REQUIRED READING LIST:
The instructions given for each book on the required
reading list informs the Probationer as to the
context under which to approach the books. The books
have been listed in the order of their numerical
designation with unnumbered items listed at the
bottom.
The Probationer must make proper notes in their
records when reading any of the books on this list.
For example, while reading Liber II, the Probationer
should write down the lines comprising the Law of
Thelema followed by the simple definition for both
lines as given in the book. This is what is meant by
{read}.
While studying any of the holy books, unknown
symbolism striking a cord inside the mind of the
Probationer should be recorded and researched. This
is what is meant by {study}.
Liber II, The Message of the Master Therion
Simple and concise explanation of the Law of Thelema
written in language easily comprehended by all who
read it. {Read.}
Liber IV, Liber ABA (Part 2)
Straightforward and informative introduction of the
tools employed in Ritual Magick. {Read.}
Liber X, Liber Porta Lucis
An account of the sending forth of the Master
Therion by the A∴ A∴ {Study.
Memorize Liber X or a chapter of Liber LXV.}
Liber XIII, Liber Graduum Montis Abiegni
An account of the task of the Aspirant from
Probationer to Adept. {Read and copy (draw) the
diagram into the Magick Record.}
Liber XXX, Liber Libræ The book of balance containing a syllabus of virtues
and a course in morality. {Read and study.}
Liber XXXIII, An Account of the A∴ A∴
A
brief account of the A∴ A∴ including
its formation, mission, and methods. {Read.}
Liber LXI, Liber Vel Causæ Preliminary and Historical lections intended for
those individuals considering initiation. {Read.}
Liber LXV, Liber Cordis Cincti Serpente An account of the relations of the Aspirant with his
Holy Guardian Angel. Divided into five chapters, one
for each element. {Study. Memorize one chapter of
Liber LXV or the entirety of Liber X.}
Liber LXXVII, Liber Oz
The Rights of Man. A practical commentary on the Law
of Thelema suitable to the understanding of the
general populace. {Read and hand–write the one page
document into the Magick Record.}
Liber XC, Liber Tzaddi Vel Hamus Hermeticus An account of Initiation, and an indication as to
those who are suitable for the same. {Read.}
Liber CL, Liber CL Vel לענ,
A Sandal, De Lege Libellum An explanation, containing a measure of depth and
insight useful to the Probationer, for the Law of
Thelema, sectioned into that of Liberty, Love, Life,
and Light (L–L–L–L). {Read and study.}
Liber CCVII, A Syllabus of the Official Instructions
of the A∴ A∴ Overview of the A∴ A∴ system
of instruction, including details of the method.
{Read.}
Liber CCXX, Liber AL Vel Legis, The Book of the Law
Containing the Law of Thelema and heralding the Age
of Horus. {Read and study. This is the foundation of
the whole work.}
Liber CCC, Khabs am Pekht
Promulgation of the Law of Thelema. {Read.}
Liber DCCCXXXVII, The Law of Liberty
Commentary and explanation of ethical issues that
arise in The Book of the Law. {Read.}
Liber CMLXIII, The Treasure–House of Images
A
superb collection of Litanies appropriate to the
Signs of the Zodiac. {Read}.
Postcards to Probationers, Aleister
Crowley Detailed invitation to Candidates seeking initiation
into the A∴ A∴.
{Read.}
One Star in Sight,
Aleister Crowley Detailed information on the curriculum of the A∴ A∴ including
the nature of the grades. {Study.}
Little Essays Towards Truth,
Aleister Crowley Sixteen concepts fundamental to human existence in
the light of the Qabalah. {Read.}
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