Let’s delve into the enigmatic world of Western esotericism through the lens of Fernando Pessoa, my favourite poet and a fascinating figure in both literature and esoteric thought. Pessoa’s unique approach to esotericism, embodied through his famous heteronyms, presents a multifaceted exploration that challenges traditional perspectives on spirituality, philosophy, and identity.

We’ll start by situating Pessoa in the broader academic discourse on esotericism, examining Antoine Faivre’s foundational model and Wouter Hanegraaff’s expanded definitions. We then explore how Pessoa’s heteronyms—distinct personas like Alberto Caeiro, Ricardo Reis, and Álvaro de Campos—each offer a unique esoteric worldview, from naturalistic pantheism to mystical modernism, showcasing a plurality of voices that embody different spiritual paths.

In addition, we’ll uncover Pessoa’s complex relationship with the notorious occultist Aleister Crowley, highlighting how their collaboration at the Boca do Inferno became a legendary event, blending real life and esoteric performance.

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REFERENCES

Mendia, F., 2023. Fernando Pessoa’s multiple esoteric deviances. In: M. Hedenborg White and T. Rudbøg, eds. Esotericism and deviance. Leiden: Brill, pp. 400-418.

Pasi, M. (2018). Fernando Pessoa & Aleister Crowley, La Bocca dell’Inferno. Edited with an introduction and footnotes by Marco Pasi, Saluzzo: Federico Tozzi Editore, 354 pp.

Pasi, M. (2012). “Fernando Pessoa and the esoteric experience.” Published in Pessoa Plural: A Journal of Fernando Pessoa Studies, Issue 1, Spring 2012.

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00:00 Introduction: Fernando Pessoa

00:42 Support Angela’s Symposium

01:52 Pessoa and Western Esotericism

03:24 Fernando Pessoa’s Literary Complexity

04:23 Alberto Caeiro

04:45 Ricardo Reis

05:07 Álvaro de Campos

05:38 Pessoa’s Heteronyms and Esotericism

06:30 Pessoa’s Creative Process and Esotericism

07:44 Pessoa’s Esoteric Themes

08:18 Pessoa’s Esoteric Explorations

09:20 Relevance of Pessoa to Modern Esotericism

10:29 Relationship with Crowley

11:15 Pessoa and Crowley’s Encounter in Lisbon

11:56 Esoteric Interests and Personalities

12:43 Collaboration and Hoax with Crowley

13:39 The Boca do Inferno incident

14:16 Pessoa’s involvement in the Incident

14:58 Relationship with Aleister Crowley and Impact

15:37 Pessoa’s broader engagement with Western esotericism

16:45 Conclusion on Pessoa’s Esotericism

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Published on November 3, 2024