Magick Matters

“Celtic Myth & Magick: Harness the Power of the Gods & Goddesses” by Edain McCoy

"Tap into the mythic power of the Celtic goddesses, gods, heroes, and heroines to aid your spiritual quests and magickal goals. Human and divine energies complement each other; when joined, they become a potent catalyst for true magick and change. Celtic Myth & Magick describes the energies of over 300 cross-referenced Celtic deities and heroic figures so you can quickly determine which one can best help you in attaining specific goals through magick—such as greater prosperity (Cernunnos), glowing health (Airmid), or a soul partner (Aengus MacOg). This guidebook explains how to use creative Pagan ritual and pathworking to align yourself with the energy of these powerful archetypes. Undertake three magickal quests to the inner plane—where you'll...>>

“A Dictionary of Angels: Including the Fallen Angels” by Gustav Davidson

"Gustav Davidson’s classic text, A Dictionary of Angels: Including the Fallen Angels, is the result of sixteen years of research in Talmudic, Gnostic, Cabalistic, Apocalyptic, Patristic, and legendary texts. The classic reference work on angels is beautifully illustrated and its reissue coincides with the resurgence of belief in angels in the West. This well researched and exquisitely illustrated dictionary is a wonderful collectable for all those who believe in angels, miracles, lore, and faith."...>>

“The Watkins Dictionary of Angels: Over 2,000 Entries on Angels and Angelic Beings” by Julia Cresswell

"What is an angel? Anyone who has ever wondered about the nature of these seraphic beings will find all the answers in this comprehensive dictionary. With 2,000 easy-to-access and cross-referenced entries, all the archangels, cherubim and seraphim are here? From Michael and Satan to the Kaballa's Sandalphon, from ancient Persia's Alkanosts to Islam's Israfil. There's also coverage of angels in folklore, literary and spiritual writings, and television and film. See how an angel like Gabriel can appear in diverse guises in different religions. Discover which ones fell from heaven with Lucifer. Find out about the supposed physical appearance of each angel, its function, and its place in the hierarchy. A must-have for those interested in...>>

“Numerology: A Beginner’s Guide to the Power of Numbers” by Jean Simpson

"Uncover the secrets to your happiness and success! Numerology takes two key pieces of information, specific to you and only you, and opens up captivating pathways of insight and self-awareness into who you are, where you've been and where you're going. With a few easy calculations, you can discover exactly what the Universe has planned for you. In this alluring guide, you'll find: - An exploration of what numerology is and what it can do for you. - A fascinating look at the meaning of your birthday. - Easy lessons for calculating and understanding your Destiny, Soul, and Personality numbers. - Tips for predicting and identifying important years and periods in your...>>

“Conjuring the Buddha: Ritual Manuals in Early Tantric Buddhism” by Jacob P. Dalton

"Ritual manuals are among the most common and most personal forms of Buddhist literature. Since at least the late fifth century, individual practitioners―including monks, nuns, teachers, disciples, and laypeople―have kept texts describing how to perform the daily rites. These manuals represent an intimate counterpart to the canonical sutras and the tantras, speaking to the lived experience of Buddhist practice. Conjuring the Buddha offers a history of early tantric Buddhist ritual through the lens of the Tibetan manuscripts discovered near Dunhuang on the ancient Silk Road. Jacob P. Dalton argues that the spread of ritual manuals offered Buddhists an extracanonical literary form through which to engage with their tradition in new and locally specific ways. He...>>