Cerridwen
Cerridwen

Author: Kristoffer Hughes

Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide

Published: 2021-03-08

Total Pages: 333

ISBN-13: 073876423X

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An Authentic Guide to the Welsh Magical Bard Tradition The witch goddess Cerridwen is the focus of devotion and reverence amongst witches and Pagans around the world. This book traces Cerridwen's roots through layers of history and myth, and it provides hands-on exercises and visionary rites to help you realize her immeasurable power in your own magical practice. Based on years of intensive research by celebrated Welsh Druid Kristoffer Hughes, this wonderful work shows you how to evoke the magic of ecstatic poetry and song as you join the lineage of magical bards who have explored the secrets of Awen and Cerridwen's cauldron of inspiration. You will also discover first-ever English translations from ancient Welsh manuscripts as well as Kristoffer's powerful approach to contemplative journeying, working with sigils, and creating an altar. With rituals for initiation, affirmation, and clarity, this deeply poetic book explores the transformative energies of the goddess of witches.

Celtic Cauldron
Celtic Cauldron

Author: Nicola McIntosh

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2024-06-11

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 1923009516

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Using the cauldron for ritual, creation and manifestation. The cauldron has always been a symbol of magick and creation and played an integral role in Celtic myth and history. Aptly known as the vessel of manifestation or creation, what we put into it creates something new.Delve into the history of the cauldron and learn the many ways it can be used to help focus your intent to manifest change in your life. This easy-to-follow book contains practical, modern-day recipes and rituals that can become a part of your everyday life, no matter where you live and what culture you come from. Whether you want to create more flow and joy in your space or manifest love and abundance, the book will guide you through every step of the process, using readily available ingredients or substituting herbs and plants that you wish to incorporate to make your ritual more personal.Bringing together her knowledge of Celtic shamanism, crystals and working with plant spirit medicines, Nicola McIntosh teaches you how to create herbal brews, essences, incense, spell bottles, medicine pouches, meals, anointing salves and much more in a variety of cauldrons. The cauldron is symbolic of transformation and Nicola's fresh, modern-day approach successfully brings the old ways into the new.

From the Cauldron Born
From the Cauldron Born

Author: Kristoffer Hughes

Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide

Published: 2012-12-08

Total Pages: 156

ISBN-13: 0738734640

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The tale of Taliesin and the magical cauldron of Cerridwen speaks from the heart of the Celtic Pagan tradition. In From the Cauldron Born, you are invited not only to read the story but to live it. You are invited to resonate with the magic of the witch mother Cerridwen and her cauldron of inspiration. You are invited to become Taliesin, the prophetic spirit with the radiant brow. You are invited to awaken to a lucidity of spirit born from the archetypes of sacred myth. Join Kristoffer Hughes on a yearlong journey of rituals based on one of Wales's most profound legends. With deeply transformative exercises and lyrical wisdom, you will experience beauty and knowledge, imagination and creation as never before. Praise: "If you are captivated by the exploration of Welsh and Celtic myth, Kristoffer Hughes's in-depth, scholarly work belongs on your bookshelf."—Ellen Dugan, author of Seasons of Witchery "In this book, Kris Hughes takes up his Druid's staff and guides us through the winding paths of the tale of Taliesin with insight, learning, and inspiration so that we too may drink the magical brew in the cauldron of Cerridwen and emerge transformed."—Anna Franklin, author of The Sacred Circle Tarot

By Oak, Ash, & Thorn
By Oak, Ash, & Thorn

Author: Deanna J. Conway

Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 324

ISBN-13: 9781567181661

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Take one part of the world''''s oldest spiritual system (shamanism), mix in one part of one of the world''''s most popular spiritual cultures (the Celts), and bring it up to date by blending in modern forms of shamanism. The result is one of the most amazing books you''''ll ever use, D. J. Conway''''s "By Oak, Ash, & Thorn. This book is filled with information that can start you on a lifetime of study, practice, and spirituality. First, you''''ll learn about ancient and modern forms of shamanism. You''''ll discover the secrets of the three shamanic worlds, and how you can travel through these mysterious realms. You''''ll be shown how to communicate and deal with the entities and allies you meet there. You''''ll also learn about the tools that a shaman uses. The thing that makes this book unique is that it comes from the viewpoint of Celtic shamanism, and not some generalized form. As a result, the worlds are specifically Celtic in nature. The tools come from Celtic myth and lore. The fifty entities you meet are named and defined as the Faery Folk and their kin from the Bean sidhe (banshee) to the Will o'''' the Wisp (a faery who appears at night in lonely places carrying a lantern to confuse travellers). Almost fifty more animal allies are listed and described. You will also learn the mysteries of the vision quest and how it applies and can be used by Celtic shamans. Before starting your journey you will take a test to determine your strengths and weaknesses as a potential shaman. Other topics include: - Shamanic Healing - Soul Retrieval - Shape-shifting - Invisibility - Divination with stones, the omen stick and the Ogamalphabet - Pathworking through the three shamanic worlds - Different forms of Celtic magic - Herbs This only begins to hint at everything that you can learn from this book. Get your copy today.

Wicca: A Year and a Day
Wicca: A Year and a Day

Author: Timothy Roderick

Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide

Published: 2013-07-08

Total Pages: 638

ISBN-13: 0738716456

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There are no short-cuts to becoming a Witch. Traditionally, students take a year and a day to prepare for their initiation into the Craft. Based on this age-old custom, Wicca: A Year and a Day is a one-of-a-kind daily guide that introduces Witchcraft over a 366-day cycle. Ideal for solitary students, this intensive study course teaches the core content of Wiccan practice: the tides of time, the wonders of the seasons, the ways of herbs and magic, the mysticism of the Old Ones, and the inner disciplines of seers and sages. Daily lessons include exercises, Wiccan theology and lore, and discussions relating to circle work, magical correspondences, holidays, deities, tools, healing, and divination.

The Wheel of the Year Companion
The Wheel of the Year Companion

Author: Anjou Kiernan

Publisher: Fair Winds Press (MA)

Published: 2024-05-21

Total Pages: 178

ISBN-13: 0760391319

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The Wheel of the Year Companion is a portable guide to all of the sacred holidays and celebrations of the Wiccan calendar with appropriate rituals, spellwork, and practices.

The Witch in Every Woman
The Witch in Every Woman

Author: Laurie Cabot

Publisher: Delta

Published: 2013-12-11

Total Pages: 257

ISBN-13: 0804152241

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Create the life you seek. . . discover a pathway to the powers within. All women possess the primal courage and strength of the Witch. In this breakthrough, life-altering new book, Laurie Cabot brings more than forty years of experience as a spiritual counselor and practicing Witch to cultivate and celebrate the secret, magical side of every woman's nature. Unfolding the wit and wisdom of ancient Celtic tales, as well as many stories of her own making, Laurie shows you how ancient truths can empower you during many of life's dark moments and lead you on a path of success and personal fulfillment. Through story, ritual activity, and spiritual communion, you will learn how to use your instinctual nature to achieve your goals and feel energized, strong, and capable in your daily life. Explore how to: Increase sexuality and bring into your life, and heart, the love you long for Uncover hidden strengths and overcome fear Protect yourself and loved ones from physical harm, deception, or betrayal Retrieve your inborn talent to heal ailments and diagnose disease Unleash creativity Enhance communication skills Sharpen your intuition about others and the world around you Enjoy healthy, productive dreams

The Word
The Word

Author: Camelot Press

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 686

ISBN-13: 0595258085

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THE WORD: Welsh Witchcraft and America By Rhuddlwm Gawr, Taliesin Enion Vawr, & Merridden Gawr. Introduction by Sarah Llewellyn Book Three of The Quest Trilogy Many avid readers have awaited publication of The Word, part three of the Quest Trilogy. This is the most comprehensive book ever published on the practice of Welsh Witchcraft, and is one of the few books that teaches the basic spirituality of the Craft. It discloses why and how Welsh Witchcraft began. It reveals the religious practices and explains the mysteries of the magical rituals. It demonstrates initiation and guides the reader through that ritual as well as the arcane teachings. The Word establishes the claim that Welsh Witchcraft is a remnant of the ancient religion of Hyperborea and Atlantis.

Celtic Mythology
Celtic Mythology

Author: Jason Dodd

Publisher: Rivercat Books LLC

Published: 2024-10-11

Total Pages: 88

ISBN-13:

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CELTIC MYTHOLOGY Embark on an Enchanting Journey with "Celtic Mythology: A Collection of the Best Celtic Myths" Immerse yourself in a world where the divine and the mortal intertwine, where ancient gods shape the destinies of heroes and the land itself whispers secrets of old. "Celtic Mythology: A Collection of the Best Celtic Myths" invites you on a voyage through time, to a realm where magic is as real as the ground underfoot, and where each tale is a thread in the rich tapestry of Celtic tradition. Within the pages of this meticulously curated collection, you will meet the gods and goddesses of the Celtic pantheon, from the mighty Dagda, with his control over life and death, to the Morrígan, who weaves the fate of warriors. Their stories are more than myths; they are the heartbeat of a culture that has captivated the imagination for centuries. But the journey doesn't end with the deities. Legendary heroes like Cú Chulainn and Oisín leap from the pages, their epic quests and moral dilemmas resonating with the trials and triumphs of our own lives. Their stories, steeped in bravery, love, and the quest for wisdom, continue to inspire and captivate, bridging the gap between the ancient and the modern. As you delve deeper, you will traverse the diverse landscapes of Celtic mythology, from the emerald hills of Ireland to the rugged highlands of Scotland, each region offering its own unique tales and traditions. The collection brings to life iconic myths such as "The Children of Lir," "The Cattle Raid of Cooley," and "The Salmon of Knowledge," each chosen for their beauty, significance, and the light they shed on the Celtic soul. Whether you are a lifelong enthusiast of Celtic myths or newly drawn to the allure of ancient stories, this collection promises to enchant, educate, and inspire. Let the magic of "Celtic Mythology: A Collection of the Best Celtic Myths" transport you to another world, where the ancient and the magical are ever-present and the tales of old are alive with possibility.

Magick Potions
Magick Potions

Author: Gerina Dunwich

Publisher: Citadel Press

Published: 2018-11-27

Total Pages: 170

ISBN-13: 0806539542

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Learn how to mix potions, invoke Pagan deities, prepare Tarot meditation brews, use essential oils for healing, and much more . . . Wiccan expert Gerina Dunwich reveals the secrets, history, and art of potioncraft. Today’s modern witch will find magick, legend, and lore, and step-by-step instructions on how to prepare and use potions, teas, infusions, philtres, and oils for nearly every purpose imaginable. Illustrated throughout, this indispensable resource compiles the magickal methods, beliefs, and ethics of contemporary witches and completely addresses their magickal needs. Whether you seek a magick potion for love, riches, healing, divination, exorcism, Tarot work, or enchantment, you will find it, and more, in these pages. If your faith is strong and your magick true, successful results are guaranteed.