In all traditional cultures there is a prevalent belief in evil
spirits. Misfortunes, madness, and sicknesses are attributed to
their malign attentions, and all manner of charms and amulets may be
employed to ward them off. Sorcerers and malefactors are believed
to employ such spirits, but even without them the power of their
projected thoughts can be strong enough to cause harm.
In the developed countries we live in less superstitious times and find
it more comforting to believe that rational explanations can be found
for unpleasant situations. No one can tell us with certainty what
the truth really is in such matters. As individuals we may have
our own views, based on experience, belief, or intuition.
If you feel in some way "spooked," or the
something's "eating you," it may be worth looking for some
psychic or spiritual protection.
One of the angels most commonly invoked to ward off evil
spirits is Lahabiel, an angel of the First Day, Sunday, who works
under Archangel Michael the Dragonslayer. Lahabiel has specific
duties as a "Jinxbuster," and he can be a powerful
ally. The best time to petition or invoke him is on a
Sunday. The best ritual to invoke the protection of
Lahabiel is the Ritual of the Pentagram, which is described in later
pages. Alternatively, you could write Lahabiel's name in Theban
script on a piece of leather and wear it on your person as a
protective amulet.
