Who is Demon Sabnock?
Demon Sabnock, also known as Savnok or Sab Nac, is a prominent figure in demonology, specifically in the tradition of the Goetia, which is a system of ceremonial magic describing the invocation of 72 demons. He is considered the Forty-Third Spirit of Solomon. This Tarot Card is from Occult Tarot by Travis McHenry.
Appearance and Rank
Sabnock is described as a powerful, great, and strong Marquis of Hell, commanding 50 legions of demons. His appearance is quite distinctive: he presents as an armed soldier with a lion’s head, mounted on a pale-colored horse.
Abilities and Offices
Sabnock’s primary abilities, according to Goetic texts, include:
- Construction and Fortification: He is skilled in building high towers, castles, and cities. He can also equip them with weapons and ammunition. This associates him with architecture, military engineering, and blacksmithing.
- Afflicting with Diseases: It is said that Sabnock has the ability to afflict men with wounds and putrid sores that can gangrene or become filled with worms, causing suffering for many days.
- Granting Familiars: At the command of an exorcist or invoker, Sabnock can grant good familiars (assisting spirits).
Invocation and Protection
In ceremonial magic, the invocation of demons like Sabnock is a complex process that requires specific knowledge, rituals, and, above all, protection. Grimoires and related texts warn about the necessity of seals, magic circles, and offerings to ensure the safety of the invoker and respect for the spirit.
