27/11/2023
Available now from Ninth Circle Press
Sefer-ha Sitra Achra - The Book of Descent by A. D. Mercer
What is the Sitra Achra?
The Sitra Achra is most often directly linked to the other ‘dark side’ of Hebraic mysticism, the Qlippoth. However, these two concepts are, quite simply, not the same thing. Indeed, Sitra Achra predates the Qlippoth by a significant number of years and is hinted at in some of the oldest mystical texts. The Sitra Achra is a far more complex and intriguing subject than the mere ‘abode of demons’ that it has predominantly been portrayed as.
'Sefer ha Sitra Achra- The Book of Descent' examines the earliest texts that expound the nature of the Sitra Achra, examining texts written circa the 12th to 13th centuries that are contemporary to the most famous of mystical Jewish texts, ‘The Zohar’. As well as other important mystical texts composed within the same timeframe.
As well as establishing the history and philosophy of the Sitra Achra, Sefer ha Sitra Achra offers powerful and highly effective magical practices to enable the practitioner to truly explore the deepest depths of the Chambers of Hell.
Currently available in two formats
Standard hardback – Clothbound with gold stamping spine and cover with Dust Jacket
Special Edition – gold stamping spine and cover. Bound in Wintan leather and slipcase. (Wintan is 85% recycled leather)
The Sitra Achra is most often directly linked to the other ‘dark side’ of Hebraic mysticism, the Qlippoth. However, these two concepts are, quite simply, not the same thing.