The teachings of this tradition have influenced the philosophy and practices of Western Occultism and secret societies such as the Rosicrucians and the Golden Dawn. This book has something for every occultist, from the beginner to the most advanced. It is full of new and refreshing materials and techniques never before seen in print. Using these materials, readers can undergo intense magical initiations, experience occult empowerments, contact their guardian angel, work with the spirits of the planets, open Elemental gateways, summon benevolent Jinn, master the art of occult protection, create living talismans, explore ancient systems of divination, and more. Secrets of Ancient Magic provides a step by step magical system of development that will accelerate your spiritual transformation and take you to a whole new level. Nineveh Shadrach has spent the last thirteen years teaching magic, qabalah, and other esoteric arts in the U.S. and Canada. Frances Harrison was a practitioner of the Golden Dawn magical system for twenty-four years before embracing its more ancient roots. The authors possess one of the largest libraries on magic, written in Arabic and Persian, in North America.

    Every story proves how the journey of facing some of life's greatest obstacles can be followed by a joyous emergence from the darkness of despair, and a discovery of the light of life, love and new wisdom. Themes include receiving love in challenging times, recovering after painful divorce, facing and overcoming the death of a loved one, healing and finding purpose in life after the unimaginable grief of losing a child, surviving in triumph after a life threatening illness, to living greatest dreams and overcoming life's challenges. These true stories, written by women for women, open the heart, heal the spirit, and bring peace of mind during some of life's most challenging times. As each author presents a treasure from her own rich experience, she contributes to the pool of wisdom we share of how each of us can meet our greatest fears and to rise again with wisdom, grace and courage Whatever challenges you presently face, these stories offer hope, reassurance, comfort and examples of the resilient nature and courage of women.

    Instead of providing shortcuts, scripts, or rote rituals, she teaches women how to think like a ritualist. Step by step, readers learn the ritual-making process: developing a purpose and theme, building an altar, preparing emotionally and mentally (energetics), spellcasting, and more. For beginners or experienced ritualists, solitaries or groups, this thorough, engaging guide to the art of ritual-making can help women commemorate every sacred milestone-from menstruation to marriage to menopause-that touches their lives.Praise: "Ruth Barrett brings her many years of experience in teaching and priestessing in the Dianic tradition to this book. Her thoughtfulness, intelligence and depth of understanding make it a valuable resource and will open a new perspective for many Pagans."—Starhawk, best-selling author of The Spiral Dance and The Fifth Sacred Thing