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Egregores
- The Occult Entities That Watch Over Human Destiny
- Narrated by: Mark Stavish
- Length: 4 hrs and 25 mins
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Summary
The first book to explore the history and influence of egregores, powerful autonomous psychic entities created by a collective group mind:
- Examines the history of egregores from ancient times to present day, including their role in Western Mystery traditions and popular culture and media.
- Reveals documented examples of egregores from ancient Greece and Rome, Tibetan Buddhism, Islam, modern esoteric orders, the writings of H. P. Lovecraft and Kenneth Grant, and the followers of Julius Evola and Aleister Crowley.
- Provides instructions on how to identify egregores, free yourself from parasitic and destructive entities, and destroy an egregore, should the need arise.
One of most important but little known concepts of Western occultism is that of the egregore, an autonomous psychic entity created by a collective group mind. An egregore is sustained by belief, ritual, and sacrifice and relies upon the devotion of a group of people, from a small coven to an entire nation, for its existence. An egregore that receives enough sustenance can take on a life of its own, becoming an independent deity with powers its believers can use to further their own spiritual advancement and material desires.
Presenting the first book devoted to the study of egregores, Mark Stavish examines the history of egregores from ancient times to present day, with detailed and documented examples, and explores how they are created, sustained, directed, and destroyed. He explains how egregores were well known in the classical period of ancient Greece and Rome, when they were consciously called into being to watch over city states. He explores the egregore concept as it was understood in various Western Mystery traditions, including the Corpus Hermeticum, and offers further examples from Tibetan Buddhism, Islam, modern esoteric orders such as the Order of the Golden Dawn and Rosicrucianism, the writings of H. P. Lovecraft and Kenneth Grant, and the followers of Julius Evola and Aleister Crowley. The author discusses how, even as the fundamental principles of the egregore were forgotten, egregores continue to be formed, sometimes by accident.
Stavish provides instructions on how to identify egregores, free yourself from a parasitic and destructive collective entity, and destroy an egregore, should the need arise. Revealing how egregores form the foundation of nearly all human interactions, the author shows how egregores have moved into popular culture and media - underscoring the importance of intense selectivity in the information we accept and the ways we perceive the world and our place in it.
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Critic reviews
“Stavish gives not only theories but also facts and examples of these forces in spirituality, politics, news, and entertainment. More importantly, he explains how to recognize and free ourselves from their influences if we so choose.” (George Noory, host of Coast to Coast AM)
“Egregores: The Occult Entities That Watch Over Human Destiny marks a major turning point in popular esotericism, with Mark Stavish tackling head-on our society’s most pressing issue - the psychic and physical embodiment of ideologies and systems - with a penetrating and insightful text addressing the hidden life of thoughtforms as they emerge in our culture through mass movements, fundamentalist sects, corporate branding, and identity politics. Put down the fake news, pick up this book, and find out why Enoch warns us that the cosmic control system’s been put on divine probation!” (David Metcalfe, editor in chief of Threshold)
“It is a memorable day when the concept of the egregore enters one’s worldview. While these energy-complexes have been around as long as humanity, this is the first book to explain how they work and what to do about it. Mark Stavish’s clear writing and rich examples should convince any reader, whether schooled in esotericism or simply curious about their inner and outer world.” (Joscelyn Godwin, author of Athanasius Kircher’s Theatre of the World)
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- Dario Molinari
- 03-06-24
Brilliant!
Not often do I find a book containing such inconceivable concepts.
Thoroughly enjoyed it. It deserves a re-listen.
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- pb
- 29-04-21
Really good listen
Well written and read with good explanations. It was an eye opener for me because although I have heard of egregos, my knowledge on the subject was very limited.
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- Hyacinth Hogweed
- 02-12-22
A very insightful read. Thought provoking and valuable for those working in esoteric groups.
Thought provoking, insightful and of value for those working within esoteric groups. The perils and pitfalls.
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- Darren Hill
- 22-08-24
Interesting and insightful.
Excellent, highly recommend to any student of the occult and esoteric. Good history and context of the organisations, people and practices.
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- StarFire
- 06-11-19
Excellent !!
Eye opening and revealing on so many levels. For seekers of true understanding on the origin and nature of thought forms and the power and control we give them.
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- Ben Jones
- 14-01-23
Absolutely fascinating
Interesting, take on those entities we create collectively. These entities reproduce ideologies that unify us, that produce cohesive experiences described as mystical.
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- Garry Watts
- 28-11-21
Very informative and interesting!
A must for people delving into the mysteries. 10 out of 10 for wisdom and information. For mystics and Pagans alike. Pass this book by and you'll miss a treasure house of information to help you on you path. An 100% necessity for those persons.
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- Woody
- 06-05-23
Informative
I enjoyed though roughly powerful concepts for any adept trying to survive in a world controlled by invisible forces
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- jason h
- 29-09-20
Must read
Bought the book then bought on audible. Seminal piece of modern magickal literature with no other book on the subject coming close.
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- Craig J Todd
- 13-02-24
Unique, fascinating and helpful book
Such is the wealth of esoteric information in this book, they I've listened to it twice through - and will likely listen to it a third time! If you're interested in group consciousness and the 'mastermind' then this book is for you.
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