From its earliest days, America served as an arena for the revolutions in alternative spirituality that eventually swept the globe. Esoteric philosophies and personas--from Freemasonry to Spiritualism, from Madame H. P. Blavatsky to Edgar Cayce--dramatically altered the nation's culture, politics, and religion. Yet the mystical roots of our identity are often ignored or overlooked. Opening a new window on the past, Occult America""presents a dramatic, pioneering study of the esoteric undercurrents of our history and their profound impact across modern life.

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.

In the popular "Little Bit of" series: a fresh, accessible introduction to shamanism--with a global view. Drawing from decades of training in Brazil and the United States, Ana Campos has written a history of shamanism that's both personal and global. She creates a methodology for bringing shamanic wisdom into our daily practices, and explains why it's important to establish a relationship with our helping spirits to heal ourselves and our communities. Through this incisive discussion of shamanism, we can become the vehicle for change our world so desperately needs right now.

Gypsies reading the ley lines that crisscross England; Taoist priests interperting feng shui charts; Midwestern rainmakers dowsing the parched fields of the American prairie -- what do they all have in common? Each of these activities uses the world energy grid to advance health, knowledge and personal fortune. Though it goes by different names, almost every culture has developed an instinctive method of using the energy grid that surrounds and underlies the earth.

What kind of energy does the grid emanate? Where is it to be found? How does it affect daily life? Can we harness it? Our planet's grid of energy is thoroughly examined in this new book by the author of Harmonic 33, Bruce Cathie. Chapters include information on:
-- UFO navigation and mysterious aerials
-- Nikola Tesla's inventions
-- Pythagoras and the Grid
-- Atomic detonations and energy vortexes
-- Native American power spots and the Australian Stonehenge

Examines Wiccan magic, rituals, traditions, and code of conduct
Get the scoop on this ancient spiritual path
Wondering what it takes to be a Wiccan? This plain-English guide introduces you to the vibrant world of Wicca and the practices of Witchcraft, describing its ancient origins, dispelling stereotypes, and explaining Wiccan beliefs, ethics, rituals, and holidays. You'll see what it means to live as a contemporary Wiccan -- and how to worship alone or with a group.
Discover how to
* Worship alone or join a coven
* Perform charms, blessings, and spells
* Obtain necessary tools and supplies
* Spot spiritual scams and inappropriate behavior
* Explore a spiritual path guided by nature

Eerie and menacing, timely and moving, Impossible Causes is an unputdownable novel that examines the consequences of silence kept at young women's expense. 'A tightly told and powerful story of sins, lies and secrets long held' i 'This highly atmospheric tale is both thrilling and poignant' Heat For seven months of the year, the remote island of Lark is fogbound, cut off completely from the mainland. The arrival of three strangers is the cause of much speculation: the first is a charismatic young teacher - the only male teacher on the island - the other two, a mother and her teenage daughter, seeking a place to hide from unspeakable tragedy. What have they come to escape? What will they find waiting for them on Lark? And whose body will soon be found lying in the island's stone circle?

The relationship between early Mormons and the United States was marked by anxiety and hostility, heightened over the course of the nineteenth century by the assassination of Mormon leaders, the Saints' exile from Missouri and Illinois, the military occupation of the Utah territory, and the national crusade against those who practiced plural marriage. Nineteenth-century Latter-day Saints looked forward to apocalyptic events that would unseat corrupt governments across the globe, particularly the tyrannical government of the United States. The infamous "White Horse Prophecy" referred to this coming American apocalypse as "a terrible revolution... in the land of America, such as has never been seen before; for the land will be literally left without a supreme government." Mormons envisioned divine deliverance by way of plagues, natural disasters, foreign invasions, American Indian raids, slave uprisings, or civil war unleashed on American cities and American people. For the Saints, these violent images promised a national rebirth that would vouchsafe the protections of the United States Constitution and end their oppression. In Terrible Revolution, Christopher James Blythe examines apocalypticism across the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, particularly as it took shape in the writings and visions of the laity. The responses of the church hierarchy to apocalyptic lay prophecies promoted their own form of separatist nationalism during the nineteenth century. Yet, after Utah obtained statehood, as the church sought to assimilate to national religious norms, these same leaders sought to lessen the tensions between themselves and American political and cultural powers. As a result, visions of a violent end to the nation became a liability to disavow and regulate. Ultimately, Blythe argues that the visionary world of early Mormonism, with its apocalyptic emphases, continued in the church's mainstream culture in modified forms but continued to maintain separatist radical forms at the level of folk-belief.

Explore the spiritual practices, legends, and traditions of various Indigenous tribes throughout the North American continent. The Indigenous peoples of North America have followed a wide variety of spiritual traditions, many of which have been carried on to present day. Native American Spiritualism offers powerful insight into the origins and practices of Indigenous American spirituality while also providing guidance to help unlearn colonialist perspectives of Indigenous cultures and embrace an enlightened, nature-focused existence full of traditions of your own making. This multifaceted guide to discovering your spirituality provides lessons on: Oral Traditions and the historical events of Mythic Time Key value systems of eight Nations, including the Chippewa, Sioux, and Chumash Nations Native American seasonal ceremonies and their cultural significance Everyday life in the Nations, including common foods, clothes, objects, and games And more! As with every title in the Mystic Traditions series, Native American Spiritualism is a celebration of a unique and beautiful culture. As such, the subject matter and content has been treated with the utmost care and respect to ensure an accurate and reverent presentation that is accessible to a variety of audiences, and serves to further educate and foster support for these rich practices and traditions for years to come. Illustrated with stunning imagery, Native American Spiritualism is a must-read for practitioners who wish to explore the origins of their craft and practices. The Mystic Traditions series explores mystical and spiritual traditions and magical practices from around the world from a modern perspective. These guides offer concise introductions to the origins of mystical practices; explain key concepts, figures, and legends in these traditions; and give straightforward and engaging instruction on how to connect directly with these practices through rituals, spells, and more. Also from the Mystic Traditions series: Celtic Mysticism, Zen Buddhism.

A complete treatise and practical guide to ceremonial magic and magical rituals.

Gain astrological insights and inspiration through the power and flexibility of oracle cards with Stellar Visions Oracle Cards. With so many powerful energies in the universe, it can be hard to discern which ones to listen to. This 53-card oracle deck is perfect for everyone from novice to expert who is looking for guidance from astrology and explore the dynamic facets of the tapestry of life. Each of the cards is connected to an astrological archetype to help develop your stellar vision and seek oracular guidance. Find cards that guide you through the signs, planets, houses, aspects, asteroids and events such as retrogrades and new moons. Through a variety of readings, you can learn how to moon map, understand your astrology chart, and understand the current astrological weather. The enchantingly illustrated deck comes with an interpretation guidebook for a deeper understanding of oracle readings, which you can turn to when you want direction and illumination. Learn the interpretation of the cards through an oracle deck reading and an interpretation as each card is used in astrology. This versatile 53-card deck can be integrated with tarot decks or used on their own to clarify present queries. Interpret the powers of the universe with the helping hand of the oracle.

'The Book of Enoch the Prophet' is the oldest known mystical document in existence, dating back to the second century BCE. It reveals a vision of a new age of heaven on earth that figures in esoteric and occult practices.

The dialogue expands . . . When Neale Donald Walsch was experiencing one of the lowest points of his life, he decided to write a letter to God. What he did not expect was a response, with extraordinary answers covering all aspects of human existence - from happiness to money, to faith. The resulting book, Conversations with God, was an instant bestseller on publication in 1995 and has since sold millions of copies world-wide, changing countless lives everywhere. Conversations with God: Book 3 is the third volume of the original Conversations with God trilogy that takes us even further in our questioning and search for answers, dealing with universal truths of the highest order and the challenges and opportunities of the soul. This incredible series contains answers that will change you, your life and the way you view others. Also by Neale Donald Walsch and available from Hodder & Stoughton: Conversations with God, Books 2 and 3, Communion with God, Friendship with God, Applications for Living and Meditations from Conversations with God, Book 1.

Mithras was recognized as the greatest rival of Christianity, a greater threat even than the religion of Isis. He explores the various forms of this God and investigates the worship.