author
Joanny Bricaud
1881–1934
Drawn to the hidden side of religion and symbolism, this French occult writer became an important voice in early 20th-century neo-Gnostic and Martinist circles. His books and pamphlets explore esoteric Christianity, initiatory traditions, and the history of secret orders.
1 Audiobook
J.-K. Huysmans et le satanisme d'après des documents inédits
by Joanny Bricaud
About the author
Born in 1881 and often referred to as Jean or Joanny Bricaud, he was a French writer and religious figure deeply involved in occult and esoteric studies. Reliable reference sources describe him as a student of occult matters and a leading participant in the French neo-Gnostic movement, where he was also known by the name Tau Jean II.
Bricaud wrote on subjects tied to Martinism, Gnosticism, and initiatory rites. Library records and catalog entries connect his name to works such as Notice historique sur le martinisme, Homélie de S. G. Johannès Bricaud (Jean II), and writings on the Rite of Memphis-Misraïm, showing the range of his interests across mystical history, doctrine, and ceremonial tradition.
He died in 1934, but his work has continued to circulate among readers interested in Western esotericism and the revival of alternative Christian and Masonic traditions in France. For modern listeners, he stands out as a guide to a world of symbols, hidden lineages, and spiritual movements that sat just outside the religious mainstream.