Secrets of Western Sex Magic: Magical Energy & Gnostic Trance (Llewellyn's Tantra & Sexual Arts) [Paperback]

Frater U.:D.: (Author)

Book Description

Series: Llewellyn's Tantra & Sexual Arts | Publication Date: March 1, 2001

This book gives complete instruction in the magical use of natural sexuality and orgasm to accomplish practical goals. Contents include practices to intensify orgasm including pelvic movement, magical dance, exchange of energies and psychic flow. It also covers the entire subject of practical magic, sigil magic, the Great Rite of Wicca, the Night of Pan and the Alchemical Marriage. Illustrated.

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Sex is a source of joy and pleasure--and a bountiful source of potent magical energy! Until recently, many of the techniques of Western sex magic were closely guarded secrets available only to initiates. Now you can learn how to unlock the powerful energies raised during the sex act and use them to manifest your deepest desires. During the sex act, your attention becomes focused into a "laser beam" of concentration for a moment. All great systems of magic teach the power of concentrated thought-sex magic is no exception. Sex magic's "secret" is that it is a tremendously potent way to direct consciously controlled sexual energy to accomplish material and personal goals. Secrets of Western Sex Magic describes the erotic secrets of sex magic--one of the oldest magical disciplines-in a frank, explicit, and non-judgmental style. Unlike other published sex magic manuals, which have a traditionally male orientation, this book equally addresses your unique magical needs and wants whether you're a male or female magi. You will learn physical, psychological, and magical exercises to develop skills in visualization, concentration, and psychic energy arousal and flow. This engaging exploration of the history and techniques of sex magic is suitable for both men and women, regardless of magical experience or sexual preference.

Explore how sex magic differs from mystical sexual practices such as Tantra Make your own aphrodisiac teas and liqueurs Intensify and prolong orgasm to increase your sexual magis, the vital inner power released during sexual activity

Consecrate and charge sigils, amulets, and talismans using sexual energy Transfer sexual energy to heal or strengthen a partner Frater U.: D.: openly explores all aspects of sexual practice and preference-from the fundamentals of sex magic training to autoerotic, heteroerotic, homoerotic, group and so-called "deviant" practices--with a system of specific techniques to build your magis and broaden your magical and sexual horizons. You need not belong to any lodge or occult group to apply these esoteric secrets--you reap the benefits no matter what your level of magical experience!

About the Author

Frater U∴D∴ (Belgium), founder of Pragmatic and Ice Magic, is Europe's best known practical magician and contemporary occult author. He has written more than twenty-five books. Among his translations are the books of Peter Carroll and Ramsey Dukes, and Aleister Crowley's Book of Lies.

Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Llewellyn Publications; 3 edition (March 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1567187064
• ISBN-13: 978-1567187069
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #860,982 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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35 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended, March 14, 2004

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Psyche (spiralnature.com) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Secrets of Western Sex Magic: Magical Energy & Gnostic Trance (Llewellyn's Tantra & Sexual Arts) (Paperback)

Frater U.:D.: has provided a practical guide to sex magick, one that's been long overdue in occult literature. A brief overview is given of the history of Tantra and the `Inner Alchemy' of Taoism in comparison to western sex magick, dispelling common worries and fears regarding this much misunderstood branch of the western magickal tradition. He comments on the tendency of certain types of authors to `try to tackle a subject about which they know little only because it sells well', while noting that others often tend to exhibit `a vein of arrogance which looks down on the readers and believes that they are not yet "mature" enough for "real" knowledge'. I fully share his opinion that `secrecy has its place during learning and practicing, but not among authors who claim a desire to convey knowledge out of an inner commitment' (pg xi). Fortunately, this excellent text avoids these pitfalls.

Finally, a book on sex magick clearly written for both men and women, removing the patriarchal bias common to most texts of this genre. 'Secrets of Western Sex Magic' is aimed at consensual adults of any sexual preference or orientation, be they gay, straight, or bisexual. Even going so far as to state that `there is no such thing as total heterosexuality, as there is no such thing as total homosexuality' (pg 162); while in principle I agree, I am certain this will be a point of contention amongst many readers. He suggests that the practitioner aim for the more balanced androgyne, as he says: `Without making needless distinctions, traditional attachments and moral codes are set aside in favor of `Do what thou Wilt'. For the sex mystic, sexuality is a holy expression of one's highest destiny anyway' (pg xii).

Frater U.: D.: does an excellent job laying the ground work and getting, or informing the magician the `right' state or frame of mind, noting that `...it is not necessary to become a perfected, fear-free being to practice sex magic. It is only necessary to face up one's own fears and inhibitions with brutal frankness. If magic shall actually lead to freedom, than it must be transpersonal freedom, optimum in breadth of choice, and not some predefined norm which once more degrades humanity and wants to impose some new straightjacket' (pg 16).

U.: D.: refers to western magick as `applied mythology', referencing many ideas found within chaos magick, noting that `it does not matter which of the models you choose so long as it convinces <I>you personally</I>.' Recommending that one should `become familiar with as many models as possible, because each system has its limits and flexibility is needed for magic' (pg 83), instead taking magickal theories and ideas as `mythical truths' rather than restrictive objective absolutes. Though he cautions that one `should not overdo the individuality of our own correspondences. It is useful to follow traditional correspondences for metals, numbers, colors, gems an deities because they have a certain consistency.' While commenting on the power of `traditional' symbols, because `to use them is to tune into the traditional `current' of these magical symbols, making it easier to work with other magicians from a common basis' (pg 80).

Briefly, he discusses various OTO factions and the higher grades involving sex magick, and how they've chosen to represent them. While also combining numerous practical techniques, beginning with the more basic meditative and silencing of the mind, some pranayama, sigil magick, invocation as well as some physical discipline, and even a few aphrodisiac recipes are given - all without dumbing it down, while still remaining `down to Earth'.

As little background as possible is given when it would sidetrack from the original topic at hand, and in place he instead provides relevant and specific references for further information; which, while being both concise and useful, can also be a little frustrating at times. Then again there is only so much space one can dedicate, and as much as it does cover there is no substitute for experience, as he notes `in many respects it had to remain incomplete. It is my opinion that <I>material</I>, fleshy experience should always be preferred to purely mystical speculations. Only when this has been mastered will sex mysticism make any sense, and only then can the symbols become alive and images turn into reality' (pg 217).

Above all this book is practical, easy to read, astonishingly direct and honest in its approach and language, not to mention beautifully illustrated. Techniques and variances are explained in detail and are well-written. It's a shame more of his works have not been translated into English, especially those referenced throughout the book, numerous articles, essays, etc., which are, as far as I know, only available in German. Highly recommended.

27 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars German Occult Sex Magic, August 31, 2003

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E. Fegley "eliza" (United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Secrets of Western Sex Magic: Magical Energy & Gnostic Trance (Llewellyn's Tantra & Sexual Arts) (Paperback)

First off, nowhere does it state that this book is about the Tantra. This book is German Occult Sex Magic at its finest and most practical. It is about magic, about using your sexual energy, releasing it, and bringing about changes.
I grew up reading the likes of Cavendish, Waite, and others, and, personally, I like this book. It's breathing exercises are fantastic, it's sigil magic is great. It's inspiring and never sets on my bookshelf for very long.

23 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Most comprehensive and practical treatise on the subject, November 18, 2001

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"chefred" (Tillamook, Oregon) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Secrets of Western Sex Magic: Magical Energy & Gnostic Trance (Llewellyn's Tantra & Sexual Arts) (Paperback)

An undogmatic and highly practical DIY book, easy to understand language without being superficial. It is probably the most all-encompassing study on practical Western sex magic, lacking the patriarchal sexual bias so common with earlier works. No holds barred: whether you're gay or heterosexual or prefer an autoerotic approach, you'll find everything you need to know here. Excellent!