Magick Matters

“Herbs of the Sun, Moon and Planets” by Steve Andrews (Pagan Portals)

"Pagan Portals - Herbs of the Sun, Moon and Planets combines herbalism with astrology and explains how the ancient herbalists like Culpeper assigned specific herbs to planetary rulers. Various characteristics were used to decide what planet ruled particular herbs. Mars is the God of War and herbs that have this planet as their ruler display aggressive properties and appearance, such as thorns or red berries or sap. Dragon trees have red resin known as Dragon's Blood. The book is divided into sections for each group of herbs. So there are seven divisions for herbs of the Sun, Moon, Mars, Venus, Mercury, Jupiter and Saturn, each containing seven herbs. Herbs of the Sun, Moon and...>>

“Praesidium: A Handbook of Magical Defense and Protection” by Austin Shippey

"“Praesidium" means defense, protection, and aid when translated from Latin, and that is what this book of magic is about. Within Praesidium the reader will find rituals, spells, charms, prayers, and methods which spark the imagination and tap into the power of the mind. These works of magic range from simple to complex, and ancient to modern. They are collected from a variety of pre-existing magical methods, and original material from Austin Shippey's personal grimoire. Praesidium teaches the art of the clay image, the witch bottle, the protective circle, candle spells and protective charms, cleansing, binding, and unique magical charms which you won’t find anywhere else. Includes:-the signs and symptoms of a curse-the energy...>>