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"Thelema is a philosophical, mystical, and cultural system based upon a seemingly
simple premise: that every person is a divine projection of the Universal All and, as
such, has within him or her a True Will that is the expression of one's deepest, most
genuine self. This genuine self acts in perfect accord with all of Nature—and so by
laboring to apprehend and manifest this Will, one is able to live a life of greater
harmony, fulfillment, and joy.
In many ways, Thelema is a perfect union of Eastern and Western modes of thought. It is Eastern in
that it posits a harmonious way of being that flows in accordance with nature, closely akin to the idea
of the Tao or wu wei. It is Western in that it celebrates individualism and promotes the full expression
of the unique self.
Although much is written about it, Thelema has no precise definition, leaving it largely up to the
individual to interpret. In part, this vagueness is due to the fact that most Thelemic writing comes from
Crowley, and therefore exists within the cultural, scientific, and ethical context of Victorian England.
The task for many Aleisterian Thelemites, therefore, is to determine which of Crowley's concepts to
keep and which require modification to fit within the modern world and to meet individual needs.
Thelema is undergoing rapid changes in recent years because of this trend.
It is possible, however, to identify common principles that are generally accepted within the larger
Thelemic community. Those presented below... are by no means definitive or exhaustive, but do
provide a basic framework within which to develop a beginning understanding of Thelema."
hermetic.com/eidolons/Thelema_101
“…If every man and every woman did his and her will—the True Will—there would be no clashing.
‘Every man and every woman is a star,’ and each star moves in an appointed path without inter-
ference. There is plenty of room for all; it is only disorder that creates confusion. From these
considerations it should be clear that ‘Do what thou wilt’ does not mean ‘Do what you like.’ It is
the apotheosis of Freedom; but it is also the strictest possible bond.
Do what thou wilt—then do nothing else. Let nothing deflect thee from that austere and holy task.
Liberty is absolute to do thy will; but seek to do any other thing whatsoever, and instantly obstacles
must arise. Every act that is not in definite course of that one orbit is erratic, an hindrance. Will
must not be two, but one.” — Liber II - The Message of the Master Therion
The Equinox Vol. I No. I - Liber Librae — hermetic.com/crowley/libers/lib30.html
The Law of Liberty — hermetic.com/crowley/libers/lib837.html
simple premise: that every person is a divine projection of the Universal All and, as
such, has within him or her a True Will that is the expression of one's deepest, most
genuine self. This genuine self acts in perfect accord with all of Nature—and so by
laboring to apprehend and manifest this Will, one is able to live a life of greater
harmony, fulfillment, and joy.
In many ways, Thelema is a perfect union of Eastern and Western modes of thought. It is Eastern in
that it posits a harmonious way of being that flows in accordance with nature, closely akin to the idea
of the Tao or wu wei. It is Western in that it celebrates individualism and promotes the full expression
of the unique self.
Although much is written about it, Thelema has no precise definition, leaving it largely up to the
individual to interpret. In part, this vagueness is due to the fact that most Thelemic writing comes from
Crowley, and therefore exists within the cultural, scientific, and ethical context of Victorian England.
The task for many Aleisterian Thelemites, therefore, is to determine which of Crowley's concepts to
keep and which require modification to fit within the modern world and to meet individual needs.
Thelema is undergoing rapid changes in recent years because of this trend.
It is possible, however, to identify common principles that are generally accepted within the larger
Thelemic community. Those presented below... are by no means definitive or exhaustive, but do
provide a basic framework within which to develop a beginning understanding of Thelema."
hermetic.com/eidolons/Thelema_101
“…If every man and every woman did his and her will—the True Will—there would be no clashing.
‘Every man and every woman is a star,’ and each star moves in an appointed path without inter-
ference. There is plenty of room for all; it is only disorder that creates confusion. From these
considerations it should be clear that ‘Do what thou wilt’ does not mean ‘Do what you like.’ It is
the apotheosis of Freedom; but it is also the strictest possible bond.
Do what thou wilt—then do nothing else. Let nothing deflect thee from that austere and holy task.
Liberty is absolute to do thy will; but seek to do any other thing whatsoever, and instantly obstacles
must arise. Every act that is not in definite course of that one orbit is erratic, an hindrance. Will
must not be two, but one.” — Liber II - The Message of the Master Therion
The Equinox Vol. I No. I - Liber Librae — hermetic.com/crowley/libers/lib30.html
The Law of Liberty — hermetic.com/crowley/libers/lib837.html
