1650 - Roman Magic of Apuleius' The Golden Ass w/Commentary
Apuleius (c. 124 – c. 180 AD) was a Roman philosopher, rhetorician, and novelist. He holds a significant place in the history of esoteric and occult traditions.
The Golden Ass, also known as The Metamorphoses, is a satirical and fantastical novel written by Apuleius in the 2nd century AD. The story follows the adventures of Lucius, a curious young man who is accidentally transformed into a donkey due to his fascination with magic. St. Augustine referred to Apuleius' work as The Golden Ass (Asinus Aureus) in his writings. This moniker, initially intended as derision, became the novel's popular title.
The Golden Ass holds significance in esoteric and Hermetic traditions with its themes of transformation, initiation, and the search for spiritual enlightenment. The protagonist's journey from human to animal and back can be interpreted as an allegory for the soul's descent into material existence and its subsequent ascent towards divine unity.
The novel also incorporates elements of ancient mystery religions, such as the cult of Isis, which plays a crucial role in Lucius' eventual redemption and return to human form. This connection to ancient spiritual practices has made The Golden Ass a subject of interest for scholars and those interested in the practice of magic in Roman times. The novel explores magical spells, the supernatural, the power of divine intervention, hidden knowledge and the interconnectedness of all things. This volume includes a lengthy and learned 17th century commentary by Ioannis Pricaei.
1650. Apuleius Madaurensis Lucius [Lucius Apuleius]. Metamorphoseos libri XI. cum Annotationubus Uberioribus Ioannis Pricaei. Goudae: Gulielmi vander Hoeve. Contemporary parchment binding. Manuscript title on the spine of the volume, front joint restored. Good state of conservation of the work. The internal pages of the book show no particular signs of wear or stains. Nice clean and tidy copy. pp. (2); 6nn. 758; 56nn. (2). Ex libris and pen annotations on the first blank.
Apuleius (c. 124 – c. 180 AD) was a Roman philosopher, rhetorician, and novelist. He holds a significant place in the history of esoteric and occult traditions.
The Golden Ass, also known as The Metamorphoses, is a satirical and fantastical novel written by Apuleius in the 2nd century AD. The story follows the adventures of Lucius, a curious young man who is accidentally transformed into a donkey due to his fascination with magic. St. Augustine referred to Apuleius' work as The Golden Ass (Asinus Aureus) in his writings. This moniker, initially intended as derision, became the novel's popular title.
The Golden Ass holds significance in esoteric and Hermetic traditions with its themes of transformation, initiation, and the search for spiritual enlightenment. The protagonist's journey from human to animal and back can be interpreted as an allegory for the soul's descent into material existence and its subsequent ascent towards divine unity.
The novel also incorporates elements of ancient mystery religions, such as the cult of Isis, which plays a crucial role in Lucius' eventual redemption and return to human form. This connection to ancient spiritual practices has made The Golden Ass a subject of interest for scholars and those interested in the practice of magic in Roman times. The novel explores magical spells, the supernatural, the power of divine intervention, hidden knowledge and the interconnectedness of all things. This volume includes a lengthy and learned 17th century commentary by Ioannis Pricaei.
1650. Apuleius Madaurensis Lucius [Lucius Apuleius]. Metamorphoseos libri XI. cum Annotationubus Uberioribus Ioannis Pricaei. Goudae: Gulielmi vander Hoeve. Contemporary parchment binding. Manuscript title on the spine of the volume, front joint restored. Good state of conservation of the work. The internal pages of the book show no particular signs of wear or stains. Nice clean and tidy copy. pp. (2); 6nn. 758; 56nn. (2). Ex libris and pen annotations on the first blank.
Apuleius (c. 124 – c. 180 AD) was a Roman philosopher, rhetorician, and novelist. He holds a significant place in the history of esoteric and occult traditions.
The Golden Ass, also known as The Metamorphoses, is a satirical and fantastical novel written by Apuleius in the 2nd century AD. The story follows the adventures of Lucius, a curious young man who is accidentally transformed into a donkey due to his fascination with magic. St. Augustine referred to Apuleius' work as The Golden Ass (Asinus Aureus) in his writings. This moniker, initially intended as derision, became the novel's popular title.
The Golden Ass holds significance in esoteric and Hermetic traditions with its themes of transformation, initiation, and the search for spiritual enlightenment. The protagonist's journey from human to animal and back can be interpreted as an allegory for the soul's descent into material existence and its subsequent ascent towards divine unity.
The novel also incorporates elements of ancient mystery religions, such as the cult of Isis, which plays a crucial role in Lucius' eventual redemption and return to human form. This connection to ancient spiritual practices has made The Golden Ass a subject of interest for scholars and those interested in the practice of magic in Roman times. The novel explores magical spells, the supernatural, the power of divine intervention, hidden knowledge and the interconnectedness of all things. This volume includes a lengthy and learned 17th century commentary by Ioannis Pricaei.
1650. Apuleius Madaurensis Lucius [Lucius Apuleius]. Metamorphoseos libri XI. cum Annotationubus Uberioribus Ioannis Pricaei. Goudae: Gulielmi vander Hoeve. Contemporary parchment binding. Manuscript title on the spine of the volume, front joint restored. Good state of conservation of the work. The internal pages of the book show no particular signs of wear or stains. Nice clean and tidy copy. pp. (2); 6nn. 758; 56nn. (2). Ex libris and pen annotations on the first blank.