[Nei Dan]

Where are going? Long term retreat!? : )

[Nei Dan]

[Nei Dan]

“>>My ideas of a demons comes from my childhood teachings of Catholicism.<<
Well with due respect that may be the problem! "

Your right I think that is a problem. Which is why i'm seeking information on the subject. I'm using my resources( internet, books, people ) to gain some insight on the subject before I even consider practicing. I prefer to use my left( Logic ) and right( Intuition ) brain hemispheres when making a decision. If I use my "heart and your conscience and your bliss" to make a decision on this subject im afraid it will largley be based on my old knowledge(Catholicism) of this subject. I'm am not Catholic anymore and no longer subscribe to its dogma. Although their are some areas like this one where I have no other reference point to go by. All I know about demons is based on what I learned from Catholicism. Which again, is why im re-educating myself on the subject now. With a more open mind I hope to gather knowledge from many cultures and teachings on sorcery/magic. Once I gather this "Logical" data I can then make a more "Intuitive" decision whether I want work with Sorcery/Magic.

I will look into 'The Practice of Magical Evocation'. You have already help me by recommending to look up the greek definition. Thank you.

dai·mon (dmn) also de·mon or dae·mon (dmn)
n. Greek Mythology
1. An inferior deity, such as a deified hero.
2. An attendant spirit; a genius.

2. daemon – a person who is part mortal and part god

[Nei Dan]

I read ‘Opening the Dragon Gate’ and it is one of my favorite. I have yet to used/practice magic or sorcery to do good work. I have no objections or fears in using magic/sorcery for good, but when it involves demons its hard to see how the magic can be used for good. I’m confused as to why these Taoist sages will associate with demons or evil entities. Maybe my perception/idea of a demon is wrong..??? :/ My ideas of a demons comes from my childhood teachings of Catholicism.
Can you clairify this Good Sorcerer to Evil Entity relationship? And why would a demon want to help and do good work? Maybe pay karmic debt? Can you recommend some more books on the subject? 🙂 Thanks again for your insight.

[Nei Dan]

Jernej,

I’m a little confused with you statements. If you are not saying what is in single quotes then who did? And what do you mean by
“Celestial guides are good for joining the many human clubs.
But like ancestors always eat their grandchildren. ”
Thanks.

[Nei Dan]

Thank you Rainbowbear. I will read up and see how I can incorporate your suggestions into my practice. Do you know if there are any books that outline the dynamics and process behind Taoist Spirit communication?

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