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Gnosticism
(meaning knowledge) refers to a religious movement (referred to as a Gnostic
Priesthood) consisting of multiple beliefs united in the teaching that we are
divine souls within a material world created by an imperfect universe. One needs
gnosis, or spiritual knowledge available to all through direct experience or
knowledge (gnosis) of the universe, within the sects of Gnosticism however only
Craft obtain Gnosis. Jesus of Nazareth is identified by some Gnostic sects as an
incarnation of the Supreme Being whom brought gnosis to the earth, and that he
was ‘equal to’ the Divine Intelligence of Mary Magdalene – The Patron of
many Gnostic Orders. It is widely believed that Mary may have been the Divine
incarnation.
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Here
at Baphomet
Lodge we follow the Gnostic path of the Knights Templar, having contacts around the
Globe. The United Kingdom founder, Jonathan Ludd is best known for his work within
the community facilitating Handfastings, House Blessings, Naming
Ceremonies, and Last Rites. Jonathan attends four of the key sites on a regular basis.
He
made the decision to publish the knowledge of Witchcraft so that all may benefit, 'The Pagan Book of Wisdom and
Knowledge' and 'Secret Art and Magical Practice are now
available. Take
time to visit
our Publishing
Website.
The
purpose of Baphomet Lodge is to welcome all to it's doors and guide
each and every individual towards the light. A seeker will be
given every opportunity to discover scripture over 10,000 years old, and
learn how to master the Art of Craft. We
celebrate each cycle and practice on inner ritual dates. Our sacred
day is Saturday in modern times, where we meet to install the degrees and perform
magic. Each degree can take 3-months to 3-years to achieve, and once the
Master (or Mistress) of the Lodge is satisfied with the
Recipient's progress, a planned path will be agreed.
We
have no belief system in good or bad, but as each Practitioner performs
ritual, he or she will decide which level of energy and power to draw upon
to ensure that the magic works. From
Spell Craft, Craft Workings, Hex Craft, Oath to Life, The Spheres, Several
Stations, and the House of Deity, are all but a few aspects of this path.
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