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Book Review-The Forbidden Knowledge of the Book of Enoch: The Watchers, Nephilim, Fallen Angels, and the End of the World by Harold Roth
Book Review The Forbidden Knowledge of the Book of Enoch: The Watchers, Nephilim, Fallen Angels, and the End of the World By Harold Roth Publisher: Weiser Books 203 Page E-Book Release Date: December 2nd, 2024 The Forbidden Knowledge of the Book of Enoch is not a book to take lightly, nor is it one that contains ceremonial magick and western occult influences, thanks to John Dee and Edward Kelly. So what is this book, then? Well, to understand that, we need to go back into history well over 4,000 years ago, and look at the different periods of history within Judaism, which is the religion that the Book of Enoch originates…
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Deck Review-Mini Tarot: Rider Waite Smith by Margot Robert-Winterhalter, Illustrated by Nicolas Galkowski
Deck Review Mini Tarot: Rider Waite Smith By Margot Robert-Winterhalter, Illustrated by Nicolas Galkowski Publisher: Findhorn Press 78 Card Tarot Deck, 103 Page Full-Color Guidebook in a sturdy, magnetically sealed box Release Date: September 24, 2024 Mini Tarot: Rider Waite Smith is a pretty straightforward deck, inspired in artwork and meaning by the tradition Rider-Waite/Smith Tarot deck that has become a staple to Tarot readers, scholars and collectors alike. One of the first decks I picked up was the traditional Rider Waite deck, and at times I still go to that deck for readings. This little deck is actually different in a few important ways: first, the over emphasis on lines…
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Book Review: Druid Wands
Title: Living Wands of the Druids: Harvesting, Crafting, and Casting with Magical Tools Author: Jon G. Hughes Publisher: Destiny Books Release Date: January 29, 2024 Pages: 232 “Living Wands of the Druids” is a detailed guide to making the living wands used in hereditary Welsh Druidism. Author Jon G. Hughes, a fifth-generation Druid, explains the history and lore of wands, then goes on to describe the hermetic properties of various woods and botanicals, harvesting methods, preparation, and use of wands, rods, and staffs in magical work. Wands serve as a spiritual conduit, connecting the practitioner’s intention with the living sap at the core of the wand and channeling it into…
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Deck Review-The Awakening Tarot: An Elemental Approach by Monica Bodirsky
Deck Review The Awakening Tarot: An Elemental Approach By Monica Bodirsky Publisher: Red Feather Mind Body Spirit 78 Card Tarot Deck, 287 Page Full Color Guidebook, in a sturdy, magnetically closed box Release Date: March 28th, 2024 The Awakening Tarot: An Elemental Approach is a strangely beautiful deck that takes Tarot to its wild foundations in nature and daily life. The artwork is a bit macabre and fit for those who like the strange, quirky and different. The difference in artwork, card names and symbolism doesn’t subtract from the readability of the deck, either; instead, I would argue that it adds to it, at least for me, it did. I’ve been…
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Book Review-Seeding Consciousness: Plant Medicine, Ancestral Wisdom and Psychedelic Initiation by Tricia Eastman
Book Review Seeding Consciousness: Plant Medicine, Ancestral Wisdom and Psychedelic Initiation By Tricia Eastman Publisher: Bear & Company 316 Page E-Book Release Date: November 12th, 2024 Seeding Consciousness: Plant Medicine, Ancestral Wisdom and Psychedelic Initiation by Tricia Eastman is the book I wish I had when I started my journey with Psychedelics and Cannabis for expanding consciousness, mysticism and other spiritual pursuits. Not only is Seeding Consciousness a manual of sorts, to reach initiatory experiences with the help of psychedelics such as psilocybin and other psychedelics, but these methods can also be applied to more subtle initiatory plants, such as cannabis, for those looking to start slowly with these experiences. Eastman draws upon a wealth…
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Deck Review-Bonefire Tarot by Gabi Angus-West
Deck Review Bonefire Tarot By Gabi Angus-West Publisher: Schiffer Press 78 Card Tarot Deck, 187 Page Guidebook, in a sturdy box Release Date: November 28th, 2016 Bonefire Tarot has been out for a while now, originally released in late 2016, with a 2nd edition being released in 2023. I’ve seen this deck on bookstore and metaphysical shop shelves time and again throughout the years, but never picked it up. Not because I didn’t like the artwork (which is beautiful), but because it never really “called” to me before. After years of curiosity about this deck, I finally have my hands on one! Bonefire Tarot features artwork based on classical tattoo…
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Book Review-Lazy Witchcraft for Crazy, Sh*tty Days: Easy Spells and Rituals for When You’re Stressed Out, Wiped Out, Or Just Have No More Spoons To Give by Andrea Samayoa
Book Review Lazy Witchcraft for Crazy, Sh*tty Days: Easy Spells and Rituals for When You’re Stressed Out, Wiped Out, Or Just Have No More Spoons To Give By Andrea Samayoa Publisher: Fair Winds Press, an imprint of Quarto Publishing Group 160 Page Full-Color Paperback Release Date: October 15th, 2024 Lazy Witchcraft for Crazy, Sh*tty Days truly is a book that lives up to its’ title; if you feel drained, with little to no energy for a complex ritual, but still could use the magickal boost, this book is for you. Beautifully illustrated in full-color, high-quality paper, this book inspires tranquility, calm and hope through its’ choice of colors (which match each…
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Book Review-Appalachian Folklore Unveiled: Mysterious Happenings of Folk Spirits and Mystic Shades from the Ancient Foothills by Darkness Prevails, with Carman Carrion
Book Review Appalachian Folklore Unveiled: Mysterious Happenings of Folk Spirits and Mystic Shades From the Ancient Foothills By Darkness Prevails, with Carman Carrion Publisher: Wellfleet Press, an imprint of Quarto Publishing Group 207 Page Hardcover Release Date: October 8th, 2024 Appalachian Folklore Unveiled is a fascinating dive into the mythos, folklore and magical views of the Appalachian mountain region. When most think of Appalachia, we think of Virginia, West Virginia, Kentucky and Tennessee; little did I know that the Appalachian mountain range goes clear up the East Coast of the United States! This is truly a wonderful book to read for those interested in folklore, superstition and folk magic. The illustrations…
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Book Review: The Aura + Chakra Healing Companion, by Kat Fowler
The Aura + Chakra Healing Companion: A Beginner’s Guide to Healing and Balancing Your Energy Body by Kat Fowler Publisher: Fair Winds Press (MA) 176 page hardback Release date: June 2024 I’d been looking forward to reviewing this book, and it was well worth the wait. Written for the novice, it is sprinkled with tips and tricks for more advanced readers as well. Starting with an easy Opening Meditation which helps the reader set her intentions for the exercise, the author gently proceeds to explain healing energy and the pathways to it. The chakras are interpreted and explored in simple language and lovely illustrations. You’ll learn how to clean and…
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Book Review: The Mindful Birder’s Journal, by Keith Paluso III
The Mindful Birder’s Journal: Record Your Observations of the Winged World by Keith Paluso III Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group, USA Inc. 160 page hardcover. Release date: April 2, 2024 This slender little volume is extremely portable. It will fit easily into a purse or backpack, right next to any, um, other stashes you might have tucked away in there… That’s a good thing, too, because you’ll want this book with you whenever you go birding. Very user friendly and accessible to those just starting out, it’s chock full of hints and guidelines. The “How to Use This Journal” section begins with “The Ten Minute Rule”, which will help you take…
