Aleister Crowley Quote by Gordon White
““One end accepts too much, the other end accepts too little, and there in the middle is the western magical tradition exemplified by the experiments of John Dee and Edward Kelley, or Aleister Crowley and Victor Neuberg.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Occult Tradition, Gordon White, 2005
The western magical tradition sits between extremes, illustrated by historical occult figures.
In simple terms: Western magic balances extremes, shown by Dee, Kelley, Crowley, Neuberg.
Key Takeaway
Recognize balance in esoteric practices.
Themes
occult
history
balance
Mood
intrigued
thoughtful
Type
analytical
historical
When to use this quote
- academic study
- personal practice
- ritual design
Key Concepts
Western mysticism
alchemy
dualism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does balance affect magical work?
- What can modern practitioners learn from these figures?
A Different Perspective
May overlook non‑Western traditions.
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