The Corpus Hermeticum
Part 1 of Book 6 will explore the twelve tormentors described in the Corpus Hermeticum Book XIII. Each of the twelve tormentors is associated with a sign of the zodiac and represents a negative emotion or state of being that can cause suffering.
The section will describe each tormentor in turn, exploring its symbolism and offering practical exercises and practices for overcoming it and cultivating its corresponding positive virtue or state of being. Additionally, the section will introduce the concept of Life, Light, The Octoad, The Aenead, and Realm of Souls as positive forces that can drive out the remaining five tormentors.
Finally, the section will emphasize the importance of recognizing and overcoming negative emotions and states of being in order to live a fulfilling life, and preview the themes and content of the next section, which will focus on exercises and practices for cultivating positive virtues and states of being.