Between the Gates: Lucid Dreaming, Astral Projection, and the Body of Light in Western Esotericism

by Mark Stavish, John Michael Greer (Introduction)

Overview

An A to Z guide to evolved states of consciousness. Between the Gates is a manual of selfinitiation and liberation that takes the student through the basic methods of experiencing dream states and conscious astral projection, to the ultimate culmination of consciousness creation of the Body of Light. Between the Gates is for anyone who has ever desired to experience the "afterlife" while still alive, or who has desired to rid themselves of the fear of death. While drawing upon traditional Qabalistic and alchemical sources, the methods presented are applicable to a variety of traditions and schools of thought. Between the Gates functions as an "A to Z" guide to psychic initiation toward higher consciousness, and ultimately, to preparation for the great transition beyond this life and this physical body.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781578633968
Publisher:	Red Wheel/Weiser
Publication date:	02/01/2008
Pages:	243
Sales rank:	1,118,000
Product dimensions:	5.75(w) x 8.75(h) x (d)

About the Author

Mark Stavish has over 25 years of experience in traditional spirituality and is an internationally respected authority on the study and practical application of alchemy, Qabala, and astrology. Stavish is the author of The Path of Alchemy. In 1998 he established the Institute for Hermetic Studies. Stavish resides in Wyoming, Pennsylvania.

John Michael Greer has been a student of the occult traditions and nature spirituality for more than twentyfive years. He is the author of numerous articles and more than ten books including Natural Magic, The New Encyclopedia of the Occult, The Druidry Handbook, and The Druid Magic Handbook. He is also the coauthor of Learning Ritual Magic and Pagan Prayer Beads. He lives in Ashland, Oregon with his wife Sara.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments     iv
Foreword   John Michael Greer     v
Introduction     viii
How to Use This Book     xvi
Mansions of the Soul     1
Maps of Eternity: The Invisible in Western Esotericism     23
Lucid Dreaming: Gateway to the Invisible     56
The Magical Voice and the Body of Light     72
Astral Projection in Qabala     99
Astral Projection in Alchemy     119
The Body of Light: Its Creation and Use     138
Assumption of the Godform     164
Preparing for Death and Beyond     180
Assisting the Dying     210
Reading List     222
Physical Resurrection and Incorruptibility     225
The Hebrew Letters and Their Esoteric Meanings     230
The Powers of the Hebrew Letters, According to Eliphas Levi     233
Notes     236