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. Foundations for Becoming a Practicing Wiccan Wicca differs from the highly structured religions that most people in the Western world are familiar with. There is no sacred text to follow, teaching you about the religion, and how to live your life to the fullest.Wiccans must take it upon themselves to piece together the many different aspects of this exciting, enchanting religion, and this can seem highly intimidating at first.Wicca for Beginners was created with these people in mind, acting as an entry point for anyone seeking information about the Wicca religion — whether you're just looking to learn more about the fascinating Wiccan way of life, or you want to start practicing Wicca yourself.You will learn all about the history of the religion, the many different beliefs held by Wiccans, and the significant dates and celebrations of the Wiccan calendar. You'll be introduced to the Wiccan deities, discover the Wiccan tools and altar, and learn the difference between a coven and a solitary practitioner.Finally, you will be introduced to the concepts of witchcraft and magic, learn the basics of rituals and spellwork, and will even be shown an example ritual, perfect for beginners.In other words, Wicca for Beginners will teach you everything you need to know to start practicing Wicca, today!So scroll to the top of the page and hit the buy button now, and you can also download my fantastic free gift!Blessed Be.

    Add a little magic to each day and keep pace with the ever-turning Wheel of the Year with this indispensable, on-the-go tool. You'll find fun, fresh ways to celebrate the sacred seasons and enhance your practice—inspiring Sabbat musings (Deborah Blake), tasty Sabbat recipes (Diana Rajchel), Moon rituals (Magenta Griffith), and flowers (Tess Whitehurst). For spellwork, there's astrological information and daily colors. Also included are in-depth articles on play-day magick (Melanie Marquis), automatic writing (Sybil Fogg), relaxation (Elizabeth Barrette), seduction magick (Suzanne Ress), and more.

    Many of us still carry with us superstitions, a belief that a specific action or object can positively influence the outcome of certain events. You might not realize it, but superstitions stem from the underlying properties of the energy that makes up our Universe. This energy is something that ancient civilizations were well aware of, but has seemingly been lost in today's technologically-driven world. For thousands of years, our ancestors believed that the Elements — Earth, Air, Fire, and Water — were the building blocks of the Universe, and their inherent properties and energies could be directed to manifest a particular outcome. In other words, the Elements are an integral component of Witchcraft and Magic, as practiced by some of the most revered members of ancient civilizations.Wicca is a religion that draws from the belief systems of these ancient civilizations, putting it in a modern context. Wiccans have a close relationship with the natural world, the cycles of life, and the magical properties of the Universe — just as our ancestors did. Foundations for Practicing Witchcraft and Magic One intriguing aspect that draws people towards Wicca is the concept of Witchcraft and Magic and the idea that we can positively impact our circumstances. However, Wicca has no sacred text; with no place to learn about the Wiccan religion and its many fascinating components, many people are put off.With no central source, Wiccans are responsible for piecing together different fragments of Wicca for themselves, in order to get a clear picture of what the religion means to them.As one of the more intangible aspects of Wicca, good information relating to Magic and Witchcraft are even more difficult to find. As a result, many Wiccans who wish to start practicing Witchcraft simply do not know where to start and will give up on the idea.Wicca Elemental Magic was created with these readers in mind — suitable for beginners, but equally informative for more seasoned Wicca Witches alike.By learning about the hidden properties of the Elements — the building blocks of the entire Universe — Witches are able to manifest positive changes for themselves and others, as well as fostering a deeper spiritual connection to the natural world. This, in a nutshell, is what magic is. Learn about the Elements, Witchcraft, and Magic Spells You will learn about how ancient civilizations understood the Elements, as well as modern observations of their properties.You'll be introduced to the four Elements and understand their intricate relationships, as well as how they influence your own personality.Finally, you will learn the concepts of Witchcraft and Magic, teaching you how to perform simple Wiccan rituals including setting up your altar, casting the circle, and calling the quarters — there are also a number of simple magic spells and charms for you to perform yourself, with each one using the energies of a particular Element.In other words, Wicca Elemental Magic will give you a deeper understanding of how and why we practice Witchcraft and Magic.

    Discover over three dozen fabulous articles, grouped by element. Organize your life with a convenient calendar section—shaded for easy "flip to" reference—featuring world festivals, holidays, and 2015 sabbats. You'll also find the Moon's sign and phase, plus each day's color and incense to help you maximize the power of your magical work. Published annually for over 20 years

    This accessible guide will show you the path to living the old ways in today's modern world. This year's edition is filled with fascinating and informative essays on a variety of topics, from altars on a budget to planning a Wiccan wedding. Each one is organized by theme: community forum, witchy living, Witchcraft essentials, and magical transformations. Urban Druids Magical Visualization Prosperity Magick and the Goddess Abundantia The Ethical Use of Source Material Embracing the Dark Goddess ...and much more! Also look for our Witches' Calendar and Witches' Datebook, the perfect complements to Llewellyn's Witches' Companion. Included is a sixteen-month calendar and lunar information to fuel your spellwork and rituals.

    Spellcasters of all levels can enhance their daily life with these easy yet powerful bewitchments, recipes, rituals, and meditations.The 365 spells are conveniently cross-referenced by purpose, including love, health, money, protection, home and garden, travel, and communication. Beginners will find advice on the best time, place, and tools for performing each spell. More advanced practitioners will find tips for creating their own spells and enhancing their spellcraft. With space to jot down notes, this unique spellbook can also be used as a Book of Shadows. Planetary influences for each day A glossary of magical terms Pagan holidays and lore Daily color and incense correspondences Moon signs, phases, and void-of-course dataContributors include many emerging and well-known Witches and writers: Elizabeth Barrette, Thuri Calafia, Tess Whitehurst, Blake Octavian Blair, Boudica, Michael Furie, Raven Digitalis, Ember Grant, Susan Pesznecker, Emyme, James Kambos, Natalie Zaman, Estha McNevin, Barbara Ardinger, and Laurel Reufner.

     Perform your own magic so you will never need to buy another spell book again. A comprehensive guide to herbs, crystals, rituals, chants and incantations. Set up an altar in your own personal way. A rundown on the many Gods and Goddesses. Information on every other aspect of Wicca - from birth and death to the significance of full moons. It doesn't matter if you're new to Wicca or have been practising for years; this book, unlike any other on the market, will benefit you in many ways. Uncover all there is to know about being Wiccan, learn about nature and rediscover your place within this beautiful world.

    This moving and powerful deck explores the profoundly healing, protective and soothing energy of Mother Mary. Through this oracle, she brings you her guidance and wisdom and connects you with knowledge of your own spiritual potency and divinity so that you may experience ever greater peace and love on your life journey.Illuminating illustrations capture the true essence of Mother Mary's extraordinary energy while the comprehensive guidebook offers detailed messages for each card as well as practical healing processes and affirmations to help you integrate the teachings of the Holy Mother.Boxed kit (5 x 6 1/4) includes a 44-card deck and a 192-page book.

    She is the symbol of every woman who has ever been or will ever come to be. She comes from a myriad of places and beliefs, her image always changing, but her presence always there. In this collection of fourteen beautifully written stories and three lovely original artworks, the Goddess rises in many unique forms to remind the world of the strength and beauty that is woman and the connection she has with all things. ****All proceeds from the Rise of the Goddess anthology will go to benefit the Elliott Public Library****

    As you attune yourself with the seasons of the Earth, you’ll begin to experience her magic in meaningful and satisfying ways. Wiccan & Pagan Holidays is a quick reference guide to the 21 Wiccan Sabbats and Esbats that make up the Wheel of the Year. You'll find holiday folklore, activity suggestions and even recipes for your Wiccan celebrations! The author is Kardia Zoe, co-founder of one of the oldest and largest information sites for Wicca and Witchcraft on the Internet. The website averages over 2,000 unique visitors per day and she has been providing these guests with guidance since 1997. This book will provide you with a clear, accurate understanding of the traditional beliefs and practices so you can move forward with confidence on an amazing journey into the enchanted world of Wicca. NOTE: The information in this book draws from the popular Living Wicca Today e-course, Sabbat articles Kardia has written over the past ten years for the Inner Circle newsletters and helpful Pagan holiday material from her website. Enjoy!

    Tracing the development of Pagan and Wiccan ideas about gender and sexuality, authority and tradition, we can see that the Craft has evolved since the 1950s, and will continue to develop in the future.The author examines different ideas in relation to initiatory Wicca, such as eco-spirituality, science, truth, the sacred, sexuality, consent culture, tradition, and magic, and how these concepts can be explored as part of a liberal religious tradition and training as a priestess or priest in Wicca. Each chapter offers further reading, a meditation or visualisation, and practical ideas for rituals and discussions. By examining the origins and relevance of Wiccan concepts, the reader is challenged to explore their own views and how they express their own spirituality.Although the aim of this book is to act as a guide to existing initiatory covens who want to make their practice more inclusive, its scope is much broader as it deals with wide-ranging issues including group dynamics, coven leadership, ritual, ethics, and Wiccan theology and practice. It is sure to appeal to Pagans, Magicians, Druids and Witches, of all persuasions and views.

    Weaving the phases of the moon and the Pagan holidays into each suit, this exquisite deck offers knowledge of a material, emotional, and spiritual nature, whispering sagely into the ear of all who will listen.Card edges feature a beautiful silver foil finish.The companion booklets for most Lo Scarabeo decks are in five languages: English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German.

    Poison Pen Letters to Myself chronicles a very personal journey through the years overcoming severe bouts of depression and consequently creating a more holistic and spiritual lifestyle. The chapters Red Letters, Return to Sender and Addressee Unknown reveal periods of depression and anxiety; anger and healing; and acceptance and spiritual growth. The words in these pages were not written for mass consumption. They were not artfully crafted for reading aloud in dim rooms to a soundtrack of clicking fingers and Parisian style applause. They were not intended as political statements or a way of reaching other wayward wandering souls. Over the last two decades they were poured, purged, scribbled and spat onto scraps of paper, napkins, backs of hands, into empty pages and blank spaces of other books. At times of sorrow, frustration, confusion, acceptance and joy these words made sense of the minds muddled meanderings. Within these pages you will find heart-breaking, heart-healing honesty that crosses the divide and touches the souls of others.

     Ever since she was a little girl, Caroline knew the Twelve were calling to her--and claiming her. But followers of the Twelve colors were persecuted, and the danger was growing. Still, Caroline felt compelled to take the risk, so she sought and found the secret Temple of the Twelve. As a young novice, Caroline will meet the Twelve colors in human form on the New Moons. One by one, they bring with them a task she must complete, a task that will challenge her to understand and embody the energy of each color. Is Caroline dedicated and brave enough to seek her true path in life and become an empowered priestess? Journey into this magical, metaphysical novel that challenges you right alongside the main character. Follow the Twelve on a self-guided course toward empowerment through color energy, embarking on a fresh spiritual quest that will challenge and strengthen you to become who you were meant to be. --- Praise for TEMPLE OF THE TWELVE: I can see this particular text being everything from a good read in and of itself, to the foundation of a pagan practitioner’s magical path based on colors and correspondences. - Lupa, author of Fang and Fur, Blood and Bone: A Primal Guide to Animal Magic Magickal, beautiful, simply wonderful! - Maggie Shayne, New York Times Bestselling Author The Author transcends all differences between various paths of Pagan spirituality and unifies them all. - Freyja Aswynn, Author of Northern Mysteries & Magick Prose is music to the mind... weaves a whimsical tapestry of warmth and delight. - Silver RavenWolf, Bestselling Author of Teen Witch and Solitary Witch ...told with gentleness and love, this is a colorful story, full of music and reverence for the old ways. A lovely book. - Vila SpiderHawk, author of the Forest Song series I felt such joy and affirmation after I finished reading this book. The lessons within the tale are beautiful and I cannot wait to learn more - Heather Pointsett-Dunbar co-author of the Morrigan's Brood series

    In 1974, a pair of sisters—Arwen and Elanor—calling thems’elves the Elf Queen’s Daughters (EQD) emerged upon the Pagan/Wiccan scene. They wrote fascinating esoteric letters of elven lore and philosophy that, when they really got going, were sent out in groups of three every week. Within months of their first publication, many other kindred joined the sisters and established vortexes around the U.S. (and some outside of the US) where those interested, who had heard the Call, could write to awakened Elves. Among these vortexes was the Elves of the Southern Woodlands in Carbondale, Illinois, established by Zardoa who would, some years later after the sisters ceased writing them, take on the Dharma of creating the elf letters, first in Florida under the name the Sylvan Elves and later in California as the Silver Elves. Silver Flame, his faithful sister-lover companion, soon joined him and they’ve been pursuing the Dharma ever since.

    Inspiring you with a bounty of innovative ideas and recipes, Llewellyn's 2015 Herbal Almanac offers dozens of articles that explore many ways of using herbs, from gardening and cooking, to health and beauty, to herb craft and lore.Cultivate a radiant spirit and a healthy life. Try delicious new recipes. Create healing salves and lotions. This friendly guide features hands-on projects, fresh ideas, and advice for herb enthusiasts of all skill levels. Recipes to heal common ailments Create your own terrariums Tap into the vibrational healing power of herbs Save your seeds and host a plant-share party Make your yard a bee sanctuary Permaculture for herbalists Enhance your culinary creationsPublished annually since 2000

    Whether sweeping the floors or helping with spells, rituals, and crafts, the broom is a more versatile tool than you ever imagined.Join Deborah Blake on a journey through the ages, exploring why broomsticks and witches have always been an inseparable pair. Enjoy broom lore, insights from well-known witchy authors, and instructions for buying or making your own for special occasions. From besoms to broomcorn, The Witch's Broom is the perfect guide for adding a new facet to your magickal practice. Have a nice flight!Praise: [A] clear, lucid, and ethical guide to the art of the broom.--Judika Illes, author of The Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells

    However, as you'll soon discover, this couldn't be further from the truth.You will learn about the Wiccan beliefs, and also how Wiccans practice their faith through magic and rituals! You will learn about 'The Law of Threefold Return', and the ethics of magic that Wiccans use when practicing magic. You'll also learn about the different spells that can be used, including love spells, curses, and hexes.This book will teach you how to adapt the Wiccan lifestyle, and begin practicing Wicca yourself. This includes how to make your own book of shadows, how to create and cast spells, and also how to perform Wiccan rituals.Here Is What You'll Learn About...Wiccan History and BeliefsThe Law of Threefold ReturnWiccan EthicsCurses, Hexes, and Love SpellsHow to Create a Book of ShadowsWiccan RitualsHow to Cast a SpellMuch, Much More!Order your copy of this fantastic book today!

    Casting Spells  The Most Effective Guide on Spell Casting on the Internet today….Normally $19.99, on sale $2.99

    They wrote fascinating esoteric letters of elven lore and philosophy that, when they really got going, were sent out in groups of three every week. Within months of their first publication, many other kindred joined the sisters and established vortexes around the U.S. (and some outside of the US) where those interested, who had heard the Call, could write to awakened Elves. Among these vortexes was the Elves of the Southern Woodlands in Carbondale, Illinois, established by Zardoa who would, some years later after the sisters ceased writing them, take on the Dharma of creating the elf letters, first in Florida under the name the Sylvan Elves and later in California as the Silver Elves. Silver Flame, his faithful sister-lover companion, soon joined him and they've been pursuing the Dharma ever since. This book is the first volume containing the original letters of the EQD -a Frasority of Elves and were contributed by the founders of the EQD, Arwen and Elanor, and the commentaries are written by the Silver Elves. We know you will enjoy reading these magical letters as much as we do and find the path of the Elven Way beautiful and enchanting.

    She pulls back the curtain and lets you in on real secrets. She reveals how the Goddess really has your back and how you can have a loving relationship with the Goddess. Connect with the Gods and feel supported when confronted with grief and tough times. Learn the secrets behind making magick really work for you. Avoid making the big mistakes when doing magick. Enjoy rituals through the whole year.

    Contributions range from original, in-depth, thoroughly documented studies of Tarot history, art, and literature to artists' statements and other primary source documents. Tarot in Culture is both accessible to the Tarot student and of interest to scholars of other fields, including historians and theorists of art, esotericism, literature, the occult, and popular culture and genres.Table of ContentsList of Figures, Tables, and ChartsForeword by Rachel PollackAcknowledgementsIntroduction by Emily E. AugerVolume OnePart I: History and Innovation•"The Double Contribution of Tarot to Popular Culture" by Michael Dummett•"Iconography and Allegory in Fifteenth to Seventeenth-Century Trumps" by Robert Place•"Tarot and Egyptomania" by Helen S. Farley•"The Golden Dawn and Cabbalistic Tarot: Broken Trees of Life and Blood" by June Leavitt•"The Crowley-Harris Thoth Tarot: Collaboration and Innovation" by Richard Kaczynski•"Tarot Guide Books as a Literary Genre: Narratives of Destiny" by Paul Mountfort•"The Heterotopian Tarot as Genre with an Analysis of The William Blake Tarot" by Emily E. Auger•"Tarot on the Threshold: Liminality and Illegitimate Knowledge" by Marcus Katz•"Tarot Timeline 1750 to 1980" by Mary K. GreerVolume Two Part II: Tarot in the Arts•"Tarot as 'Secret Tradition' in T.S. Eliot's The Waste Land: 'These fragments I have shored against my ruins'" by Catherine Waitinas•"The Greater Trumps: Charles Williams and the Metaphysics of Otherness" by Joyce Goggin•The Infinite Grail-Quest of Samuel R. Delany’s Nova: Romance, Science Fiction, and the (Post-) Modern Tarot by Brian Johnson•"Harry Potter and Tarot: Divining the Half-Blood Prince" by Leslie StratynerPart III: The Art of Tarot•"The Tower and the Devil in the Visconti-Sforza Deck: Lost or Absent?" by Helen S. Farley•"Speculations on Cathar Imagery in Tarot" by Christine Parkhurst•"An Iconographic History of the Lovers Card" by Mary K. Greer•"Modern, Antimodern, and Postmodern Feminism in Tarot: Women Living in a House of Cards" by Casey J. Rudkin•"Modern Views of Ancient Goddess in Tarot" by Jeana Jorgensen•"Tenniel Transformed in the Wonderland Tarot" by Emily E. AugerPart IV: Special Topics and Primary Sources•"The Game of Tarot in Provence, 1971–1973 by Christine Parkhurst•"The Facsimile Italian Renaissance Woodcut Tarocchi" by Robert Place•"The William Blake Tarot of the Creative Imagination: Old Symbols for a New Age" by Ed Buryn•"Ancestral Path Tarot, Blue Moon Tarot, and Maat Tarot" by Julie Cuccia-Watts•"Creating the 'Pirate Tarot of the Mystic Bootye'" by Bruce Hersch•"Becoming a Tarot Diviner: From The Esoteric Scene, Cultic Milieu, and Occult Tarot (1992)" by Danny Jorgensen•"The Use of Tarot with Other Folk Arts: Insights from My Journey Across Cultures" by Batya Susan Weinbaum•"Identity and the Creative Process Inspired by Tarot with Poetry by the Poet" by Tabitha Dial•"Using Tarot to Foster Visual and Written Composition: Seeing the Future of Communication" by Casey J. Rudkin•"Reflections on Tarot, Money Exchange Rituals, and Identity Construction in a New Age Bookstore" by Carol S. Matthews

    With so many beautiful and powerful gems to choose from, it can be difficult to know which one is right for your current situation. Golnaz Alibagi makes choosing the correct crystal easy by organizing the gems by benefit, making it simple for you to find the crystals that are right for you. From placing rose quartz in your bath to attract love, to putting tree agate in a flowerpot to help your finances grow, Golnaz suggests easy ways to channel the dynamic energies of crystals Whether you want to wow your boss, meet your soulmate, develop self-confidence, or keep calm in a crisis, The Essential Guide to Crystals will show you how to do all this and more. With chapters covering areas such as home, work, love, and friendship, Golnaz’s easy to follow, practical suggestions will help you to work with crystals to change every aspect of your life for the better.

    From seeds planted in the 1990s, you can trace the development and influences of this magical system, and learn many of the never-before publicly released images, mythologies, teachings, and symbols used within the community. Included is an overview of the core techniques and rituals of the six book Temple of Witchcraft series, along with the deeper philosophies and structures underpinning them. Learn more about the developing culture of the Temple and its work in the physical world, including areas of service in education, military outreach, prison ministry, stewardship, women’s mysteries, queer mysteries, mediation, grief, and healing. An in-depth introduction to the Temple of Witchcraft, or a deepening expansion for those already familiar with the Temple’s teachings and work.Magickally we seek the restoration, sustainment, and evolution of humanity to the Garden of the Gods, the Time before Time. In that effort, our deepening practices partner with the holy races of Angels, Faeries, and Creatures of Flesh and Blood, with the Stars, with Nature, and with the Ancestors and the Mighty Dead, to be at One with the Heart, Mind, and Will of the Divine.

    In The Basics of Chakra Healing in 30 Minutes or Less you will learn: What the Chakras are, with an explanation of the Aura and the seven major Chakras Chakra healing with mediatation Chakra healing with crystals Chakra healing with affirmations Chakra healing with aromatherapy and much more! Whether you choose meditation, crystal therapy, aromatherapy, affirmations or a combination of techniques, when you take steps to heal your Chakras to keep positive energy flowing through your body it can make a huge difference to your life. Take action now. Scroll up and click the 'buy' button at the top of this page and you can read The Basics of Chakra Healing in 30 Minutes or Less on your Kindle device, computer, tablet or smartphone.

     The words of wisdom in this book are written to help the reader build a strong foundation that they can stand on. I embrace myself with love and joy, today I move forward to a glorious life! Uplift a tired spirit with the powerful Wisdoms Workings and Remedies this book has to offer. Be Blessed and Stand tall! Mama Starr