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seeking out and joining the Temple of Set. The House of OIT was set up to act as a “magnetic” center (in
Ouspenskian terms), drawing into it those individuals who had an affinity for the ideas of the LHP as understood by
the Temple of Set.
In 1998 1 retired from the Order of the Trapezoid as a Master Emeritus in order to develop a new Order within
the Temple of Set - the Occult Institute of Technology. It is with this document that I officially announce that OIT is
manifest as an Order within the Temple of Set. However there are many aspects regarding the Occult Institute that
you need to understand before considering any form of affiliation. The following information will provide a more
complete understanding of OIT.
From out of Chaos emerges Art. OIT is an antinomian-based perusal of the concept of isolate intelligence as
understood through the laws of resonance. It is our belief that the Left-Hand Path experience is a three-fold life long
process. This process consists of repeating periods of extension, retraction, and synchronization of ideas, principles,
and personal synthesis. From the results and interactions of these three points of activity, a ladder of ideas forms
within the Initiate. These ideas extend themself directly into the process of initiation as a guide to understanding the
process itself. This is stepping into resonance.
It is this ladder of ideas that I have set forth in our manual entitled The Technician’s Guide to the Left-Hand
Path. This book sets forth in clear detail the resonant paradigm that forms the basis of OIT philosophy and magical
practice. It is this guidebook that gives a concrete basis of Remanifestation as a vital and active causal principle. It is
this guide that explains the theoretical basis of “how” both ritual and the magical link operate. It is this book that
details the way in which resonance (through its harmonic properties) extends principles and ideas through time.
The Technician’s Guide provides - through a combination of symbol, metaphor, and metaphysics - a practical
manner in which the individual can view the universe and one’s relationship to it.
The Occult Institute of Technology promotes a cause and effect understanding of the relationship between the
principle of isolate intelligence and of the individuality of the self. By understanding the constituent mechanism
(resonance) of activity that is embedded within the very fabric of the universe, the Initiate can sense how these
actions are mirrored through a variety of purely human scenarios - culture, religion, politics, spirituality, and more.
By understanding how these activities affect the Initiate’s life, the Initiate can dissent from being a pawn in a cosmic
game to consciously utilizing the knowledge of personal observations to promote personal existence to desired
states of being.
The philosophical ideas of OIT are multi-faceted. They take into account the paths of ideas that lead to, that lead
away from, and that synthesize or “branch” out from specific points of Setian LHP initiatory activity.
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The basic premise of “acquiring” knowledge within OIT is based upon the recognition that a principle is a
completion and polarization of specific energy in the form of revelatory principles and ideas. Understanding that a
principle can neither become anymore, nor anything less, it is stable and transformative through induction. In other
words, as a principle is recognized, it can transform by revealing to the individual knowledge that carries the
potential of self transformation.
However the principle itself does not change; it remains stable and consistent. For example, from the Principle
of Isolate Self Consciousness, knowledge of Being is extended. Once knowledge of Being is attained, one can Become
that knowledge; one can then extend personal energy into future models via individual activity.
As previously mentioned, the paradigm that OIT perceives its environment through is that of resonance.
Resonance is the essential mechanical principle behind all that humans perceive through their inborn senses, or
through the mechanical and prosthetic extension of the senses. Resonance in its active state is a movement of
energy; it extends its energy from a point, or retracts its energy towards a point. It is this principle of extension and
retraction of energies - in the form of pure abstraction, i.e., ideas, future becomings, affinities and so on - that lies
behind spiritually transformative experience.
By understanding this resonant environment through its various components such as harmony, timing,
synchronicity, density, octaves etc., the Initiate can learn to manipulate those fundamental activities to create
desired effects.
Set is the God of the Future Becomings - Synchronicity
Synchronicity means to become aligned with the first extension - the genesis of isolate intelligence in its first
primeval form. Synchronicity is stepping into the proper timing of the movement of ideas relevant to the Setian
Mystery.
This synchronization results in a spiritual conversion - a major psychological transformation that manifests
throughout all the activities engaged within by the Initiate. It is such transformative states that the OIT wants to be
able to replicate in terms of ritual environments that enhance, promote, and attract to it individuals capable of
achieving these states of extended consciousness.
Let it be known only that which modifies specificity can be transmitted. This, in a practical sense, is what Xeper
is all about. The alteration of specific states of consciousness creates remembrance, and movement toward new
horizons.
Transmission is extension. Its remembrance - or its experience - is retraction or the temporary displacement of
forward movement whose purpose is to create a self-definition. This self-definition does not occur unless one can
stop and stand back from events and experience through a vehicle of a perceptual potentiality and sensuous
experience. The flesh, sinew, nerve, and brain of the human is such a perceptual vehicle.
That which observes consciously through it is a harmonic, or alignment with that first surge of something into
nothing (genesis). Sometimes the harmonic is in a perfect tune with this original extension. In other cases it
becomes dissonant and disperses its energy, thus becoming incapable of creating momentum. In either scenario, a
clue as to “how” specific states of consciousness are possible is hinted at.
If there is no resonance, then there is nothing. In such a theoretical environment nothing could extend forth,
nor retract back towards its causal source. This means that the possibility of experience, memory, time, and
eventuality cannot occur. Conversely, resonance must be able to extend and penetrate through the environment it is
a partner within. Resonance that cannot penetrate through its environment is also the same thing as nothing.
The OIT approach to magic is both explanatory and revelatory. That is, it takes into account and explains such
concepts as the magical link, proxemic environments, consciousness extension through prosthetic means, and total
environmental manipulation. The purpose is to create areas of influence that promote the extension of
individualized consciousness into previously unexperienced perceptual parameters.
Within these explanations lies a practical methodology that can be learned and applied to the benefit of the
individual involved. The goals of self determination are solely the produ
ct of a consciousness that is willfully, and
forcefully following a series of clues, and mysteries (attracted by a type of magnetic polarity called affinity) to
various conclusions.
In light of this psychological aspect of initiation (psycho-initiatory state), we can easily understand that OIT has
no specific goals for its Initiates. Its fundamental reason for existing is to teach others how to utilize and manipulate
the phenomenology of resonance in order to create relevant personal strategies for the purpose of self growth and
spiritual transformation.
Affiliation
OIT operates with both an inner peristyle and outer peristyle aspect. What this means is that interested
individuals who are not members of the Temple of Set can participate within a restricted framework in the Occult
Institute through the outer peristyle. This largely amounts to receiving the OIT Journal, engaging within “public”
OIT chat meetings and engaging in dialogue with the GM. This is in keeping with a long-running methodology that
OIT has had both as a Lodge, and then House within the Order of the Trapezoid.
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Additionally OIT is also open for limited participation by Setians I° of the Temple of Set if the Setian meets
certain criteria [read the following statement]. There are no fees connected with OIT membership. We already have
what we need.
Affiliation with OIT requires that each individual have Internet email and web access. Additionally each
participant will have to obtain at least one software package for live chatting and lectures [it’s free], and to register
with at least one specialized multi media oriented Bulletin Board Server [it’s private]. OIT also has its own reading
list; participants will need to obtain these books. Upon a request for affiliation you will be informed specifically as to
what you will need.
Setian I° Criteria for Statement of Interest
1. Must be a member of a Pylon or the Soa Gild.
2. State the specific empathy and affinity one has with OIT.
3. Must submit at least one article or artwork for inclusion in the Scroll of Set, the OIT Journal, and/or
OIT website within one year of affiliation.
4. Must have an Internet connection with private email and web access.
5. Have the explicit permission of any III°+ Initiate you may be in regular contact with to participate
within OIT. You will be denied participation if your Priesthood contact feels it will impede your
formative and initial work with the Temple of Set as a Setian I°.
6. Only the Grand Master can revoke membership. However it is a given that if a member of the
Priesthoods seeks revocation for a member it will be granted once the particular circumstances have
been determined. Revocation has no impact upon membership within the Temple of Set, which will be
considered as a separate issue by the Priesthood of Set.
Note: Participation at the I° level within OIT is not full Order affiliation, which has its own set of magical and
initiatory requirements. I° participation amounts to a statement of interest in OIT, allows access to the secured OIT
website, and places the Grand Master as an additional III°+ contact.
Adept II° Criteria for OIT Affiliation
1. Be an Adept II° in good standing.
2. Must submit at least one article or artwork for inclusion in the Journal and/or OIT website within one
year of affiliation.
3. Must have an internet connection with private email and web access.
4. Only the Grand Master can revoke membership. However it is a given that if a member of the Priesthood
seeks revocation for a member, it will be granted once the particular circumstances have been
determined. Revocation has no impact upon membership within the Temple of Set which will be
considered as a separate issue by the Priesthood of Set.
5. Must communicate directly with the Grand Master of the Order regarding magical and initiatory
requirements.
Priesthood of Set III°+ Criteria for Affiliation
1. Be a member of the Priesthood of Set in good standing.
2. Must submit at least one article or artwork for inclusion in the Journal and/or OIT website within one
year of affiliation.
3. Must have an Internet connection with private email and web access.
4. Only the Grand Master can revoke membership with consultation from the High Priest and other
Masters of the Temple. Revocation has no impact upon membership within the Temple of Set.
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The Action of Annunciation - Achieving OIT Mastery
OIT does offer Recognition to the level of Master of OIT. Any II°+ Initiate of the Temple of Set who is also an
OIT affiliate can seek the Path of Mastery after at least one year of affiliation. OIT does not presently offer Mastery
levels of Recognition to OIT participants who are not members of the Temple of Set, nor to Setian I° participants.
Final Words
OIT has a large online archive of information at both its public website and its secured private website (available
only to Temple of Set OIT affiliates). Additionally we publish a large electronic magazine quarterly, entitled the OIT
Journal.
OIT also has live chat, online lectures, and a very important reading list whose books affiliates will have to
obtain. With this small bit said I send you greetings!
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A74: The Order of Kronos
- by William T. Butch IV°, Grand Master
On the 18th of October XXXI (1996), The Order of Kronos came into being during an Atlantean ancestral
working. Kronos, one of the mythological Atlantean Kings, sent forth his warrior/priest/ scientists, to the four
corners of the Earth to create outposts among the barbaric tribes of that time. From those outposts came what we
now call civilization. The Order of Kronos is based upon the spirit of these outposts.
The Order of Kronos will be composed of the three elements of its namesake. The Element of the Warrior, the
Element of Science, and the Element of the Mystic.
Each element will have its own Master, with the expertise to conduct guidance in that area. The Master of each
element will be responsible to the Grand Master of the Order, who will create the atmosphere in which meetings,
workings, and seminars will take place. The Grand Master will work within all three elements.
Any Adept II° (+) may work within one, all, or any combination of elements within the Order. Some Setians may
not feel comfortable with aspects of one or another of the elements but nevertheless want to be a part of the whole.
In keeping with the spirit of Kronos, a magical name is to be chosen by each Initiate to further enhance the work
of the Order through individualized effort.
The Element of the Warrior will consist of the study of martial arts, edged weapons, and the use of herbs for
health and healing purposes. Those who participate in this element will be guardians of the Temple and will conduct
themselves according to the traditions of chivalry and comradeship. This is an element of heart, strength, and
physical well-being. Be advised that this element is the heart of the Order and is only for those Setians who wish to
walk in the way of the ancient fighting spirit. A high sense of honor, truth, and courage are important factors and
prerequisites for entrance into this element.
The Element of Science will focus on the study of astronomy and the possibility of other life-forms in the
universe. Since
the beginning of time we have been fascinated with the stars and what they may hold. This element
is one of creativity, imagination, and exploration of phenomena beyond our own planet.
The Element of the Mystic addresses exploration of the ancient mysteries of Atlantean mythology and the study
of supernatural phenomena. Results shall be used in workings of Greater Black Magic. This is an element of dark
shadows and unknown regions in which we come face-to-face with our fears, joy, power, and being.
Those who wish to enter the world of Kronos may do so by written letter to the Grand Master. Include why you
have taken an interest in the Order, in what element you would like to specialize, and what skills or knowledge, if
any, you would like to contribute to this element.
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A75: The Order of Leviathan
- by Bruce Ware IV°, Grand Master
The Order of Leviathan is one of the oldest Orders of the Temple of Set, coming into being in the year XVII of
the Æon of Set (1982 CE), under the guidance and genius of the Order’s first Grand Master, then-Magister James
Lewis. The Order was created to explore the messages of the “Statement of Leviathan” as found in the Diabolicon
and expanded through the years to the uncovering of the Æon-enhancing Word Remanifest, Uttered by then-
Magus Lewis. Now, as then, its aims are to uncover the essential principles of identity, intelligence, and immortality.
The Order of Leviathan operates as a magical vehicle for the Setian to explore the Æonic Words Xeper and
Remanifest. That is, we seek to answer the most fundamental and transcendent questions of human existence,
such as “What is the self that experiences Xeper?”
What sort of Setian Initiate would pursue the quest in this fashion, rather than choosing another Order and
method? The paths of initiation are as multivariate as the Initiates themselves. However a certain type of mentality
reads the open works of the Order and resonates with this mode of initiation.
The OL offers a unique approach to Xeper: The Adept Black Magician explores and seeks to apprehend supra-
rational concepts (and their supporting universal principles) of Being and Becoming that must be translated and
applied in a no-nonsense manner to the Objective Universe. It is this expression of initiation in the Objective