These courses comprise the basis and explanation of Medieval, Renaissance, and even what would be surviving folk magic from the period, wherein the student is given the philosophy, theory, and practical means to engage in various magical practices from their period. Several courses are listed as Optional, and while enrollment in them is strongly encouraged, it is not essential as some students may have acquired this information through previous study.
This course demonstrates a step-by-step process for organizing their study and practice of esotericism. It teaches spiritual practices designed to help us re-engage with nature and its forces, both seen and unseen, yet always experienced. Knowing when practices will bring us the most benefit allows us to progress and have confidence in our work.
This course is a concise and thorough introduction to the theories and practices of Pennsylvania German folk magic, a complete system of magical practice.
This is an ideal course for those seeking a firm foundation in Western esotericism and the practices of alchemy, astrology, energy healing, and ritual symbolism.
This course is a complete, detailed, and practical introduction to the importance of ritual purity, the role of exorcism, and the use of defensive magic on a daily basis. It is designed to provide students with detailed means of maintaining psychic health and purity as they undertake various spiritual practices. It also teaches how to protect places and people from unwanted psychic influences. These are classical and medieval methods as found in several schools of European ceremonial and folk magic.
This six-week course is designed to give the student a thorough working knowledge of the theory and practice of genethlialogy, or natal astrology. The student will learn:
There will be an optional exam and certificate in natal astrology from the Institute for Hermetic Studies with a passing grade.
This course consists of eight sessions previously delivered live during the regularly scheduled IHS Practice Sessions with Questions and Answers. This is the complete course along with additional essays and articles that were mentioned or provided during the original presentation. It is a complete and thorough introduction to the Practice of the Presence of God as understood by generations of accomplished adepts and we welcome and encourage your participation in these heroic teachings suitable for our current age.
This course introduces you to Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa and the world of the Renaissance magus while drawing heavily on the philosophical and practical works of Marsilio Ficino, Johannes Reuchlin, Pico della Mirandola, as well as classical authors.
Book One starts with the elemental or material world in Book One. In Book Two, the aspiring adept is introduced to the significant role of astrology in occult workings. Finally, in Book Three, the celestial realms are revealed so that the entire cosmos in seen as an integrated web of Being.
Join IHS Director of Studies, Mark Stavish, for this complete overview of the theories, methods, and practices of traditional Pennsylvania German folk magic. He will draw connections and comparisons between this folk practice and Classical, Medieval, Renaissance magic, and other traditions where applicable.
This is an ideal course for those seeking a firm foundation in Western esotericism and the practices of alchemy, astrology, energy healing, and ritual symbolism.
In this course, you will learn the philosophy, history and magical applications of astrology while exploring the art’s theory and practice. Key principles will be explored and situated within the context of Western Esotericism. This course takes a comprehensive look at the doctrines underlying Hellenistic, Medieval, Renaissance and Modern astrology and culminates in the “Big Operation” by which the native’s (the subject of a nativity or birth chart) personal daimon is discovered. This course is appropriate for all levels.
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