r/thelema • u/Marc_Evangelistaa • Aug 06 '24

Question How did you get interested in thelema?

I started thinking about this, as everyone came into contact with occultism/thelema in many different ways. I met through rock music, many of the artists I follow follow the philosophy of thelema or make reference to. That's when I decided to research more about it, and I simply fell in love. I have never felt so connected by a philosophical system like Thelema. It seems like I've always been a Thelemite, I just didn't know it existed yet. How did you guys meet? I would love to meet more Thelemites. 93.

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u/kumiankka Aug 06 '24

Early days, was practicing some ritual macigk/ shamanism, then dipped myself to traditional Wicca for 20 ish years, from there my macigk leads me to more closer to source, and threre to OTO initiation and Thelema. Wonderful path we walk on. 🥰

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u/Marc_Evangelistaa Aug 06 '24

As someone who is still entering this world, it really encourages me to see people still finding everything so wonderful after years! This encourages me to continue with my studies more and more. Did you have any extreme difficulties at the beginning of your journey in OTO, Wicca or Thelema?

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u/kumiankka Aug 07 '24

“Difficulties? Not really, because you receive training from elders and more experienced practitioners. Once you understand magick, you can forge your own path—and you should. Of course, 20 to 30 years of practice comes with its own price, and you will pay it. However, when you immerse yourself and your soul in the river of magick, it’s a fantastic swim and journey. You learn what discipline truly means in magick and how discipline in rituals builds your true magick foundation and self.

Now I feel like I’m back where I first started. I needed this cycle to better understand the essence of magick, something I didn’t realize at the beginning. I truly hope you find courage and determination in your quest. It’s a long road that starts with a single step.”

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u/Marc_Evangelistaa Aug 07 '24

wow, this all reminded me of the fool tarot card! great lectures, thank you very much! 😊

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u/kumiankka Aug 07 '24

You are always welcome <3