num_pages: 36
description: This paper discusses the historical roots of the use of ritualized sex in contemporary occultism with special focus on the teachings of Aleister Crowley (1875-1947) Gerald B. Gardner (1884-1964) and Kenneth Grant (b. 1924). The notion of that sexual magic is related to Hindu Tantric practices is addressed and a detailed historical develpment of the use of ritualized sexas illustrated by Crowley Gardner and Grantis presented.
language: English
title: Challenging the Morals of Western Society: The Use of Ritualised Sex in Contemporary Occultism
publisher: Equinox Publishing