Ankh

Name: Ankh
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ISBN: 9781578639427

The Shape of Life

The Editors of Weiser Books, Lon Milo DuQuette

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Weiser Books
16 February 2027

Occult studies

Series: The Sacred Talisman Series

The ankh is one of the most iconic talismans in human history. This book offers a historical lens on the ankh, showcasing its ancient evolution from a talisman and key to life to a cornerstone of modern spirituality.

""The ankh is one of the most recognized spiritual symbols in the world. Its antiquity cannot be measured."" -from the introduction by Lon Milo DuQuette, author of The Tarot Architect

Unlock the ancient mysteries of one of history's most potent symbols. The cross and loop or circle symbol known as the ankh has come to be one of the most widely recognized symbols in the world-honored and/or used in rituals by many religions in many cultures around the globe and through time. In Ankh, embark on a journey from the sun-drenched sands of ancient Egypt to the modern spiritual landscape. With an insightful introduction by Lon Milo DuQuette-who highlights the ankh's powerful resurgence as an antiestablishment, antiwar symbol in the '60s-this book delves into the ankh's profound origins, exploring its integrated symbolism of the circle and the cross, representing continuity, infinity, intersection, and union. Discover its pervasive presence in Egyptian art and as a sacred object, and witness its surprising endurance across cultures and time.

For many esotericists, the ankh's form, reminiscent of a simple sandal strap, whispers a profound secret: Life is a journey, a willed commitment to move forward, to become something greater. This isn't just history; it's a guide to practical magic. Learn to consecrate your own ankh as a ritual tool, amulet, or altar piece; explore its use as a prayer bead; or even harness its power as a pendulum. Ankh invites you to experience the living magic of this eternal symbol and take your next step.

By: The Editors of Weiser Books
Introduction by: Lon Milo DuQuette
Imprint: Weiser Books
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 152mm, Width: 140mm,
ISBN: 9781578639427
ISBN 10: 1578639425
Series: The Sacred Talisman Series
Pages: 96
Publication Date: 16 February 2027
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Lon Milo DuQuette is a best-selling author who lectures worldwide on such topics as magick, tarot, and the Western mystery traditions. He is currently the US Deputy Grand Master of Ordo Templi Orientis and is on the faculty of the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, New York, and the Maybe Logic Academy. His books include The Magick of Aleister Crowley, Understanding Aleister Crowley’s Thoth Tarot, and The Tarot Architect. Visit him at londuquette.com.