Best of
Paganism

2007

Natural Witchery: Intuitive, Personal & Practical Magick


Ellen Dugan - 2007
    This kinship with the unseen world is at the heart of Witchcraft. It is also the foundation of all magickal work.You will enhance your spellcrafting, empower your witchery, and add richness and depth to your everyday life by developing your intuition and psychic skills. Natural Witchery features straightforward how-to's, first-hand stories, spells, rituals, fun quizzes, and creative exercises to help you live a more magickal life:Learn how to tune in to many different kinds of energy, such as the cycles of the moon and the energy of the seasons, and use it to fuel your spellwork Explore different types of psychic abilities, and discover your own elemental strengths and challenges Use natural witchery to create more harmony and balance in your home, workplace, and circle This friendly guidebook also includes a Book of Witchery with magickal correspondences and a handy journal section for keeping track of your progress.

Ascension Magick: Ritual, Myth & Healing for the New Aeon


Christopher Penczak - 2007
    Ascension Magick unveils the diverse mystical roots of ascension, and highlights where the beliefs and practices of today's "light workers" intersect with those of modern pagans, witches, and magick practitioners. It also examines the practical side-various forms of magick, energy healing, meditation, past life regression, channeling, dowsing-and provides helpful meditations, spells, and exercises. From angels and aliens to reincarnation and the Merkaba, Penczak leaves no stone unturned in this remarkably thorough and absorbing examination of ascension spirituality and magick.

Ogam: Weaving Word Wisdom


Erynn Rowan Laurie - 2007
    Rather than working from the commonly known tree alphabet paradigm, Erynn Rowan Laurie takes us back to the roots of each letter's name, exploring its meanings in the context of Gaelic language and culture. Like the Norse runes, each letter is associated with an object or a concept -- "sulfur," "a bar of metal," "terror." These letters are deeply enmeshed in a web of meaning both cultural and spiritual, lending power and weight to their symbolism. With two decades of experience with the ogam and over thirty years of working with divination, Erynn offers insights into the many profound meanings hidden in the ogam letters and their lore. She explains each letter in context and shows how to expand the system in new and innovative ways while acknowledging and maintaining respect for ogam's traditional language and culture. In this book, you will find ways to use the ogam for divination, ideas on incorporating ogam into ritual, discussions of how ogam relates to Celtic Reconstructionist Paganism, and instructions for creating your own set of ogam feda or letters for your personal use.

Elves, Wights, and Trolls: Studies Towards the Practice of Germanic Heathenry: Vol. I


Kveldúlf Hagan Gundarsson - 2007
    Elves, dwarves, giants, wights dwelling in rocks, streams, and oceans: these beings have been friends, foes, and even lovers of humans, and often worked more closely with farming and fishing folk on a daily basis than did the gods themselves. In this book, Kveldulf Gundarsson, long-famed scholar of Old Norse religion and Heathen leader, looks closely at the history and folklore of these beings and offers a practical guide for dealing with them. Elves, Trolls, and Wights also includes Kveldulf's new translation of the little-known Icelandic skaldic poem "Berg-Dweller's Song," in which the giant Hallmundr tells of his own folk and world-faring.

Pure Magic: A Complete Course in Spellcasting


Judika Illes - 2007
    Or women who always seem to get the job, apartment, or date they want. Or people who can make their dreams come true. Judika Illes has written a spellcasting primer in down-to-earth language. "I consciously set out to write a book that would be different from any other on the market," Illes writes. "This book is jargon free. It contains information usually handed down from teacher to student. It focuses on the practical aspects of spellcasting in a clear and nonjudgmental way. . . . No specialized metaphysical training is required." What is required is that we become aware of the natural rhythms, energies, powers, and patterns of Earth and her diverse inhabitants. Pure Magic offers a plethora of individual spells, plus concrete advice on how and where to practice magic, to rightly use words of power, and to cleanse, protect, and enhance your magic self. Work your way through it's easy-to-follow, step-by-step plan, and all will become clear. Learn to listen to Mother Earth, focus on your magical allies, gather the simple equipment Illes outlines, and follow the straightforward instructions, and you will soon be constructing your own spells and experiencing magic in your everyday life. Pure Magic is a book that beginners will follow rigorously and advanced spellcasters will refer to again and again for guidance and inspiration. * Magic 101: this book is a complete course in real magic--how and why it works. * Pure Magic is a perennial, from an author with a great track who knows what she's talking about.

The Scott Cunningham Kitchen Witches Companion


Scott Cunningham - 2007
    From mushrooms to mangos to maple syrup, you'll discover how common foods and spices impact love, sexual desire, health, finances, psychic awareness, spiritual growth, and more. Magical food diets, magical menus for specific goals, and Cunningham's favorite recipes are also included in this rich guide to cooking and eating with magical intention.

Hidden Path Oracle Kit


Raven Grimassi - 2007
    Bestselling Wiccan author Raven Grimassi and High Priestess Stephanie Taylor have collaborated once again with award-winning Pagan artist Mickie Mueller to create these transformative cards that can be used alone or as a complement to their popular Well Worn Path kit.The Hidden Path kit contains 40 cards, a 216-page guidebook, and a black organdy bag.

The CR FAQ - An Introduction to Celtic Reconstructionist Paganism


Kathryn Price NicDhàna - 2007
    It is an effort to reconstruct, through both scholarly research and experiential practice, a spiritual tradition that is true to ancient Celtic religion and relevant to our lives in the modern world. This print edition of "The CR FAQ - An Introduction to Celtic Reconstructionist Paganism" includes a detailed pronunciation guide and an extensive glossary of terms and deities. "The CR FAQ" was written by a diverse collective of Celtic Reconstructionist (CR) elders and long-term practitioners. It is the very first book to be published that is wholly about Celtic Reconstructionism. All profits from the sale of this book are being donated to Gaelic language and cultural preservation charities in the Celtic Nations and worldwide.

Wightridden: Paths of Northern-Tradition Shamanism


Raven Kaldera - 2007
    From rhythm to utiseta to fasting to ordeal, this book covers the ways that the ancient shamans of the Northlands used these paths to open themselves to the Wights. The fourth book in the Northern-Tradition Shamanism series, this book includes spirit-taught lessons from many different spirit-workers and the Gods that they serve and revere.

Circle, Coven & Grove: A Year of Magickal Practice


Deborah Blake - 2007
    No matter what kind of Witch you are, High Priestess Deborah Blake's guide to ritual has something for you.Part instruction manual, part personal journal, and part Book of Shadows, this all-in-one ritual handbook is an ideal tool for busy Witches, new covens, and new priestesses, priests, or coven leaders. Celebrate the Wheel of the Year with original group rituals that can be used as written, personalized to reflect your coven's unique style, or modified for solitary practitioners. Along with practical tips on ritual basics, there are beautifully written New Moon rituals, Full Moon rituals, and Sabbat celebrations for each month and season.Circle, Coven & Grove presents basic correspondences for magickal practice and coven work essentials such as circle etiquette. With seasonal spells, blessings, and rituals for celebrating holidays, increasing energy, giving thanks, healing, and more, this friendly book has everything you need.

Sacred Paths for Modern Men: A Wake Up Call from Your 12 Archetypes


Dagonet Dewr - 2007
    According to Dagonet Dewr, a writer and activist in the men's pagan spirituality movement: We have forgotten how to cry, to scream, to hunt, to love, to honor, to teach, to initiate.Hip, funny, and direct, this pagan belief guide explores twelve powerful male archetypes and their relevance for men today: Divine Child, Lover, Warrior, Trickster, Green Man, Guide, Craftsman, Magician, Destroyer, King, Healer, and Sacrificed One.Stories of characters from mythology, fantasy, and pop culture illustrate different expressions of masculine energy. With pagan rituals and magickal workings, this pagan book offers a visceral, hands-on way to connect with archetypal energies and honor male rites of passage such as coming of age, seeking a partner in love, or becoming a father.

The Celtic Wheel of the Year: Celtic and Christian Seasonal Prayers


Tess Ward - 2007
    A spiritual handbook full of wisdom, grace and creativity, 'The Sacred Wheel of the Year' dips into the deep wells of Celtic tradition and beyond in order to gather the clear water of life.

The Everything Toltec Wisdom Book: A Complete Guide to the Ancient Wisdoms


Allan Hardman - 2007
    The Toltec Path is a spiritual path, not a religion. The Everything Toltec Wisdom Book explains the fundamentals of this tradition and teaches readers how it can be used to understand and change the way they think. Written by Allan Hardman, a Toltec Master, this book provides readers with easy to-implement, step-by-step guidance to using Toltec Wisdom to live a life that is happy, fulfilling, and successful.Featuring the core beliefs called the three masteries:The mastery of AwarenessThe mastery of TransformationThe mastery of IntentThe Everything Toltec Wisdom Book provides contemporary interpretations readers can use to improve their lives!

Ocean Oracle: What Seashells Reveal About Our True Nature


Michelle Hanson - 2007
    Simply put, seashells function as tools that enable us to speak with our subconscious, allowing the inner self to communicate the information it considers most valuable for our growth. By listening to the shells with the guidance of Ocean Oracle, you can tap into your own innate wisdom and joy.Included with the book are:• 200 shell cards in full color• 4 full color plates, 8.25 x 16.25" with all shell photos in full colorEnjoy exploring the language of shells by yourself or with a group of friends.

Goddess Alive!: Inviting Celtic & Norse Goddesses Into Your Life


Michelle Skye - 2007
    Create a stronger connection to the sacred world and your own divinity by welcoming these thirteen powerful Celtic and Nordic goddesses into your life. As you make your way through a transformative year, know that each goddess has a different energy and a unique lesson to teach you. Starting with the Winter Solstice, the eight seasonal Sabbats and five faces of the moon provide the guideposts along your path. Through ritual, invocation, guided meditations, and magical activities, you'll explore each goddess's unique mythology and discover her message for your life.

Path of the White Wolf: An Introduction to the Shaman's Way


Robin Youngblood - 2007
    Through teachings and practices held sacred by indigenous cultures for thousands of years, Path of the White Wolf takes the reader on a nine-month Shamanic Journey of renewal and rebirth around the Seven Sacred Directions of the Universal Medicine Wheel.

Goddess Inspiration Oracle [With 80 Full-Color Tarot Cards and Gold Organdy Tarot Bag]


Kris Waldherr - 2007
    Renowned for her superb goddess-themed artwork, Kris Waldherr has created a visually stunning and easily accessible goddess oracle. From Abeona to the Zorya, eighty goddesses from across the globe are represented in this sumptuous deck. Each of the eighty cards features a striking portrait of a deity, her attributes, and an empowering message inspired by her unique story. The Goddess Inspiration Oracle is an ideal instrument for creating affirmations, sparking creativity, gaining fresh perspectives, and uncovering insights related to love, health, creativity, motherhood, and other issues specific to women. The accompanying guidebook offers an in-depth description of each goddess, associated keywords, and practical instructions for working with the cards.

Ortha nan Gaidheal: Carmina Gadelica in English and Gaelic


Alexander Carmichael - 2007
    An anthology of poems and prayers from the Gaelic oral tradition, this set serves as a useful resource for those wanting to study and understand Gaelic culture, and for those wanting to experience the beauty and wisdom of its oral literature.

The Temple of High Witchcraft Meditation CD Companion


Christopher Penczak - 2007
    Relaxing music and Christopher Penczak's own soothing voice will guide you through the book's meditations, during which you'll have the chance to journey though the ten stations of the Tree of Life, as well as commune with the gods, archangels, totems, and spirits.Also featured are four additional meditations for opening your consciousness to the elemental realms. Meet with the spiritual rulers of each element and learn to master the spiritual tools of the Stone of Sovereignty, the Cup of Compassion, the Sword of Truth, and the Spear of Victory.

Ogham: The Secret Language Of The Druids


Robert Lee (Skip) Ellison - 2007
    

Animal Dreaming : The Symbolic and Spiritual Language of the Australasian Animals


Scott Alexander King - 2007
    If we listen carefully to what they have to say and take time to learn their symbolic language, the teachings say that everything is equal and that nature speaks to those who listen. The animals each have a lesson to share.Animal Dreaming can be seen as a unique opportunity to broaden one's ability to interpret the symbolic language of the animal kingdom. It brings to the People, possibly for the first time, a comprehensive list of over 200 Australasian animals -- introducting them to its readers as totems, teachers, healers and spiritual allies.Provides ample guidelines for partaking in your own medicine totem by means of a guided meditative journey, and how to honor your totem once found. It illustrates quite concisely Australia's seasonal wheel of the year, introduces its readers to what it means to be a "feral" Australian, while expansively listing the spiritual and symbolic interpretations of over 200 native, domesticated and introduced animals, birds, reptiles and fish. An Australian first and a must have for anyone interested in Earth Wisdom and rudimentary Shamanic Lore.

Bird Signs: Guidance and Wisdom from Our Feathered Friends


G.G. Carbone - 2007
    Bird Signs shows a different and deeper side of our avian friends. The book presents birds as gateways to self-knowledge. According to author G. G. Carbone, birds are symbols that can help us reflect on events, make nurturing decisions, and focus on spiritual growth. Particular birds exemplify characteristics that seekers can find, or search for, in themselves examples include the flamingo s balance and the chickadee s playfulness. Divided into sections of Bird Traits, Bird Wisdom, Broken Wing, Bird Vision, and Bird Lore, the book contains a wealth of cultural and historical facts, along with guided meditations that incorporate chakras, yoga poses, and visualization. The colorful divination deck contains 52 cards that can be used individually or as daily or weekly card spreads."