Ritual for Generation of Magical Force
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I appreciate you taking the time to answer these things. I know it seems pretty silly when you are a pro, but from where I am looking at things, it is often difficult to separate critical elements of the operation from elements of the operation that you can be flexible, and experimented with. And then, of course, there is also the issue of being familiar enough with the variables to be flexible in ways that are harmonious with the operation at hand.
"The circle is the circumference of the Zodiac.
"What does this mean? How is this applied as an instruction for creating the circle?
It could mean quite a few things. You don't actually have to do anything with it at all"
"Ok, good. I just wanted to make sure I wasn't missing something that I should be doing there.
Altar cloth, candles, etc. conform to Chokmah's numbers and colors.
"Can you give an example of what color altar cloth to use in this case? What color candles and how many should be on the altar? I understand that the can be found in 777, but if I have an example of what would be suitable then I can compare it to what is in 777 and make sure that I am interpreting it correctly.
"Really, you should look this up! All you need to look up are: What are Chokmah's numbers and colors?"
"I wasn't sure on the appropriate color scale to be using in this case. I'm still a bit confused on when one would want to use the different color scales based on the goal that they are aiming at.
"I recommend always using white candles unless you have a specific reason to do something else."
Ah, see, I'll take your recommendation on that, but I'm glad I asked.
"Vestments as deemed suitable, but with a white or soft gray countercharge.
"What are some examples of suitable vestments? What is meant by countercharge?
"I am not going to pick your clothes for you!
Countercharge: Some use of color set in contrast or juxtaposition to the rest of your attire. For example, a white or gray sash or color or mantle or jock strap or whatever."
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"Fair enough, if you're not going to pick my clothes for me.
I was mainly thinking of the color issue again and now I understand what countercharge means."At least the Cup, Censer, and Candle should be on the altar to symbolized the Supernal Triad;
"Only one candle is mentioned here. Earlier it was suggested that the number of candles should correspond to Chokmah's number. Does that mean that there should be two candles, not one?
"Excellent question, and does seem inconsistent. Part of the ambiguity is because I keep throwing out possibilities from which you can choose, trying to get you to struggle with this as the best way for you to learn.
Consider, for example: Two candles marking the altar - as mentioned before - but, in the center of the altar, a third candle (intentionally different so that it's not part of the same set - for example, use tapers otherwise and make this one a votive) as the apex of a triangle of the other two items."
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"Makes sense. Thanks!
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@kerlem93 said
"I wasn't sure on the appropriate color scale to be using in this case. I'm still a bit confused on when one would want to use the different color scales based on the goal that they are aiming at. "
And you're right, that's a complicated subject that requires some "seasoning." A good rule of thumb is to use what you see on the Tree of Life - Queen Scale for sephiroth, King Scale for paths - and only vary from that when you have a specific reason.
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"I am immeasurably pleased that you did not ask me where to buy a dildo."
Aww, shoot. I was hoping to get a hot tip on a supplier of adult toys while I was at it. Can I use a double ended dildo, since it might better represent the number 2 of Chokmah? Just kidding!
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@kerlem93 said
"When it says to vibrate the divine hierarchy of Chokmah, does that include Yah (Chokmah's divine name) or just Razial (Archangel) and Ophanim (Angelic Choir)?"
The hierachy begins with the Divine Name so, yes, include it.
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@kerlem93 said
"This divine hierarchy of Chokmah is vibrated at the center of each of the Saturn hexagrams when doing the invoking and banishing hexagram rituals for Chokmah, not the God Name of Saturn (YHVH Elohim), is that right?"
Yes. But they aren't "Saturn hexagrams." (It would mislead you to think of it in those terms.) The top point is used for each of the Supernals, so these are actually Chokmah hexagrams.
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As an equivalent, for comparison: The bottom point is used not only for Yesod/Moon, but also for Malkuth and the lunar nodes. But if you use it for Malkuth it is no longer a lunar hexagram, it's a Malkuth hexagram.