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A step-by-step guide to developing an embodied relationship with
Egyptian divinities * Details the nine stages of the ancient
Egyptian initiatory path, describing each stage's powers as well as
the culminating ceremony called "The Crown of Isis" * Provides
profound guided meditations for each of the nine stages and
illustrates the manifestation of this path's principles through
stories of awakening * Shares the author's personal journey as a
Garment of Isis and her own powerful interactions with Isis, which
culminated in her serving as Oracle of Isis at the Parliament of
World Religions in Chicago in 1993 The Sacred Science of ancient
Egypt was an initiatory spiritual system, a technology of
consciousness designed to birth a mystical communion with the
divinities, an embodied union of being between the eternal and the
mortal. After initiation was completed, the re-identified being,
now divinely possessed, was known as a Garment of Isis, signifying
that the goddess Isis dwelt within them. Offering a practical guide
to the key principles within the Egyptian temple tradition, Naomi
Ozaniec explores the process of creating and developing a personal
relationship with the Neteru, the divinities and forces of creation
of ancient Egypt. She details the nine stages of this initiatory
path, which are divided into three phases--heartmind, spiritmind,
and soulmind. This step-by-step, interactive process culminates in
a ceremony called The Crown of Isis. The author provides profound
guided meditations and illustrates the manifestation of the
initiate's powers through stories of awakening brought on by this
spiritual path. She also shares her personal journey as a Garment
of Isis and her own powerful interactions with Isis. An accessible
yet substantive guide to initiation into the Egyptian Mysteries,
this book details how to gradually awaken and attune your mind to
the symbolic, open access to higher realms of consciousness, and
enter into a mystical marriage between personal and divine
consciousness.
Conversations with God took its readers on an inspirational
journey, teaching them how to conduct a dialogue with God and reach
a better understanding of themselves, others and the world we all
inhabit. In Neale Donald Walsch's latest book, they will travel
further on this journey towards a greater relationship, and
ultimately friendship, with God.
Shamanic implements assist us in going deeper into the
intangible worlds and numinous realms of the spirit, where shamans
and spirit walkers believe we navigate the complex
interrelationships that are continually creating our physical
existence.
"A Spirit Walker's Guide to Shamanic Tools" is specifically
designed to support those who have learned how to access the spirit
realms and have the desire to add the right spiritual implements to
their shamanic tool kit. It is filled with practical information on
the purposes of shamanic tools as well as guidance on how to make,
buy and empower them for sacred use.
Beautifully illustrated with the author's original artwork and
photographs of shamans and their authentic tools, the book pays
tribute to ancient shamanic culture. At the same time, it
demonstrates the effectiveness of shamanic methods in maintaining
one's spiritual center in modern life.
Kawai Tarot features a darling deck of tarot cards, all created and
illustrated by acclaimed United Kingdom-based designer Lulu Mayo,
accompanied by a guidebook to the Major and Minor Arcanas. With
this deck and guide, you'll learn to use your intuition to
interpret the cards' messages, manifest your intentions, and
connect with your inner self while being surrounded by the cuteness
of kawaii! Find insights on where you are and figure out your next
move with the help of supercute kawaii characters like Lucky Cat,
Princess Poodle, and Fancy Unicorn. This modern set will introduce
you to the art of tarot readings with: 78 adorably illustrated
cards A comprehensive 64-page guidebook to the tarot Strengthen
your spiritual practice with this super-cute kit for spiritual
beginners and lovers of all things kawaii!
Exact facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with
Optical Recognition Software. "Practical Mysticism is a work by one
of the foremost 20th century Christian mystics, Evelyn Underhill.
Her book, "Mysticism: A Study in the Nature and Development of
Spiritual Consciousness," is the authoritative text of modern
mysticism. This shorter work, "Practical Mysticism," is an abridged
version of Underhill's theology, and is a perfect starting point
for immersion into the subject. It is written, to some extent, with
non-Christians in mind, so Underhill is at her simplest here, yet
her language is still poetic and enjoyable to read. Topics are
addressed broadly, and Chapter 1, "What is Mysticism?" is an
enlightening place for those unfamiliar with the topic to begin.
She invites the reader to become involved in mysticism, giving
simple examples of how it is relevant to everyday people. Underhill
was greatly influenced by mystics such as St. Teresa, St.
Augustine, and Thomas a Kempis, and examples from these writers, as
well as poets like Keats and Whitman, are sprinkled throughout the
book. A fine place to start before diving into her more intense
works, "Practical Mysticism" has captivated generations of readers,
and is still the premier text for the introductory study of
mysticism.
The symbolic language of Native Americans is extremely profound yet
immediate. It is close to the rhythms of the sky, whose messages
are heard and interpreted by the Shaman, the intermediary between
the sky and the earth. The centuries-old wisdom of Native Americans
blends seamlessly with the spirit of Tarot in this exquisitely
crafted deck.
A concise guide to the Gods and Goddesses of pagan Ireland, their
history, mythology, and symbols. Rooted in the past but still
active in the world today, the Gods and Goddesses of Ireland have
always been powerful forces that can bless or challenge, but often
the most difficult thing is to simply find information about them.
This short introductory text looks at a variety of different Irish
deities, common and more obscure, from their ancient roots to the
modern practices associated with honoring them in, an
encyclopedia-style book with entries in easy-to-use sections.
A devotional-style book for the modern seeker, intended to help
them remember the divine wisdom they carry within and utilize it to
create a life that is authentic. Are you ready to activate your
inner goddess? 365 Days of Divine Feminine Wisdom is a
devotional-style book for today's spiritual seeker. In it, you will
learn how to deepen your connection with yourself and your
spirituality, discover who you really are, and find the courage to
create a life you love by using your innate gifts and power. Each
daily entry reflects upon the different aspects of Divine Feminine
energy that are always active within us, regardless of age or
experience: the Maiden, the Mother, and the Crone. These aspects
are linked to the milestones that we experience throughout our
lives as we get in touch with the goddess within us. These aspects
are also connected to the phases of the moon, as well as to the
seasons. Each daily entry draws wisdom from the three-part feminine
archetype, according to the time of year: January to April provides
inspiration from the Maiden aspect; May to August offers guidance
from the Mother aspect; and September to December reveals knowledge
from the Crone aspect. This helps readers gain a full understanding
of their innate gifts and wisdom, as well the phases they naturally
go through each year as they continue to grow, evolve, and live
their best life.
Contemporary seekers on the hunt for an overview of the Western
mystery traditions often face a small selection of dense,
out-of-date tomes. Alternatively, Hidden Wisdom is a fresh,
coherent, and accessible work that expounds many of the teachings
of Western esotericism, examining its key figures and movements.
This is a NEW (2010) easy-to-read translation by ancient languages
scholar Dr. A. Nyland and is NOT one of the many Public Domain
translations of Enoch NOR IS IT A REWORDED PUBLIC DOMAIN VERSION of
Enoch. Great advances which have been made in ancient word meaning
in the last twenty years were unknown to the translators of the
public domain versions of the late nineteenth and early twentieth
centuries. There are copious background notes and cross references.
This book is an easy to read translation with cross references and
notes. Ideal for those interested in Theosophy Despite the current
trend for non-translators to reproduce public domain versions (both
as is and disguised by slight rewording) as a commercial venture,
be aware that such public domain versions do not take advantage of
recent scholarship. This new translation by Dr. A. Nyland contains
all three books of Enoch: 1 Enoch (Also called The Ethiopic Book of
Enoch) 2 Enoch (Also called The Slavonic Book of Enoch, The Secrets
of Enoch). This volume contains the extended version of 2 Enoch,
The Exaltation of Melchizedek. 3 Enoch (Also called The Hebrew Book
of Enoch) Note that this is Dr. Nyland's translation and NOT a
public domain work. 1 Enoch tells of the Watchers, a class of
angel, who taught humans weapons, spell potions, root cuttings,
astrology, astronomy, and alchemies. The Watchers also slept with
human women and produced the Nephilim. For this, they were
imprisoned and cast into Tartarus. This is also mentioned in the
New Testament. In 2 Enoch, two angels take Enoch through the 7
heavens. This volume contains the extended version of 2 Enoch, The
Exaltation of Melchizedek. In 3 Enoch, Enoch ascends to heaven and
is transformed into the angel Metatron. This is about the Merkabah
and is of interest to Kabbalists. People interested in Theosophy
and Rosicrucianism will find this book invaluable. Dr. A. Nyland is
an ancient language scholar and lexicographer who served as Faculty
at the University of New England, Australia. Dr. Nyland is also the
translator of "The Book of Jubilees," and "The Gospel of Thomas,"
among others. She is also the author of the Amy Stuart Mystery
series.
This title follows the themes in the writings of Kenneth Grant,
H.P. Lovecraft and the Necronomicon, uncovering further meanings of
the concepts of the famous writers of the Left Hand Path. It is for
Thelemites, as well as lovers of the Lovecraft Mythos in all its
forms and for those who find the rituals of classical ceremonial
magic inadequate for the New Aeon.
After the execution of the Samuels family - known as the Witches of
Warboys - on charges of witchcraft in 1593, Sir Henry Cromwell
(grandfather of Oliver Cromwell) used their confiscated property to
fund an annual sermon against witchcraft to be given in Huntingdon
(Cambridgeshire) by a divinity scholar from Queens' College,
Cambridge. Although beliefs about witchery had changed by the
eighteenth century, the tradition persisted. Martin J. Naylor
(c.1762-1843), a Fellow of Queens' College and the holder of
incumbencies in Yorkshire, gave four of the sermons, on 25 March
each year from 1792 to 1795. Although he called the subject
'antiquated', he hoped his 'feeble effort, levelled against the
gloomy gothic mansion of superstition, may not be entirely without
a beneficial effect'. This collection of the four sermons was
published in 1795, and appended with an account of the original
events in Warboys.
'A pioneer of modern anthropology', A. C. Haddon (1855 1940)
contributed to the fields of embryology and evolutionary science
before turning his interests to human civilisation and its history.
In this work, first published in 1910, Haddon makes use of his
wide-ranging knowledge of folk rituals and religious beliefs to
introduce readers to basic principles of sympathetic magic,
divination, talismanic powers and fetishism. A strong believer in
the importance of preserving local religious practices and beliefs,
Haddon uses the work to document customs from Britain to West
Africa, America to Australia. Topics include forms of contagious
magic, premised on a mutual influence between objects; amulets and
talismans; magical names and words; and divination. In the second
portion of the book, devoted to fetishism, Haddon offers an
authoritative description of the fetish as a 'habitation, temporary
or permanent, of a spiritual being', establishing basic definitions
for an important field of cultural research.
I Send a Voice is the gripping, first person account of what
happens inside a Native American Sweat Lodge. Evelyn Eaton writes
of her resolve to become worthy of participating in a Sweat Lodge
healing ritual. She undergoes tests and ordeals inside and outside
of the Lodge following the spiritual path to learn the shamanic
secrets, and eventually daring to ask for a healing Pipe of her
own. This classic book remains one of the definitive accounts of
the training and work of a Pipe-carrier and provides a unique
insight into Native American culture and their sacred and esoteric
rites. It will be essential reading for everyone with an interest
in Native American culture, shamanic rituals or holistic healing.
The English historian and antiquary Thomas Wright (1810 70)
co-founded and joined a number of antiquarian and literary
societies. He was greatly interested in Old English, Middle English
and Anglo-Norman texts, and in the 1840s and 1850s he published
widely within these areas. Gradually his focus shifted to the
archaeology of Roman Britain and to Anglo-Saxon cemeteries.
Although much of Wright's research has been completely superseded,
his work is still considered worth consulting, as he collected
material not readily available elsewhere. This two-volume 1851
publication is testimony to Wright's interest in folklore, sorcery
and legend. In Volume 1 the author accounts of sorcery across
Europe, and he considers the legendary Dr Faustus as an archetypal
magician who called 'the demon'. Wright also discusses the place of
the occult in England during and after the Reformation, writing
about magicians such as John Dee, and describing King James I's
views on witchcraft.
The English historian and antiquary Thomas Wright (1810 70)
co-founded and joined a number of antiquarian and literary
societies. He was greatly interested in Old English, Middle English
and Anglo-Norman texts, and in the 1840s and 1850s he published
widely within these areas. Gradually his focus shifted to the
archaeology of Roman Britain and to Anglo-Saxon cemeteries.
Although much of Wright's research has been completely superseded,
his work is still considered worth consulting, as he collected
material not readily available elsewhere. This two-volume 1851
publication is testimony to Wright's interest in folklore, sorcery
and legend. In Volume 2, he maintains a broad perspective while
surveying instances of witchcraft in the seventeenth century.
Wright writes about such famous cases as the Earl of Somerset, the
Ursuline nuns of Loudun, and the Mohra witches in Sweden, to whom
the Devil appeared with a red beard and a high-crowned hat.
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