The Divine Science of Magick | Elohim, El Elyon, and the Astral World

Magick, in its authentic form, transcends the realm of mere entertainment, embodying an ancient, Divine science rooted in profound spiritual practice. It operates through the understanding and application of the Universal Principles of Creation, guiding the practitioner — often referred to as the Magus — in aligning their will with the Divine Will. This alignment facilitates transformation in both the spiritual and physical realms. Drawing upon a wide array of sources, including Hebrew scriptures, contemporary esoteric texts, and insights from mystical traditions, we explore how Elohim and El Elyon engage in the practice of Magick. Additionally, we delve into the workings of the Astral World and the ultimate purpose of Magick in the spiritual elevation of the Magus.

Elohim and El Elyon: Divine Engagement in Magick

Elohim (אֱלֹהִים) and El Elyon (אֵל עֶלְיוֹן) are two of the most significant names of God in Hebrew tradition, reflecting the multifaceted nature of the Divine. Elohim is often associated with God’s creative power, as seen in the Torah’s opening verse: “בְּרֵאשִׁית בָּרָא אֱלֹהִים אֵת הַשָּׁמַיִם וְאֵת הָאָרֶץ” (“In the beginning, Elohim created the heavens and the earth.” — Genesis 1:1, World Messianic Bible). This passage highlights Elohim’s authority over the Cosmic Planes and the Astral World, where the Magus operates to bring about Divine outcomes.

El Elyon, or “God Most High,” emphasizes God’s supreme authority over all creation. As illustrated in Genesis 14:18, where Melchizedek, a priest of El Elyon, brings out bread and wine, this passage underscores the sacredness of ritual practices that draw upon El Elyon’s power to manifest Divine will in the material world. Such rituals, rooted in spiritual traditions, are not mere symbolic acts but profound engagements with the Divine.

Magick, in this context, serves as the means by which the Magus consciously aligns with the will of Elohim and El Elyon, channeling their Divine energies into the Astral World to effect change in the physical realm. This alignment is echoed in the teachings of modern spiritual leaders like Sid Roth, who emphasizes the need for unity among God’s children to fully harness Divine power (Roth, 2007).

The Astral World: The Contact Point Between the Magus and the Cosmic Planes

The Astral World, or Yetzirah (יְצִירָה), is a crucial concept in Kabbalistic tradition, representing the third of the four worlds. It serves as the intermediary between the Divine World (Atzilut, אֲצִילוּת) and the physical world (Assiyah, עֲשִׂיָּה). In this realm, the Magus exercises their willpower and imagination to influence the higher Cosmic Planes, a concept explored extensively in texts like The Council of Light by Danielle Rama Hoffman (2013). The principle “As Above, So Below” (כַּמָּה בָּרוּךְ, כֵּן בָּרוּךְ בַּאֲרָעָא) is fundamental to understanding Magick. This principle asserts that by affecting the Astral World through ritual and visualization, the Magus triggers a flow of Divine energy from the higher planes (Atzilut and Beriah, בְּרִיאָה) down into the physical realm.

This process is supported by scriptural understandings of the Divine Spirit’s movement through creation: “וְרוּחַ אֱלֹהִים מְרַחֶפֶת עַל־פְּנֵי הַמָּיִם” (“And the Spirit of Elohim moved upon the face of the waters.” — Genesis 1:2, World Messianic Bible). The Astral World thus acts as a dynamic space where Divine energies are accessed and directed, as emphasized in both traditional Kabbalistic teachings and contemporary spiritual practices.

The Mechanics of Magick: Imagination, Willpower, and Repetition

Magick is both an art and a science, relying on the focused imagination and willpower of the Magus. Imagination here is not mere fantasy but a powerful tool for visualizing the desired outcome in the Astral World. Willpower, on the other hand, is the driving force that propels these visualizations into manifestation. John Paul Jackson and John Sanford, in Needless Casualties of War (1999), stress the importance of discernment and spiritual authority in wielding such power responsibly.

The process begins with the Magus using ritualistic techniques to affect the Astral World. These rituals often involve the invocation of the four elements — Fire (אֵשׁ, Esh), Water (מַיִם, Mayim), Air (רוּחַ, Ruach), and Earth (עָפָר, Afar) — each representing different aspects of creation and consciousness. By invoking these elements in their respective directions (East, South, West, North), the Magus aligns with the Universal Principles that govern these forces. Alexander Roob’s Alchemy & Mysticism (1997) elaborates on the symbolic significance of these elements in the alchemical tradition, underscoring their transformative power.

Repetition is another key aspect of Magick. Just as repeated actions in the physical world lead to habit formation, in the Astral World, repeated rituals strengthen the energy field created by the Magus. This growing energy field eventually leads to the manifestation of the desired outcome, as the mind becomes attuned to the workings of Magick. The verse “קְרָא אֵלַי וְאֶעֱנֶךָּ וְאַגִּידָה לְךָ גְּדוֹלוֹת וּבְצוּרוֹת לֹא־יָדָעְתָּם” (“Call to me, and I will answer you, and will show you great things, and difficult, which you don’t know.” — Jeremiah 33:3, World Messianic Bible) encapsulates the power of repetition and persistence in invoking Divine assistance.

The Purpose of Magick: Spiritual Evolution and Divine Consciousness

The ultimate goal of Magick is not merely to achieve material success or personal gain but to facilitate the spiritual evolution of the Magus. Through systematic ritual practice, the Magus works to purify and elevate their consciousness, transforming base matter (symbolized by lead) into Spirit (symbolized by gold). This alchemical process, deeply explored in texts like Harry B. Joseph’s Book of Wisdom (2005), is analogous to the quest for the Philosopher’s Stone, representing the attainment of Divine consciousness and immortality.

In the context of Kabbalistic tradition, this process is seen as the ascent of the soul through the four worlds — Assiyah, Yetzirah, Beriah, and Atzilut — culminating in unity with the Divine. “וַיּוֹצִאֲךָ אֲדוֹנָי מִמִּצְרַיִם בְּיָד חֲזָקָה וּבִזְרוֹעַ נְטוּיָה” (“Yahweh brought you out of Egypt with a mighty hand and an outstretched arm.” — Deuteronomy 5:15, World Messianic Bible) metaphorically represents the soul’s journey from the bondage of material existence (Egypt) to spiritual freedom and enlightenment (the Promised Land).

Moreover, Magick serves as a path to unity with the Divine, a theme echoed in *Reading Moses, Seeing Jesus* (2020), which discusses the fulfillment of the Torah’s goals in Yeshua (Jesus). The transformative power of Magick, therefore, lies not only in its ability to bring about change in the physical world but in its capacity to elevate the practitioner’s soul towards Divine consciousness.

Conclusion

When understood and practiced correctly, Magick is a Divine science that allows the Magus to engage with the higher realms of creation, aligning with the will of Elohim and El Elyon to bring about transformation in the physical world. Through the Astral World, the Magus acts as a conduit for Divine energy, channeling it into the material realm to effect change according to the principles of “As Above, So Below.” Rooted in ancient wisdom and supported by a diverse range of esoteric and scriptural sources, this sacred practice serves as a powerful tool for spiritual evolution, guiding the practitioner toward unity with the Divine.

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