Best of
Paganism

2015

Tending Brigid's Flame: Awaken to the Celtic Goddess of Hearth, Temple, and Forge


Lunaea Weatherstone - 2015
    In Tending Brigid's Flame, Lunaea Weatherstone presents the beloved Celtic goddess as a true soul-friend for women today, exploring her legends and lore, attributes and allies, holidays, symbols, and sacred places. Filled with rituals, exercises, and meditations, Tending Brigid's Flame shows how to welcome Brigid into your home and make sacred all the activities of everyday life, from food magic to faery traditions, and from scrying to personal healing. Using the symbolism of fires that burn in hearth, temple, and forge, this breathtaking book sends you on a journey through the transformative power of one of the world's most revered goddesses. With illuminating reflections and real-world inspiration from nineteen wisewoman devotees of Brigid

Sacred Rebel Oracles


Alana Fairchild - 2015
    This oracle deck is filled with striking imagery and beautiful heartfelt guidance to support you in awakening your sacred, rebellious heart. Celebrate and nurture your individuality. Become fully alive and express your authentic truths. Use these cards to gain trust in your own uniqueness and honor your creative power!

Native Spirit Oracle Cards


Denise Linn - 2015
    Created by Denise Linn, an enrolled member of the Cherokee tribe and the bestselling author of the books Quest and Kindling the Native Spirit, this 44-card deck with companion guidebook holds the keys to unlocking a wondrous realm where you'll discover what destiny has in store for you. These oracle cards were birthed at the base of a sacred mountain, and they carry the mystical energy that surrounded their birthing. Each card opens a gateway so that you can powerfully and immediately discern your own unique, secret messages from the Universe.

Brigid: History, Mystery, and Magick of the Celtic Goddess


Courtney Weber - 2015
    Brigid of the spring, her festival Imbolc, oversees fertility of all kinds. Brigid is many things to many people. In this enticing book, Courtney Weber offers up a wide-ranging exposition and celebration of all things Brigid, who is arguably the most popular figure in Celtic mythology and religion. Meet Brigid in her various incarnations—Celtic Pagan Goddess, Christian Saint, and Voudon Loa . Each chapter ends with guided meditations and exercises that help readers tap into Brigid’s healing powers. Inside you’ll find Brigid-focused spells, blessings, recipes, and rituals for love, harmony, protection, and much more.

The Book of The Great Queen


Morpheus Ravenna - 2015
    The intention for the book is to provide a comprehensive and in-depth look at the Morrígan as we know her through textual, historical, and archaeological sources, her role and cult of worship in ancient Celtic religion, and to provide guidance for the modern devotional practitioner drawing on these traditions.

Irish Paganism


Morgan Daimler - 2015
    This short introductory book touches on the basic beliefs and practices of Irish Polytheism as well as other important topics for people interested in practicing the religion using a Reconstructionist methodology or who would just like to know more about it. Explore the cosmology of the ancient Irish and learn how the old mythology and living culture show us the Gods and spirits of Ireland and how to connect to them. Ritual structure is explored, as well as daily practices and holidays, to create a path that brings the old beliefs forward into the modern world.

The Goddess Within


Iva Kenaz - 2015
    At the dawn of her fifteenth spring she meets a faun, a being from a different realm. The two are instantly drawn to each other, but their secret meetings are soon threatened by the arrival of a group of bandits. The threat intensifies when the group’s leader establishes an alliance with evil spirits from the underworld. Berka’s father comes up with an escape plan, but she doesn’t want to leave and so she finds another way to deal with the inevitable peril. Throughout the adventure, Berka also embarks on a road to self-discovery. She learns to embrace the powerful aspects of her divine feminine as well as the inseparable bond to the masculine.The story is inspired by ancient European mythology, pagan philosophy and Sacred Geometry symbolism. The Goddess Within is a stand-alone sequel to Kenaz’s debut novel, The Witch Within.

Everyday Witchcraft: Making Time for Spirit in a Too-Busy World


Deborah Blake - 2015
    Simple, fun, and easy to follow, Everyday Witchcraft shows that, no matter how busy or hectic life is, even small acts can add meaning and depth to your life.This remarkable book is filled with creative ideas and a variety of quick yet significant ways to connect with the rhythms of nature each day, not just on sabbats or the full moon. Make your home into a magickal place, work with the God and Goddess on a regular basis, and discover the magickal power of animals. From five-minute rituals and hibernation vacations to mini daily divinations, you can easily make the wisdom and practice of Witchcraft an enriching part of everyday life.Praise: This is a book that deserves a place on all shelves for it is pertinent not only to the Pagan-inclined but to all who look to better their lives.--Raymond Buckland, author of Buckland's Complete Book of WitchcraftA must-have for any Witch looking to evolve their practice from a mere study of the Craft into a fully fledged lifestyle.--Melanie Marquis, author of A Witch's World of Magick and The Witch's Bag of Tricks

Midsummer: Rituals, Recipes & Lore for Litha


Deborah Blake - 2015
    A well-rounded introduction to Midsummer, this attractive book features rituals, recipes, lore, and correspondences. It includes hands-on information for modern celebrations, spells and divination, recipes and crafts, invocations and prayers, and more!

Wicca Altar and Tools: A Beginner’s Guide to Wiccan Altars, Tools for Spellwork, and Casting the Circle


Lisa Chamberlain - 2015
    But what is it that has made these people turn their back on the formal, structured religions that encompass the majority of the Western world? In our modern, high-pressured world, many of us fail to take notice the sheer beauty of the natural world surrounding us. In many ways, this is a travesty: the world we live in today seems so completely distant from the one our ancestors lived in, a world where humans and nature were at one, their existence intertwined in the natural cycles of life. Wicca is a new way of life, a religion that takes you back to a more simple time, before the invention of the high-tech gadgetry we see all around us. You will learn to live and appreciate the natural world that surrounds you, celebrating the intricate changes in the seasons and everything they bring — from the bounties of the Summer harvest, to the cold and darkness of the Winter months, as Mother Nature rests in preparation for the next explosive cycle of life that Spring brings. Wicca is a re-incarnation of the very earliest religions, long pre-dating Christianity. Wiccans celebrate and share many of the same beliefs that these early people held, and try to embrace their way of life, all while remaining fully-functional in today's modern world. Getting Started as a Wiccan If you’re sold on this new, exciting, peaceful way of life, that’s great! Good to have you onboard. Unfortunately, and despite this commitment, this is where many people get stumped. One of the biggest questions I hear would-be Wiccans ask: “how do I start practicing Wicca?” The truth is, there is no right answer. If you endeavour to learn as much as possible about this religion, follow the core principles (for example, the Threefold Law), and revere the natural world surrounding you, as far as I’m concerned, you’re a Wiccan. If you’re just starting out, I’m sure this vague answer is of little help to you! That’s why I set out to write this mini-series of books, titled Practicing the Craft. In this particular book, you’ll learn everything you need to know about Wicca altars and tools. Wicca Altar and Tools: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide Practicing magic isn’t compulsory for Wiccans, however many people are inevitably attracted to the religion by the potential to positively change their lives for the better. As such, spellwork is one of the most discussed parts of being Wiccan. If you want to start practicing magic, it can help to have a dedicated place for your spellwork – a Wicca altar. There are also numerous “tools” and supplies Wiccans commonly use in their magic. In this book, I’ll be introducing you to them all, as well as explaining what each is for. Don’t worry – you won’t have to rush out and spend your money acquiring all the relevant tools. Most tools are completely optional, so it’s up to you which ones you want or need. Many can be sourced from nature or acquired relatively cheaply, too. We will also be discussing some of the more popular ingredients used in spells, as well as (optional) attire for rituals. Finally, we’ll be taking a look at how you know a particular tool is right for you, as well as preparing the tool for spellwork by removing any negative energies – in a process known as clearing and consecrating.

Nature'S Whispers Oracle Cards


Angela Hartfield - 2015
    Through this vibrant deck, featuring the exquisite artwork of Josephine Wall, nature beckons you to experience a world of profound beauty and timeless wisdom. Re-ignite your connection to the great spirit of Mother Earth and tap into the profound peace, healing and guidance she offers us – if we only take a moment to listen.

Playing With Fire: An Exploration of Loki Laufeyjarson


Dagulf Loptson - 2015
    To some, he is a destructive force to be defeated or restrained. To others, he is an amusing prankster, a friend, and an ally. Love him or hate him, he’s impossible to ignore. But is there more to Loki, or have we only scratched the surface? Playing With Fire is part historical exploration, part heartfelt devotional, written from the perspective of a devotee who has walked with this often misunderstood deity for over two decades. Go deeper with Loki and be surprised. Go all the way, and be transformed.

Llewellyn's 2016 Magical Almanac: Practical Magic for Everyday Living


Llewellyn Publications - 2015
    Filled with practical spells, rituals, and fresh ideas, you'll find new ways to deepen your craft and enhance everyday life. This edition features nearly three dozen compelling articles, grouped by element, on elemental angels, quick sabbat acknowledgements (instead of full rituals), copper energy rods, gem elixers, vision boards to transform energy, bubble magic, the magic of twin souls, photos for magical manifestation, and much more. Also included is a handy calendar section-- shaded for easy "flip to" reference--featuring world festivals, holidays, and 2016 Sabbats. You'll also find astrological info, plus incense and color correspondences, to empower your magical work.

Asfidity and Mad-Stones: A Further Ramble Through Hillfolks' Hoodoo


H. Byron Ballard - 2015
    I've rambled from the bayous of Louisiana to the ruined hills of West Virginia, and from Memphis to Glastonbury in search of stories and materials and ways of doing. There are so many old ideas newly integrated into my personal practice and my teaching - enough to fill a book. And here it is. May you remember well and enjoy this next journey.

The Great Work: Self-Knowledge and Healing Through the Wheel of the Year


Tiffany Lazic - 2015
    Learn to be truly holistic by incorporating key physical, emotional, and energetic practices into your life at times when the natural tides are in harmony with your process.The Great Work captures the core essence of each festival with eight key themes that span the annual cycle—a cycle that reflects human development and experience. Discover how Yule can alleviate a painful childhood, how Beltane can facilitate conscious relationships, and how Mabon can assist with determining your life's purpose. Find guidance through daily journal questions, elemental meditations, and the author's unique energy-healing technique of Hynni. With this invaluable resource for your journey of inner alchemy, you'll develop an intimate connection with the earth's impulse to create balance and harmony.

Asatru: A Native European Spirituality


Stephen A. McNallen - 2015
    

Lifting the Veil: A Witches' Guide to Trance-Prophesy, Drawing Down the Moon, and Ecstatic Ritual


Janet Farrar - 2015
    The book covers the history and modern practice of trance as well as the methods of practice, including ecstatic ritual, drawing down the moon, sex magic, and working with the spirits of the dead. It also explores the Four Keys, which include the importance of understanding mythical cosmology and psychology, understanding the role of energy in trance, the nature of spirits and deity, and understanding what trance is and the techniques involved. Because trance-prophesy is a very subjective process, the book includes descriptions of the personal experiences of others and transcriptions from several independent sessions by modern seers and priestesses.

Brigid’s Mantle: A Celtic Dialogue Between Pagan and Christian


Lilly Weichberger - 2015
    Beneath its shelter, the Earth and its people could find healing, insight, and growth. This legend, shared by both Celtic Pagans and Celtic Christians, makes the point that a mantle is not a box, a small rigid container meant to keep some things inside while excluding others. Instead, a mantle is wide, flexible, inclusive. Using this as their central metaphor, the authors—one a Pagan healer and the other a Christian minister—engage in a dialogue that is ultimately about what it means to be spiritual, to be a person of faith. While the authors agree that very real differences separate Paganism and Christianity, they affirm that shared points of understanding can be found under "Brigid's Mantle." They build on a concept of Celtic spirituality that embraces the arts, Nature, the supernatural world, compassion for those in need, and gender equality. Their dialogue with one another allows us to see the ways in which this rich cultural heritage has deepened the authors' personal spiritual beliefs and practices in ways that are surprisingly similar. Readers—Christian, Pagan, and neither—will find here not only a fascinating example of comparative religion but also a rich source of personal inspiration and insight. With its emphasis on the natural environment, justice, and creativity, Celtic spirituality has much to say to the modern world.

Llewellyn's 2016 Witches' Companion: An Almanac for Contemporary Living


Llewellyn Publications - 2015
    This indispensable guide will keep you one step ahead of the latest witchy trends, Craft practices, and Pagan issues. This year's edition is filled with wry and thought-provoking essays--transitioning to a Pagan lifestyle, lessons in kindness from the grasshopper and the ant, Pagan Standard Time, witchy ways of eating, banishing and polarization, magick spells for kids, recognizing and combating the evil eye, a guide to smudging, creating your own magical moniker, and much more. Also featured is a sixteen-month calendar and lunar information to fuel your spellwork and rituals.

God in Flames, God in Fetters: Loki's Role in the Northern Religions


Stephan Grundy - 2015
    Contemporary Heathenry is divided over how to treat him. Is he a bringer of freedom and enlightenment, or an agent of destruction? Was he ever honored in the old days—and is it a valid Heathen practice to worship him now? Stephan Grundy brings all the resources of modern scholarship to bear on the controversy over Loki's place in modern Heathenry.

Mabon: Rituals, Recipes & Lore for the Autumn Equinox


Diana Rajchel - 2015
    A well-rounded introduction to Mabon, this attractive book features rituals, recipes, lore, and correspondences. It includes hands-on information for modern celebrations, spells and divination, recipes and crafts, invocations and prayers, and more!

Casting Spells and Talking to the Goddess: Improving Your Connection With the Divine


Kardia Zoe - 2015
    Instead, it will help the beginner understand the Universal Laws that ultimately determine whether spells succeed or fail. You’ll receive guidance on how to use herbs, crystals and candles to create spells that enrich your life and improve the world around you. A must-read book for beginners who want to cast spells with confidence and experience the magic of the Universe in a new way! Here's what Part 1 covers: Dealing With the Spell Casting Controversy Why Some Spells Work and Others Don’t Spells That Beginners Need to Avoid The Most Powerful Ingredient in Spells How Magical Tools Enhance Your Results The One Tool You Should Never Be Without Preparing Yourself for Casting Spells Candle Magic Basics Traditional Candle Colors for Spell Casting Working With Crystals & Gemstones Caring for Your Crystals A Brief Guide to Using Crystals & Stones Using Herbs and Plants In Wiccan Ritual A Witches’ Herbal Reference Guide In Talking to the Goddess, you’ll explore how working with the five elements of Earth, Air, Fire, Water and Spirit can improve your ability to communicate with the Divine. These elements are also known as the Earthly Mother’s “messengers”. Communing with them daily can strengthen your body, mind and spirit and draw you closer to the Goddess! You’ll also read about communicating with plants and animals and then explore a few common divination tools and meditation techniques that you can use when you need a little extra guidance. Talking to the Goddess will cover: Connecting With The Goddess Your Body And Mother EARTH Your Health And AIR Your Energy And FIRE Your Emotions And WATER, The Akashic Records and SPIRIT Being One With The Goddess Secret Messages From Plants Messages From Animals The Power Of Intuition Communicating With Divination Tools Crystal Ball Gazing Meditation Walking With The Goddess

The Complete Herbal (Illustrated)


Nicholas Culpeper - 2015
    The Herbs, Plants, &c. are now in the book appropriated to their proper planets. Therefore, First, Consider what planet causeth the disease; that thou mayest find it in my aforesaid Judgment of Diseases. Secondly, Consider what part of the body is afflicted by the disease, and whether it lies in the flesh, or blood, or bones, or ventricles. Thirdly, Consider by what planet the afflicted part of the body is governed: that my Judgment of Diseases will inform you also. Fourthly, You may oppose diseases by Herbs of the planet, opposite to the planet that causes them: as diseases of Jupiter by herbs of Mercury, and the contrary; diseases of the Luminaries by the herbs of Saturn, and the contrary; diseases of Mars by herbs of Venus, and the contrary. Fifthly, There is a way to cure diseases sometimes by Sympathy, and so every planet cures his own disease; as the Sun and Moon by their Herbs cure the Eyes, Saturn the Spleen, Jupiter the liver, Mars the Gall and diseases of choler, and Venus diseases in the instruments of Generation. NICH. CULPEPER.

Celtic Lenormand


Chloë McCracken - 2015
    Three different bird cards represent the triple goddess. In-depth descriptions for each card include keywords, divinatory meanings, suggestions for spell use, timing, spiritual messages, dark and light aspects, and affirmations. The illustrated guidebook also presents interpretations based on the phases of the moon and the Wheel of the Year. It includes card spreads and instructions for several different methods of reading with the Celtic Lenormand deck.

Talking to the Goddess: Improving Your Connection With the Divine (Living Wicca Today Book 4)


Kardia Zoe - 2015
    These elements are also known as the Earthly Mother’s “messengers”. Communing with them daily can strengthen your body, mind and spirit and draw you closer to the Goddess! You’ll also read about communicating with plants and animals and then explore a few common divination tools and meditation techniques that you can use when you need a little extra guidance. This book will introduce you to the basics of: Connecting With The Goddess Your Body And Mother EARTH Your Health And AIR Your Energy And FIRE Your Emotions And WATER, The Akashic Records and SPIRIT Being One With The Goddess Secret Messages From Plants Messages From Animals The Power Of Intuition Communicating With Divination Tools Crystal Ball Gazing Meditation Walking With The Goddess

The Flame in the Cauldron: A Book of Old-Style Witchery


Orion Foxwood - 2015
    Thousands of selfidentified witches, pagans, and magical practitioners embrace the word, but seldom go beyond the practice of the wellaccepted and learned forms of "traditional" witchcraft to explore the path of oldwitchery. Orion Foxwood invites readers to walk on the path of oldstyle witchery, a naturebased practice that is as old as the swamps and as wild as the woods.For the first time, Foxwood reveals some of his own deeply personal rituals and spells directly from his own grimoire of witchery; he highlights the differences (and similarities) between Wicca, "traditional" witchcraft, and old style witchery. By weaving his own path to witchery throughout the book, he gives readers examples of how to identify the way toward this path.There is a revolution among the Pagan and Witchcraft communities, a movement away from prescribed ritual and neopagan practices and a reaching back toward what Foxwood says is in the heart of any true witch: a thundering call deep within their very blood to become a healer, a reckoner, a protector of magical arts, and a guardian of the wild woods.

Trolldom - Spells and Methods of the Norse Folk MagicTradition


Johannes Gårdbäck - 2015
    Now, after extensive research, Johannes Gårdbäck presents the fascinating occult art of Norse trolldom to an English-speaking audience.This detailed account of traditional Scandinavian folk magic offers in-depth historical background, divination methods, and descriptions of practical trolldom, paving the way for the 2014 publication of hundreds of collected trolldom spells for love, money, protection, healing, and cursing.Johannes Gårdbäck is a respected healer, teacher, and spiritual worker of Swedish folk-magic. A practitioner of hoodoo and conjure, he is also a founding member of AIRR, the Association of Independent Readers and Rootworkers. He brings solid, firsthand knowledge of Norse, Scandinavian, and African-American folklore to his international practice. He currently lives in Göteborg, Sweden.The Norse folk magic tradition, called Trolldom, has much in common with the practices of African-American folk magic. This book is a detailed account of traditional Swedish folk magic and offers spells, background, and descriptions of the Trolldom practice."

Sacred Gifts: Reciprocity and the Gods


Kirk S. Thomas - 2015
    Thomas, Archdruid of Ár nDraíocht Féin: A Druid Fellowship (ADF), explores the development of personal relationships with Gods and Spirits. He describes the subtle and complex integration of personal commitment, devotion and reciprocal offerings that begin and sustain with the Gods and Spirits. Sacred Gifts is all about reciprocity (the give and take of life) and how the religions of the ancient world relied upon this gift exchange to even exist. Just as people give to each other in life, so may we give to the Gods and Spirits, expecting blessings in return. The book researches the history of reciprocity across various ancient Pagan cultures and organizes the common nature across them. Sacred Gifts explores this timeless way of looking at our dealings with the Gods mirrors how our own society holds together even today. We give love and aid to our friends and family, and they return the favor. And we can give love and aid to the Spirits so that They can return the favor to us. I give so that you may give. We give so that They may give.

The Essential Guide to Possession, Depossession, and Divine Relationships


Diana L. Paxson - 2015
    Paxson now turns her attention to Trance Possession. Specifically, how to safely and effectively enter and to exit possessory trance. In possessory trance, one voluntarily offers one's body as a vehicle for spirit work. This differs from other forms of trance in that one's "normal" personality is replaced by a personality that is identified by oneself and one's community as a spirit or a god.Here Paxson explores all aspects of trance possession, including:how to prepare for possessory trancehow to enter and exit trance possession safely, and what to do if things get too heavyconnecting with Saints and Spirits, including those found in AfroDiasporic religionsA practical book of particular interest to witches and pagans, each chapter includes two to five exercises that will assist you in your personal experiences with possession.

Samhain: Rituals, Recipes & Lore for Halloween


Diana Rajchel - 2015
    It includes hands-on information for modern celebrations, spells and divination, recipes and crafts, invocations and prayers, and more!Samhain—also known as Halloween—is the final spoke in the wheel of the year. At this time, the harvest has finished and the veil between the worlds is at its thinnest. This guide shows you how to practice the serious work of divination and honoring the dead along with the more light-hearted activities of Halloween.

Gold: Israel Regardie's Lost Book of Alchemy


Israel Regardie - 2015
    Locked away for years before it was made available, and now fully annotated by Chic and Sandra Tabatha Cicero, Gold is the first new book by Regardie published in decades.Analyzing important seventeenth-century alchemical treatises, such as The True Book of the Learned Synesius, Regardie uses the language of Jungian psychology, magnetism, and hypnosis while citing his own unique experiences as a therapist and healer. Learn about spiritual alchemy and the connection between ancient magic and modern-day psychology. Explore the similarities between alchemical theory, Taoist philosophy, yoga, Zen Buddhism, and experiments with the human aura. With illustrations and appendices, including Regardie's original text The Art of True Healing, Gold is a definitive work by a true master.

A Wiccan's Walk In Oz: Perspectives From The Southern Hemisphere


Rebecca Major - 2015
     Living in the Southern Hemisphere as a Wiccan can certainly be confusing. Combined, Caithe Cameron and Rebecca Major have walked the Wiccan walk for over seventy years as Solitary Practitioners. Using their experience and research, they have created a collection to guide and develop your commitment and dedication to the Wiccan walk. Learn about Sacred Space, Circle Casting, Deities, Energetic Realms, Indigenous Australian Pantheons and the magick of Australian animals and plants. You will discover: • What is Wicca and it's history? • Writing your own rede. • How do I design a ritual? • Quarters? Directions? Energies? Help! • Preparation, tools and protection. • Sabbats and Esbats for the Southern Hemisphere. • Moon Magick. With the inclusion of correspondences, activities and sample ceremonies, you will be inspired to explore your magickal abilities and enhance your ritual workings. Caithe Cameron and Rebecca Major are Solitary Practitioners of Wicca. With their respective families, they live in South-East Queensland. This compilation evolved from numerous workshops, discussions and podcasts. In perfect love and perfect trust. Blessed be.

Hoodoo Shrines and Altars: Sacred Spaces in Conjure and Rootwork


Phoenix LeFae - 2015
    

Bringing Race to the Table: Exploring Racism in the Pagan Community


Crystal Blanton - 2015
    Each section of the anthology explores different facets of racism and how the Pagan community respond to it. Section 1: People of Color's experience with Racism shares candid stories of how people of color have experienced racism in both subtle and overt forms, as well as how they have handled it. Section 2 Historical/Mythological Racism focuses on how Racism has shown up in mythological and historical contexts, as well as how it continues to show up in counter cultures. The final section: Being an Ally focuses on sharing suggestions and ideas on how white people can be better allies to people of color and how to be more aware of racism in both the Pagan and mainstream communities. With essays from Xochiquetzal Duti Odinsdottir, T. Thorn Coyle, Crystal Blanton, Clio Ajana, Erick Dupree, Amy Hale, Lilith Dorsey, Lasara Firefox Allen and many others, this anthology explores racism and offers opportunities for us to engage this topic and proactively work to change our communities for the better.

Bronze Age Eleusis and the Origins of the Eleusinian Mysteries


Michael B. Cosmopoulos - 2015
    In antiquity itself and in our memory of antiquity, the Eleusinian Mysteries stand out as the oldest and most venerable mystery cult. Despite the tremendous popularity of the Eleusinian Mysteries, their origins are unknown. Because they are lost in an era without written records, they can only be reconstructed with the help of archaeology. This book provides a much needed synthesis of the archaeology of Eleusis during the Bronze Age and reconstructs the formation and early development of the Eleusinian Mysteries. The discussion of the origins of the Eleusinian Mysteries is complemented with discussions of the theology of Demeter and an update on the state of research in the archaeology of Eleusis from the Bronze Age to the end of antiquity.

Wicca: Another Year and a Day: 366 Days of Magical Practice in the Craft of the Wise


Timothy Roderick - 2015
    In his follow-up to Wicca: A Year and A Day, author Timothy Roderick presents various ways to cultivate your spirituality and become an adept in the Old Ways.

A Beautiful Resistance: Everything We Already Are


Rhyd Wildermuth - 2015
    Thorn Coyle, Nimue Brown, Lia Hunter, Jonathan Woolley, James Lindenschmidt, Lorna Smithers, Finnchuill, Judith O'Grady, Margaret Killjoy, Sean Donahue, Pegi Eyers, Christopher Scott Thompson, Chris Worlow, Lo, Heathen Chinese, P. Sufenas Virius Lupus, Kadmus, Al Cummins, Yvonne Aburrow, Anthony Rella, Niki Whiting, Fjothr Lokakvan, Mandrake, Sajia Sultana, Max Oanad, Virgilio Rivas, Rhyd Wildermuth, Loïs Cordelia, Wespennest, Aaron Shenewolf

Komos: Celebrating Festivals in Contemporary Hellenic Polytheism


Sarah Kate Istra Winter - 2015
    We struggle to maintain an authentic connection to tradition while creating relevant practices which reflect our own relationships to the gods and spirits, as well as to the lands where we live now. Many of us are doing this alone or with only a few other people, unable to achieve the lavish processions, competitions or revels of times past. And yet our desire to honor the gods, explore themes such as purification, fertility and renewal, and mark the sacred progression of the year, remains as strong as ever.Komos first explains the nature of ancient Greek festivals and the reasons they were observed, before moving forward to offer ways in which the same ideas and motivations can be expressed through modern celebrations. Special attention is given to crafting a localized and individualized practice that both fulfills religious obligations and results in personal enjoyment and spiritual connection. The lunar calendar is explained, along with other approaches to timing and selecting dates. All the significant elements of Hellenic festivals are discussed in detail with suggestions for how each can be included today. To educate and inspire the reader in the process of creating a complete festival calendar, many ancient examples are referenced, along with a few compatible modern folk festivals, and accounts of some of the author’s own experiences. Finally, advice is given for navigating issues such as budgetary restrictions, multi-tradition households, and what to do when things go wrong.If you have been wanting to add festivals to your spiritual practice but weren’t sure where to begin, or if you just need some ideas to supplement your existing celebrations, this book can help. May you find within these pages the spark that lights your torches for many festivals to come.

Tarot de Marseille


Mary Packard - 2015
    The earliest manuscripts that describe divinatory meanings for the cards with a system for laying them out in specific configurations date to 1735 and 1790.The Madenie version, included in this kit, is considered to be the standard model when referring to the Tarot de Marseilles. It is also commonly thought to be the most beautiful. The original deck is preserved in the Swiss National Museum of Zurich and is the only complete copy known to exist.The woodcut-style of the images on the cards have been faithfully re-created and the borders of these elegant cards are adorned with gold metallic ink. The cards and the book are housed in a beautiful gift box.

Rites of Anglo-Saxon and Norse Paganism


Eric Wodening - 2015
    In Rites of Anglo-Saxon and Norse Paganism Eric Wodening examines Old English, Old Norse, and Icelandic sources to see how the Anglo-Saxons and Scandinavians of the Viking Age performed various rites, including sacrifices, birth rituals, weddings, and funerals.

From the Roaring Deep: A Devotional in Honor of Poseidon and the Spirits of the Sea


Rebecca Buchanan - 2015
    Amphitrite. Nereus and the Nereids. Triton and Tethys. Iris and the Graeae. Proteus and Styx and Medusa. They are of the sea, and more than the sea. They are the primordial ocean from which life arose, and which continues to sustain the world. They are the saltwater in our blood. They are storm and wind and tide and crashing waves. They are glorious beings of water and salt and light, avengers of injustice and providers of bounty. They are fathers and mothers and lovers. They are wrathful and exuberant, compassionate and wise, quixotic and impulsive and shrewd. They are Powers most worthy of our devotion, our prayers, and our respect. Hail Poseidon and the Spirits of the Sea!

Beltane: Rituals, Recipes & Lore for May Day


Melanie Marquis - 2015
    A well-rounded introduction to Beltane, this attractive book features rituals, recipes, lore, and correspondences. It includes hands-on information for modern celebrations, spells and divination, recipes and crafts, invocations and prayers, and more! In agricultural societies, Beltane marked the start of the summer season. We all have something we want to harvest by the end of the year—plans we are determined to realize. Beltane is the time to put our plans into action, and this book will show you how.

Happy Tarot


Serena Ficca - 2015
    With its bold colors and absolutely fresh art style, this deck makes NOW the perfect moment for exploring your very own spirit of happiness. Featuring a plethora of honest smiles, sunshine, and optimistic characters, Happy Tarot is destined to change your life for the better.The companion booklets for most Lo Scarabeo decks are in five languages: English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German.

The Book of Keltria: Druidism for the 21st Century


Tony Taylor - 2015
    Once central to ancient Celtic culture, the spirits of the Druids periodically return to inspire new generations to find solutions for the spiritual needs of new eras. The Book of Keltria tells the story of a modern branch of Druidism that has evolved to be relevant in the 21st century. Decades of oral and written lessons developed by the key individuals who shaped the Henge, are consolidated into book form for the first time. Derived from material once found only in its correspondence course and workshops, The Book of Keltria includes information on Druid history, Keltrian Druid theology, invocation techniques, and ritualcraft. Also included are chapters on meditation, use of divination, magick, and the history of the Henge. All are presented with the goal of assisting readers in their spiritual evolution through honoring the Ancestors, revering the Spirits of Nature and celebrating the Gods and Goddesses of the ancient Celts.

The Well of Five Streams: Essays on Celtic Paganism


Erynn Laurie - 2015
    Finding this well requires dedication to the pursuit of wisdom. The book you hold contains the fruit of over twenty years of thought and deep exploration by this Celtic polytheist theologian. Much of the included material is out of print or hard to find, but there are also new pieces for long-time readers of Laurie’s work. There are essays on non-Celtic paths, examinations of Gaelic poetic traditions, musings on sacred madness, community, entheogens, the role of gender in Brigidine flamekeeping, and much more.

The Wildwood Way, Spiritual Growth in the Heart of Nature


Cliff Seruntine - 2015
    Author Cliff Seruntine and his family have lived their lives in the wilderness—homesteading, hunting and gathering, farming, and treading lightly on the land while honoring its spirits. Let Cliff's graceful pen lead you to a deeper understanding of Nature's magic as he shows you practical bushcraft skills such as woodland navigation, wild food foraging, tracking, herbalism, camouflage, and much more.The true stories in the book have powerful truths at their heart. In these pages you will read tales of bear and deer, of towering maples and mysterious brooks, of the spiritual forces to be found outdoors. The best way to come to the fullness of Nature's truths is to become a part of the adventure.