Grimoire: Enchiridion of Pope Leo to the Emperor Charles the Great

5RR, Enchiridion of Pope Leo to the Emperor Charles the Great, 1740. 19th century printing. In French. Notes Grimoires are books of magic, often containing instructions on performing spells, rituals, and invocations, as well as detailed knowledge of astrology, alchemy, and other occult practices. They have played a central role in Western esotericism and occult traditions for centuries. The term "grimoire" is often associated with a practical guide to the occult arts, and the contents of grimoires may vary widely, including magical symbols, prayers, and procedures for communicating with supernatural entities, especially spirits or angels. Historically, grimoires were used by magicians, witches, and practitioners of the occult to gain power, knowledge, or divine favor, often blending religious elements with folklore and arcane teachings More of a religious talisman, it would supposedly grant divine protection against all evils to whom ever carried it and read it aloud each each day. The