{"title":"Jeffrey S. Kupperman","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"living-theurgy-a-course-in-iamblichus-philosophy-theology-and-theurgy-paperback","title":"Living Theurgy: A Course in Iamblichus' Philosophy, Theology and Theurgy - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLiving Theurgy is a masterpiece combining scholarly excellence with lucid practicality. Theurgy ('god-working') is a combination of ritual mystical practices interwoven with philosophy and theology. It was developed by Iamblichus and other Neoplatonists inspired by the works of philosophers including Plato, Aristotle and Pythagoras, and Julian the Chaldean.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuthor and scholar Jeffrey Kupperman elucidates and makes accessible the core ideologies and practices of Theurgy, which evolved through more than 1000 years of Platonic philosophy and cultural transformations. Kupperman guides the reader through the contemplative and theurgical practices used by the Neoplatonists to create effective spiritual transformation in the practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePhilosophia (Philosophy) as the foundation of Theurgy is explored through techniques such as lectio divina ('divine reading') contemplation and visualisation. It focuses on discussion of key concepts including virtue, wisdom, bravery, temperance, justice, evil, political philosophy, beauty and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTheologia (Theology) considers the One, also known as the Good, which is the source of all, through the spectrum of monotheism, polytheism and panentheism. It also explores different views regarding the nature and functions of the Demiurge, angels and daimons, and the human soul, and the practices of Theurgy, including the use of hymns and prayers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTheourgia (Theurgy) focuses on the practices, from purification and the use of signs, symbols and tokens to talismancy and the ensouling of eikons (divine images). The work concludes with a complete guide to the Invocation of the Personal Daimon, an essential step in the theurgic process of purification and illumination in seeking the Divine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLiving Theurgy is a literary psychopomp for practitioners seeking effective methods of developing their knowledge and relationship with the divine through Neoplatonic praxis. It is essential reading for all those interested in traditional forms of magical, philosophical, and religious practice, and the history of the western mysteries. \u003cem\u003e\"Philosophy is purifying, religion illuminating, but theurgy is uplifting.\u003c\/em\u003e\" Introduction, Jeffrey Kupperman\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51317844508895,"sku":"9781905297719","price":33.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/bGSFImXnPs9781905297719.webp?v=1788348619"},{"product_id":"a-theurgists-book-of-hours-paperback","title":"A Theurgist's Book of Hours - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for both beginners and advanced practitioners, \u003cem\u003eA Theurgist's Book of Hours\u003c\/em\u003e is an essential addition to the library of anyone interested in developing or deepening their connection with the divine via daily praxis. This fascinating and unique work builds on the foundations laid by author \u003cstrong\u003eJeffrey S. Kupperman\u003c\/strong\u003e in his previous book \u003cem\u003eLiving Theurgy \u003c\/em\u003e(Avalonia 2014) but also can be used independently, as it provides both the theoretical knowledge and the practical guidance needed to start incorporating theurgical prayer into your ritual practice. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile these teachings provide a structured framework which draws primarily upon the Neoplatonic teachings of Iamblichus, Proclus, Pseudo-Dionysius and the lunar\/solar calendar reforms of Plethon they are eminently adaptable and accessible to practitioners of any tradition which seeks direct connection and union with the divine, including Paganism, Christianity and Jewish Mysticism. In addition to detailed calendars, this unprecedented work provides all you need to form your own liturgy, including prayers, hymns and extracts from significant writings such as the Chaldean Oracles and the Greek Magical Papyri.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe resulting Book of Hours is truly one of a kind, and though its roots are ancient, its applications are a valuable addition to a living tradition that evolves along with us all. Theurgy is a growing area of interest for the modern esoteric practitioner and this book will prove itself indispensable to all who seek divine connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"In brief, prayer nurtures the mind, makes us more receptive to divine beings, habituates us to the otherwise potentially lethal divine light, perfects our ability to contact the gods, uplifts our minds to those of the gods, links us to them, purifies our pneumatic vehicle, brings out the divine element in the human soul, and makes us \"the familiar consorts of the gods.\" Prayer is so important that 'no sacred act can take place' without it\".\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Jeffrey Kupperman, A Theurgist's Book of Hours\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51377610948831,"sku":"9781905297894","price":33.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/kekMT3e3aS9781905297894.webp?v=1789236189"}],"url":"https:\/\/blackandbarhe.com\/collections\/jeffrey-s-kupperman.oembed","provider":"Black \u0026 Barhe Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}