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A physician, philosopher and major figure in nineteenth-century occultism, Papus examines the principles of hypnosis and its applications in magical and esoteric practices. Through progressive methods and detailed explanations, he presents hypnotic induction techniques, the conduct of sessions and the possibilities seen in this developing discipline at the time. He also explores the occult dimensions of hypnosis, its use in developing psychic faculties, astral exploration and knowledge of unseen worlds, combining theoretical and practical approaches to traditional hypnotism.
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- Author: Papus
- Publication date: October 2021
- Size: 16cm x 21.70cm
- Weight: 730g
- ISBN: 978-2-36736-102-4
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A physician, philosopher, and major figure in late 19th-century French occultism, Papus, whose real name was Gérard Encausse, took as much interest in medical sciences as in hermetic traditions, magnetism, and psychic phenomena. In Magic and Hypnosis, he studies hypnotism at a time when this discipline was undergoing significant development in Europe and attempts to understand its mechanisms, uses, and implications in the field of esotericism.
The Principles and Methods of Hypnosis
The book progressively presents the techniques of hypnotic induction, the conducting of sessions, and the various states of consciousness observed during the experience. Papus describes the methods used by hypnotists of his time and seeks to explain how suggestion, attention, and the relationship between operator and subject influence the course of a session. The book thus provides an important account of how hypnosis was understood and practiced in the medical and occult circles of its time.
Hypnosis, Occultism, and Psychic Faculties
Papus does not limit his study to experimental hypnosis and also develops the occult interpretations associated with it. In particular, he discusses its use in the development of psychic faculties, the exploration of states of consciousness, and the study of invisible worlds, placing them within the esoteric system he advocated. Magic and Hypnosis is therefore intended for readers interested in the history of hypnotism, magnetism, and French occultism, as well as those who wish to discover the perspective offered by one of the great esoteric authors of the 19th century.
Papus, the pseudonym of Gérard Encausse (1865-1916), is a major figure in 19th-century French occultism. Trained as a physician, he was also a writer, lecturer, and esotericist. Passionate about spirituality, he became one of the leading promoters of Hermeticism, Theosophy, and Kabbalah in France.
A prolific author, Papus wrote numerous works, including "Methodical Treatise on Practical Magic" and "The Science of the Magi", which remain authoritative references in esotericism. He was also the founder of the Martinist Order, an initiatory organization dedicated to transmitting the mystical teachings of Louis-Claude de Saint-Martin.
Playing a key role in the revival of occult traditions in Europe, he left his mark on his era through his erudition and his commitment to making spirituality accessible to all.
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