Invoking Asmodeus: A Journey to the Depths of Self and Beyond
Asmodeus Unveiled: A Ritual of Desire, Transformation, and the Bridge Between Worlds
There’s something about stepping into places steeped in antiquity that pulls you into another realm. Take the places I go as an example. It could be a Bronze Age burial mound nestled in the Suffolk countryside, where the silence whispers secrets of the past. Or an old, disused church lost in the wilds, its crumbling stones resonating with forgotten prayers. Maybe it’s the Devil’s Punchbowl pool in South Norfolk, a place formed during interglacial times, where the water gleams like an ancient mirror. Or the Devil’s Dyke in east Cambridgeshire, a great scar of history carved into the earth by hands and minds long since gone.
Each of these locations hums with an energy that stretches across time, space, and consciousness. They are places where the veil between the physical and the etheric thins — a perfect stage for a ritual to invoke Asmodeus, the Goetic demon associated with desire, creativity, and the power of transformation.
But the following ritual doesn’t call for ceremonial items or paraphernalia. You leave your hands empty and your mind open, embracing what some might call “empty-hand magick.” This isn’t about external tools; it’s about delving into the raw core of your being and aligning yourself with the forces of the greater reality.
The Ritual: Invoking Asmodeus
Choosing the Place
The first step is intuitive. Feel your way to the right place. It could be an ancient site, a windswept hill, or even a quiet grove in your local woods. The important thing is the resonance—a sense that the location aligns with the purpose of the ritual. Let the land speak to you.Preparing Yourself
This ritual requires no candles, circles, or incense. Instead, it calls for the mastery of your own tripartite being: mind, emotion, and body. Begin by stilling your internal dialogue. Focus on your breath and allow silence to settle into the spaces where thoughts normally chatter. Observe your emotions as they rise, but do not let them control you. Feel your body—every sensation, every movement—grounding yourself fully in the present moment.The Invocation
Stand tall, feet rooted to the earth. Extend your awareness to the space around you, sensing the unseen energies that hum in the air. Speak aloud Asmodeus’s name — not as a command, but as a calling. Let the name vibrate in your chest, resonating outward into the ether:
“Asmodeus, Spirit of Desire and Transformation, I call to you. Come forth, not as a master, but as a guide. Reveal to me the truths I need to see—within myself and within the greater reality of existence.”
As you speak, allow your mind to form a connection to Asmodeus, not as a caricature of evil but as a powerful force of creative and transformative energy. Feel his presence manifest — not in a sudden flash, but as a shift in the atmosphere, a deepening of the unseen.
The Dialogue
Once you sense Asmodeus’s presence, open yourself to dialogue. Speak your intent—your desires, your fears, your struggles. But more importantly, listen. The responses may come as impressions, insights, or even symbolic visions. Do not dismiss anything, no matter how abstract it seems. The wisdom of Asmodeus often comes in riddles, challenging you to confront the truths hidden within yourself.The Closing
When the dialogue feels complete, thank Asmodeus for his presence. Speak a simple farewell:
“Thank you, Asmodeus, for your guidance and truth. I release you now, and I carry forward the insights you have granted me.”
Allow his presence to fade, and bring your awareness fully back to your surroundings.
Empowerment Through Asmodeus
Invoking Asmodeus is not about summoning a demon to do your bidding. It’s about engaging with an archetype — a force that exists both within you and in the greater reality. Asmodeus challenges you to confront your deepest desires and fears, pushing you to master the three pillars of your being:
Mind: The ritual trains you to silence your internal dialogue, making you aware of the thought loops that govern your life. By mastering your mind, you gain clarity and focus.
Emotion: Asmodeus forces you to face your rawest emotions. He strips away pretense, revealing your true motivations and desires. Learning to observe and channel these emotions without being ruled by them is a path to emotional intelligence and resilience.
Body: The physical stillness and awareness required in the ritual ground you in the present moment. You learn to feel and control the subtle energies of your body, aligning yourself with the flow of the greater reality.
This process of self-mastery empowers you to navigate the world with a deeper understanding of yourself and your place within it.
Are Demons Internal or External?
The question of whether demons like Asmodeus are internal or external is one of perspective. In many ways, they are both. On one level, demons are archetypes — manifestations of universal forces that exist within the psyche. Asmodeus, for example, represents the drive for desire, creativity, and transformation. Engaging with him is a way to explore these aspects of yourself.
But there is also the “without” — the idea that demons exist as external entities, part of the greater reality beyond the self. This duality reflects the ancient Hermetic principle of “as above, so below; as within, so without.” By invoking Asmodeus, you stand at the crossroads of these two worlds, bridging the internal and the external, the personal and the universal.
A Path to Self-Knowledge
Ultimately, invoking Asmodeus is a path to self-knowledge. It challenges you to confront the shadows within, to embrace the raw truths of your being, and to connect with the greater tapestry of existence. Whether you see Asmodeus as an external force or an internal archetype, the journey he offers is one of profound transformation.
In the end, you leave the ritual changed — empowered, awakened, and more deeply in tune with the mysteries of the self and the cosmos. And all it takes is an open mind, an empty hand, and the courage to walk into the unknown.