
Psychology
The Key of Solomon the King
by S.L. MacGregor Mathers · 2025 · 126 pages
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The Key of Solomon the King
The Divine Foundation: Fear, Adoration, and Invocation
Solomon, the Son of David, King of Israel, hath said that the beginning of our Key is to fear God, to adore Him, to honour Him with contrition of heart, to invoke Him in all matters which we wish to undertake, and to operate with very great devotion, for thus God will lead us in the right way. Reverence and humility. The foundation of all magical practice, according to the Key of Solomon, is a deep reverence for the divine. This isn't a blind, fearful obedience, but a recognition of a higher power that guides and empowers. It emphasizes the importance of approaching magical work with humility
Lesson 1: The Divine Foundation: Fear, Adoration, and Invocation
This principle from The Key of Solomon the King is backed by S.L. MacGregor Mathers's extensive research and real-world examples. Understanding it deeply can shift how you approach decisions, relationships, and long-term planning in meaningful ways.
Lesson 2: Planetary Influences: Timing is Everything
This principle from The Key of Solomon the King is backed by S.L. MacGregor Mathers's extensive research and real-world examples. Understanding it deeply can shift how you approach decisions, relationships, and long-term planning in meaningful ways.
Lesson 3: The Sacred Circle: A Sanctuary of Power
This principle from The Key of Solomon the King is backed by S.L. MacGregor Mathers's extensive research and real-world examples. Understanding it deeply can shift how you approach decisions, relationships, and long-term planning in meaningful ways.
How to Apply The Key of Solomon the King's Lessons
The real value of The Key of Solomon the King lies in its applicability. After reading, the most important step is identifying which of S.L. MacGregor Mathers's principles speak most directly to your current situation.
Consider keeping a journal while reading — noting where the ideas challenge your current approach and where they confirm what you already suspected. The friction of your own resistance often points to the most important insights.
Key Quote
"The Divine Foundation: Fear, Adoration, and Invocation" — S.L. MacGregor Mathers, The Key of Solomon the King
About the Author
S.L. MacGregor Mathers is the author of The Key of Solomon the King. The book reflects years of research, observation, and synthesis of evidence from multiple disciplines.











