Enochian Initiation
Frater W.I.T.
Reviewed by Sabrina Williams
Enochian Initiation by Frater W.I.T. introduces the reader to a
ceremonial magick based on angels channeled by Elizabethan consultant
Dr. John Dee and his assistant, Edward Kelley. They created this set of
rituals as part of their quest for a higher consciousness that would
provide Queen Elizabeth I with wisdom during her reign. Dee named these
angels after Enoch from the Holy Bible, who was able to communicate
with angels and enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. Though much of the
original text was lost, what remained of the tablets fell into the
hands of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, an occult group of
great influence on modern Wicca and Paganism formed by Freemasons, of
which Frater was once a member. They pieced together the remains and
created their own rituals from the information.
The author begins with an introduction into the history of the Enochian
tablets and how their modern interpretations came to be. Believing the
invocations are suitable for all levels of practitioners, he provides
some short explanations of the forces being directed and the process of
visualization. The beginning practitioner will find this very helpful,
as Frater W.I.T. explains the symbolism behind each Spirit. Next, ten
short chapters encase dated entries from the author's journal of
personal experiences with each individual Enochian ceremony. These give
the reader a glimpse of the revelations available through the rituals,
though each person's experiences will vary with their own unique life
stages.
My first impression from the Introduction was that I had found a
kindred spirit in Frater W.I.T., as we share many perspectives on the
quest for spirituality as well as the desire to move to higher
consciousness and absorb and experience all that is possible. While I
found his personal visions interesting, I was expecting a little more
instruction as opposed to his journal entries comprising the bulk of
the book, especially considering such extensive knowledge of another's
visions could subconsciously affect the reader's own connections with
the archetypes. I found myself skimming much of the journal, eager to
reach the instructional chapters and get started.
Rewardingly, the last chapters are step-by-step directives for the
rituals. I immediately practiced the first rite proffered by Frater. I
was impressed by the sense of calmness and connection I experienced on
this first venture, especially since it has been ages since I
practiced. I can only imagine the potential that lies ahead in future
rituals, and I intend on pursuing the Enochian tablets further. Frater
W.I.T. was correct that any level of practitioner can benefit from the
process of Enochian Initiation, and the work of the Golden Dawn has
provided us with a treasure that can benefit generations to come.