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27.08.2021

“Dictionary of the Tarot” by Bill Butler (1977 edition)

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"The introduction states: "This book attempts to look at the symbolism of the cards themselves and at the commentaries on the Tarot of a number of writers." This is exactly what it does by taking each card of the Tarot one by one, comparing the various decks currently available and in use and the readings given by standard authorities. Included also are: a short history, a glossary of terms and symbols relating to the Tarot, methods of divination, and a bibliography. The basic decks described are: Marseille, Waite, Crowley, B.O.T.A., Aquarian, and New. The interpretations consulted are: Case, Christian, Crowley, Douglas, Gray, G. Dawn, Grimaund, Huson, Kahn, Kaplan, Knight, Lind, Mathers, Mayananda, Papus,...>>

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27.08.2021

“Return of the Divine Sophia: Healing the Earth through the Lost Wisdom Teachings of Jesus, Isis, and Mary Magdalene” by Tricia McCannon

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"An initiatic journey into the Mysteries of the Goddess and humanity’s return to an age of peace and celestial light • Details the ceremonies and rituals of initiation into the Fellowship of Isis • Reveals the lost teachings of Jesus about the Divine Mother and Father and how the goddess Sophia is connected to Mary Magdalene as the Female Christ • Explores the many archetypes of the Goddess, including Isis, Brigit, and the Black Madonna, and how we can transform into Homo luminous, spiritual beings of light Called through her dreams by the Priestesses of Isis, Tricia McCannon set out on a spiritual journey into the Mysteries of the Goddess. After a fateful encounter with a high initiate...>>

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27.08.2021

“Precious Apothecary: A Catholic Grimoire” by Jose Leitao

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"A Catholic Grimoire compiled from the writings of Ângelo Sequeira, for the acquisition and sustenance of Grace, the Blessing of the Virgin, the succour of her Divine Son our Lord, and the patronage of one hundred and twenty Saints. English translation by José Leitão. Precious Apothecary is a translation of Botica Preciosa, a Catholic Grimoire compiled by Ângelo de Sequeira Ribeiro do Prado (1707-1776) who was perhaps the most important Brazilian missionary in history. The Botica Preciosa (1754) was his first book and is a collection of prayers, devotions and exercises to the Lady of the Rock and 120 other Saints. Suffused with the author's missionary purpose, the book also contains the consecrations and blessings...>>

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27.08.2021

“Varieties of Melancholy : A Hopeful Guide to Our Sombre Moods” by The School of Life

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"This is a book that celebrates the most neglected but valuable emotion we can feel: melancholy. Melancholy isn’t depression, rage or bitterness; it’s a serene, wise and kindly response to the difficulties of being alive. It steers a midway course between despair on the one hand and naïve optimism on the other. But melancholy is a well-kept secret. Those who feel the pull of melancholy moods tend to stay quiet. We don’t often hear melancholy being celebrated or accorded the respect that it deserves. It languishes unexplored in a hyper competitive, noisy, frantic age. This book carefully collects and interprets a selection of the most universally recognisable melancholy states of mind, rendering us less confused by...>>

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27.08.2021

“Trollrún: A Discourse on Trolldom and Runes in the Northern Tradition” by Nicholaj de Mattos Frisvold

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"In TROLLRÚN: A Discourse on Trolldom and Runes in the Northern Tradition, Nicholaj de Mattos Frisvold opens the door to landscapes little known outside of Scandinavia. These landscapes are populated by mythical beings and land spirits which offer a quite different approach to the Northern Tradition than what is usual. Here the Aesir have taken a backseat in favour of discussions on the wider tapestry of Northern wisdom, such as trolldom, seidr and the legacy left by the Black Books of magic under the larger theme of 'What the Trolls Told', comprising the first part of TROLLRÚN. This is followed by a presentation of the Elder runes, runology, and rune magic, all rooted in...>>

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