Liber Al

The song 'Liber Al' by The Green Man is a profound and esoteric piece that draws heavily from the mystical and philosophical teachings of Aleister Crowley, particularly his work 'The Book of the Law' (Liber AL vel Legis). The repeated line 'Every man and every woman is a star' emphasizes the inherent divinity and unique potential within each individual, a central tenet of Crowley's philosophy. This idea is further reinforced by the phrase 'Love is The Law, Love under Will,' suggesting that true love and freedom are achieved through the alignment of one's actions with their true will or purpose.

The lyrics are rich with references to deities and mystical figures from Crowley's writings, such as Nuit, Hadit, and Ra-Hoor-Khut. Nuit represents the infinite expanse of the universe, while Hadit symbolizes the point of consciousness within that expanse. The song's invocation of these figures, along with the minister Aiwass, who is said to have dictated 'The Book of the Law' to Crowley, creates a tapestry of cosmic and spiritual imagery. The line 'The word of the Law is THELEMA' encapsulates Crowley's doctrine of Thelema, which advocates for the pursuit of one's true will as the highest law.

The song also delves into themes of strength, beauty, and the rejection of conventional religious morality. The vivid imagery of worship through 'fire and blood' and the call to 'trample down the Heathen' reflect a radical departure from traditional religious values, embracing a more primal and individualistic spirituality. The provocative lines about pecking at the eyes of Jesus and blinding Mohammed signify a rejection of established religious dogmas in favor of a more personal and liberated spiritual path. Ultimately, 'Liber Al' is a call to embrace one's true will and to live boldly and authentically, free from the constraints of societal and religious norms.