Aleister Crowley

Lady Frieda Harris and the Thoth Tarot

Posted by on January 8, 2025

Lady Frieda Harris a talented artist, mystic, and visionary remains one of the most significant contributors to modern esotericism and Thelema. Frater Orpheus explores her early life and her incredible journey to creating one of the most profound and symbolic Tarot decks ever made. The document sheds light on her early years, artistic endeavors, and…


Crowley and Gayatri

Posted by on December 9, 2021
Gayatri Mantra in Crowley's hand

On April 22nd, 1917, Crowley wrote in his journal, “soul has no fear, nor can it. Therefore a man’s courage depends on the quantity of soul available. So, the most spiritual men are the most courageous.” Later that day he reports, “wrote Gayatri mantra”, which may be a reference to an obscure poem of his entitled A Meditation upon Gayatri Mantra