17. Botis - Goetia Spirit of Truth, Conflict Resolution and Hidden Motives
The seventeenth spirit described in the Ars Goetia is Botis - a figure that feels… deliberately difficult at first.
He holds two titles: Count and Governor.
And that already says something.
Dual nature.
Dual function.
Dual way of appearing.
Who is Botis?
Botis is known for appearing in multiple forms, often unsettling.
At first - a serpent.
Then - a horned figure with sharp features and a weapon.
And only after that… a calm, composed presence, sometimes described as an older man.
It’s not random.
It’s a sequence.
A kind of filter.
Why the Multiple Forms
Most accounts agree on one thing.
Botis tests.
Not in a symbolic way, but through perception.
Confusion.
Uncertainty.
Distraction.
Sometimes even sensory impressions that don’t feel entirely stable.
The goal isn’t fear for its own sake.
It’s to see whether the person is actually focused… or just curious.
What Botis Actually Does
Once that initial layer is passed, his role becomes clear.
Botis is associated with:
revealing hidden truths;
exposing motives of others;
clarifying confusing situations;
resolving conflicts between people;
But again… not directly.
Truth - Through Understanding
Botis doesn’t simply “tell” you what is happening.
He makes it visible.
People often notice:
connections between events that didn’t make sense before;
clearer understanding of people’s intentions;
realization of what is actually causing tension;
shift in how they interpret a situation;
It’s less like receiving information.
More like removing distortion.
Conflict and Balance
Because of this, Botis is often connected with conflict resolution.
Not by forcing agreement.
But by revealing what’s underneath.
And once that becomes clear… many conflicts lose their structure.
A Practical Observation
People sometimes expect a direct answer.
A clear explanation.
But more often, it happens differently.
Something doesn’t feel right.
Then you notice why.
Then everything aligns.
And the situation changes… because you understand it differently.
When Do People Work With Botis?
In practice, Botis is often approached when:
a situation feels confusing or unclear;
hidden motives are suspected;
there is tension between people;
communication has broken down;
truth is needed before action;
It’s not about forcing outcomes.
It’s about seeing them correctly.
Correspondences
Rank: Count & Governor
Direction: West
Element: Water
Planet: Mercury
Metals: Copper, Silver, Mercury
Plant: Lily
Colors: White, Orange
Incense: Styrax
Zodiac: Virgo
Optimal time: June / Sep 2–11 (daytime)
If You Are Considering Working With Botis
If your situation involves confusion, tension, or hidden dynamics between people - Botis is often approached for this type of work.
Not to change reality.
But to reveal what is actually happening.
If you want to explore how this is applied in structured ritual work focused on truth, clarity, and conflict resolution, you can find more details here:
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