Violet M. Firth (Dion Fortune)
Violet M. Firth (Dion Fortune)
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Violet Mary Firth Evans
Better known as Dion Fortune, was a British occultist and author. Her pseudonym was inspired by her family motto "Deo, non fortuna" (Latin for "by God, not fate"), originally the ancient motto of the Barons & Earls Digby.
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Dion Fortune is widely recognized for her significant contributions to Western esotericism, particularly her writings on ceremonial magic, the Qabalah, and the occult. Her work helped popularize these subjects for a broader audience.
Many readers suggest starting with "Psychic Self-Defense" as a foundational text before moving on to her more advanced works like "The Mystical Qabalah" or her novels, which often illustrate occult principles.
Dion Fortune was the primary pseudonym used by Violet Mary Firth Evans for her published works, though she was also known by her birth name, Violet Mary Firth.