BELIAL: KING WITHOUT A MASTER The Demon of Sovereignty, Earthly Dominion, and Inner Law

 

BELIAL: KING WITHOUT A MASTER
The Demon of Sovereignty, Earthly Dominion, and Inner Law

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WHO IS BELIAL

Belial is one of the oldest and most significant figures in demonology and esoteric practice. His name originates from the Hebrew "Bĕli-ya‘al," meaning "without a yoke," symbolizing independence, rebellion against imposed order, and freedom from divine constraint.

In early Hebrew texts, Belial was not a proper name but a descriptor for wicked or lawless individuals. Over time, he became recognized as a distinct spiritual force and eventually evolved into a powerful demon. In the Dead Sea Scrolls, Belial is portrayed as the leader of the Sons of Darkness in an apocalyptic war. In Christian demonology, he evolved into a high-ranking demon associated with wealth, status, and power. In the Goetia, Belial is the 68th spirit, a mighty king who bestows favor and influence if properly respected. In Theistic Satanism and the Left-Hand Path, he is a force of liberation, mastery, and earthly authority.

WHAT BELIAL EMBODIES

Sovereignty — mastery over one’s life, decisions, and domain
Material Power — ability to influence and shape the material world
Earth Element — grounded, disciplined, and strategic energy
Liberation through Trial — initiates often face challenges to prove their strength
Destruction of False Hierarchies — rejection of divine authority and societal chains

ESOTERIC CORRESPONDENCES

Element: Earth (primary), Fire (secondary in some systems)
Planet: Saturn, Earth
Direction: North
Color: Black, Deep Red, Brown, Gold
Metal: Lead, Iron
Incense and Herbs: Patchouli, Myrrh, Dragon’s Blood, Vetiver, Cedar
Animal Symbols: Bull, Goat, Wolf, Serpent
Gemstones: Obsidian, Hematite, Onyx, Jet, Smoky Quartz
Tarot Archetypes: The Emperor, The Devil
Associated Qliphoth: Thaumiel or Gamchicoth
Sacred Numbers: 68, 4 (structure and authority), 10 (completion and mastery)
Title: King Without a Master

APPROACHING BELIAL

Belial does not tolerate servitude. He should be approached with strength, confidence, and honesty. He respects initiative, discipline, and the will to rise. Working with him requires a firm mind and a readiness to act, not just ask.

SETTING THE RITUAL SPACE

Prepare a quiet and clean space.
Use black or earth-toned altar cloths.
Place Belial’s sigil at the center.
Light black, red, or gold candles.
Burn incense such as patchouli, myrrh, or dragon’s blood.
Include soil, stones, or coins as elemental representations.

OPENING INVOCATION OF BELIAL

Belial, King without a master,
Breaker of chains and forger of crowns,
I call you forth from shadow and fire,
To witness my will and test my strength.
I come not to serve, but to stand.
Not to beg, but to claim.
Come to me through Earth, through Flame,
Through Sovereignty and Name.

Pause in silence, gaze into the candle or sigil, and observe internal or environmental signs of his presence.

WRITING A PACT WITH BELIAL

A pact is not a plea, but a declaration of will. It affirms your intention and your commitment to act. It is sacred and should be treated with utmost seriousness.

1. Identity
   I, [Full Name or Magical Name], stand before Belial, unbound and awake.
2. Statement of Intention
   I seek [insert your goal — power, sovereignty, wealth, confidence, etc.].
3. Offering
   I offer [insert what you will commit — discipline, a task, a transformation, a symbolic act].
4. Duration
   This pact shall stand for [insert timeframe — one moon cycle, three months, one year].
5. Optional Clause
   If I fail in cowardice or apathy, I accept [a consequence, act of reparation, or vow].
6. Closing Statement
   This is my oath in Earth and Flame. So it is written. So it shall become.

Sign the pact in ink or with a drop of blood. Burn it over a flame or bury it in soil. Speak:

Belial, may this oath bind us. Walk with me as a teacher and ally. Hail, King Without a Master.

WORKING WITH BELIAL OVER TIME

Light a candle weekly in his name.
Speak affirmations of personal power.
Meditate on his sigil to receive guidance.
Record dreams, impressions, and trials.
Honor your pact with tangible actions.
Do not seek comfort — seek growth.

VISIONS AND EXPERIENCES

Belial may appear as a shadowy king, robed in black and gold, a horned figure in ruins, or a coiled serpent around a throne. He often communicates through direct impressions, silent challenges, and opportunities disguised as obstacles. He is a force that refines the self by fire and pressure.

CLOSING PRAYER OR DEVOTIONAL

Hail Belial, King of Sovereignty
Lord of Earth, Flame, and Silence
I rise not to kneel, but to walk beside power
Make me sovereign
Make me unbroken
Let no law rule over me but that which I forge myself
So I walk in darkness, so I rule my own light
Hail Belial
I am becoming

REFERENCE MATERIALS FOR FURTHER STUDY ON BELIAL

1. Religious & Historical Texts

– The Dead Sea Scrolls (The War Scroll, 1QM)
Contains early references to Belial as the commander of the forces of darkness, portraying him as a powerful and lawless adversary in cosmic battle.

– The Hebrew Bible / Old Testament
Passages such as Deuteronomy 13:13, 1 Samuel 2:12, and Judges 19:22 use the term "sons of Belial" to describe wicked or rebellious individuals. While not personified in early scripture, the evolution of Belial as a being can be traced from these texts.

– The Testament of the Twelve Patriarchs
A pseudepigraphal work referencing Belial as the source of impurity and lawlessness, possibly influenced by early Gnostic and Essene thought.

– John Milton – Paradise Lost
Belial is portrayed as a smooth-tongued and deceptive fallen angel, advocating for slothful inaction while still corrupting with elegance and ease.

2. Classical Grimoires & Demonological Texts

– The Lesser Key of Solomon / Lemegeton (Ars Goetia)
The foundational grimoire describing Belial as the 68th spirit, a mighty king who appears with beauty and power, granting status and favor. Describes the importance of offerings and the consequences of summoning without sacrifice.

– Pseudomonarchia Daemonum by Johann Weyer (1577)
Offers a concise but older interpretation of Belial’s role and temperament, rooted in medieval demonology.

– Dictionnaire Infernal by Collin de Plancy (1818)
An encyclopedic text of demons, containing symbolic artwork and descriptions of Belial and others. Useful for visual and allegorical interpretations.

3. Occult, Left-Hand Path & Theistic Satanism Sources

– The Satanic Bible by Anton LaVey
Belial is listed as one of the Four Crown Princes of Hell, representing the North and the Earth element. Interpreted symbolically in LaVeyan Satanism as self-determination and carnal empowerment.

– Liber Azerate (Temple of the Black Light)
Explores Belial in a Qliphothic context, particularly in relation to Thaumiel and the Black Flame. Highly esoteric and dense, for advanced practitioners of anti-cosmic currents.

– Qliphoth: The Tree of Damnation (by Edgar Kerval / Saturnian path)
A contemporary grimoire discussing Belial as an initiator within the Qliphoth and Left-Hand Path sorcery. Includes rituals, sigils, and personal gnosis.

– The Book of Belial (unofficial works under this title)
Various modern Left-Hand Path authors have published books or chapters under this name—some focused on pact-making, some on evocation. Search carefully, as many are self-published.

– Asenath Mason – Qliphothic Meditations and Draconian Ritual Book
While Belial isn’t always the central figure, he appears within Qliphothic workings and can be integrated into pathworkings of the Earth and Saturnian current.

4. Online Resources and Communities

– Become a Living God (EA Koetting & co.)
Contains video lectures, forums, and ritual outlines involving Belial. Interpretations are experiential and often dramatized but can offer practical tips.

– Theistic Satanism forums, subreddits, and Discord groups
These spaces often contain firsthand gnosis, ritual scripts, and evolving practices from various practitioners. Use discernment, as content varies in quality and credibility.

– YouTube Channels (Occult Lectures & Pathworkings)
Many magicians publicly share their experiences invoking Belial, including evocation diaries, pact testimonials, and results-based documentation.

Academic or Philosophical Context

– Luciferianism and Occult Philosophy (Michael W. Ford, especially Adversarial Light)
Explores figures like Belial as archetypal gateways into inner power and initiatory shadow work.

– Kabbalistic and Anti-Kabbalistic Sources
Study the Tree of Life, Tree of Death (Qliphoth), and the path between Malkuth (Earth) and Thaumiel (Divine Opposition). Belial often aligns with these currents.