In April, 1996 June Burke began teaching the Practical Magus studies, which is designed for persons who recognize there is a divinity within them and are seeking to develop a higher state of being. It is a dedicated study for those who have positive intent that are seeking a partnership with The Divine to achieve positive manifestation in the world. Recognizing there is a world of the unseen, as well as the world we perceive with our physical senses, the student of the Practical Magus study learns to achieve a higher use of their senses to experience and participate in the world of the unseen.
The work and study of the Practical Magus involves developing a harmonic balance within the self and the detachment from ego to create the condition where the Divine Force can be focused and directed to achieve one’s purpose. The Practical Magus classes teach the ability to deliver the principles of transformation. The practitioner actively works with the direction of the transformative powers.
This is a study of 87 lessons that takes a phased approach in its teachings. The first several classes are theoretical exploring the principles and qualities of the elements, light, universal principles, and the spiritual dimensions. Following the theoretical curriculum are lessons for the development of mental, spiritual/psychic, and physical abilities. These abilities are used to balance the self, understand and control the forces you are working with, altering yourself, and your environment. The course requires active participation from the students, the more diligently a student practices the lessons the greater their personal accomplishments will be. Students of the Practical Magus material will find parallels in the study of Hermetics, Alchemy, Qabalah, Wicca, and Druid practices.