Magick in Theory and Practice (Section 4)

xiii. On my right hand, Michael. xiv. On my left hand, Auriel; xv. For about me fiâmes the Pentagram, xvi. And in the Column stands the six-rayed Star, xvii-xxi. Repeat (i) to (v), the Qabalistic Cross. The Greater Ritual of the Pentagram The Pentagrams are traced in the air with the sword or other weapon, the name spoken aloud, and the signs used, as illustrated. The Pentagrams of Spirit. Equilibrium of Actives. Name : A H I H (Eheieh) Equilibrium of Passives, Name A G L A (Agla). The signs of the Portai (See illustrations) : Extend the hands in front of you, palms outwards, separate them as if in the act of rending asunder a veil or curtain (actives), and then bring them together as if closing it up again and let them fall to the side (passives). (The Grade of the “Portai” is particularly attributed to the element of Spirit ; it refers to the Sun; the Paths of O,*! and are attributed to this degree. See “777” lmes 6 and 31 bis). The Pentagrams of Fire. Name: A L H I M (Elohim). — 380 —