Slated for a June 2024 release, we have received final artist’s illustrations for the new Araxes Press 10-year anniversary edition of Frater Ashen Chassan’s Gateways Through Stone and Circle.
Due to the additionally commissioned artwork by Alex McVey and the full color photos placed throughout the book, there may be an increase in cover cost in the near future, so we’re urging interested readers and collectors to get their preorders in now to avoid any extra cost.
GATEWAYS THROUGH STONE AND CIRCLE by Frater Ashen Chassan 10 year Anniversary Edition – Limited Edition Hardcover
Limited edition hardcover of only 1,000 copies. 6×9, 200pp, cloth bound, with foilstamp, and sewn in satin ribbon marker. Introduction by Dr. Stephen Skinner and new foreword by the author. Book has been completely re-typeset, with many new illustrations. Picture show is a mockup of what we anticipate the final book will resemble. There may…
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More About Gateways Through Stone and Circle
Unlock the secrets of ancient ceremonial magic with Gateways Through Stone and Circle, a comprehensive exploration of the profound “Art of Drawing Spirits into Crystals.” This compendium is the culmination of personal experiences and meticulous research conducted by a seasoned traditional ceremonial magician who has delved deep into the classical book of magic. Drawing spirits into crystals, an arcane practice attributed to Trithemius of Spanheim and documented in Francis Barrett’s “The Magus,” comes to life within these pages.
Within the depths of this volume, you will embark on a transformative journey, delving into detailed research, personal experiments, and the tangible evocation of the seven planetary archangels and intelligences. The author vividly recounts his encounters, making the invisible visible and the inaudible audible. Step by step, you’ll gain insight into the seven planetary archangels, instructions for crafting traditional implements and furniture as per the grimoire’s specifications, and even detailed illustrations of the author’s own equipment.
Discover the enigmatic “Book of Spirits” (Liber Spirituum) as it is unraveled in meticulous detail, equipping you with the knowledge to create and employ one effectively. This invaluable resource doesn’t stop at mere descriptions; it also guides you through enhancing your scrying abilities, working with a partner, and seamlessly executing the entire ceremony from start to finish.
This modern-day grimoire offers something truly unique in the realm of traditional magic. It’s a practical, hands-on manual meticulously crafted by a practitioner with nearly two decades of experience in Western occult magic. Each method remains faithful to the original texts, enriched with valuable suggestions and insights to aid both novices and seasoned practitioners.
In the quest for effective discourse with the cosmos’s most potent beings, “Gateways Through Stone and Circle” is your definitive guide to drawing spirits into crystals. No longer will you need to rely on theoretical analyses or guesswork. This is your opportunity to replicate a reliable system of magic, resurrected and brought to life as closely as possible to its historical origins. Don’t miss the chance to embark on this enchanting journey—order your copy today and begin drawing spirits into crystals like never before.
