Witchcraft is a topic that has fascinated and intrigued people throughout history. Often associated with magic and supernatural powers, witchcraft has been both feared and revered in different cultures around the world. In many societies, witches were believed to possess the ability to communicate with spirits, cast spells, and influence the course of events. One particularly intriguing aspect of witchcraft is the concept of the twelve entrances. According to some traditions, witches are believed to have twelve entrances or gateways through which they can access their power and connect with the spiritual realm. These entrances are said to correspond to the twelve zodiac signs, each representing different aspects of the witch's abilities and magic.
Not just for those new to the Temple or to Witchcraft. Current initiates are also welcome to join if looking for a refresher to the teachings in a new context or helping synthesizing a new practice or deepening older practices.
While rooted in a specific system, this is an excellent course for anyone seeking inspiration in their own personal practice and in particular a guide to working further in the Temple of Witchcraft tradition, as it draws on material from all five degrees of the Temple of Witchcraft s Mystery School and beyond, synthesizing a thorough introduction to the work. Video instruction with guided meditations and exercises from Christopher, written PDF Lessons for each module, links to Temple resources and articles, and a Discord forum for student-to-student conversation.
These entrances are said to correspond to the twelve zodiac signs, each representing different aspects of the witch's abilities and magic. For example, the entrance associated with Aries is believed to give the witch the power to initiate change and assert their will. Taurus represents the gateway to indulge in sensual pleasures and harness the earth's energies.
The Pillars of the Witches Temple
$375 for 20 lessons • enroll immediately using the Pillars of the Witches Temple product in the Temple Class Store.
- Lesson One • The Temple: Energy, Soul, and Cosmos
- Lesson Two • The Gates: Trance, Meditation & Journey
- Lesson Three • The Courtyard: Festivals & Mythos
- Lesson Four • The Lake: Purification & Protection
- Lesson Five • Walls of the Temple: The Elements
- Lesson Six • Hypostyle Hall: The Altar & Magick Circle
- Lesson Seven • Observatory: Astrology
- Lesson Eight • The Oracle: Divination
- Lesson Nine • Library: Spells and Written Magick
- Lesson Ten • Second Hall: Shrines to the Gods
- Lesson Eleven • Temple Lamps: Candle Magick
- Lesson Twelve • Home: Household Spirits
- Lesson Thirteen •Tomb: Ancestral Magick
- Lesson Fourteen • Farm, Garden, & Orchard: Living Magick
- Lesson Fifteen • Kitchen: Food Magick
- Lesson Sixteen • House of Life: Healing Magick & Potions
- Lesson Seventeen • Workshops: Charms, Art, and Magickal Crafts
- Lesson Eighteen • Behind the Temple: Illicit Magick
- Lesson Nineteen • Wilderness: Magick of the Landscape
- Lesson Twenty • Sanctuary, the Holy of Holies: Initiation & Tending the Temple
Using the metaphor of the ancient temple complex and its many parts as a focus for magick and spirituality, experience an intensive overview of the science, art, and mystery religion of the Witch through the traditions of the Temple of Witchcraft. Enter through the gates and open the gates of trance magick and meditation. Explore each chamber and learn different philosophies, techniques, symbols, rituals, and ways of integrating the holy arts of the Witch into your life.
A new way of learning and practicing the Temple of Witchcraft tradition outside of the formal structure of our Mystery School, this course gives you an overview of key practices and concepts.
Structured as a go-at-your-own-pace course, spend as much time in any of the temple chambers as you wish before moving into the next. Simply complete one lesson to gain access to the next.
Video instruction with guided meditations and exercises from Christopher, written PDF Lessons for each module, links to Temple resources and articles, and a Discord forum for student-to-student conversation. Includes:
- Over 200 page manual for the twenty lessons composed of both original material and adapted material from the Temple of Witchcraft series and the Temple of Witchcraft Book of Shadows as well as Christopher’s books, articles, poetry, rituals, and years of class notes and hand-outs.
- 50 Exercises of various rituals and meditations from each lesson.
- Over 25 formulas and spells.
- Links to over 30 additional articles from the Temple website encouraging deeper thought on the lessons.
- Over 30 additional audio or video recordings beyond the 20 lesson videos, of supplemental meditations from the Temple of Witchcraft archives!
While rooted in a specific system, this is an excellent course for anyone seeking inspiration in their own personal practice and in particular a guide to working further in the Temple of Witchcraft tradition, as it draws on material from all five degrees of the Temple of Witchcraft’s Mystery School and beyond, synthesizing a thorough introduction to the work.
Successful completion of this course grants General Membership in the Temple of Witchcraft for those who choose to join. Homework is self-reviewed and students are encouraged to return to past lessons for review to deepen their understanding, integrating a daily practice with only the final lesson sent in for confirmation of membership.
Not just for those new to the Temple or to Witchcraft. Current initiates are also welcome to join if looking for a refresher to the teachings in a new context or helping synthesizing a new practice or deepening older practices.
Required Reading
Foundations of the Temple
Recommended Reading
The Casting of Spells
The Lightning of Candles
The Inner Temple of Witchcraft
The Outer Temple of Witchcraft
The Gates of Witchcraft
Gemini is associated with communication and the ability to manipulate information, while Cancer is linked to emotions and psychic abilities. Moving further, Leo represents the entrance to creative expression and the ability to attract attention and admiration. Virgo, on the other hand, is associated with the entrance to practical magic and healing. Libra represents the gateway to balance and harmony, offering the witch the power to manipulate and influence relationships. Scorpio is connected to the entrance of transformation and the ability to delve into the depths of the subconscious. Sagittarius represents the gateway to exploration and gaining knowledge from different cultures and spiritual philosophies. Capricorn is believed to be the entrance to power and leadership, while Aquarius represents the gateway to independent thinking and innovation. Lastly, Pisces is associated with the entrance to intuition and the ability to tap into the collective unconscious. These entrances, or gateways, are believed to be portals that allow the witch to tap into specific energies and abilities associated with each zodiac sign. By understanding and harnessing these entrances, witches are able to channel their power and influence the world around them in accordance with their intentions and desires. While the concept of the twelve entrances may vary in different witchcraft traditions, it is clear that they hold significance in understanding and utilizing the powers of witchcraft. Whether one believes in the existence of these entrances or not, they serve as a framework for exploring and understanding the complexities of witchcraft and the ways in which witches tap into their power and connect with the spiritual realm..
Reviews for "The Twelve Entrances: Portals to the Otherworld in Witchcraft"
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3. Liam - 1/5 stars - "Witchcraft and the Twelve Entrances" was a complete waste of time for me. The writing was amateurish, filled with grammatical errors and awkward sentence structures. The dialogue was stilted and unrealistic, making it hard for me to believe in the interactions between the characters. The plot lacked coherence and was filled with plot holes, leaving me confused and frustrated. I struggled to finish this book and cannot find any redeeming qualities in it. I would strongly advise others to avoid this book at all costs.