Demonolatry.....where to start?

[zygoat666]

I am a Traditional Satanist, and have been doing a lot of reading about Luciferianism (particularly that as described by The Temple of The Ascending Flame) and Demonolatry. It seems that both of these belief systems can be incorporated into my beliefs, and would compliment one another. If i am wrong, please someone tell me and why.
There seems to be limited good info on the net regarding Demonolatry, as well as a lot of bogus info (JoS). So far all i have found was demonolatry.org, and a list of books that i cannot afford to buy that seem like they would have more info, but, as i said, i cant afford books. Can anyone direct me as to where one can find info for beginners in Demonolatry? I have experience with ritual workings, as well as meditation. I just need to get the fundamentals so that i can begin practice. Dont wanna go into something like working with daemons blindfolded, so to speak. Books (in pdf format), sites, lessons, or even personal advice would all be appreciated. Thanks in advance, and Dark Blessings to all.

[Desecrated]

You might as well start at the source:

http://www.amazon.com/Lesser-Key-Solomo ... on+solomon

http://www.amazon.com/Book-Ceremonial-M ... 1614271567

[BlueMoon]

I don't really have books or links to offer, but I'd say avoiding extremes works well.

I treat demons with respect when communicating with them, especially when first contacting them, and I don't try to bind them to my will (so there is no need for 9-foot circles and the like), but that doesn't mean I grovel before them either. I guess I could compare it to meeting with new in-laws [crazy]

Of course, individual milleage may vary. That's just my own experience with demons.

[zygoat666]

I just ordered The Complete Book of Demonolatry by S. connoly. I think her methods are very respectful in regards to invocation. This book has been recommended by many to me. I look forward to reading it.

[Marbas]

The best thing you can do is to avoid books that refer to any such organisms as demons. That word is derogatory, generic, and customarily refers to any entity that falls outside of the sphere of Abrahamic perfection.

To have a better understanding of this subject, one must realize that many of the gods and spirits worshiped by the ancients were later chastised and labeled as false gods and demons. Since you desire to learn from teachers who have cheated death and existed for eons, begin by understanding how ancients interacted with them, rather than by using modern occult books. You may be surprised to find that some of the individuals indexed in the Ars Goetia are, in fact, the reciprocal of various Native American gods, and have interacted with out of attraction to their hospitable nature. One such being, known as Furfur, for example, can be found living (quite literally) in the Pine Barrens. He is but one of many of these beings, and will be very willing to be your friend and assist you if you seek him out and treat him with kindness.

The more you come to understand this subject, the more you will separate it from the likes of Satanism. You will find that is quite a natural part of this world. I wish you well on your journey.

[MAZOHIR]

I guess I could compare it to meeting with new in-laws [crazy]

Oh yeah.....)

Demons, well maybe only unbalanced forces, like entities taht are excesses that don't have a center to equilibrate them. Lust (Venus), gluttony (Jupiter), wrath-violence and cruelty (Mars), arrogance and bombastic pride (Sun), a lying and deceptive nature (Mercury), completely inconstant and fickle-moody (Moon), intense restriction of life-force ( Saturn)..........The Adept knows how to equilibrate these aspects of creation.

Every person has their own "internal demons", their "shadow side", that supposedly psychotherapy or psychoanalysis claims to reveal to a client and assist one to control them (complexes). Numerous occultists claim that MAGIA is much more able, and more quickly, to master these demons, evoking them to visible appearance at times. Working with demons is, at some point, necessary for progress on the path of Intitiation. It is also part of the Gnostic dictum "GNOTHI SEUTON", or, Know Thyself.

[kennybaker2014]

Just because I want to help you I'm going to say you need to disregard what that person who's avatar with that cat face said about avoiding people who call demons demons. S. Connelly and all at demonaltry.org are extremely respectful and knowledgeable when it comes to demons. Also, they are mostly traditional Satanists or have their roots there. I'm willing to share my demonaltry books and traditional Satanism books with you. All I ask is that after you read and get what you want from them, send them back to me.

[Stukov]

I don't really have books or links to offer, but I'd say avoiding extremes works well.

I treat demons with respect when communicating with them, especially when first contacting them, and I don't try to bind them to my will (so there is no need for 9-foot circles and the like), but that doesn't mean I grovel before them either. I guess I could compare it to meeting with new in-laws [crazy]

Of course, individual milleage may vary. That's just my own experience with demons.

To be perfectly honest the not necessarily good nor evil, but maybe a little naughty while being helpful to "friends" demons are this way. They respect strength, determination, and will. They bow to no one (that's weakness) and don't like it when others bow/beg (that's weakness, though if you are dumb enough to do it, they won't stop you and end up using you as that's your fault for being stupid). While they respect power and ability, they respect moreso those who have no fear. You may have no power, or ability, but refusing to submit is something to be respected.

At least that's the way with some of them, or at least those I've known better (I had more general camaraderie or friendship than quid qo pro).

[cyberdemon]

The Book of Ceremonial Magick by Arthur Waite is the number one book everyone venturing into demonology should start with.
History, context, instructions, commentary, everything you need to form your own foundations is in there.

[kennybaker2014]

Looks like more than one person didn't see that he said demonolatry, not demonology (which is NOT the worship of demons)

[cyberdemon]

Looks like more than one person didn't see that he said demonolatry, not demonology (which is NOT the worship of demons)

Interchangeable. You can use the same methods with different wording, for example.

[Clockwork Ghost]

Demonolatry and demonology are two very different things. Demonolatry is a religion, demonology is a tool or device for gaining demonic assistance. Yes, the majority of the demons from the Ars Goetia are present in the Dukante Hierarchy, but you approach them completely differently. I agree that S. Connoly and the OFS are the go-to source when it comes to the Demonolatry paradigm, but don't get sucked into the belief that you need to be generational in order to use the system - I'm not a generational Demonolator, but I maintain very close ties to Asmodeus, and have done so for some time.

[edaen]

Demonolatry in occultism this practice refers to the working with a power usually considered demonic. It is generally practiced by practitioners practicing the left-handed path of traditional Witchcraft. Demonolatry is a religion that surprisingly has much in common with other Neo-Pagan religions such as Wicca. Demonolatry is some times called demon worship but differs from the Christiani sense. Although Demonolatry is of the so-called "Left Hand Path" (paths which, put rather simply, honour and focus on the Self), it is a polytheistic Neo-Pagan religion which encompasses ritual magick, observance of Holy Festivals and community and family improvement.The power usually is not personified as a demon except by practitioner coming from Christian backgrounds who are accustomed of doing so and have not yet broken the habit.