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CONTENTS
Note to the Reader
Acknowledgments
Chapter One
The Occult Arts and Sciences: An Introduction to Medieval Metaphysics
Chapter Two
Introduction to the Theban Alphabet and Its Mysterious History
Honorius of Thebes: Secret Chronicler of the Ancients
Ancient Wisdom of the Theban Oracle
Chapter Three
Outline and General Rules for Drawing the Theban Stones
The Process
The Daily Draw of One
The Theban Three-Stone Formation
The Theban Six
The Theban Nine
The Hand Cast
The Tree of Life
Chapter Four
Clarification and Methodology of the Theban Oracle
A: The Journey Ahead, Change, a New Development
B: Intellect, Pride, Divine Wisdom, Abundance
C: An Inner Power, Self-Realization, Divine Understanding
D: Self-Restraint, Reflection, Flow, Transformation
E: Friendship, Distinguished Companionship, Partnership
F: A Warning, Fear, Ignorance, Self-Loathing
G: The Sovereign Feminine Spirit, Inward Wisdom, the Pursuit of
Enlightenment
H: Concentration, Thought, Wise Decisions
I, J: Life Cycle, Natural Order, Cosmic Upheaval
K: Discipline, Regulation, Self-Order, Divine Nourishment
L: Stagnation, Languishing, Persecution, Surrender
M: Rage, Negative Temperament, Ending of Innocence
N: Willpower, a Crusade, a Priceless Gift
O: Divine Understanding, Angelic Overseeing, Transitional Harmony
P: A Sacrifice, Solitude, the Sacred Quest
Q: Endurance, Steadfastness, Rectification, Balance
R: Interference, Disturbance, Submission, Withdrawal
S: Wealth, a Tribute, a Spiritual Path, the Unseen
T: Tranquility, Simplicity, Joy
U, V, W: The True Male Significance, Divine Silence, Emotional Transition
X: Darkness and Light, Coexisting Differences, Misconception, Judgment
Y: Cherubic Protection, Security, Divine Mortality
Z: A Portal or Entrance, an Elevated Transposition
Ending Stone: Ending to a Life Process, Life Transition, Concurrence
Mystery Stone: An Unknowable Path, the Mystery of Arcane Origins,
Spiritual Freedom
Chapter Five
Medieval Metaphysics and the Quest for Truth and Enlightenment
Chapter Six
Using the Theban Stones for Goodly Spell Casting
Spells and Rituals for Love-Related Issues
Theban Spell for Finding True Love
Theban Spell to Restore Lost Love
Theban Incense and Oil Spells for Purification and Protection
Theban Negativity Cleansing Incense Ritual
Theban Negativity Releasing Ritual
Theban Home Cleansing Ritual
Theban Incense Money Ritual
Theban Candle Magick
Basic Candle Colors
Candle Preparation and Anointing
Carving Theban Symbols
Chapter Seven
Constructing and Caring for Your Theban Stones
Protection and Cleansing Techniques
Appendix: Theban Association Chart
Bibliography
About the Author
This book and the wonders of the Theban mysteries
are fondly dedicated to: Jami Vass and Leslie Anne McFadyen,
who listened with care and love, and who offered me their
admiration and understanding during dark times.
Also to Isabelle Moller,
who first introduced me to the many philosophical ideals
of a new age of positive thinking, and to William Bryant Garrick,
a most worthy acolyte . . . These warm regards in return.
I offer this creation to my father, Gordon Clinton Jenkins,
who left us far too soon. You were the most noble and honest man I have ever
known . . . You will always be missed.
NOTE TO THE READER
The majesty and wonder of the Theban enigma and its significance to the
realms of ancient magick has been and continues to be of great inspiration for
modern scholars. Past the initial formulation and construction of this codex and
oracle system devised centuries ago, right on through its modern applications, I
found an incredible ease associated with recognizing and indeed
comprehending its seemingly mystical placement beyond the typical
understanding since its origin. Whether engaged in the task of scholarly
research, or while in the practice and testing of this codex system as a tool for
oraclelike practices, I discovered a systematic and remarkable flow of wisdom
appearing to me in an auspicious comportment. Indeed, I have no doubt that the
beholder of this system, whether used as a game with friends and family, or as
an oracle that has survived the centuries, will also find a singular magick, which
emanates from this unique means of divination, serving you well throughout the
years to come.
Although at first glance the contents of this book may appear to be highly
intense in comprehension, requiring many skills within the area of both low and
high magick, it is designed specifically for both those who possess an average
understanding of the magi arts, and those who already embrace a higher
awareness in such preternatural realms. In either case, I am sure you will find a
particular feeling of enlightenment and a sense of the sacred within the worlds
of the Medieval metaphysics and the Theban Oracle, both as a game of wisdom
and as a method of personal transformation.
I feel it important to explain that this oracle's primary functions are to aid the
user in the gentle art of living through one's own spiritual intuitions. The stones
you will hold in your hands will absorb, assess, and spiritually relate what is
already within you. Your spirit and the incredibly intense and interlaced
patterns of your psyche will pass on to these stones. In essence, they will
convey your personal and sacred vibrations via a form of psychic osmosis. The
answers you receive, though seemingly esoteric at times, will resonate with that
which is already within you . . . for you are the one holding the force of the
universe in your hands.
The process of the Theban Oracle was designed to enhance the deeply rooted
psychic awareness we all possess within us. While for some the process of
psychic catharsis will come naturally, there will be those who will need to delve
deeper into their soul before a true understanding can take place. Have the
patience and tenacity to keep practicing, and an awareness of the divine will
become more pronounced for you, as it has for me. In the end, you will find
clarity in even the most arcane aspects of your life and find the solutions to
many of the problems you face each and every day.
Many of us who are involved in the sacred arts of magick and divination
understand that these natural gifts of divine presence and heavenly assistance
are ever present within us as individual beings, as well as surrounding us as a
whole family; therefore, it is vital that we take the next soulful steps in
improving our state of mind, emotions, and spirit. Because we understand that
the love and compassion within each of us at times may falter and wane from
the stresses we encounter daily, I implore all who take part in this experience to
find your sacred place beyond the often soulfully sick world in which we live.
Before using the Theban stones, find a sacred place that relates only to you in
which to become calm and spiritually centered. Whether this may be in your
home or another place of quiet contemplation, focus on looking beyond the
madness that coexists in our world today, and offer yourself the freedom to find
your spiritual bearings. Only by pursuing and practicing this affirmation and
action will you find the answers and heavenly awareness you so richly desire—
and deserve.
With this wish and blessing, I invite you to take this spiritual journey in
safety and enjoyment. May the heavens illuminate its wisdom for you as it has
done for me, and may you find your destiny within this oracle, designed for the
enigmatic realities of woman and man, and discover the gentle wisdom of our
celestial Mother and Father.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
This book, its research, and the indescribable findings—which have been
revealed to me throughout my journey—are devoted to those who have the
strength and commitment to travel beyond the confines of accepted thought,
and who have endured the often dark and foreboding realities of all their
incarnations, especially for those who lost their lives in the name of free
thought, and for the healing of others in the name of all that's right and good.
I wish to acknowledge and pay reverence to the late Rev. Dr. Brian Glenn
Turkington, Ph.D. Though a truly devout gentleman, a grounded
psychotherapist, and a scholar in all things pertaining to religion, metaphysics,
and psychology, he never judged others in the name of his faith or his God;
instead he listened and healed those under his care. I thank you for your
mentorship and gracefulness. I also wish to acknowledge both Dr. Sedgwick
Grange, D.Sc., anthropologist, sociologist, and folklorist, and Fr. Lionel
Fanthorpe, one of England's most notable sages and faithful men. Both have
afforded great wisdom on a moment's notice to assist all in the many aspects of
the Medieval world and modern metaphysics and have entrusted me with the
most sacred and revered of ancient texts from their private collections.
I also wish to thank Alison Bailey, curator, coordinator, and interpreter of
early printed collections, and the staff at the British Library for their assistance
and support during my research and for the use of their most venerated and
time-honored collections. Thanks as well to Mr. Joseph H. Peterson and The
Twilit Grotto: Archives of Western Esoterica, likely the most comprehensive
collection of historically accurate documents on metaphysics and the occult
today. And finally, I wish to pay my respects to the enigmatic and historically
elusive woman named “Bethany,” who to this day remains a mystery to New
England's luminaries and occult scholars. For the ancient wisdom and rituals
you took part in, and for unknowingly opening my eyes to a much larger world
of understanding, I offer my thanks.
