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OF THE
ORDO ASTRUM SOPHIAE
THE GRAND COMMANDERY OF THE WINGED SERPENT
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States and Canada
The Commandery of the Winged Serpent is an operative magical body,
conducting traditional Aurum Solis studies and practices and
encouraging serious research into the Ogdoadic Tradition of the Western
Mysteries. The House was first established by Melita Denning and
Osborne Phillips in the early 1980’s in Minneapolis/St. Paul MN, as a
Commandery of the Aurum Solis / O.S.V. The Winged Serpent was dormant
from 1987 until it was re-established in 1999 by authority of the Grand
Master of the Aurum Solis, with William Stoltz as its Master. It
is a vehicle of the Divine Alchemy, committed to the ideals of the
Great Work and the manifestation of the potential and vitality of the
Glorious Star of Regeneration. Now the Grand Commandery of the Ordo
Astrum Sophiae, the Winged Serpent, led by William Stoltz the Grand
Master of the Order, is located in Minneapolis, MN, USA.
For more information, contact the Winged Serpent at astrum.sophia@gmail.com.
THE COMMANDERY OF ALBION
The United Kingdom, Ireland and Greater Europe
On June 21st 2009, the Chiefs of The House of Thoth of Malvern England were granted the status for a Full and Sovereign Commandery, The Commandery of Albion, of the Ordo Astrum Sophiae.
The Chiefs of the Commandery of Albion, for their quality of Life, Learning and Dedication to the Ogdoadic Mysteries of the Western Esoteric Tradition, are fully authorized to transmit the degrees and teachings of the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Halls of the Ogdoadic Mysteries in accordance with the tradition and constitution of the Ordo Astrum Sophia. This, under special provisions, also permits said Commandery and House, to perform 3rd Hall workings exclusive to the vitality and mysteries of the Stella Gloriosa and to establish associate Houses in accordance with the O.A.S. Constitution.
THE HOUSE OF THOTH
The United Kingdom and Ireland
Nestled in the Malvern Hills, the House of Thoth is pleased to celebrate the Ogdoadic Mysteries of the Astrum Sophia in Britain. Initiates perform weekly group rites as well as other scheduled group workings. The House is currently empowered to transmit the First and Second Hall rites of initiation. The Chiefs of the House come from diverse magical traditions, having studied with different groups and teachers in the UK as well as on the Continent before finding the Ogdoadic Path.
The House of Thoth is committed to the ideals of Regeneration and the manifestation of the Glorious Star, and invites dedicated seekers to join them on their quest. While the House intends to serve the UK and Ireland, they also speak Spanish and Dutch. Enquiries should be directed to info@HouseofThoth.net. More information about the House can be found at www.HouseofThoth.net.
THE HOUSE OF ADOCENTYN
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
The House of Adocentyn is dedicated to the study and pursuit of the Mysteries of Knowledge and Regeneration. The House is also devoted to the cultivation of the Ogdoadic / Hermetic Tradition in the mystic Southwestern U.S. as well as the development and application of advanced Ogdoadic ritual technique. The Master of the House is the presiding Prior of the Ordo Astrum Sophiae, Chief archivist and Chief Editor to The Ogdoadic Journal. More information on the House as well as other Ogdoadic resources may be found on their website: www.adocentyn.net. Inquiries may be directed to master@adocentyn.net.
THE HOUSE OF MITHRAS
Sweden
The House of Mithras is established in Sweden and is now accepting serious inquires. The Chiefs of the House have been dedicated practitioners of Ogdoadic magic for thirty years and are fluent in English, Swedish, German and French. To contact the House send inquires to astrum.sophia@gmail.com.
THE HOUSE OF ABRAXAS
Seattle, Washington, United States
The House of Abraxas, formerly named The Fellowship of the House of Abraxas, is a group of Ogdoadic initiates based primarily out of the Pacific Northwestern United States. Its roots dating back to organizations founded in the late 90s, the initiates of the Fellowship of Abraxas began their formal association with the Ogdoadic tradition under the Order Aurum Solis in 2001, and have continued to operate under the auspices of the Grand Commandery of the Astrum Sophia. This House is committed to the advancement of the Ogdoadic Tradition and the work of the Glorious Star. Contact and workings are offered in Seattle, Washington and Eugene, Oregon.
Initiation is by invitation only at this time.
THE HOUSE OF THE PHOENIX
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
The House of the Phoenix is committed to the manifestation of the Glorious Star and the advancement of its Companions in the ambience of living alchemy. Inquiries may be sent to astrum.sophia@gmail.com.
THE CITADEL OF ATHANATON SOMA
Buenos Aires, Argentina
The Citadel Athanaton Soma is now established in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In recognition of his service to the Ogdoadic Mysteries, our Companion has been given permission to found a working group dedicated to transmission of the Hermetic Gnosis within Latin America. Inquiries in Spanish are welcome, but please note that curriculum materials are currently only available in English, so a good English reading ability is essential. Please direct initial inquiries to astrum.sophia@gmail.com.
THE HOUSE OF THE AGATHODAIMON
New York, United States
The House of The Agathodaimon is proud to represent the Ordo Astrum Sophiae in New York and the surrounding area. This House is located 55 miles from New York City on scenic Long Island. The House of The Agathodaimon offers a serious yet jovial atmosphere for the study and pursuit of the Ogdoadic Regenerative Mystery tradition in addition to the manifestation of the Glorious Star. Members participate in weekly group Rites as well as individual daily exercises. Together, as Adepti in other Regenerative Orders, the Chiefs of the House have over 25 years of Magical experience. Additionally, the House is also skilled in work with the Greek and Latin languages. Combining this experience with a classical university background, they provide a fresh perspective on Magical training. Well qualified seekers may contact us at agathodaimon.NY@gmail.com or through the OAS Administrator General at: astrum.sophia@gmail.com.
SOCIETAS ROTAE FULGENTIS
The SRF was the inner body of an antiquarian society from which the Aurum Solis was formed.
THE GUILD OF THE BLAZING WHEEL
The Guild of the Blazing Wheel embodies the functional workings of an inner and reconstituted body of the Order Astrum Sophiae. The Guild therefore expresses itself by and through the Third Hall rites of the Temenos of the Adepti and the rites of the Telesterion of the Adepti. This series of five initiatory rites, and corresponding curriculum, form a vital body of degrees and study within the Third Hall proper. The transmission of these rites must always follow their proper sequence and only be conferred on an adept who has received the Rite of Elevation via the Palingenesis.
George K. Stanton
George K. Stanton, a senior member of the Societas Rotae Fulgentis along with Charles Kingsgold, constituted the Aurum Solis in 1897. He was the first Warden (Grand Master) of the Order.
EN GIRO TORTE SOL CICLOS ET ROTOR IGNE
The Spiritual Sun has Turned the Ages in a Circle and is their Mover
with Fire!
Such are the Words, such is the Greeting!