The meaning of the lyrics of the song "Gothic Kabbalah" by the artist "Therion"

The lyrics of Therion's "Gothic Kabbalah" explore the concept of attaining mystical knowledge through Gothic Kabbalah – an esoteric doctrine based on the works of the 16th-century Swedish mystic Johannes Bureus.

The lyrical protagonist addresses the Sibyl – a prophetess through whom, according to the text, the north wind itself speaks. She acts as a guide to the world of sacred mysteries, revealing to the hero the knowledge of the "Talisman of Gothic Kabbalah". The Talisman is not just a physical object but a symbol of spiritual enlightenment, a key to understanding the runic wisdom hidden in the "book of Gog".

The text shows a connection with Norse mythology and runic tradition. The mention of runes, Adulruna as a symbol of the cosmos and humanity, the gods of Asgard – Odin, Thor, and Freyr – all point to the invocation of the ancient knowledge of the North.

Uppsala, a pagan temple, becomes a symbol of a place of power where one can achieve unity with the divine. The lyrical hero, calling himself a "runic kabbalist", lifts the veil of secrecy for the listener, promising spiritual awakening and liberation through the sacred knowledge of Gothic Kabbalah.