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Many [[occultist]]s have interpreted the qlippoth in different ways, depending on their personal cosmological beliefs as well as their personal experiences working with qlippothic energies. In broad terms, the qlippoth are the left-over remains of a previous incarnation of the universe in which we live. They represent shadows of a distant cosmic past which sometimes influence our present world. | Many [[occultist]]s have interpreted the qlippoth in different ways, depending on their personal cosmological beliefs as well as their personal experiences working with qlippothic energies. In broad terms, the qlippoth are the left-over remains of a previous incarnation of the universe in which we live. They represent shadows of a distant cosmic past which sometimes influence our present world. | ||
The inherent danger of the qlippoth is that they do not represent the future or any type of universal "good," yet, they are freely accessible to people as they pursue higher spirituality. In this sense, qlippoth do their damage by seducing spiritual seekers with easy results that appear to emanate from a divine source. However, the qlippoth are not actually self-aware, sentient beings, but their powers may be utilized by entities commonly considered [[demon]] | The inherent danger of the qlippoth is that they do not represent the future or any type of universal "good," yet, they are freely accessible to people as they pursue higher spirituality. In this sense, qlippoth do their damage by seducing spiritual seekers with easy results that appear to emanate from a divine source. However, the qlippoth are not actually self-aware, sentient beings, but their powers may be utilized by entities commonly considered [[demon]]ic. | ||
===List of the Qlippoth=== | ===List of the Qlippoth=== | ||
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''Major Trends in Jewish Mysticism'' (1941) by Jewish philosopher Gershom Scholem highlighted the fluid nature of [[Kabbalah|Kabbalistic]] mystical beliefs and the difficulty of arriving on consensus definitions within the Kabbalistic community of believers. This also applies to the qlippoth, with disparate views presented by Rabbis from different traditions. | ''Major Trends in Jewish Mysticism'' (1941) by Jewish philosopher Gershom Scholem highlighted the fluid nature of [[Kabbalah|Kabbalistic]] mystical beliefs and the difficulty of arriving on consensus definitions within the Kabbalistic community of believers. This also applies to the qlippoth, with disparate views presented by Rabbis from different traditions. | ||
Christian Knorr von Rosenroth's ''Kabbala denudata'' (1684) (translated ''The Kabbalah Unveiled'' by [[Samuel Liddell MacGregor Mathers]]) equates these forces with the Kings of Edom and suggests they are the result of an imbalance towards | Christian Knorr von Rosenroth's ''Kabbala denudata'' (1684) (translated ''The Kabbalah Unveiled'' by [[Samuel Liddell MacGregor Mathers]]) equates these forces with the Kings of Edom and suggests they are the result of an imbalance towards [[Chesed]] ("the Pillar of Mercy") and have since been destroyed. In subsequent [[Hermetic]] teachings, the qlippoth have tended, much like the [[sefirot]], to be interpreted as mystical worlds or entities, and merged with ideas derived from demonology. | ||
===Left-hand path views=== | ===Left-hand path views=== | ||
British [[magician]] Kenneth Grant (1924 - 2011), founder of the Typhonian Order, a [[left-hand path]] fraternity of [[ritual magic]], provided extensive teachings on the qlippoth. He idealized them as the shadow side of the [[Kabbalah|Kabbalistic]] [[Tree of Life]], representing the chaotic, negative counterparts to the ten [[sefirot]]. Grant emphasized the importance of understanding and integrating these darker aspects for a holistic spiritual perspective. | British [[magician]] Kenneth Grant (1924 - 2011), founder of the Typhonian Order, a [[left-hand path]] fraternity of [[ritual magic]], provided extensive teachings on the qlippoth. He idealized them as the shadow side of the [[Kabbalah|Kabbalistic]] [[Tree of Life]], representing the chaotic, negative counterparts to the ten [[sefirot]]. Grant emphasized the importance of understanding and integrating these darker aspects for a holistic spiritual perspective. | ||
Grant advocated for balancing light and dark forces, believing that engaging with qlippothic energies can lead to significant spiritual growth. He often linked the qlippoth to [[sex magic]]and Tantric practices, suggesting these could harness primal energies for transformation. Additionally, Grant suggested that [[H. P. Lovecraft]]'s description of Yog-Sothoth as a conglomeration of "malignant globes" may have been inspired by the qlippoth. This connection underscores the view that qlippothic forces are integral to both ancient and contemporary esoteric thought. | Grant advocated for balancing light and dark forces, believing that engaging with qlippothic energies can lead to significant spiritual growth. He often linked the qlippoth to [[sex magic]] and Tantric practices, suggesting these could harness primal energies for transformation. Additionally, Grant suggested that [[H. P. Lovecraft]]'s description of Yog-Sothoth as a conglomeration of "malignant globes" may have been inspired by the qlippoth. This connection underscores the view that qlippothic forces are integral to both ancient and contemporary esoteric thought. | ||
==In the ''Zohar''== | ==In the ''Zohar''== | ||
The qlippoth are first mentioned in the ''[[Zohar]]'', where they are described as being created by [[Yahweh|God]] to function as a nutshell for holiness, likening them to a shell which precedes the creation of the fruit inside. | The qlippoth are first mentioned in the ''[[Zohar]]'', where they are described as being created by [[Yahweh|God]] to function as a nutshell for holiness, likening them to a shell which precedes the creation of the fruit inside. | ||
The ''Zohar'' gives specific names to some of the qlippoth, relaying them as counterparts to certain sephirot. Though the ''Zohar'' clarifies that each sefira and qlippa | The ''Zohar'' gives specific names to some of the qlippoth, relaying them as counterparts to certain sephirot. Though the ''Zohar'' clarifies that there is a 1:1 ratio between each sefira and qlippa, it does not give all their names. | ||
* Mashchith (מַשְׁחִית, romanized: ''mašḥīṯ'', "destroyer") to [[Chesed]] | * Mashchith (מַשְׁחִית, romanized: ''mašḥīṯ'', "destroyer") to [[Chesed]] | ||
* Aph (אַף, romanized: ''ʾap̄'', "anger") to [[Gevurah]] | * Aph (אַף, romanized: ''ʾap̄'', "anger") to [[Gevurah]] | ||
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* Esh (אֵשׁ, romanized: ''ʿēš'', "fire") | * Esh (אֵשׁ, romanized: ''ʿēš'', "fire") | ||
* Tehom (תְּהוֹם, romanized: ''təhōm'', "deep") | * Tehom (תְּהוֹם, romanized: ''təhōm'', "deep") | ||
===Crowns of the qlippoth=== | |||
The ''Zohar'' says there are three "crowns of the qlippoth," each connected to a region in the Middle East. These three crowns represent powers which ruled the land of Israel, or forcibly relocated the Jews for limited periods of time: | |||
* Horror = Babylon (423 BC - 372 BC) | |||
* Darkness = Media/Persia (372 BC - 348 BC) | |||
* Great = Greece (371 BC - 140 BC) | |||
The passage where these crowns are discussed also contains a reference to the [[alchemy|alchemical]] principle "as above, so below" found on the [[Emerald Tablet]]: | |||
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"We spoke of the lamb, which the Holy One, blessed be He, said: 'You perform an action below and I will break their power above', so 'I will utterly blot it out.' You ACT below and I WILL ACT above." | |||
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===Creation narrative=== | ===Creation narrative=== | ||
The text subsequently relays an esoteric interpretation of the [[Bible|Biblical]] Genesis creation narrative, which describes [[Yahweh|God]] creating the [[moon]] and [[sun]] to act as "luminaries" in the sky. The verse "Let there be luminaries (מְאֹרֹת | The text subsequently relays an esoteric interpretation of the [[Bible|Biblical]] Genesis creation narrative, which describes [[Yahweh|God]] creating the [[moon]] and [[sun]] to act as "luminaries" in the sky. The verse "Let there be luminaries (מְאֹרֹת)," uses a defective spelling of the [[Judaism|Hebrew]] word for "luminaries," resulting in a written form identical to the Hebrew word for "curses." | ||
In the context of the ''Zohar'', interpreting the verse as calling the moon and sun "curses" is given mystic significance, personified by a description of the moon descending into the realm of ''Beri'ah'', where it began to belittle itself and dim its light, both physically and spiritually. The resulting darkness gave birth to the qlippoth. Reflecting this, they are thenceforth generally synonymous with "darkness" itself. | In the context of the ''Zohar'', interpreting the verse as calling the moon and sun "curses" is given mystic significance, personified by a description of the moon descending into the realm of ''Beri'ah'', where it began to belittle itself and dim its light, both physically and spiritually. The resulting darkness gave birth to the qlippoth. Reflecting this, they are thenceforth generally synonymous with "darkness" itself. | ||
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American [[Occultist]] and [[Lucifer|Luciferian]] Michael W. Ford wrote extensively on working with qlippothic energies, believing they are a path to commune with [[Satan]], thus acquiring his power. In his book ''Adamu'', he advocates [[sex magic]] as an effective method for accessing the the qlippoth through lust and passion. He calls the qlippoth "the alphabet of desire," and likens them to zones of the subconscious. | American [[Occultist]] and [[Lucifer|Luciferian]] Michael W. Ford wrote extensively on working with qlippothic energies, believing they are a path to commune with [[Satan]], thus acquiring his power. In his book ''Adamu'', he advocates [[sex magic]] as an effective method for accessing the the qlippoth through lust and passion. He calls the qlippoth "the alphabet of desire," and likens them to zones of the subconscious. | ||
Ford's 2005 book''LIBER HVHI'', is a [[grimoire]] of qlippothic rituals. | Ford's 2005 book ''LIBER HVHI'', is a [[grimoire]] of qlippothic rituals. | ||
===River of fire=== | ===River of fire=== | ||
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Among the letters of the [[Tetragrammaton]], the letters YUD and HEI (יה) are the divine names which stave off the power of the qlippoth. | Among the letters of the [[Tetragrammaton]], the letters YUD and HEI (יה) are the divine names which stave off the power of the qlippoth. | ||
==In popular culture== | |||
In the horror/fantasy role-playing game ''Dead Inside'' (2003), qlippoths (using the incorrect plural) are the lowest form of entities. They have no soul and are considered abominations. | |||
In the fantasy role-playing game ''Pathfinder Roleplaying Game'' (2009), qlippoth are primordial monsters of the Abyss. | |||
In the fantasy role-playing video game ''Honkai:Star Rail'' (2023), qlipoth are a faction aligned with the Amber Lord, appearing as a legless golem creature which looks like a cross between rocks and amber. They exist in the Aeon of The Preservation. | |||
In the Marvel Comics Universe, qlippoth are creations of a [[demon]]ic entity called One Below All. They appear in the ''Immortal Hulk'' series of comics (2018 - 2021). | |||
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