Act VI: The Sixth Seal

Opera IX's 'Act VI: The Sixth Seal' is a dark and esoteric journey into the realms of mysticism and ancient rituals. The song's lyrics are steeped in occult imagery and references to arcane practices, creating an atmosphere that is both haunting and enigmatic. The opening lines set the tone with a call to silence and the preparation of a 'mental calix' filled with 'black substance of nothing,' suggesting a meditative state or a ritualistic preparation for a deeper spiritual experience.

The song progresses with the invocation of various elements and deities, each representing different aspects of existence and the universe. The repeated references to burning blood candles, sacred circles, and altars evoke images of ancient rites and ceremonies. The lyrics mention 'Gorgot, assai belem,' a likely reference to a powerful, timeless entity, and continue to invoke other mystical figures and forces, such as 'Asar lin-nefer' and 'Ru-abra-iao-mariodam.' These invocations are a call to the timeless and powerful forces that govern the universe, blending elements of different mythologies and spiritual traditions.

The song's climax is a powerful declaration of the speaker's identity and purpose. The speaker claims to be the 'angel of shaytan,' a figure who holds the mysteries of the universe and commands the spirits and elements. The repeated invocations to the elements—air, fire, water, earth, and spirit—underscore the song's theme of unity and the interconnectedness of all things. The final lines, 'I am the truth, I am him who shines and thunders,' and 'Heart and serpent are my names,' suggest a transformation or enlightenment achieved through the ritual. The song concludes with a dismissal of the invoked entities, signaling the end of the ritual and a return to the mundane world, but with a newfound understanding and power.