Of all the spiritual helpers I work with, the Khodam is perhaps the least understood and the least appreciated in the West. People hear the word and assume it belongs exclusively to Islamic or Javanese tradition, which leads them to think it is inaccessible to them. In reality, a Khodam will adapt to any sincere spiritual practitioner, regardless of their background or belief system. In this article I want to explain what a Khodam actually is, how it differs from other spiritual beings, what you can realistically expect when you have one working with you, and how to receive one.
Khodams, Angels & Djinn
Khodam is a word from Al Hikmah (Islamic Magick) that’s means a server, or helper. Also known as Hafadoh Angels, they are between the Djinn (Genies) and Angels. Unlike the Djinn, they are always good and beings higher in spiritual power, can always overcome problems caused by evil Djinn. Where as an angel is seen as a universal power rather than a personal one, the Khodam is the personal equivalent. You can compare this with the more popular notion of a guardian Angel. Khodams provide personal protection, and cause spiritual growth and enlightenment. They are powerful beings of light provided by Allah for the sole purpose of protecting us, fulfilling our needs and aiding our growth towards enlightenment. As such, Khodams are something no-one on a spiritual journey should be without.
The Difference Between a Khodam and a Djinn
Both Khodams and Djinn exist in the realm between the human and the angelic, but they differ significantly in their nature and alignment. The Djinn are a diverse class of beings. Some are benevolent and willing to assist, while others are neutral or actively harmful. Working with Djinn requires care, experience, and proper training, because getting this wrong can create significant problems rather than solving them.
Khodams are different in that their alignment is always towards the good. They do not have the ambivalence or unpredictability that characterises some of the Djinn. More importantly, a high-level Khodam carries the authority to override and dispel the influence of harmful Djinn. This makes Khodam empowerments particularly valuable for anyone who works in spiritually exposed environments, anyone who has been targeted by black magick or negative entities, and anyone who simply wants a reliable and powerful layer of protection in their life.
Magical Protection or Invulnerability given by a Khodam
A very important part of Al Hikmah deals with providing us with these spiritual helpers. There are time tested methods for invoking a Khodam. The power is passed on from Master to student in the Al Hikmak tradition. The process can easily be demonstrated. For instance, after a Khodam empowerment, it is customary to test ones invulnerability by striking oneself with a machete, leaving no cut. A slightly less courageous way is to try sticking oneself with a pin; it should not be able to penetrate the skin. This form of protection is very popular in Indonesia, as it gives one invulnerability against sharp weapons. Knife fights are the main dangers there. The invulnerability is also effective against fire, poison and black magick.
Over here in the West, the protection may manifest differently, according to needs. I have found that after a Khodam empowerment, confidence tricksters and false friends are quickly exposed and plots of hidden enemies are undone. Others have reported being unscathed by accidents, not even sustaining a cut or bruise after violent impact. Also, bad luck quickly changes around. Another very useful benefit at this time is immunity to radiation.
Working with a Khodam
Apart from protection, Khodams also provide guidance, spiritual growth and healing powers. Guidance often comes through an inner voice, through dreams or you are unconsciously led into beneficial situations. The power of a Khodam also enables you to heal and protect others, and to exorcise demons and remove black magick.
Receiving a Khodam as your spiritual helper is easy. The power is passed on by a Master of the Al Hikmah science, and there are just a few simple prayers for you to perform daily for you to maintain it. The prayers are generally in Arabic, but short enough to learn easily. Though if you wish to become a Master and pass on Khodams to others the discipline is far more intense.
There are different levels of Khodam. The highest Khodams cannot be commanded, but work automatically to protect you, guide you and uplift you to enlightenment. There are other Khodam helpers that can be requested to perform particular tasks or grant wishes. They are said to carry your prayers to Allah and ensure that they are heard. Incidentally, you don’t have to be Muslim to acquire a Khodam. They adapt to any tradition, and will help anyone who is on a spiritual journey.
Khodam Empowerments
You will experience the Khodam empowerment in many ways. First, your whole body buzzes with spiritual energy. You feel generally happier and more positive, more energetic, and health can improve dramatically. You find your mind clearer, so intelligence increases and you make wiser choices. Dreams become clearer, and often provide guidance. As clairvoyance develops, you may begin to be aware of the Khodam communicating with you. Alongside all this, you will find your luck improving, more positive opportunities coming your way, and problems being resolved. Of course, really difficult problems may take more time to resolve, and it is then helpful to repeat the prayers more intensely until the problem is over.
If you do tend to have huge problems to overcome, you can always have more than one Khodam. You could have a general Khodam helper as well as a high level angelic Khodam. For extra power, you could have an angelic Khodam King, but this requires intense prayers to maintain. If you are willing to do the spiritual disciplines, the sky is the limit.
Anyone who wishes to receive a Khodam empowerment may contact Peter Aziz, who is an experienced Al Hikmah Master.
Angelic Khodam inititations are included in the Javanese Magick Course and Advanced Javanese Magick Course and also my online Psychic Protection Course: Protection at Work and at Home
Frequently Asked Questions About Khodams
No, you do not have to be Muslim to receive a Khodam empowerment. Although the word Khodam comes from Al Hikmah, which is rooted in Islamic magickal tradition, the beings themselves are not bound by religion. In my experience working with students from many different traditions, a Khodam adapts to the individual and works within whatever spiritual framework the person already holds. The requirement is sincerity on the spiritual path, not a particular religion or belief system.
The key difference is that a guardian angel is a universal power, operating at a broad and general level. A Khodam is personal. It is assigned specifically to you through the empowerment process and works actively on your behalf in a direct and responsive way. A Khodam can also be engaged for specific purposes, carries your prayers, and works to remove obstacles in tangible and practical ways. It also carries a higher level of protective power than what people generally associate with a guardian angel, including the ability to overcome harmful Djinn and reverse the effects of black magick.
Both Khodams and Djinn exist between the human and the angelic, but they differ significantly in nature and alignment. Djinn can be either benevolent or harmful, and working with them requires care and proper training to avoid complications. Khodams, by contrast, are always aligned with the good. They are created specifically for the purpose of helping, protecting, and guiding human beings toward spiritual growth and enlightenment. A high-level Khodam also carries the authority to override and dispel the influence of harmful Djinn, which makes Khodam empowerments particularly valuable for those working in energetically demanding or spiritually exposed environments.
Yes, and in some situations it is advisable. If you are facing significant challenges or dealing with heavy opposition, a single Khodam may benefit from reinforcement. A common combination is a general Khodam helper alongside a high level angelic Khodam for deeper protection and guidance. There are also Khodam Kings, which carry considerable power but require more intensive daily prayers to maintain. If you are willing to do the spiritual disciplines, the sky is the limit.
A Khodam empowerment is passed directly from a trained Master of Al Hikmah to the student. I offer these as distant empowerments, so there is no need to be in the same physical location. Once you have received the empowerment, you will be given a short set of daily prayers to perform in order to maintain your connection with the Khodam. These prayers are generally in Arabic, but short enough to learn easily. To arrange an empowerment, contact me directly.
