The Great Work Explored
October 5, 2014
G.D.O'Bradovich III
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Gentle Reader, while we are forbidden by the precepts of The Elders of Occultists™ to expressly describe the Great Work, we can discuss various secondary and tertiary aspects of the Great Work. We are confident that we will not run afoul of the ancient “Guidelines Of Occultists” as we will be doing what many Occultists have done: Hint and allude to the Great Work, but never clearly state outright and in detail what the nature of the Great Work entails.
As the pinnacle of Occultism, the Great Work is of such importance that to reveal in writing would, no doubt, lead to a certain painful demise. As all our Apprentices know, “The good stuff is never written down”, that is, there is an oral tradition. The plastic nature of the Great Work is such that even if it were written, few people would understand it and, in the process, this knowledge would discourage future Occultists from attempting the Great Work.
Unfortunately, due to occult reticence, each Occultist must, unlike the steady progress of peer reviewed scientific investigation, on their own, discover the nature of the Great Work. This fact alone explains why so few Occultists discover the nature of the Great Work. The particulars of the Great Work differ for individuals, but the hoped for result is, in all cases, identical. The common perception of Occultists as old men is due to this reality.
The Great Work does take money, various resources, and commodities. Several Occultists, most noticeably Nicholas Flammel ["Old Nick" to his friends], have used alchemy as a means to achieve the Great Work. While details cannot be forthcoming, one can state that no single occultist has all the necessary resources for the completion of the Great Work.
We want to clarify that there are multiple ways to achieve the Great Work. Alchemy, sex magic, and Tarot readings are examples of methods that may lead to successful workings. Most Apprentices and many Occultists assume there is only one correct manner or method for success, however, we can expressly state that this is not correct.
While we are not advocating a variety of socialism or communism, the lone Occultist can not reach the goal of the Great Work by himself. It is a truism of the Occult that the Great Work requires additional capital and we can understand why certain Occultists turn to alchemy. Although alchemy may be seen by some people as a dubious method to attain the Great Work, we Occultists must not disparage the workings of other Occultists. We all desire the success of the Great Work, although our methods will, no doubt, differ. We must conclude this abbreviated section with the acknowledge that the Great Work needs additional paid in capital.
The following methods that can be used to achieve the Great Work. Not all methods are listed and different methods may be used at different times and in conjunction with other methods. All of this, of course, is dependent on the skill of the occultists.
As the pinnacle of Occultism, the Great Work is of such importance that to reveal in writing would, no doubt, lead to a certain painful demise. As all our Apprentices know, “The good stuff is never written down”, that is, there is an oral tradition. The plastic nature of the Great Work is such that even if it were written, few people would understand it and, in the process, this knowledge would discourage future Occultists from attempting the Great Work.
Unfortunately, due to occult reticence, each Occultist must, unlike the steady progress of peer reviewed scientific investigation, on their own, discover the nature of the Great Work. This fact alone explains why so few Occultists discover the nature of the Great Work. The particulars of the Great Work differ for individuals, but the hoped for result is, in all cases, identical. The common perception of Occultists as old men is due to this reality.
The Great Work does take money, various resources, and commodities. Several Occultists, most noticeably Nicholas Flammel ["Old Nick" to his friends], have used alchemy as a means to achieve the Great Work. While details cannot be forthcoming, one can state that no single occultist has all the necessary resources for the completion of the Great Work.
We want to clarify that there are multiple ways to achieve the Great Work. Alchemy, sex magic, and Tarot readings are examples of methods that may lead to successful workings. Most Apprentices and many Occultists assume there is only one correct manner or method for success, however, we can expressly state that this is not correct.
While we are not advocating a variety of socialism or communism, the lone Occultist can not reach the goal of the Great Work by himself. It is a truism of the Occult that the Great Work requires additional capital and we can understand why certain Occultists turn to alchemy. Although alchemy may be seen by some people as a dubious method to attain the Great Work, we Occultists must not disparage the workings of other Occultists. We all desire the success of the Great Work, although our methods will, no doubt, differ. We must conclude this abbreviated section with the acknowledge that the Great Work needs additional paid in capital.
The following methods that can be used to achieve the Great Work. Not all methods are listed and different methods may be used at different times and in conjunction with other methods. All of this, of course, is dependent on the skill of the occultists.
Alchemy
Astrology
Numerology
Bibliomancy
Demonology
Cartomancy
Divination
Necromancy
Palmistry
Astrology
Numerology
Bibliomancy
Demonology
Cartomancy
Divination
Necromancy
Palmistry
A common misconception is that the achievement of the Great Work is a one time event. This is not correct. The Great Work or Magnum Opus is a continuous process and procedure that requires a great deal of time, that is, for a select fortunate Occultist, a lifetime.
We can express the Great Work in the following mathematical equation:
We can express the Great Work in the following mathematical equation:
Effort or Time + Money or Capital=Great Work or Magnum Opus
By its nature, success of the Great Work is subjective, not objective. The success of the Great Work is due to the skill or lack thereof, ability or lack thereof and determination or lack thereof of the individual Occultist.