Mélusine Draco è una pioniera nelle arti magiche, attingendo alle tradizioni dell'Old Craft britannico. Con oltre due decenni di esperienza come istruttrice magica e spirituale, la sua scrittura e il suo insegnamento sono caratterizzati da un approccio unico che fonde fonti antiche con la ricerca accademica moderna e i risultati archeologici. Le sue opere si immergono nelle profondità della magia egizia, della Qabalah e del sapere magico popolare britannico, offrendo ai lettori una prospettiva nuova sulla saggezza stellare e sulla magia del mondo naturale. Ora residente in Irlanda, l'ampio corpus di lavori di Draco esplora la stregoneria tradizionale con autenticità e profonda comprensione.
The first in a new series under the Pagan Portals banner, which explores the rituals associated with sacred landscapes, and how to recognise the types of magical energy which may be encountered in these environments.
Examines the elusive path to the Mysteries and what any seeker (not necessarily a witch) will be required to understand should they wish to start out on the quest
A simple, Pagan approach to well-being and awareness in the city.
How will we feel if we discover that the Great Mother of contemporary Paganism bears no similarity to the primal Great Goddess of the Old European world?
Sex magic has been an intrinsic part of witchcraft throughout its history. Melusine Draco provides a brief introduction to sex magic with magical exercises at the end of each chapter.
Focusing on the unique connection between witchcraft and the ocean, this book explores the magical potential of the seashore for natural witches. It guides readers on how to engage with oceanic tides and energies, emphasizing the importance of the beach and rocky shores as powerful working areas. The author provides insights on collecting flotsam and jetsam to use as ritual tools, offering a distinctive perspective that blends coastal elements with traditional witchcraft practices. This journey reveals the sea's hidden magic and its relevance to witchcraft.
Possibly the most basic activity in our experience, breathing is also an important magical metaphor ... A breath of spring air is a welcome change from the current situation.
A Witch's Guide to the Woodland with Guided Meditations and Pathworking
Exploring the diverse tree species found in various environments, this book invites readers to deepen their connection with nature. It emphasizes the awe-inspiring beauty and grandeur of trees while providing insights on how to recognize them. Additionally, it offers guidance on harnessing the mystical properties of trees for witchcraft, encouraging a respectful and harmonious relationship between practitioners and the natural world.
Discovers that the urban witch has been around for a long time and has been just as much, if not more, an accepted part of urban society than her country cousins.
An Introduction to the Simple Arte of Domestic Folk Medicine
Reclaiming one of the oldest pagan fire festivals
Exploring the intricate relationship between magic and scent in antiquity, this academic paper highlights how ancient authors often intertwined these concepts. It discusses the dual perception of odors as both magical agents and effects, illustrating how magicians utilized incenses and perfumes in rituals to attract divine favor. The paper draws on spell books from Greco-Roman Egypt to demonstrate the significance of fragrance in magical practices and the way deities communicated their presence through scent.
The book explores the ancient practice of dream incubation, where pilgrims sought divine visions by sleeping in sacred temples. Visitors would journey to these sanctuaries, where priests, skilled in dream interpretation, would care for them. They prepared the pilgrims for sleep using miraculous waters and soothing herbal concoctions, aiming to facilitate oracular dreams. This unique ritual highlights the intersection of spirituality, medicine, and the quest for knowledge in antiquity.
The Temple House, a group of specialists known as 'the Nine,' is dedicated to combating malevolent forces, both human and supernatural, using their extensive knowledge of occultism. Under the guidance of Professors Aliona de Foresta and Robert Sands, they face a new challenge when a reality TV host disturbs a Viking warrior's burial site, unleashing deadly consequences. Their journey intertwines international intrigue with magical practices, as they navigate the dangers that arise from their paranormal investigations.
Exploring the ancient practice of appeasing the gods, this book delves into the origins of pagan worship from the Mesolithic era to the present. It highlights how early tribes marked sacred sites to honor deities during prosperous times and seek forgiveness in hardship. The narrative emphasizes the significance of these 'holy places' as communal gathering spots, reflecting the evolving customs and beliefs surrounding spirituality and the divine across different cultures and eras.
The book explores the fascinating role of crows in Sicilian folklore, where they are seen as creatures with foresight and communicators of human affairs. Their ability to observe from above grants them a unique perspective, leading to their portrayal as messengers of the gods in various cultures. This intriguing connection between crows and human experiences reveals the depth of their significance in folklore and mythology.
Reclaiming one of the oldest and most sacred times of the year
