Naberius is a Marquis of the Ars Goetia, ruling 19 legions of spirits.
Key facts
| Rank | Marquis |
|---|---|
| Legions | 19 |
| Powers | Knowledge & sciences, Eloquence, Dignities & favors |
| Enn (modern chant) | «Eyan tasa volocur Naberius» |
| Alternate names | Cerbero |
| Sources | Ars Goetia, Pseudomonarchia |
| Seal no. | 24 / 72 |
| External IDs | Wikidata · Wikipedia |
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How it appears
A black crow that flutters about the circle, with a hoarse voice.
What you ask of it
He makes men skilled in all arts and sciences, especially in rhetoric and oratory. He restores lost dignities and honors.
Provenance
Naberius appears in Weyer (1577) as Naberus and is there identified with Cerbero/Cerberus in the nominal tradition. The Ars Goetia inherits his function as master of arts and rhetoric, keeping him as a marquis with his own seal. Already attested in the Livre des Esperitz (15th c.) as «Cerbere (f181r)».
The seal: printed edition and facsimile
Naberius's main seal follows the printed Mathers–Crowley (1904) form; the Sloane MS 2731 manuscript facsimile is shown separately for comparison.
The main image and SVG/PNG downloads reproduce the printed form of S. L. MacGregor Mathers and Aleister Crowley's 1904 edition, using the normal vector pack documented on Wikimedia Commons (public domain/CC0). The Sloane MS 2731 facsimile remains separate for comparing manuscript variants; it is not used as the main image.
The FULL manuscript facsimile («Lemegeton, Clavicula Salomonis», Sloane MS 2731) is in our library; the original is held at the British Library (Sloane MS 2731).
How it is summoned
In antiquity
According to the Ars Goetia, the operation is the same for all 72 spirits:
- The magician draws the magic Circle and never steps out of it during the whole work.
- A few paces away he draws the Triangle of Art: there, and only there, must the spirit manifest.
- On his breast he wears the lamen bearing the demon's seal, engraved in metal.
- He recites the conjurations, calling it by its names and by the divine names.
- If the spirit resists or delays, the constraint and the 'chain of spirits' are used.
- Once the request is granted, he gives it the license to depart, and never before.
The sources attribute to him no orientation, planetary timing, obligatory offering, or specific ceremonial care.
Source: Ars Goetia (17th c.); already in Weyer’s Pseudomonarchia Daemonum, 1577
The common Goetic operation also adds, when needed: to constrain a resisting spirit (Wellcome MS 110, c74–c78), to show it the Pentacle of Solomon once manifested (Ars Theurgia-Goetia), to work in its planetary hour and day (by rank), and finally to give it licence to depart —and never before (Wellcome MS 110, c53). Practise the full rite at The Practitioner's Table.
What is the “chain of spirits”?
Modern · not ancient
- Print or draw its seal and place it before you on a clean surface.
- Light a candle and, if you wish, some incense; still your mind and set your intention.
- Intone its enn softly and repeatedly, eyes on the seal, until you feel a shift in the air.
- State your request clearly and respectfully, not as a command.
- Give thanks, let the candle burn down a little and close; modern practice is devotional, with no coercive conjuration.
Enn (modern chant): «Eyan tasa volocur Naberius»
Source: Enn of modern demonolatry (lists disseminated by S. Connolly, The Complete Book of Demonolatry, 2006)
Recent practice links him with eloquence, recovery of reputation, study, and mastery of disciplines.
Modern experiences (personal gnosis)
According to S. Connolly in "The Daemonolatry Goetia" (2010), contemporary practitioners work with Naberius primarily to develop eloquence, persuasion, and to defend or restore their professional reputation and dignities. His presence is often described as a deeply intellectual and guiding influence, manifesting as a firm mentor who provides great mental clarity in the face of communicative demands.
Personal gnosis (UPG): how contemporary practitioners say they experience it. This is subjective experience, not a historical source or doctrine; it does not come from the ancient grimoires and may not be real.
Source: S. Connolly, «The Daemonolatry Goetia» (2010) y tradición de la demonolatría moderna.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Naberius?
Naberius is one of the 72 spirits catalogued in the Ars Goetia (the first book of the Lemegeton, 17th c.) and in Weyer's Pseudomonarchia Daemonum (1577); it is listed with the rank of Marquis. It is not a deity or a biblical figure: it is an entry in these historical spirit-catalogues.
What is the sigil (seal) of Naberius?
The seal image of Naberius that we display and offer for download follows the printed Mathers–Crowley (1904) form, using the normal vector pack documented on Wikimedia Commons (public domain/CC0). The Sloane MS 2731 manuscript facsimile is provided separately because Lemegeton witnesses preserve variants.
What is Naberius's rank in the Ars Goetia?
Naberius is a Marquis, ruling 19 legions of spirits according to the Lesser Key of Solomon.
How do you summon Naberius?
According to the ancient sources (the Lemegeton, the Pseudomonarchia Daemonum), Naberius is summoned with the goetic rite: the Circle and the Triangle of Art are traced, its seal is engraved and worn, the candles are lit and the conjuration is spoken by the divine names; if it delays, it is constrained, and at the end it is given the licence to depart. This is historical-documentary material, not a how-to for real summoning.
What does Naberius do? What is it invoked for?
He makes men skilled in all arts and sciences, especially in rhetoric and oratory. He restores lost dignities and honors.
What sources does Naberius come from?
Naberius appears in Weyer (1577) as Naberus and is there identified with Cerbero/Cerberus in the nominal tradition. The Ars Goetia inherits his function as master of arts and rhetoric, keeping him as a marquis with his own seal.
What is the enn (chant) of Naberius?
The enn of Naberius circulating today is «Eyan tasa volocur Naberius». It is a MODERN demonolatry chant (late 20th c.); it does not appear in the old grimoires.
Of the same rank · Marquis
Of the same power · Knowledge & sciences
→ Where does «your demon by birthdate» come from? See how the different systems distribute the 72 spirits: Goetia Correspondences.
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