“There is no magic without mysticism, i.e. no substance without influences, effects and manifestations, since these two fundamental basic concepts are dependent on each other. Magic may not be separated from mysticism, and both have to be dealt with at the same time and in a like manner. In his studies, the Hermetic must always proceed in a magical and mystical manner; that is, he must always bear in mind both quantity and quality, and he must be able to differentiate distinctly between quantity (for example, power in matter and substances) and quality (for example attributes, effects, influences, and the like). He must never confuse the two concepts if he does not wish to create chaos. Remember! Magic is quantity and mysticism is quality! This has been a universal law from the beginning of the world and it will remain a universal law until its end!”

~ Franz Bardon