Aleister Crowley (1875-1947) was a British occultist, mystic, and ceremonial magician who was active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He is often referred to as the "wickedest man in the world" due to his controversial views and practices.
Crowley was a prolific writer and poet, and he is best known for his role in the development of the religious philosophy of Thelema, which he founded. Thelema is centered around the idea of individual freedom and the pursuit of personal growth and spiritual enlightenment, and it incorporates elements of several different spiritual and esoteric traditions, including Kabbalah, Hermeticism, and ceremonial magic.
Crowley was also a member of several secret societies and esoteric organizations, including the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, and he was a practicing ceremonial magician. He was an influential figure in the world of the occult, and his writings and teachings continue to be studied and followed by people interested in the esoteric and mystical aspects of spirituality.
Despite his controversial reputation, Crowley is recognized as one of the most important and influential figures in the Western esoteric tradition, and his legacy continues to be a subject of fascination and debate.
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