The Occult Art of Acquiring and Directing Spirit Servants

[SpiritualMasterSlave]

One of the most interesting occult arts to be found in Islamic occultism is what the practitioners in Indonesia call "Ilmu Khodam" The word ilmu (pron. "eel-moo") literally means "knowledge." In Indonesian shamanism, ilmu particularly refers to a specific occult art--its theory, practice, and the resultant power or ability--emphasis is especially placed on power.

Khodam (pron. "kho-dum") or Khadam, an Arabic word as is "ilmu," may be translated as "servant." In al-Hikmah, one of the terms for occult science in Islam, the word khodam refers to an acquired familiar spirit, unlike Qarin, which is a companion spirit one is born with. These khodam familiars, are not animal spirits, or at least, they do not normally appear in animal form, unlike the familiars of wicca and shamanism. Generally speaking, the khodams are said to be specialized spirits of the angelic/jinn class, though some occult practitioners explain that khodams are specifically the angelic servants embodied and guarding the letters of the Arabic alphabet, the Holy Quran and even the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah. A minority of practitioners believe them to be intermediate spirits between angels and jinns.

From the foregoing information, we may define "Ilmu Khodam" to be the occult art of conjuring and acquiring invisible helpers to assist in one's magical operations. The nature and spiritual level of the khodams that the occult practitioner acquire is dependent upon his/her own spiritual attainment. Not all khodams have the same powers or to the same degree. The master of a khodam would have to inquire the spirit familiar regarding its speciality, nature, class, origin, and other pertinent matters.

Khodams are said to be charismatic, have powerful presences, with strong personalities and revealing identities. They are also highly intelligent and communicative. They have a calm nature and their words are filled with wisdom. Khodams normally appear in robes.

Acknowledging that the above specific explanation regarding khodams are correct, in addition, these spirits, according to my initiator, are actually one of the earliest created (emanated?) beings and are a class of their own--they do not belong to either groups of angels and jinns. Their have a benign nature and have sworn to serve only for good purposes so that they might acquire merit and evolve further, perhaps allowing them to attain a higher spiritual status permitting them to approach closer to the Throne.

These khodams were "created" to be the guardians and helpers of humanity. They possess wonderful powers, although circumscribed by cosmic law. They are programmed to assist those who would first take the initiative to help themselves, and those who are in dire straits. Perhaps angelic assistance that people are experiencing all over the world are khodamic-activity.

It is believed by practitioners of Ilmu Khodam that most spiritual adepts in the past possessed khodams, and that it is possible to invoke the energies of these khodams or even persuade them to become one's magical companion. Adepts of the past leave behind them magickal energies permeating their physical remains and possessions and even in their khodams. Acquiring these energies could increase the practitioner's powers. The shamans in Indonesia often seek the left-over power of an adept wielded by their khodam; they also believe that sometimes it is the khodam that seeks for a worthy vessel. Thus, there are cases where uninterested individuals in magic suddenly possess remarkable occult or psychic abilities after an illness or a traumatic event--many shamans are born this way..

In my own experiment in khodamic conjuration which required a 11-day operation, I had to fast for three days and recite certain sacred verses at midnight while sitting on an especially designed magical carpet with an occult diagram imprinted upon it. The carpet had to be charged before-hand, and this was done by brushing over the magical diagram with a combination of 9 different types of oils, plus one extra bottle of magical oil previously consecrated by our initiator. This latter form of consecration was designed for the novice, as the advanced form required one to draw the magical diagram from scratch using consecrated pen and ink/oils. After the carpet was ready, at midnight I began the incantation and conducted the required physical exercise designed to attract, absorb, and accumulate psychic energy into one's force-field. My magical operation actually extended for an extra 12 days beyond the 11-day ritual--this was for the acquisition of extra powers.

During the 9th or 10th day of the operation, while in the middle of my recitation, a khodam started to contact me. I saw her form clairvoyantly, in my third eye. She was dressed in a blue flowing gown--and she was very beautiful. However, past training and experiences taught me not to be emotionally and psychologically attached to visions and spirit beings as this could be perilous to soul-health, so I simply greeted her without too much excitement and continued with the recitations. I wondered at that time if she were a projection of my subconscious mind or part of my wishful thinking. After applying certain occult methods, I was satisfied to know that she had a definite existence apart from me. Later experiences confirmed that she was real.

The reason why khodams are considered as a class of their own was apparent after my personal contact with one. According to traditional sources, jinns, whether benign or malevolent, have protuberances growing out of their head. This is graphically portrayed as horns. The spirit being that came into contact with us did not possess such features. On the other hand, I have had nocturnal visitations that I consider "angelic." The faces and forms of these being were indistinct because of the light that they radiated, even at close up--and the energy they emanated produced a hissing, electrical sound. In contrast, the khodam that appeared to me, although radiant, was distinct with clear facial features.

I will not continue with the rest of the story of my initial contact with my khodam, as contacts such as these are actually a private matter. Suffice to say, that I was satisfied with the results, I had proven to myself the existence of spirit beings called khodams, and the efficacy of the method of the Ilmu Khodam as taught to us. Although sceptic at first, my doubts were removed by my successful conjuration of a khodam familiar.

Having related at some length concerning Ilmu Khodam, one would probably inquire what are the benefits of learning this art. Below, are some of the abilities and powers that one could acquire or exercise with ease with the assistance of the khodam spirit :

The power to charge and consecrate objects without the use of any media whatsoever (should circumstances demand it), such as water, flowers, incense, etc.

The ability to acquire information from someone without the need of meeting him/her face to face; this is done by invoking the person magically and/or attuning with his/her mind.

The ability to detect an area whether there is hidden treasure or sacred objects buried and the action to be taken in order to retrieve them.

The power to automatically exercise self-defensive techniques.

The ability to conjure various kinds of spirits and to communicate with them.

The ability to move spirits or power associated with a sacred object to other media.

The ability to exercise the "distant punch,"--that is, the ability to hit an aggressor without physical contact. One simply goes through the motions of hitting, the khodam would simultaneously exert a force that would topple the aggressor.

The ability to acquire information or knowledge on the magical arts.

Invulnerability.

The gradual unfoldment of clairvoyance and telepathy.

The ability to assist the healing process of those suffering physical ailments.

In the exercise of some of these abilities, one would be directed intuitively by the khodam as to the methods/techniques or one could inquire it by using one's telepathic faculty, which would gradually unfold or improve with silent meditations and contacts with the khodam. After the initial encounter with the familiar, one would have carried-out a relationship with the spirit with regular communications and discussions.

Having a khodam is not an absolute necessity in most magical operations, as they can be done without their help and psychic powers could unfold naturally through some other occult discipline. But their companionship is valuable; in any magical work, khodams would assist in bringing about a satisfactory conclusion. Invoking their aid at the commence of a ritual would add to the magician's successful working of the operation, as would the invocation of one's Higher Guardian Angel.

PRACTICING ILMU KHODAM

It is important that one approaches and practices Ilmu Khodam with the strictest sense of reverence that it deserves, as acquiring an invisible helper is a gift from the Almighty. It is an answer to the cry,"O my Lord, leave me not alone; and Thou art the best of inheritors." Quran 21:89.

The practitioner of Ilmu Khodam should be virtuous while maintaining a high level of spiritual ethics. It is possible that those with negative temperaments, and practicing Ilmu Khodam, would only attract spirits of a low order with the propensity to deceive and delude. It is, therefore, necessary to improve one's character. Cleanliness is required in mind, body, and soul--and of course, one's place of practice. Dirt, whether physical, psyhcological, or metaphysical, attracts the inhabitants of the lower spheres. Traditionally, spirit conjurations are often carried-out in empty rooms as conflicting vibes from objects seem to affect the outcome of the conjuration.

Misuse any power and the law of karma would be invoked. One would have to face the consequence of one's actions and be burdened with its compensation. This could hamper or delay the further growth of the occult practitioner. The practicing magician should keep this in mind. The more power and knowledge possessed, the more responsible the magician should become towards maintaining harmony in the universe. Blessings from heaven above should be put to positive use for the greater good, even if it has to start with improving one's condition--and this would naturally be the magician's initial concern. Lash out no force that would defeat one's soul-purpose or that of another.

A reasonable, thinking, sane mind is important in the pursuit of Ilmu Khodam as irrationality results in glamor, illusions, and a faulty sense of grandeur. Egoistic objectives and personal ambitions should be effaced as these do not lead one to the higher paths of light. The practitioner should strive to refrain from expressing negativity in any form. Purity in mind, body and soul is a requisite in this magickal art. If one wishes to attract a quality khodam, one would have to be a quality microcosmic being. Purification is a necessity--one's lower nature would have to be transmuted in the alchemical fire.

Power, whether self-acquired or given often unfolds in a person noisome characteristics. We have seen this often. Arrogance, pride, vanity . . . these are often expressed to the ultimate detriment of the magician. Let power be balanced with love, wisdom, understanding, intelligence, etc. (with the other sephiroth of the Tree of Life), and all shall be well.

I would advise that the novice learn how to move before learning how to crawl, how to stand before knowing how to walk, how to run before exercising the wings to fly and reach for the stars. Approach magic, the occult and mysticism (and religion!) with reason and common sense.

Khodams are not to be worshipped, they are to be regarded and respected as special friends that could support one's efforts in times of need or urgency. Manipulate or mistreat them in any way, and they will remove themselves from one's service. Khodams are not infallible or all-powerful, and this should be realized from the very outset. They are not genies that would grant one's every wish or satisfy every whim. Any assistance derived from khodams is the result of the grace of the Omnipresent Spirit, to whom should be directed our heart-felt devotions and appreciations.

Khodams are not to be overly-depended upon, as this would hamper the magician's spiritual growth. However, they do often help the magician in his every-day affairs, sometimes without the need for the magician to request it verbally or mentally--so attuned are they with the mind and heart of their charge.

In the practice of occultism, one would often see or meet with gruesome looking beings or threatening conditions. It is important for the practitioner to overcome fear for all is not light in the astral planes.

PSYCHIC SENSITIVITY

The practitioner of Khodam Magic or Ilmu Khodam might want to increase his/her sensitivity and receptivity to psychic impressions. One method is to recite the following several times a day, or after one's obligatory prayers (in Islam, prayers are conducted 5 times a day), fasting would also be appropriate :

"I seek the forgiveness of Allah the Mighty" 100x

"Blessings Of Allah Be Upon Muhammad" 100x

"There is no might nor power except with Allah" 100x

"Ya Allah Ya Qadim." 100x

Do this discipline for a week, and routinely thereafter, as it will also help to elevate one's character. If done with full concentration, certain physical symptoms (signs of success) would eventually occur such as shivering, vibrating, shaking, decrease in temperature, etc. One would also catch glimpses of the astral realms. If there is anything that causes fright, simply recite "Allahu Akbar" (God is the greatest) several times to separate the frightful object from oneself.

CONTACTING SPIRITS

Communications with one's khodam or any other spirit takes place telepathically, or if one possesses a mediumistic nature, and if another would act as inquirer, one could ask the khodam or spirit to take over one's body for a time to answer questions. This, however, should not be attempted until one has adapted to the energies of the khodam, especially when requesting other spirits to enter one's body with the khodam's assistance. We have seen in several cases the comings and goings of spirits causing mediums to fall into convulsions. This is the result of a poor physical equipment, unsuited to the practice, and unadapted to spirit energies.

If you find the mediumistic method suitable for you and if it is chosen, one should beforehand arrange for an agreed method with the khodam as to its leave or a spirit's leave from the body. The recitation "Allahu Akbar," for instance, might serve as a clue to the khodam when it is expected to depart or to signal it to remove the invoked spirit from the body should it prove to be adamant. This might be recited by one's assistant acting as inquirer or by oneself if one has not lost consciousness.

Every being has a name or something with which it resonates or identifies itself with, this is not always a word that may be pronounced, sometimes it is a geometric structure, a colour, a signature, a sigil, a certain thought, feeling, or a combination of these. This is difficult to explain in three-dimensional terms; however, khodams usually condescend to our mental orientation and give us a word or two with which we may evoke it--this may even be a regular name. Just ask how you may address and call it. Or you may simply close your eyes and visualize its form in the Third-eye area and chant its name until it responds.

The mediumistic method, eventhough a valid occult practice, is not to be recommended, however, as the practitioner is liable to loose control or cause the dysfunction of the etheric body. We urge the magician to unfold and utilize the telepathic method instead as this gives greater control over occult proceedings. Though seldom causing the condition known as possession, mediumistic activities, do often result in obsession, external control of a spirit/s, and poor health.

Spirits associated with sacred objects or sites may be communicated with. One's khodam will help to facilitate the dialogue. It should be kept in mind that spirits are sentient beings with feelings. They should be treated with respect and every courtesy should be shown to them. We were once reprimanded of this by a spirit who broke one of our magical utensils in a most unusual way calling us to our forgetfulness and neglect in greeting it politely.

One of the methods of communicating with a familiar of an object is to hold the object in one's left hand and to visualize its energy forming into a ball of light. Let this packet of energy flow upwards via the left arm, shoulder, neck, and into the forehead--the Third-eye area. Focus on the Third-eye and the light formation in one's visual sense. Call upon the spirit to manifest itself and to communicate. It is possible that one might see the form of the spirit in that light--in any case, once contact has been felt, greet the spirit and commence with the dialogue. When the contact is to be ended, thank the spirit and return the energy to the object via the neck, right shoulder and right arm down to the right hand of which the object is placed (handed from the left hand). Then visualize any personal, etheric links with the object as being severed.

Another method uses two hands to clasp the object, instead of just the left and right hand. The technique of energy shifting to and from the forehead is the same, however. The practitioner might want to clasp the object with the palms in a prayerful position in the vicinity of the forehead or the Third-eye area.

Possible questions that may be asked of the spirit of an object are its name, purpose, power, method of use, care, summoning method, origin of object, previous owner, maker, etc.

If no spirit familiar is associated with an object, most often this is intuitively felt by detection. The object might instead be charged with an emotional content/mental intent. The above method may be used to psychometrize the charged object to determine its purpose and level of power. If the energy level is high, one would feel this palpably as it flows into one's arm. If the above contact method fails one might want to apply the method below as often used to contact spirits at certain sites.

To communicate with spirit beings of a certain area.

To contact beings of any given site (one may do this from a remote position), first recite the verse below for a thousand times :

"Knower of the unseen and the witnessed." 1000x

Next mentally focus and visualize the area with all of its detail. Recite a personal prayer in which the request is made for a contact with the spirit guardian of the region or whatever spirit you wish to commune with. Then invoke the spirit by first calling its name, if known, then recite the following slowly several times until contact has been made:

"fa yahiy umar faruoq."

Recite the above while maintaining the image of the area in one's mental screen and as though one were exerting out a force with the mantra. It is possible that the spirit would appear in one's mind-eye; in any case, when it is felt that contact has been made, greet the spirit and commence with the dialogue. When the communication is over, thank the spirit, and bid it to part. If it still remains near one's force-field recite "Allahu Akbar" (god is the greatest) over and over.

To prevent prankster spirits from approaching and assuming the identity of the spirit invoked, construct a protective circle or sphere before hand, and consecrate the space with the correct intent, exercising the spiritual will. Angelic forces or one's khodam may be invoked to protect the occult proceedings from negative intrusions. Spirits are four-dimensional creatures, thus drawing a protective 2-dimensional circle on the ground without giving it a third and fourth dimensional quality is a source of humor to some spirits. Be sure when you construct a circle to visualize it as a sphere and will it as existing in the etheric/astral planes.

With the above method it is possible to detect whether a house, for instance, has negative or positive energies/spirits and how this would affect the inhabitants, or whether a place is suitable to open up a business. One's own ingenuity would unfold ways of utilizing the newly-acquired powers and invent techniques that may be used with the aid of the khodam.

PREPARATION

Before embarking on any Ilmu Khodam operation, especially that related to the martial-arts and spirit contact, it is necessary to fine-tune one's etheric-body so that it would have a positive response to the energies invoked. There are two steps to this: preparation of the body and preparation of the site.

Preparation of the Body

Have a glass of portable water at hand. Recite over it the following prayer 11 times after which blow upon the water in the glass, visualizing energy flowing with the breath to charge it. Visualize the water glowing and seething with life.

"My Lord, do not leave me alone [with no heir], while you are the best of inheritors." 11x

Then drink the consecrated water. Continue with the next step of the preparation of the site.

Preparation of the Site

Recite over a handful of salt the above prayer 11x and charge it with the blowing technique, after which have the salt strewn all over the place. Imagine a sphere of light surrounding the area and will that nothing but the invoked energies may enter therein or whatever is called for. Invoke the khodam to be a watcher and gate-keeper of the consecrated space.

TREASURE HUNTING

Detecting Buried Treasures

Detecting hidden treasures, or anything else for that matter, require a psychic sensitivity to nature--a fine-tuned etheric/physical nervous system free from toxins and blockages, and a mind/body/soul capable of being still or activated in some way under the direction of the spiritual will. The purer the lower principles of the microcosm, the easier it is to receive and record subtle vibrations. All components of the Spirit used by man to function in the three worlds require purification. It is the first step in alchemical transformation; it is the first phase in yogic development; it is the first requisite in magic, as it opens up the channels for the spiritual will of the mage to function through. As important as it is, I will not deal with this subject here as it requires lengthy treatment.

Once purification has been successfully carried-out, the next step would be to undergo sensitivity training. Psychic sensitivity may be developed through various mystical and occult disciplines. The novice might want to delve deeper into the subject--there are many fine books out there that will provide the required information. Nevertheless, the many steps of development taught in Ilmu Khodam, as well as its application, will gradually unfold a certain degree of sensitivity in the practitioner.

Techniques or methods of detection are through psychic attunement/spirit inquiry. They are briefly explained below.

The Method of Psychic Attunement

In matters of detection many occultist utilize the dowsing method with a rod or pendulum--these are valid methods. I would like to introduce here one technique that the magical operator might want to experiment with. The following is a method that I personally call "geo-psychometry." In this method of detection, we simply embrace an area with our consciousness, become one with it and feel its energy--feel whether it contains any strong magnetism of a metallic nature. Prior to this one must familiarize oneself with the energies of various metals. For instance, to know iron, simply hold an iron object to feel the energy that it emanates. After one is well-acquainted with the metals, one might extend one's knowledge of energies with various kinds of rocks, wood, fluid, etc.

The detection of an area could be done in a remote manner if it is impossible for one to be personally on site. In any case, acquire a handful of soil from the area; close your eyes and hold the soil and reach out to its place of origin. Imagine that your consciousness is embracing the region. Then feel. Affirm to yourself that your mind and body will feel and have a positive "knowing" response if any treasures lie hidden in the area. If your clairvoyant faculties are functioning you might catch glimpses of the place or see the aura of the treasure--or even the treasure itself, assuming that it exists. This is a method that most Javanese shamans use to detect the contents of a region.

To target on an "X" spot, and if you are on site, walk around with hands outstretched and feel a magnetic pull. Visualize, sense and feel the energies of the element that you seek. For instance, if you seek gold, visualize and recall what the energies of gold is like. Walk around with your hands outstretched before you while thus attuning to the frequency of gold. If your hands feel a strong pull, the possibility is there that gold is buried underneath in the ground. Do not be satisfied with this, however, research should be done as to the area's historical background to support your findings; and last but not least, verify this with the guardian spirits of the region and your khodam, and if it is permissible and possible for you to retrieve it.

The Method of Spirit Inquiry

As mentioned previously, inquiries may be made of the guardian spirits of the region if there are any buried treasures or sacred objects hidden in the area, and the means of acquiring them, whether they should be dug up, or whether they may be retrieved with the help of certain khodams. If there are any treasures in the chosen site, the spirits might give you permission to retrieve them, perhaps conditionally, in which case it is important to find out what they want. If it is a reasonable request, harming none, you might consider fulfilling it. The origin and nature of the objects or treasure may be inquired of the spirit-keepers of the region.

[Desecrated]

Thank you for that very long text.
Where does most of this come from? What books in particular should I check out?

[Horny Goat]

It was certainly extremely interesting. What do you plan to use your Khodam for?

[SpiritualMasterSlave]

Thank you for that very long text.
Where does most of this come from? What books in particular should I check out?

It's an article I wrote a few years ago but haven't posted it all because it's very long. Only old arabic manuscripts and books will you find this, but it's very hard to get hold of them because they are very old. I got one old book of 'Asif ibn Barkhiya', the one who brought Queen of Sheba's throne to King Solomon "...in the twinkling of an eye". He was a master and had knowledge of the scripture, Allah bestowed upon him his greatest name, whatever he wishes becomes true.

[SpiritualMasterSlave]

It was certainly extremely interesting. What do you plan to use your Khodam for?

You can use them for whatever you want, helping you to evolve more in magic, teaching you anything related to occult and even serving you food on a platter. But personally I use them to create a better environment for everyone and to help me recruit members to my new found secret society.

[Horny Goat]

May I ask, what is your definition of a better environment?

Also, are you a Sunni or a Shi-ite Muslim? What do you think of their being two branches of Islam. Is the difference acceptable to you or is one right and the other wrong? How do you feel about the violent conflict between the two?

Thank you.