The Testament of Solomon - The Origins of Solomonic Magic, Occultism & Demonology

Solomon is known for his legendary control over demons - but what is the origins of this lore? Composed in the first few centuries of the common era, The Testament of Solomon is part legendary biography, part demonological catalog and part proto-grimoire. In this episode, I explore the Testament and it's elaborate demonology but also the transition from the more legendary aspect of the text into the more practical occult form of demon conjuring that serves as the foundation for Solomonic Magic and Occultism generally but also the infamous Lesser Key of Solomon more specifically. Make Sure to Subscribe & Consider supporting Esoterica by becoming a monthly Patron - https://www.patreon.com/esotericachannel a one time donation - https://www.paypal.me/esotericachannel or the Super Thanks - Your support is profoundly appreciated! #occult #magic #paimon Recommended Reading: The Testament of Solomon online - http://www.esotericarchives.com/solomon/testamen.htm Mccown Critical Edition - https://archive.org/details/cu31924028957400/mode/2up 15th century Harley MS 5596 - http://www.bl.uk/manuscripts/FullDisplay.aspx?ref=Harley_MS_5596 Charlesworth - The Old Testament Pseudepigrapha - 978-1598564891 Johnson - The Testament of Solomon: Recension C - 978-1907881947 Demonological Spreadsheet of the Testament - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1TLrUUNdQPv9ExCDJ6KE_aJVF7R1ErEavZNFHsA9tIrQ/edit#gid=1286187935 - Courtesy of Patrick M. Dey