About the author
John Opsopaus writes on the reconstruction and practice of ancient Greek religion and divination, publishing with Llewellyn Publications. "The Oracles of Apollo" sets out how to use rediscovered classical divination systems, including the Alphabet Oracle drawn from ancient sources, presented as practical methods rather than historical survey alone. "The Secret Texts of Hellenic Polytheism" is a full translation of the surviving material from the Book of Laws by George Gemistos Plethon, the fifteenth-century Byzantine philosopher whose Neopagan theological writings were burned after his death, and situates that text within efforts to restore Hellenic polytheist practice. Both books combine textual scholarship on Greek and Byzantine sources with instructions aimed at contemporary practitioners of Hellenic reconstructionist or pagan traditions. The catalogue offers no independent biographical detail beyond this focus, and the books suit readers already interested in Greek polytheism, classical divination systems, and Renaissance Neoplatonism rather than newcomers to the subject.
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💬 What our editors say about John Opsopaus's books
“Opsopaus delivers a meticulous reconstruction of Greek oracular systems, providing clear instructions for the Alphabet Oracle and the Counsels of the Seven Sages. The inclusion of varied implements like coins and dice adds…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on The Oracles of Apollo: Practical Ancient Greek Divination for Today
“This anthology provides a compelling collection of seven distinct pathways to divine communion, blending Neoplatonic techniques with modern Witchcraft adaptations. It is highly suitable for those seeking actionable rituals and…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Theurgy: Seven Approaches to Divine Connection
“Opsopaus delivers a scholarly yet accessible translation of Plethon’s rarely seen texts, providing unique value to Hellenic reconstructionists. However, this volume is strictly for those committed to a rigorous theological…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on The Secret Texts of Hellenic Polytheism: A Practical Guide to the Restored Pagan Religion of George Gemistos Plethon
📋 Editions by John Opsopaus in the catalog
| Edition | Year | Publisher | Pages | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Oracles of Apollo: Practical Ancient Greek Divination for To | 2017 | Llewellyn Publications | 288 | 9780738751979 |
| Theurgy: Seven Approaches to Divine Connection | 2025 | Llewellyn Publications | 256 | 9780738776330 |
| The Secret Texts of Hellenic Polytheism: A Practical Guide to th | 2022 | Llewellyn Publications | 408 | 9780738770932 |
