Editing Bornless Ritual (section)

==Theoretical foundations==
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The theoretical foundations of the Bornless Ritual are rooted in [[ancient Egyptian]] and [[Magic in the Greco-Roman world|Greek magical traditions]], reflecting a synthesis of [[Hermeticism|Hermetic]], [[Gnostic]], and [[early Christian]] influences. The ritual calls upon the "Bornless One", a term signifying a [[Greek primordial deities|primordial]], [[Transcendence (religion)|transcendent]] deity beyond the confines of birth and death. This concept is central to the Hermetic tradition, emphasizing the unity of the divine and the individual soul's [[Body of light|capacity]] to access [[Seven heavens|higher realms of existence]]. Philosophers such as [[Iamblichus]] and the [[Neoplatonists]] have significantly contributed to the [[Classical element#Neo-Platonism|metaphysical framework]] that informs the ritual, advocating the practice of [[theurgy]] to attain [[divine illumination]].{{sfnmp|1a1=Fowden|1y=1986|2a1=Butler|2y=1998}}

In [[Thelema]], the Bornless Ritual is particularly significant for its role in the "Invocation of the [[Knowledge and Conversation of the Holy Guardian Angel]]". The invocation's structure and language are designed to evoke a profound spiritual response, tapping into the [[Jungian archetypes|archetypal imagery]] and symbolism present in ancient magical traditions. The ritual's invocation of [[divine names]], [[magical formulae]] and [[Table of magical correspondences|attributes]] is intended to align the practitioner with [[Classical planet|cosmic forces]], facilitating a state of heightened spiritual awareness and connection with the Holy Guardian Angel. This alignment bridges the gap between the material and spiritual worlds, enabling the practitioner to wield spiritual authority and attain deeper [[self-realization]].{{sfnmp|1a1=DuQuette|1y=2003|2a1=Asprem|2y=2018}}