: The magus is presented as a servant and interpreter of God, meant to use spiritual gifts for the benefit of their neighbor and the glory of the Creator.
The author of the Arbatel remains unknown, though some scholars have speculated it may have been Jacques Gohory, a French Paracelsian. Despite its positive message, it was condemned by certain authorities, such as the Jesuit scholar Martin Delrio, while others like John Dee and A.E. Waite studied it with great interest. Arbatel of Magick
: The text advises practitioners to avoid the "friendship of the crowd," be "covetous of time," and maintain persistent "gravity" in words and actions. Historical Context and Influence : The magus is presented as a servant
: A unique feature of the Arbatel is its introduction of the seven governors of the universe, known as the Olympic Spirits : Aratron (Saturn) Bethor (Jupiter) Phaleg (Mars) Och (Sun) Hagith (Venus) Ophiel (Mercury) Phul (Moon) Waite studied it with great interest