Goetic demon Nº 17 of 72
Botis
President · 60 legions · Mercury ☿
How Botis appears
An ugly viper at first, then a man with great teeth and two horns, carrying a bright, sharp sword.
What Botis does
- Tells all things past and future; reconciles friends and foes.
The original text
The Seventeenth Spirit is Botis, a Great President, and an Earl. He appeareth at the first show in the form of an ugly Viper, then at the command of the Magician he putteth on a Human shape with Great Teeth, and two Horns, carrying a bright and sharp Sword in his hand. He telleth all things Past, and to Come, and reconcileth Friends and Foes. He ruleth over 60 Legions of Spirits, and this is his Seal, etc.
The Goetia, Mathers & Crowley (1904), entry 17, as reprinted by de Laurence (1916). Public domain.
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