BoL Bio Update
I just finished updating the biography of F. Israel Regardie, in Chapter IX :: History.
The more personal touches of information, such as how he felt about his teacher and employer Aleister Crowley, comes from the introduction of his book The Middle Pillar. The introduction was written by Chic and Tabitha Cicero who have edited and annotated many of Regardie’s books for their re-release by Llewellyn Publications. Additional information was gleaned from other of Regardie’s books, especially What You Should Know About the Golden Dawn, as well as encyclopedia sources.
Like many other esoteric students of today, I owe a depth of gratitude to Regardie who broke his vow of silence in order to publish the rituals and traditions of the Golden Dawn before they were lost to time. His integration of psychology and metaphysics creates a practical means for the spiritual, mental and emotional development of the individual.
His writings are accessible and easily comprehended, his exercises and directions are steeped in practical experience and are invaluable if pursued regularly. Knowing more about him personally, silly facts such as he enjoyed boxing, only enriches his writings.
