Here is a selection of numerous notable mystical traditions, as well as the corresponding practices and rituals.
Occult ≠ Tibetan Buddhism ≠ Western Esotericism ≅ Wicca ≠ Yoga
Mystical Traditions
(sorted alphabetically)
Occult comes from 'occultus' (Latin) which means hidden or secret, but occultism rather refers to 'knowledge of the paranormal' and deals with a deeper spiritual reality.
- Automatic writing
- Channeling
- Divination
- Ouija Board
- Self-induced hypnosis or trance
- Spellcasting
Tibetan Buddhism uses three methods of spiritual practise of Buddhism: Foundational Vehicle, Mahayana, and Vajrayana. The goal is to reach enlightenment in order to more efficiently help other beings reach it as well.
- Analytic meditation
- Deity yoga visualization
- Mantra (e.g. 'Om Mani Peme Hung')
- Mudras
- Phowa (transferring consciousness)
- Samadhi (incl. Samatha) meditation
- Vajrayana (Tantric Buddhism)
- Taking refuge to the Three Jewels
Western mystery tradition includes a number of spiritual traditions from the Western society, such as alchemy, herbalism, astrology, tarot, and ritual magic, to name just a few.
- Astral projection
- Divination
- Evocation
- Initiation rituals
- Mediumship
Wicca is nature-based and pagan in origin, with roots in ancient Europe (predating Christianity). Wiccans worship the Triple Goddess and the Horned God. Magic and altruistic rituals are a common practise.
- Drawing down the Moon ritual
- Evocation
- Handfasting
- Initiation rituals
- Self-initiation rituals
- Spellcasting
- Wiccaning
Yoga originates in India and refers to a range of mental and physical traditions. In Hinduism it is additionally one of the six astika schools of Hindu philosophy, and their goal.
- Asana (Yoga postures)
- Meditation
- Pranayama (Breath control)
- Shatkarma (Purification of the body)
We have dedicated our time and energy to the gathering of this knowledge, not only theoretical, but we hope to be able to offer you a more detailed insight into the above rituals and techniques with time. If you have any information that can help us, please let us know.