Richard Dukanté is a figure within the broader Luciferian and demonological traditions who has contributed to the development of the Dukanté Hierarchy. His work is a part of modern esoteric belief systems, especially those that blend demonolatry (the worship and veneration of demons) with Satanism, Luciferianism, and left-hand path practices.

The Dukanté Hierarchy specifically pertains to a structure within Demonolatry, focusing on the nature of demonic entities, their roles, and the way practitioners interact with them. The hierarchy is outlined in a way that provides an understanding of how demons are organized and how they can be called upon or worked with in magickal practice.

The Dukanté Hierarchy: Overview

The Dukanté Hierarchy is a system that classifies demons and entities based on their power, influence, and function. According to Dukanté, there are 13 powers that a practitioner of Demonolatry is working with, each corresponding to different aspects of personal empowerment, magick, and spiritual growth. These powers are connected to the various demons in the hierarchy.

The 13 Powers are:

  1. Knowledge
  2. Power
  3. Sovereignty
  4. Protection
  5. Destruction
  6. Transformation
  7. Manifestation
  8. Wisdom
  9. Darkness
  10. Control
  11. Healing
  12. Chaos
  13. Deification (Self-Deification)

Each of these powers represents a specific area of magick and life mastery, and practitioners of the Dukanté system work with the demons associated with these powers to develop their skills in each domain. The demons in this hierarchy are not viewed as inherently evil, but as powerful beings capable of offering knowledge, strength, and guidance.


Dukanté Hierarchy: Demonic Entities and Their Roles

The hierarchy is designed to help practitioners align with the right energy for their spiritual or magickal goals. Below are a few categories of entities within the Dukanté Hierarchy and their roles:

1. Demons of Knowledge

These demons assist practitioners in expanding their understanding of the self, the universe, and occult principles. They help unlock hidden wisdom and reveal deeper truths.

  • Lucifer is often associated with knowledge and enlightenment, symbolizing the quest for self-realization and liberation from ignorance.

2. Demons of Power

These entities are invoked for personal empowerment and the enhancement of willpower. Working with them helps practitioners gain strength, both mentally and physically.

  • Astaroth is sometimes associated with power and authority, enabling the practitioner to assert control over their environment.

3. Demons of Sovereignty

These demons are linked to rulership and personal sovereignty. They guide practitioners in becoming masters of their own fate, ruling over their own lives and destinies.

  • Belial, known for independence and defiance, is commonly associated with sovereignty. He is often invoked to help break free from societal constraints and achieve self-governance.

4. Demons of Protection

The demons in this category are invoked to offer spiritual protection, safeguarding the practitioner from negative forces, harmful energies, or external threats.

  • Pazuzu, often considered a demon of protection, is invoked to ward off evil and protect from physical harm.

5. Demons of Destruction

These demons help practitioners eliminate obstacles, banish negativity, or break down existing structures that are hindering their growth. Destruction is often seen as a necessary part of creation and transformation.

  • Shaitan is sometimes invoked for destructive purposes, especially when an individual seeks to dismantle limiting beliefs or destructive energies.

6. Demons of Transformation

These entities are responsible for spiritual, emotional, or even physical transformation. By working with them, practitioners can experience radical change, growth, or rebirth.

  • Lilith, a central figure in many traditions, represents transformation, particularly in terms of sexual empowerment, personal awakening, and integration of the shadow self.

7. Demons of Manifestation

These demons help practitioners manifest their desires, goals, or intentions. Working with these entities can bring about physical and material results, shaping the practitioner’s reality.

  • Mammon, often invoked for wealth and material gain, helps in manifesting material success and abundance.

8. Demons of Wisdom

These demons provide wisdom, offering insights into spiritual matters, higher knowledge, and esoteric truths. They help the practitioner gain clarity and discernment.

  • Baphomet, as a symbol of wisdom and balance, is often invoked to guide practitioners towards a deeper understanding of the self and the universe.

9. Demons of Darkness

Demons of darkness help practitioners embrace their shadow side, delve into the unconscious, and confront the hidden parts of themselves. These demons encourage personal growth through facing inner fears and embracing the unknown.

  • Azazel is sometimes linked to this domain, helping the practitioner access the deeper, darker realms of the psyche.

10. Demons of Control

Control demons assist practitioners in mastering their environment and asserting their will over situations or individuals. This aspect of magick focuses on dominance, authority, and mastery.

  • Asmodeus is sometimes invoked for control over desires, relationships, and the manipulation of energy in magickal workings.

11. Demons of Healing

Demons associated with healing help practitioners recover from physical, emotional, or spiritual wounds. They are invoked for recovery, purification, and restoration.

  • Hecate, though often associated with witchcraft and magic, is sometimes invoked for her healing abilities, especially in matters of mental and emotional health.

12. Demons of Chaos

These entities bring chaos, often to shake up the status quo, destroy the old to make way for the new, and help create opportunities for growth in disruptive ways.

  • Baal or Dagon might be considered representatives of this chaotic energy, as they are known for their transformative and disruptive influence.

13. Demons of Deification (Self-Deification)

The final power in the Dukanté Hierarchy focuses on the process of self-deification—becoming a divine being in your own right. These demons help you recognize your inherent divinity and guide you towards ultimate self-mastery.

  • Samael is sometimes connected to this goal, assisting in the elevation of the self to divine status through spiritual practice and alignment with the infernal forces.

How to Work with the Dukanté Hierarchy

To work with the Dukanté Hierarchy, practitioners need to:

  • Study the demons: Understand their characteristics, attributes, and the powers they govern. Begin with a deep study of each demon’s role and influence.
  • Perform rituals: Use invocations, offerings, and prayers in ritual settings to engage with the energies of the demons in the hierarchy.
  • Focus on specific goals: Work with specific demons aligned with your spiritual or magickal goals—whether that’s gaining power, wisdom, protection, or transformation.
  • Practice self-reflection: Demonolatry, especially in the Dukanté system, encourages a deep relationship with the self. Practitioners must be prepared for intense shadow work, which may involve confronting uncomfortable truths and integrating the darker aspects of the psyche.
  • Devotion and respect: Treat the demons with respect and devotion, recognizing their power and wisdom. This is not about domination but about mutual exchange and growth.

Richard Dukante’s Hierarchy (1963)

Family 1 :
  • Satan – King : Tasa reme laris Satan – Ave Satanis
  • Unsere – Fertility and Sorcery : Unsere tasa lirach on ca ayar
  • Satanchia – Grand General (War) : Furca na alle laris Satanchia
  • Agaliarept – Assistant Grand General (War) : On ca Agaliarept agna
  • Lucifage – High Command (Control) : Eyen tasa valocur Lucifuge Rofocale
  • Flereous – Fire Elemental : Ganic Tasa Fubin Flereous
  • Lucifer – Air Elemental : Renich Tasa Uberaca Biasa Icar Lucifer
  • Beelzebuth – Lord of insects : Adey vocar avage Beelzebuth
  • Belphegore – Master of Weaponry- gain : Lyan Ramec Catya Ganen Belphegore
  • Mesphito – Keeper of the book of death : Mesphito ramec viasa on ca
  • Delepitoré- Demoness of magick. : Deyen pretore ramec Delepitore on ca
  • Belial – Earth Elemental : Lirach Tasa Vefa Wehlc Belial

Family 2

  • Luithian – Advisor *Azlyn – (Female) Weaves the threads of things to come, future.
  • Leviathan – Water Elemental
  • Sonnelion – (Female) Demoness of hate

Family 3

  • Abbadon – Advisor
  • Ammon – demon of domination
  • Mammon – Demon of Avarice

Family 4

  • Rosier – Demon of love
  • Astarte – (Female) Demoness of love
  • Ashtaroth – (Female) Priestess of friendship
  • Astarot – Matters concerning the heart
  • Amducious – The destroyer
  • Asmodeus – Demon of Lust

Family 5

  • Eurynomous – Demon of Death
  • Balberith – Prince of dying
  • Babeal – Keeper of Graves

Family 6

  • Verrine – Demon of Health
  • Verrier – (Female) Demoness of herbal knowledge
  • Ronwe – Demon of Knowledge

Family 7

  • Svengali – Demon of Vengeance
  • Tezrian – (Female) Priestess of battle

Family 8 – Some speculation has arisen suggesting that family 8 should actually be coupled with family 3. As it has been suggested these are the females of that family.

  • Asafoetida – (Female) Demoness of feminine attributes
  • Rashoon – (Female) Priestess of seduction
  • Taroon – (Female) Priestess of Desire

Family 9 Consists of lesser hierarchy :

Consists of lesser hierarchy or Daemons not categorized.

  • Berith: Hoath redar ganabal Berith
  • Agares: Rean ganen ayar da Agares
  • Abigor: Aylan Abigor tasa uan on ca
  • Lillith: Renich viasa avage lillith lirach

“The Black Book of Satan” by Richard Dukanté

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