Christianity and Witchcraft: From Condemnation to Coexistence

Explore the fascinating and transgressive world of the Munich Handbook of Necromancy (Clm 849), a unique medieval text that unveils the complex interplay between magic, religion, and ritual power in late medieval Europe. This video delves into the handbook's systematic approach to necromantic practices, its reliance on Christian liturgical elements, and its deep roots in clerical culture. Discover how this manuscript reflects the tensions between orthodoxy and heresy, sacred and profane while revealing the medieval worldview's intricate cosmology and its enduring intrigue with the arcane. Join me as we uncover the secrets of this remarkable cultural artefact, offering a window into the clerical underworld and the potent allure of forbidden knowledge. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join MY PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCE 📚 Kieckhefer, R. (1997). Forbidden Rites: A Necromancer’s Manual of the Fifteenth Century. Penn State University Press. (Clm 849) MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

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 This episode explores the fascinating world of servitors—mystical constructs intentionally created to perform specific tasks, bridging the realms of magic, psychology, and spirituality. From their origins in ancient traditions like the Jewish golem and Tibetan tulpa to their evolution in Chaos Magic, servitors have captivated practitioners across cultures for centuries. We’ll explore how these "artificial" entities are brought to life through focused intention, ritual practices, and symbolic frameworks. What makes servitors so intriguing is their dual nature: are they metaphysical tools harnessing unseen energies or psychological projections manifesting from the depths of our subconscious? Along the way, we’ll uncover lesser-known historical practices, the influence of modern thinkers like Carl Jung, and how servitors are used today—not only for magical purposes but also for self-development and creative empowerment. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join MY PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 RECOMMENDED READINGS 📖 REFERENCES 📚 Carroll, P. J. (1987). Liber null & psychonaut: An introduction to chaos magic. Red Wheel Weiser. ISBN: 9781609255299. David-Néel, A. (1929). Magic and mystery in Tibet. Claude Kendall. Farrar, J., & Farrar, S. (1984). A witches’ bible: the complete witches’ handbook. Phoenix ; Robert Hale. Idel, M., & York, S. U. N. (1990). Golem: Jewish magical and mystical traditions on the artificial anthropoid. State University of New York Press. Kaplan, A. (1990). Sefer Yetzirah: The Book of Creation. Weiser Books Paracelsus. (1529). De natura rerum. Zambelli, P. (1992). The speculum astronomiae and its inigma. Springer. MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

Dive into the fascinating history and practices of necromancy in this academic exploration! From its origins in ancient Greece and Mesopotamia to its role in ancestor veneration, divination, and ritual magic, this video traces necromancy's evolution across cultures and its moral and theological implications. Discover its ambiguous standing in history, its portrayal in classical texts, and how modern esoteric traditions reinterpret this enduring practice. Join me as we bridge the worlds of the living and the dead! CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join MY PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 RECOMMENDED READINGS 📖 REFERENCES 📚 •Betz, H. D. (Ed.). (1992). The Greek magical papyri in translation, including the Demotic spells (PGM) (2nd ed.). University of Chicago Press. •Bottéro, J. (1992). Mesopotamia: Writing, reasoning, and the gods (Z. Bahrani & M. Van De Mieroop, Trans.). University of Chicago Press. •Caciola, N. (2003). Discerning spirits: Divine and demonic possession in the Middle Ages. Cornell University Press. •Chittick, W. C. (2007). Sufism: A short introduction. Oneworld Publications. •Faure, B. (2003). The red thread: Buddhist approaches to sexuality. Princeton University Press. •Graf, F. (1997). Magic in the ancient world (F. Philip, Trans.). Harvard University Press. •Harkness, D. E. (1999). John Dee's conversations with angels: Cabala, alchemy, and the end of nature. Cambridge University Press. •Homer. (n.d.). The Odyssey (Book 11). •Hurbon, L. (1995). Voodoo: Truth and fantasy (L. Frankel, Trans.). Thames & Hudson. •Hutton, R. (1996). The stations of the sun: A history of the ritual year in Britain. Oxford University Press. •Jeffers, A. (1996). Magic and divination in ancient Palestine and Syria. Brill. •Kieckhefer, R. (1998). Forbidden rites: A necromancer's manual of the fifteenth century. Penn State University Press. •Klutz, T. E. (2012). Testament of Solomon. John Wiley & Sons Ltd. •Lucan. (n.d.). Pharsalia (Book VI). •Ogden, D. (2001). Greek and Roman necromancy. Princeton University Press. •Pócs, É. (1999). Between the living and the dead: A perspective on witches and seers in the early modern age. Central European University Press. •Rankine, D., & Skinner, S. (2010). The veritable key of Solomon: Liber officiorum spirituum. Avalonia. •Siikala, A.-L. (2002). Mythic images and shamanism: A perspective on Kalevala poetry. Finnish Literature Society. •Taylor, J. H. (2001). Death and the afterlife in ancient Egypt. University of Chicago Press. •The Holy Bible. (n.d.). Deuteronomy 18:10–12 and 1 Samuel 28, various translations. •Urban, H. B. (2003). Magia sexualis: Sex, magic, and liberation in modern Western esotericism. University of California Press. MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

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Join me as we unravel the enigmatic history of Baphomet, a figure that has fascinated and mystified across centuries. From its medieval origins in the trials of the Knights Templar to its profound reinterpretation by 19th-century occultist Eliphas Lévi, this episode explores how Baphomet evolved into an icon of mysticism, balance, and duality. Discover its transformation through the works of Aleister Crowley, modern Satanism, and Pagan movements, and its enduring impact on Western esotericism and popular culture. Is Baphomet a misunderstood idol or a potent symbol of spiritual synthesis? Let’s dive deep into its layered legacy and unravel its true significance! CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join MY PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCES 📚 Barber, M. (1994). The New Knighthood: A History of the Order of the Temple. Cambridge University Press. https://doi.org/10.2307/3168671 Burman, E. (1990). The Templars: Knights of God. Inner Traditions/Bear. Crowley, A. (1973). Magick. Samuel Weiser. Drury, N. (2011). Stealing Fire from Heaven: The Rise of Modern Western Magic. Oxford University Press. Doyle White, E. (2016). Wicca: History, Belief, and Community in Modern Pagan Witchcraft. Sussex Academic Press. Faivre, A. (1994). Access to Western Esotericism. SUNY Press. Farrar, J., & Bone, G. (2004). Progressive Witchcraft: Spirituality, Mysteries, and Training in Modern Wicca. Career Press. Faxneld, P., & Petersen, J. A. (2012). The Devil's Party: Satanism in Modernity. Oxford University Press. Hutton, R. (1999). The Triumph of the Moon: A History of Modern Pagan Witchcraft. Oxford University Press. LaVey, A. S., & Gilmore, P. H. (2005). The Satanic Bible. Avon. Laycock, J. P. (2020). Speak of the Devil: How the Satanic Temple is Changing the Way We Talk about Religion. Oxford University Press. Lévi, É. (1856). Dogme et Rituel de la Haute Magie. Paris. Translated by A. E. Waite as Transcendental Magic: Its Doctrine and Ritual. London, 1896. Medway, G. J. (2001). Lure of the Sinister: The Unnatural History of Satanism. New York University Press. Murray, M. (1921). The Witch-Cult in Western Europe. Oxford University Press. Partner, P. (1982). Murdered Magicians: The Templars and Their Myths. Oxford University Press. Ralls, K. (2003). The Templars and the Grail: Knights of the Quest. Quest Books. Regardie, I. (1940). The Golden Dawn. Llewellyn Publications. Schonfield H.J. (1984) Essene Odyssey: The Mystery of the True Teacher and the Essene Impact on the Shaping of Human Destiny. Element Books. Strube, J. (2017). The “Baphomet” of Eliphas Lévi: Its meaning and historical context. Correspondences, 4, 37–79. Sutin, L. (2000). Do What Thou Wilt: A Life of Aleister Crowley. St. Martin’s Press. Van Luijk, R. (2016). Children of Lucifer: The Origins of Modern Religious Satanism. Oxford University Press. Visconti. Visconti, M. (2023). The Aleister Crowley Manual. Watkins Publishing.  MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

oin us for an engaging and insightful livestream roundtable celebrating the release of Pagan Religions in 5 Minutes. This event brings together an esteemed panel of experts in Pagan studies, each contributing unique perspectives from their diverse academic and research backgrounds. Panelists: Dr Jenny Butler is a Lecturer in the Study of Religions at University College Cork. She has conducted extensive research on Paganism in Ireland and is the author of the forthcoming book "21st Century Irish Paganism: Worldview, Ritual, Identity". Vivianne Crowley lectures in Psychology of Religion at Nottingham Trent University, UK, and Cherry Hill Seminary, Columbia SC. Her research interests include contemporary Paganism, religious experience, and women religious leaders. Sabina Magliocco, Ph.D. is Professor of Anthropology and Chair of the Program in the Study of Religion at the University of British Columbia. She is a leading authority on the modern Pagan movement and has published extensively on religion, folklore, and witchcraft in Europe and North America. Suzanne Owen is an associate professor in the study of religion at Leeds Trinity University in the United Kingdom researching British Druidry and Indigeneity in Newfoundland. Giovanna Parmigiani is an anthropologist working on magic, contemporary Paganisms, and alternative spiritualities. She is a Lecturer at Harvard Divinity School, a Research Associate at Harvard's CSWR, a co-chair of the Contemporary Pagan Studies Unit at the American Academy of Religion, and the host of the online series Gn Website: https://www.giovannaparmigiani.com/ CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/course WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join MY PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥  ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

 book I co-edited with Dr Suzanne Owen. These copies are personally signed by both of us, and they’re ready to find a home with two of you, as a thank you for supporting me on this journey and for helping expand our community of learners and seekers. Here’s How to Enter It’s super easy! 1. Subscribe to my channel if you haven’t already. You’ll need to be a subscriber to win. 2. Leave a comment on this video answering one question: "What fascinates you most about the topics we discuss on Angela’s Symposium?" Tell me what draws you to these subjects. 3. Share this video on your social media— YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook—and tag me (@angelapuca11 on Twitter and otherwise @drangelapuca on Instagram, Threads and Facebook) with the hashtag #PaganReligionsIn5. Please paste the name of the Social Media Platform and your user name/handle in the comments section below so I can verify you followed the rules. Following this procedure will grant you 1 entry point. Extra Entries for Patrons For those of you who are patrons on Patreon and enter the giveaway, there’s something extra: • Every patron automatically gets another extra entry to increase your chances. • Patrons at Magus level or higher, who have been with me for four months or more, get three entries as a thank you for your amazing support. • Let me know by direct message in Patreon with details of your entry so I can make sure you get your extra entries. The Deadline Make sure to get your entry in by 16th of November at midnight GMT. Winners will be announced during the Livestream on Sunday, 17th of November at 6 pm GMT. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join MY PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

Let's explore the intricate history between Christianity and witchcraft, tracing how the Church's views on magic and supernatural practices evolved from the early Christian period to the modern day. This lecture unpacks the meaning of 'witchcraft' within a Christian context, revealing how the term came to signify a threat to divine authority. Through scriptural interpretations, the perspectives of early Church Fathers, and medieval theological distinctions between 'white' and 'black' magic, we uncover Christianity's shifting stance—from condemnation and demonology-fuelled witch hunts to ambivalent tolerance of folk practices. We also examine the rise of ceremonial magic traditions, such as Rosicrucianism and Freemasonry, which attempted to harmonise Christian mysticism with esoteric pursuits, and how these traditions influenced contemporary Pagan practices. This video sheds light on the far-reaching impact of these historical interactions, showing how Christian symbolism continues to influence modern Paganism and esotericism. Dive into this fascinating journey through faith, fear, and the ongoing dialogue between Christianity and witchcraft. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join MY PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 REFERENCES 📚 Bailey, M. D. (2007). Magic and Superstition in Europe: A Concise History from Antiquity to the Present. Rowman & Littlefield. Bogdan, H., & Snoek, J.A.M. (Eds.). (10 Nov. 2016). Handbook of Freemasonry. Leiden, The Netherlands: Brill. Davies, O. (2007). Popular Magic: Cunning-Folk in English History. Hambledon Continuum. Edighoffer, R., & Introvigne, M. (2008). Rosicrucianism. In W. J. Hanegraaff (ed.), The Brill Dictionary of Gnosis & Western Esotericism Online. Brill. Flint, V. I. J. (1991). The Rise of Magic in Early Medieval Europe. Princeton University Press. Hutton, R. (1999). The Triumph of the Moon: A History of Modern Pagan Witchcraft. Oxford University Press. Kieckhefer, R. (1989). Magic in the Middle Ages. Cambridge University Press. Levack, B. P. (1987). The Witch-Hunt in Early Modern Europe. Longman. Monter, E. W. (1976). Witchcraft in France and Switzerland: The Borderlands during the Reformation. Cornell University Press. Russell, J. B. (1972). The Devil: Perceptions of evil from antiquity to primitive Christianity. Cornell University Press. York, M. (2003). Pagan Theology: Paganism as a World Religion. New York University Press. MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!

Let's delve into the enigmatic world of Western esotericism through the lens of Fernando Pessoa, my favourite poet and a fascinating figure in both literature and esoteric thought. Pessoa's unique approach to esotericism, embodied through his famous heteronyms, presents a multifaceted exploration that challenges traditional perspectives on spirituality, philosophy, and identity. We’ll start by situating Pessoa in the broader academic discourse on esotericism, examining Antoine Faivre’s foundational model and Wouter Hanegraaff’s expanded definitions. We then explore how Pessoa’s heteronyms—distinct personas like Alberto Caeiro, Ricardo Reis, and Álvaro de Campos—each offer a unique esoteric worldview, from naturalistic pantheism to mystical modernism, showcasing a plurality of voices that embody different spiritual paths. In addition, we’ll uncover Pessoa’s complex relationship with the notorious occultist Aleister Crowley, highlighting how their collaboration at the Boca do Inferno became a legendary event, blending real life and esoteric performance. CONNECT & SUPPORT💖 MY COURSES 👩🏻‍🎓 https://drangelapuca.com/courses WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER 💌 https://www.drangelapuca.com/#newsletter BOOK A TUTORING OR A LECTURE 📖https://drangelapuca.com/services BECOME MY PATRON! 🎩 https://www.patreon.com/angelapuca SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ☕️https://ko-fi.com/drangelapuca ONE-OFF DONATIONS 💰 https://paypal.me/angelasymposium JOIN MEMBERSHIPS 👥 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSbip_LX2AxbGeAQfLp-Ig/join MY PODCAST 🎙 https://open.spotify.com/show/2TKoWTGe6OKRokHN2zUIxM?si=dd9f50a734b14f86 MY MERCH 👕 https://drangelapuca.creator-spring.com/ FOLLOW ME👣 - YouTube (@drangelapuca)🌟 - Instagram (@drangelapuca) 📸 - TikTok (@drangelapuca) 🎵 - Twitter (@angelapuca11) 🐦 - Facebook (Dr Angela Puca) 👥 RECOMMENDED READINGS 📖 REFERENCES 📚 MY SET-UP 🛠️ - Canon 90D camera 📸 https://amzn.to/3yQclh0 - Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 📷 https://amzn.to/3JjU1BS - Teleprompter 🗒️ https://amzn.to/3linWCB - Shure SM7B Microphone 🎙️ https://amzn.to/3Jm5IYK - Microphone stand 🎤 https://amzn.to/3FueJOn - Lights 💡 https://amzn.to/3Zdk8k1 - DJI Wireless microphones 📡 https://amzn.to/3NWAVVQ ⚠️ Copyright of Dr Angela Puca, in all of its parts ⚠️ Music by Erose MusicBand. Check them out!