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King, Sexuality, Magic and Perversion (Secaucus, NJ: Citadel Press, 1974)

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What follows is transcribed from THE EQUINOX, Vol.III No.10 
  
    This "prospectus" is republished frome the Agape Lodge ORIFLAMME,
Vol.1 No.2, published in Pasadena, California in 1944 E.V. - it is
generally a paraphrase of other O.T.O. documents, and was very likely
written by Wilfred Talbot Smith, Frater 132, Ramaka X (10th degree) and
the founding Master of Agape Lodge in Southern California.  It provides
a concise summary of the aims and origins of the Order, with certain of
the advantages of membership highlited.  As remarked elsewhere, certain
of these "advantages" are under review.  The policy permitting the
borrowing of full dues is not at present in effect, for example, nor are
there formal guidelines for the care of children of deceased or
incapacitated members of the Order.  However, these practices were in
effect as recently as the 1950s.  For example, Frater Superior Saturnus
extended financial aid (up to the amount of dues paid) to Frater
Hymenaeus Alpha when the latter was completing his graduate studies at
the University of California.  Also, members of the O.T.O. arranged for
the care of Baphomet XI's (11th degree) natural son, Aleister Ataturk,
in California. - H.B. (Caliph Hymenaeus Beta)
  
        Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the law. 
  
        To all whom it may concern: Greeting and Health. 
  
    THE O.T.O. IS A SERIOUS AND SECRET ORDER, pledged to the high
purpose of securing the Liberty of the individual and his advancement in
Light, Wisdom, Understanding, Knowledge and Power through Beauty,
Courage and Wit on the Foundation of Universal Brotherhood.
  
    The letters O.T.O. stand for Ordo Templi Orientis, or Order of the
Temple of the Orient and have a secret meaning for initiates. It is the
most revered of the Orders of antiquity, and dates back beyond the dim
ages of history.
  
    Under the name of Templars alone we find the Order's Historical
records in the year 1118, over 800 years ago.  Through treachery some
200 years later, in the year 1312, the Order was overthrown.  This is
true in that its external manifestation was no longer apparent to all
but the fewest.
  
    Though it ceased to wield the same power in the affairs of man which
it had done formerly, it has existed in secret right down to the present
time.  The continuity has been maintained, and the inner secrets have
been transmitted to us through an unbroken line of Grand Masters.
  
    Most of the great Initiates and Geniuses of history are numbered
among its members and their names are listed in other manifestos of the
Order.
  
    In its bosom repose the Great Mysteries, its brain has resolved all
the problems of philosophy and of life.
  
    It posesses the Secret Stone of the Wise, of the Elixir of
Immortality, and of the Universal Medicine.

     Moreover, it possesses a secret capable of realizing the world old
dream of the Brotherhood of Man.
  
     This knowledge reposes in the Sanctuary of Ordo Templi Orientis and
in none other on earth and may be attained by those who prove themselves
worthy.
  
     To join the Order is to ally yourself to the Royal line and connect
yourself to the Occult Current that has initiated every movement which
has made for Man's advancement and illumination.
  
     It is the first of the great orders of antiquity to accept the Law
of the New Age, which is "Do what thou wilt", and to reorganize in
accordance with the modern needs of humanity, to guide Mankind into a
more noble social order.
  
     The candidate, through a series of initiations, is gradually led to
a perception of the truths undreamt of by the profane.
  
     There are 10 principal degrees, and every man and woman of full
age, free, and of good report, has an indefeasible right to the first
three, beyond which advancement is invitational.
  
     The aims of the O.T.O. can only be understood by its highest
initiates, but it may be said openly that it teaches all branches of the
Secret Wisdom of the Ancients, and its plans embrace all the activities
of human life and endeavor.
  
     The more mundane aspects of the objective and principles of the
Order may be embraced in the term Brotherhood of Man, involving the
mutual co-operation of each for the weal of all.
  
     To particularly mention a few points: All children of Brethren,
regardless of the circumstances surrounding their birth, are considered
as children of the whole Order, so that in the event of misfortune they
will be cared for and have an equal opportunity with all others.
  
     At the other end of the social scale are the old people,
approaching helplessness and often solitude, and they likewise are to be
the special care of the Brethren severally and collectively.
  
     A perfect system against the misfortunes of life is provided for.
All moneys paid as fees and dues may be willed to heirs or legatees upon
death.  Loans to the amount of all moneys paid to the Order up to the
date of application, without interest, will be made in case of
necessity.
  
     Profess Houses are to be established where Brethren who are
travelling may stay for an allotted time, and where all Brethren have a
right to stay for a prescribed period according to their grade in the
Order; for those of special merit residence may be permanent. Also
Institutions for the study of the Sciences, Arts, Crafts and others for
the care of the sick are to be provided.
  
     The Order brings together those of similar tastes and occupations.
Disputes are arbitrated by the Council, and advice in any problem given
without cost.
  
     Tolerance, Hospitality, assistance to each and all to fulfil their
Will or true purpose in life; social community and entertainment,
cultural and educational opportunities, and mutual help when adversity
makes her appearance are among the advantages of Lodge membership.
  
        Peace, Tolerance, Truth; Salutation on All Points of the Triangle;  
Respect to the Order. 
  
	Love is the law, love under will.
 
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