Are the Goetia really the Jinn?
March 29th, 2006
The Goetic spirits are really the Jinn, but they were hijacked by medieval writers. Western magickians have accepted these writings, particularly the Abra-Melin book without question, applying dubious magical techniques to coerce the Goetia. Now, when you understand that the Goetia are the Jinn, life becomes so much easier.
After much thought, I have decided to use only the term Jinn rather than Goetia. This is liberating, but I am aware that there may be confusion, so where you see Goetia on this blog, it refers to the Jinn. Clear? I hope so, and with time, I am sure there will be more clarity. I know the Jinn are much happier when known by their proper name, just as you or I prefer to be known by our real name.