Why join a magical Order?
Because many works of the Ogdoadic Tradition are now openly available, it is possible for the solo practitioner to make great strides along the Path. Furthermore, there are people whose dispositions are best-suited to solo work. It is a valid means of attainment. However, in his book, School of the Soul, Halevi gives some compelling reasons for joining a functioning Magical Order or Mystery School: In spiritual work an individual can only go so far. Beyond a certain point the Path becomes obscure because it enters the unknown. Here help is required. However, what is offered by circumstance is sometimes not what is needed, and the inexperienced seeker cannot always tell the good from the bad. What can be said is that supportive companions are as vital as useful maps, well-tried techniques and a trustworthy guide, for the Way is beset with many trials to test and prevent the unready from moving out of their depth. A [Mystery] School is a convoy designed to take groups safely across this
