloves, potentilla, agate, magpie’s blood, and a fox or weasel’s brain. Alternately, you can use any tree barks or fruit skins, cinnamon, cassia bark, citron peels, or bayberries.
Zodiac Rulership:
Mercury rules over the signs of Gemini and Virgo, and it is also exalted in Virgo. Mercury’s detriment is Sagittarius, and it is in its fall when in Pisces.
Drugs:
Psychostimulants(which include the amphetamines, cathinones, and methylphenidate, in addition to many other drugs)
Coffee (espresso in particular, due to its increased stimulant effects)
Mercury is associated with numerous spirits of various kinds, which I will describe below, organized by the types of spirits I’ll be discussing.
Angels:
The Archangel Raphael is the angel who is most strongly associated with Mercury. Raphael is one of the most powerful and important archangels, outranked only by Gabriel and Michael. His name seems to mean something along the lines of “God is the Source of Healing.”
The Archangel Michael rules over Wednesday, which means he is also associated with Mercury to a lesser extent. Michael is the highest-ranked and most powerful of all the angels, effectively serving as Heaven’s second-in-command. In the Old Testament, Michael is mentioned on numerous occasions. Perhaps the most important of these in in Daniel 10, where Daniel learns that Michael is the protector of Israel. In Christian scripture, he is identified as the archangel who will lead God’s army into the final battle against the forces of Hell. His name seems to mean something along the lines of “He Who is Like God.”
A King of the Djinn:
Burqan is name of the King of the Djinn who is associated with Mercury. His name appears to mean “Two Thunders.”
Abbu Al-A'aja'eb is the informal name given to this King of the Djinn. This name seems to mean something along the lines of “Father of the Nomads.”
Demons:
Mercury is associated with the 12 Presidents of the Goetic demons. I will describe these Presidents below, making sure to point out those which hold other seats in addition to their presidency.
Marbas is the 5th demon desribed in the Goetia, as well as the Day Demon of the 2nd Decan of Taurus. He commands 36 legions of infernal spirits, and appears in the form of a powerful and majestic anthropomorphic lion. He can uncover hidden things, and make us wise. He can also teach us handicrafts an
This will be the seventh post in our series on astrological magic. Since we’ve already talked about how the planets and parts should be placed, we are ready to discuss some of the theoretical basis for creating images which draw the power of the celestial bodies for specific purposes. Here you will learn a little about images, their function, and how they are made. Since the theory behind making effective images is very extensive, I will probably make more posts with information about it in the future. Keep in mind that although this post contains vital information for the art of astrological magic, you’ll probably have very limited success if this post is the only source you derive your methods from. Make sure to be safe, and feel free to ask us if you have any questions.
Making effective and practical images which conduct the power of the heavens is a particularly important skill to have if you want your magic to be effective. To successfully do this, you’ll need to understand that everything made at a given time permanently takes on some of the properties of the heavens above it at that time. For that reason, when you’re making an image with the intention of conducting the power of specific celestial bodies, it’s important that you know about some of the symbols and images which are associated with the bodies whose power you’re using.
There are many types of images, and they can be based on any type of heavenly or earthly source, depending on their purpose. It’s possible to create an image for any purpose you could ever need. You should get to know some of the more basic images and what they can do if you want an idea of the connection between symbol and function. In the next post, I plan to go over some of the more basic images, such as those of the zodiac signs, their functions, and how they can be used. In this post, I will address some kinds of images which aren’t of the zodiac (some of which are heavenly, and others of which are derived from other sources).
Aside from the stars directly concerned with the zodiac and its workings, there are many other constellations and images in the sky, each with its own symbolism and mythological background. For example, Canis Major (the Dog) is good for casting images to help protect a person or place from plagues or epidemics, edema, and vicious animals. Another example is the constellation called Serpentarius (the Snake), which is good for curing poisons and snake bites (or other venemous bites). I’m certain that you could find an effective use for any constellation you wish, if you look for one which suits your purposes. Just keep in mind the particular image the constellation represents (for example, Pegasus pertains to horses, and this is obvious because its image is a winged horse), and if it represents a particular mythological figure with a story behind it, research the figure to learn more about its potential (for example, Hercules is a constellation, and he has a long mythological story which can help provide insight into many of the ways his constellation can be used).
There are also images which aren’t derived from anything in the heavens. These are perfectly effective in their own right, and I will briefly discuss their use here. Images of this kind include things like effigies. You could make an image in the likeness of two people you dislike fighting each other, for example. You could also make an image which looks like a mangled or maimed version of a person or thing which you want to see destroyed or suffering. Just remember that if your image represents a living thing, your desired effect should be written on its belly if your intentions are benevolent, or its back if your intentions are malevolent. Make sure the species of the thing the image depicts is written on its forehead (this particular concept of labeling is mentioned twice in Revelation, and probably in numerous other religious or biblical texts). On the chest of your image, you should write the name of the ascendant at the time of your casting the image, as well as its ruling planet and the angels (or other appropriate spirits, if you’d rather not deal with angels) who rule over it (and their seals or characters). These images are then treated accordingly.
After its creation, what should be done with an image depends on the purpose. They can be left hanging from a relevant place, or worn on the body somewhere, or buried. In the past, British folk magicians and witches would hang many different kinds of charms in their chimneys, some for positive effects or protection, and others for harming people (there is some debate as to why they decided to hang the charms there). They can he hanged from a tree to be exposed to the wind, while hanging them upside-down has different effects than hanging them normally. Sometimes these images are boiled in water. And of course, the best-known treatment (which is still practiced widely, even by people who don’t consider themselves magic users at all) is to burn the effigy in a fire, such as the British do every November. What you do with an image you’ve made, combined with the intent and emotion you put into your work continue to affect this particular kind of image and its subject as long as you continue to interact with it.
Even in the practices of making images that aren’t directly based on zodiacal imagery, it’s useful to use elective astrology in advance to decide on a good time to cast them and carry out your will on them. Some ancient Arabic astrologers actually claim it’s possible to actually infuse images you’ve created with a soul comparable in magnitude to that of a living thing if you properly perform these practices. Most historical astrological magicians I’ve researched seem to agree that images from the zodiac are usually far more powerful than other types of magical images, and are definitely capable of greater things than words are. They also, however, recommend that you use a prayer or clearly worded petition which asks for the thing you’re seeking. If you can refer to the specific astrological conditions which are present at the time, and to their effects which can help you, you should certainly make sure to do that in your prayer.
There are images for the fixed stars, too. These vary depending on the source of information, but I will explain the images the Hermetics tend to use for them. Here is an extensive post which details the materials and other things ruled over by the fixed stars (as well as the signs and planets). Below are some of the images of the fixed stars, along with their uses.
Algol’s image is a man’s head with a bloody neck. This image is useful for making a person more bold or noble. It can help protect from injury, and ward off malicious magic and witchcraft.
Pleiades has the image of a lamp or a virgin. These images can help you see at night, bring multiple spirits to a place, make the wind blow, and make hidden things seen.
Aldebaran has the image of a man flying, which some sources also say is the likeness of God. This image is useful for gaining wealth and social status.
Capella’s image is a man ready to play a musical instrument or dance. It’s useful to carry with you if you want to be respected and accepted by people in positions of power, and it can also be used to alleviate toothaches.
Sirius’s image is a virgin with her dog. This image brings kind intentions from others, and can put you in the favor of the aerial spirits (such as those in Ars Theurgia Goetia). It can also help you to calm people who are angry, including people in positions of power or authority.
Procyon’s image is a rooster, or alternately of three maids. It’s a useful image for gaining the favor of divine beings, spirits, and people. It also helps protect from witchcraft and health problems.
Regulus’s image can be a lion, cat, or a person deserving of respect sitting in a chair. It makes people more agreeable and reduces anger.
Alkaid’s image is a man in deep thought, or a bull or calf. It can protect a person from malicious magic, and helps safe travel.
Gienah’s image is a raven, a snake, or a black man (or perhaps a man of any ethnicity who has dark hair) in black clothes. It can make a person ambitious and charismatic. It can also cause wet dreams. It can help you get rid of malicious spirits, or draw them in. It’s also helpful protection against people who intend harm, and wind.
Spica’s image is a bird or a merchant carrying lots of wares. It can help you gain money and abundance, and protects against ill will and petty mischief.
Arcturus’s image is of a horse, wolf, or dancing man. It can help reduce fevers and promote blood health.
Alphecca’s image is a hen, or of a man wearing a crown. It can help you be pure and loved by other people.
Antares’s image is a man-at-arms in chain mail, or a scorpion. It can help you remember and comprehend things well. It helps you have a healthy complexion. It can also help you repel or control evil spirits.
Vega’s image is a vulture, hen, or traveler. It can help you be charitable and have good self-esteem. It gives you some control over demons and animals.
Delta Capricorni (also called Deneb Algedi) has the image of a goat or male deer, or an angry man. It can help you gain wealth or success, and can make people angrier.
I hope this has given you some understanding of magical images and how they work. I’ll be continuing this series soon, hopefully explaining a few more images, and then talking about things which are ruled by each of the planets, signs, and fixed stars.
-Admin
