Magick Matters

07.08.2020

“The Union of Isis and Thoth: Magic and Initiatory Practices of Ancient Egypt’ by Normandi Ellis and Nicki Scully

"The Union of Isis and Thoth: Magic and Initiatory Practices of Ancient Egypt' by Normandi Ellis and Nicki Scully

"Deep within each of us lives a primal memory of a time when the natural world was recognized as divine and our temples were built from sacred materials enlivened through magic. Temples were not places you visited once a week; they were centers of community, divine work, healing, and wisdom, places where Heaven and Earth meet. This union of Heaven and Earth--the sacred temple--is also a union of Thoth and Isis: the Egyptian god of wisdom and the creative cosmic force and the Egyptian goddess of civilizing knowledge. Their relationship established the celestial teachings on Earth, for Thoth taught Isis all the mysteries and magic she knows and Isis acted as Thoth’s instrument to...>>

07.08.2020

“Merlin: Once and Future Wizard” by Elen Sentier (Pagan Portals)

"Merlin: Once and Future Wizard" by Elen Sentier (Pagan Portals)

"Bestselling author Elen Sentier looks at Merlin in history and mythology and considers his continuing relevance for people today. Best known as the wizard from the Arthurian stories, Merlin has been written about for well over 1000 years and is considered to be both a magical and historical figure. Over the centuries many people have had relationships with Merlin and in this book the author brings him to life for us once again in yet another way and from yet another perspective."...>>

07.08.2020

“The Awen Alone: Walking the Path of the Solitary Druid” by Joanna van der Hoeven (Pagan Portals)

"The Awen Alone: Walking the Path of the Solitary Druid" by Joanna van der Hoeven (Pagan Portals)

"Druidry is a wonderful, spiritually fulfilling life path. Through the magic that is Druidry, we build deep and abiding relationships with the natural world around us, and through our connection to the natural environment we walk a path of truth, honour and service. We aim to immerse ourselves in the present moment, in the present environment, in order to share in the blessing that is the cycle of life. Throughout the ages, people have withdrawn from the world in order to connect more fully with it. This book is an introductory guide for those who wish to walk the Druid path alone, for however long a time. It is about exploration and connection with...>>

07.08.2020

“The Crane Bag: A Druid’s Guide to Ritual Tools and Practices” by Joanna van der Hoeven (Pagan Portals)

"The Crane Bag: A Druid's Guide to Ritual Tools and Practices" by Joanna van der Hoeven (Pagan Portals)

"An introduction to the ritual tools and practices found in the Druid tradition. Held deeply within Celtic mythology, the crane bag is both a symbol of sovereignty, as well as an item containing the ritual tools of the Druid. With the proper use, it can further the Druid in working with the tides of nature, finding his or her own place in the environment, living in balance, harmony and peace. In ritual, these tools and practices can guide one to deeper levels of meaning and understanding within the tradition, helping the Druid on his or her journey through life and towards integration with the natural world."...>>

07.08.2020

“Dancing with Nemetona: A Druid’s exploration of sanctuary and sacred space” by Joanna van der Hoeven (Pagan Portals)

"Dancing with Nemetona: A Druid's exploration of sanctuary and sacred space" by Joanna van der Hoeven (Pagan Portals)

"Nemetona is an ancient goddess whose song is heard deep within the earth and also deep within the human soul. She is the Lady of Sanctuary, of Sacred Groves and Sacred Spaces. She is present within the home, within our sacred groves, our rites and in all the spaces that we hold dear to our hearts. She also lies within, allowing us to feel at ease wherever we are in the world through her energy of holding, of transformation. She holds the stillness and quiet of a perfect day; she is the stillness at the end of it, when the blackbird sings to the dusk. She is the energy of sacred space, where we...>>