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Books > Health, Home & Family > Mind, body & spirit > The Occult > Magic, spells & alchemy
This second book of the Real Magic series continues to explore the
ancient Hermetic Teachings as "A mental art---the art of using
consciousness itself as the tool for creating changes in
consciousness." What does the Hermetic axiom, "as above; so below"
really mean? The relationship between macrocosm (above) and
microcosm (below) is the key to the Hermetic Teachings. Macrocosm
refers to the Eternal Reality of Light; the realm of God. Microcosm
is its reflection; a fragmentation of Light; the world of human
existence and human ego .The core of the Hermetic Teachings for
centuries has been focused on transforming the fragmented body of
Light in human consciousness and uniting below with above.
There have been many grimoires attributed to St Cyprian of Antioch
due to his reputation as a consummate magician before his
conversion to Christianity, but perhaps none so intriguing as the
present manuscript. This unique manuscript (unlike the more rustic
examples attributed to St Cyprian called the Black Books of
Wittenburg, as found in Scandinavia, or the texts disseminated
under his name in Spain and Portugal) is directly in line with the
Solomonic tradition, and therefore relevant to our present series
of Sourceworks of Ceremonial Magic. It is unique in that instead of
being weighed down with many prayers and conjurations it addresses
the summoning and use of both the four Archangels, Michael,
Raphael, Gabriel and Uriel as well as their opposite numbers, the
four Demon Kings, Paymon, Maimon, Egyn and Oriens. The later are
shown in their animal and human forms along with their sigils, a
resource unique amongst grimoires. The text is in a mixture of
three magical scripts, Greek, Hebrew, cipher, Latin, (and reversed
Latin) with many contractions and short forms, but expanded and
made plain by the editors. The title literally means 'The Key of
Hell with white and black magic as proven by Metatron'.
Rae Beth, author of the bestselling Hedge Witch, here blends the
ancient traditions of hedge witchcraft with our modern concerns for
the natural world. Working in liminal places and with wild spirits,
she shows how we can both help to heal the human relationship with
the natural world and cast spells of increase for threatened
species. The Green Hedge Witch is based in the knowledge that we
are part of nature, not apart from Her and that this gives us our
power and potential as well as our responsibilities. And therefore,
by the use of rites, spirit journeys and elven help, we can work
heartfelt healing magic. This is a book for the budding spellcaster
as well as the experienced hedge witch.
Challenge your assumptions about witchcraft, Paganism, and
spiritual seeking and learn how to craft your own magical path with
this timely and entertaining exploration of what it means to
practice witchcraft from the host of the Inciting A Riot podcast.
If you've ever wanted to burn your ex's old stuff in a trash can
while drinking wine with your friends and reading tarot cards under
the light of the full moon, you already know that magic is an
essential part of our human existence. But what is magic, anyway?
And are witches real? Where do I start if I want to build a deeper,
more personal magical practice? (I mean...can I just make sh*t up?)
Perfect for anyone who has wanted to get a little witchy but not
known where to start, The Dabbler's Guide to Witchcraft provides
everything you need to discover more about modern witchcraft while
forging your own magical path in a responsible and informed way.
Fire Lyte takes us on a thoughtful, compulsively readable, and
provocative journey, addressing topics such as: -Pop culture and
witchcraft -The intersection of science and spirituality
-Gatekeeping and inclusivity in the magical community -"Good" vs
"bad" magic (spoiler alert: there's no such thing!) -Why a coffee
pot or Dutch oven is just as effective as a cauldron He also
provides eleven spell canvasses, perfect for beginners and
practicing witches alike to expand their spell-casting repertoire.
Whether you're just starting on your spiritual journey or recent
events have inspired you to reexamine your current magical path,
this humorous, practical, and insightful book provides a roadmap
for anyone curious about enriching their practice.
A follow-up to the bestselling Sigil Witchery, Visual Alchemy takes
a deeper look at the connection between art and magic. Laura
Tempest Zakroff shows you how sigil work is quick, easy, and
accessible to all, covering a vast number of topics from the
elements of visual spell craft to creating your own sigils for
solitary and group use. Visual Alchemy presents sigil witchery in
two parts: creation and collaboration. Learn how to craft your
personal symbolic language, participate in shared magic, and
perform public and private rituals. Discover how to connect with
spirits and deities, enhance your sigils through intuition, and use
design concepts to troubleshoot your techniques. This book also
provides a collection of fifty shared magic sigils for you to
explore, consider, and use.
The Tarot Spellbook is a journey through the 78 cards of the
Rider-Waite-Smith deck, providing a unique spell that corresponds
with each card. Connecting with the 78 cards of the tarot in a
meaningful way can be overwhelming, which can lead to scouring
reference books and memorizing meanings rather than actually using
the cards themselves. The Tarot Spellbook gives you a fun way to
learn the cards-and a practical way to work with them beyond
divination and reading. Each of the 78 spells in The Tarot
Spellbook is categorized into one of eight popular spell
categories:self, change, love, money, career, wellness, protection,
and home. Because the lessons taught by tarot cards are those that
apply to all aspects of life, from karmic soul lessons to the
smaller daily events, the spells in The Tarot Spellbook cover
everything you need for a variety of common life situations.
Looking to manifest your desires? See the Magician card and spell.
Need to find clarity? Work with the Moon card and spell to dispel
illusion. Each entry outlines the card's overall meaning, and
provides 2-3 journal questions to aid in introspection, reflection,
and further connection to the tarot card. Each spell connects to a
dominant theme of the card, helping you connect to the card on a
personal level, and furthering your knowledge of witchcraft. From
candle magick, to spell jars, to ritual baths, and more, The Tarot
Spellbook utilizes spellwork of all kinds to truly aid you in
expanding your magickal practice on all fronts.
After providing a terrifying look into the most secret workings of
the occult, and after divulging the methods by which man may have
immense power over the physical world through spiritual methods,
Koetting now unveils the one written work in existence which
unabashedly draws the straight line between the upper and the
lower, between the finite and the infinite, and between man and
God.
What is the difference between an amulet and a charm? When would be
the right time to make a talisman? And, if you absolutely had to,
how would you cast a spell? In this unique little book, scholar
Marian Green unravels the complex web of associations and
correspondences which form the backbone of the Western magical
arts. Packed with rare illustrations and useful tables, there is no
better volume for the modern travelling magician. WOODEN BOOKS are
small but packed with information. "Fascinating" FINANCIAL TIMES.
"Beautiful" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. "Rich and Artful" THE LANCET.
"Genuinely mind-expanding" FORTEAN TIMES. "Excellent" NEW
SCIENTIST. "Stunning" NEW YORK TIMES. Small books, big ideas.
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