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NEOPHYTE GRADE: MAGICAL ALPHABET
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The arrangement of the numbers is best understood by examination
of the table below. The numbers of the Key Scale are values
designated according to function and placement upon the Tree of
Life. They are not arbitrary, and they have their basis within
the Qabalah, and form a refined mathematical system of
attainment. The tables formed, using the Key Scale, are
consistent and easily referenced.
The Key Scale is a very simple and effective means of charting
out related ideas and things. The only true complications are
the numbers 32 bis and 31 bis. It is possible that the Neophyte
might instantly reconcile these double attributions to the 31st
and 32nd paths, having possibly acquired an understanding from
the accomplishment of the three pathways from Malkuth required
in their grade work. An explanation is still required, as a
demonstration of intellectual understanding.
Each stage of evolution refines the systems of all the branches
of Magick. The nature of a pathway does not change, but the
refining of the definition does. The path of Shin (path 31) has
always been recognized as the element of fire, and the early
Qabalist knew that one aspect or facet of fire is spirit, for
the spirit is a type of fire. The essence of the element is
two-fold and attempting to separate them demonstrates a lack of
understanding.
The Qabalah being an oral tradition, this duality was easily
conveyed from teacher to student. However, when the Qabalah was
first written down, many components of the oral instruction were
not included, for whatever reason. Over time these components
were rediscovered, understood, and a suitable means was found to
express them. This process continues, and will persevere with
further refinements.
The joining within the path of Tau (path 32) is somewhat more
difficult to reconcile, being the twin nature of the planetary
Saturn and the four elements of the Earth. Therefore:
Let the Neophyte examine the joining within the 32nd path and
write down an adequate explanation of the two-fold combination.
{This is often submitted with the explanation beginning as
follows; the element and planet are both heavy and solid… ––
these observations are completely correct, but are not, in
themselves, a sufficient explanation of the twin-nature.} |
The Key Scale
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Theoretical Construction to Practical Application |
What is all of this for?
Why draw this and chart that?
Where is this leading?
There is a method of ascending the Tree of Life without any
study, charting or cross-referencing. It does not require any
intellectual or philosophical understanding. It does not require
any preparation or suitability. It only requires steadfast
determination. The end result of this type of ascension has been
seen many times. Messiahs with noble intentions, attempting to
elevate humankind, bringing only false salvation and earthly
abomination. They did not possess the skills necessary to
prevent the perversion of their message.
Enlightenment by itself is not sufficient to the accomplishment
of the Great Work, for nothing lasting is accomplished by the
discovery of the True Will if the ability to extend it upon the
work, balanced and equilibrated, is not adequately developed. It
is no longer enough to simply waken upon the tree, aspire to the
angel, and then ascend to the operations of the Crown, without
first obtaining and balancing the spiritual powers. Without the
skill of tools, impotence will overshadow the desire and the
need to share this enlightenment with the world.
Therefore, let the intellectual and philosophical development
always balance with direct experience born from the nature of
the work. Let not imbalance create a scholar possessing
knowledge, yet lacking in application. Let not the spiritual
powers be developed without an understanding, in one form or
another, to provide adequate judgment. Lack of balance may also
lead to fear (inferiority complex) or arrogance (superiority
complex), both of which are capable of great atrocity.
If imbalance is found within the Neophyte, they must not proceed
into the next grade, even if they are fully accomplished in
their tasks. For the nature of the next grade will cause mental
collapse, mania or death if attempted without a minimum of
balance and these risks increase exponentially for the
self-initiated.
It must also be stated that most Neophytes, upon seeing or being
properly shown, the erroneous flaws in their development, can
easily correct any flaws (if the flaws are accepted as
authentic). What has been thus far been given contains many
methods of correction through self-reflection.
What is all of this for? Three-fold strength!
Why draw this and chart that? Two-parts of strength!
Where is this leading? Understanding and purpose!
Building the System
Hereto a great many tables have been provided in Sections One
and Two, and all of these charts have included the Key Scale.
The Neophyte is instructed to thoroughly study Liber 777, and
then create his or her own book of tables, each containing the
Key Scale on the right side column. The tables supplied in Liber
777 and within this book provide an adequate beginning. It is
left completely to the discretion of the Neophyte to decide how
many tables are required now, and how many tables will be added
later. This is best determined by calculating the current needs.
The system of Key Scale tables was designed to be significantly
expanded and sorted, until it eventually reflects the unique
systems and nature of the Magician.
The Neophyte is also instructed to study Liber D, and begin
copying and adding to the dictionary, as time and need dictates.
In the previous grade, instructions were given to create a
Gematria volume containing a page for each number, leaving the
reverse of every page blank. The blank back of each page should
now be used to create the Sepher Sephiroth dictionary.
As the dictionary is compiled, the Neophyte will slowly begin to
comprehend that everything associated to any given number has a
definitive link or sympathy. The many operations contained in
the grades following Neophyte will have more depth and
continuity, as the associations in the dictionary become
obvious.
The Neophyte, before proceeding to the next grade, should have a
Magick Record overflowing with information, a Gematria volume
containing the numerical correspondences hereto encountered, a
minimum set of tables necessary to accomplish the tasks of the
grade, and a modest beginning to their personal dictionary of
Sepher Sephiroth. Further, all of these should be oriented to
the unique inner nature of the constructor, and be imbued with
what can only be described as the personality of the designer.
There is a small danger of the Neophyte spending excessive time
on these projects and subsequently neglecting the other tasks of
the grade. However, this is not usually a significant problem
until the grade of Practicus.
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