Enochian Chess of the Golden Dawn, by C.L. Zalewski.
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Enochian Chess with C.L. Zalewski's (Chris) comprehensive and revised edition. Tailored for both chess and Golden Dawn enthusiasts, this strategic four-handed chess game introduces players to ancient Egyptian Gods and Goddesses through symbolic chess pieces. Chris Zalewski's breakthrough builds upon Israel Regardie's work and Dr. Wynn Westcott's Ritual Y manuscripts, providing a fresh perspective on this unique chess variant. The book, divided into four parts and covers the game's history, construction of chess sets and boards, rules of gameplay, and advanced strategies. Part I delves into the historical background and offers guidance on crafting your chess set. Part II provides detailed rules, gameplay examples, and strategic insights, making it accessible for players of all skill levels. For those intrigued by divination and magic Part III explores Enochian Chess as a tool for spiritual meditation and esoteric use, incorporating dice throws and symbolic associations to offer a unique divination experience. Part IV delves into Golden Dawn Adept training applied to Enochian Chess, introducing the Z2 formulas of magical training and an advanced chapter on four-dimensional chess. With striking colours representing the four elements and intricate symbology, this edition intertwines Egyptian pantheons with planetary, astrological, tarot, geomantic, and Hebrew associations. Chris brings to this book many years of personal experience in Enochian Chess and the Hermetic sciences behind it. Whether you're a chess player seeking a new challenge or an occultist on a magical/spiritual path, this book promises to captivate your intellect, intuition and development. Chris Zalewski's Enochian Chess of the Golden Dawn is a must-have guide for those ready to embark on a unique and enriching chess journey.