Basic Self Dedication Ritual

PLEASE NOTE: Take your time choosing a Demon to dedicate yourself to. There is no hurry. When it is supposed to happen, it will. It is suggested you work with many Demons before you take that step toward dedication. You can practice Demonolatry for years without being dedicated to a particular Demon. It just so happens that after time, many Demonolators may find they are more connected or drawn to one particular Demon over the others. This Rite basically acknowledges and strengthens that bond.

Will you notice a change right away after doing a dedication? Probably not. But don't worry. A dedication is not the solve all to all our earthly problems. A dedication is a rite that solidifies a bond between your Self and a Demon. It doesn't mean that the Demon is going to start talking to you all the time or manifest around every corner. Instead, your Matron/Patron is your primary guide. No doubt you will find other Demons are stronger along your path. That's because you might need help from a different Demon at a particular time in your life. In instances like this the Matron/Patron will step aside to allow that other Demon to step forward to offer its guidance.

Then why choose a Matron/Patron at all? A Matron/Patron is a counterpart to balance the individual. It is in this balance that we can see things clearer and begin to know the Self better.

Dedication rituals should be done on a day of importance to you if at all possible. Birthdays, children's birthdays, or dates holding some significance to you are ideal. Or do this rite just before you are planning to make a major change in your life. If you cannot wait for this date you can use a new or full moon in its place or use planetary charts to plan your ritual. See planning section below. You will need to gather the following items:

Bell or Gong, 2 Chalices, Pure Solar Sea Salt, water from a running river, a bowl for incense, an iron cast bowl/urn for burning, an athame' or dagger, a sword for invocation, parchment, ink, an appropriate incense for your element.

You will need to know:

The Demon you plan to dedicate yourself to as a counterpart (see next section), your element (if this is what you choose), and the place your ritual will commence.

Selecting Counterpart Demons: You should choose a Demon that closely resembles some aspect of you. EXAMPLE: If you are a bookworm or love to learn then your obvious choice for a counterpart would be Ronwe, the Demon of knowledge. You should research your Demon in full to make sure this is truly the Demon you wish to be your counterpart. If you'd rather not choose your Demon in this manner, a choice that is always available is your elemental Demon. See chart above. Elemental counterparts go hand-in-hand with elemental Magick. This may be the route to go especially if you have a background in elemental Magick. By now you are probably seeing how personalized this can become. There are many different reasons to choose any particular Demon.

Preparation for the Ritual: Plan ahead of time. You should allow yourself at least 3 days preperation. If you smoke, drink, or use recreational drugs (We are the proud sponsers of a DRUG FREE Guild) you must fast for 48 hours before performing this ritual. Sexual intercourse should also be avoided during this time since it drains physical energy. Make sure your items have all been aquired, that you have chosen your counterpart Demon, and that you have chosen a ritual place where you will not be disturbed.

The Ritual: This ritual may be done skyclad or robed. Use an invitation/conjuration to your liking to gather the elements at their compass points of your ritual circle. Feel free to change the words of the dedication to something more eloquent or more meaningful to you.

To Invoke Earth: Lirach Tasa Vefa Wehlic, Belial.
To Invoke Air: Renich Tasa Uberaca Biasa Icar, Lucifer.
To Invoke Fire: Ganic Tasa fubin, Flereous.
To Invoke Water: Jedan Tasa hoet naca, Leviathan.
Once you have called the elements and your circle has been constructed- write on a piece of paper:

I, [your name], do hereby dedicate myself unto [Demon's name]. By Satan - the infernal monarch, the whole, and ruler of the elements - I do swear allegience to [Demon name] forever hereafter. I will serve and work with you as you so ask. Accept me now as a dedicated servent to the elements of your design. I affix my seal below.

Sign dedication.

Meditate in your devotion for no less than one half hour. Once you feel the presence of your chosen Demon (and you will feel it) - burn the dedication. Close the ritual.

The Aftermath: This ritual requires no further maintenance save you remain dedicated as you have promised. Once you have dedicated yourself to a Demon, you cannot dedicate yourself to another except Satan. This is why it is so important to be sure about your choice. Failure to remain dedicated is between you and your chosen Matron/Patron. Some people have reported nothing adverse has happened while others say they have had nothing but ill befall them. I believe this has to do with the perception of the worshiper, and whether or not they feel guilt more deeply. Remember, Demons are peculiar entities who have particular likes, dislikes, and temperments. The more you work with a Demon, the more you will understand the Demon's temperment. That is, if you believe in Demons as entities.