To transform the world, we must begin with ourselves. What is important in beginning with ourselves is our intention. The intention must be to understand ourselves. It is not to leave it to others to ...
Moving, renovating, or redecorating provides theopportunity to enchant a room. Several chamber spells aregiven here. These are spirit-of-place workings that improvethe energy signatures of rooms in sp...
There are many reasons for performing witchcraft alone: your personal circumstances or the locationof your home may mean that you cannot travel to a group, or you may live in an area where there arefe...
You will need the following items for this spell:ConcentrationCasting Instructions for ‘Advanced Shielding & Grounding’I don’t think shielding should be that difficult. You will need a good imagin...
The overlap of spirituality and identity has received considerable attention in the last several decades and is rooted in muchof Erikson’s work on identity development (Kiesling, Sorell,Montgomery, &a...
Goddess, transcendence, immanence, omnipresence, the void, all and nothing, within and without, the center of theuniverse and the Self. Location/ Direction: Center; up, down and all around. Colou...
Do you suspect that someone may be working magickallyagainst you? Do you fear that you have been cursed?Chances are that you’re mistaken and simply experiencingthe normal vicissitudes of life, but cas...
Legend has it that a werewolf can only be killed by a silverbullet. Do you have a problem that is so menacing, sofearsome, or so dangerous that it has become almost like awerewolf in your life? Have a...
The kitchen is the center of a home, so bespelling it canbenefit the entire family as well as everyone who eats thefood prepared there. This spell is best cast by the personwho will do most of the coo...
The bedrooms of children of any age can be enchanted toenhance their happiness and well-being. This spell can becast for a room where one child sleeps or for a room that isshared by two or more childr...
Preparation for the arrival of a new baby often includesmaking a bedroom ready. This spell can be used wheneverthose preparations include painting or wallpapering theroom that is to be the nursery. It...
Are you out of ideas? Could your creativity use a boost?This spell creates a magickally charged candle that you canburn whenever you need inspiration. It can be cast at anytime but is most powerfully ...
Do you lust for someone who is already taken or absolutelywrong for you? Are you suffering from unrequited love? Isthere someone you need to get over, so that you can moveon with your life? Do you hav...
The place in the home where family and friends usuallygather, such as a living room, family room, or dining room,has a special energy of its own. To enchant such a room isto touch everyone who frequen...
One woe doth tread upon another’s heel,So fast they follow.—WilliamShakespeare, HamletHave you been having a hard time? Are things not goingyour way lately? Do you seem to be thwarted at every t...
Do you have a terrible temper? Does your hotheadednesscreate problems for you? Has anyone suggested that youget anger management training? Do you smash things, havea vicious tongue, or cause harm in s...
This spell is done on a Thursday at the 8th hour after sunrise. Prepare an herbalpowder: 2 tsp lavender, 1 tsp thyme, 1 tsp allspice, 1 tsp coriander seed, & 1 willow leaf,saying to each ingredien...
Everyone has the occasional nightmare, but you can usethis spell if you are afflicted with bad dreams. Nightmarescan be stubborn, so the spell takes three days to complete. Itcan be cast at any time b...
This spell helps to straighten out someone who is allscrewed up. You can cast it for yourself or for someone whohas asked you for magickal help. Be sure to have permissionbefore casting this spell for...
Coexisting with other human beings can be stressful,especially in crowded conditions such as cities and largehouseholds. When we have trouble getting along withpeople, it is often because they overste...
Hecate (pronounced “heh-ka-tay”) is a powerful goddesswhose dominion includes crime scenes, so she is present inplaces where crimes have been committed. When a crime isparticularly unjust or gruesome,...
This spell creates a charm that you can keep near you topromote peace in every aspect of yourself and in every areaof your life. It invokes Obatala, The Old Man of theMountain, an African god who is c...
Learning about Isis is a great way to begin this protectionspell. She is an active, benevolent deity who answers humanprayers. Isis, The Mighty Lady, is also a powerful guardian.Be realistic about you...
Who constitutes your clan? Whose health and well-being isimportant to you? Does your clan only include close familymembers, or does it encompass friends, pets, neighbors,colleagues, distant relatives,...
A bouquet garni is a small bundle of herbs that is added to asoup or stew while it cooks to flavor it and then removed. Amagickal bouquet garni will draw its blessings to everyonewho eats the food it ...
Different witches have different ways of making witch’sbottles for various magickal purposes. This is the type ofbottle that I make, one that attracts positive energies to thehome. Whether you make on...
Is there someone you would like to have back in your life?This spell is different from the others in the chapter becauseit does focus on a particular person. No matter what thecause of an estrangement...
Joy is the state beyond happiness, an exhilarating lightness of-being, total body and mind sensation that takes youbeyond your ordinary self. It may be hard to recall itsometimes, but we have all expe...
Blessing your home helps to protect it and everyone wholives there. It attracts positive energy, such as friends andprosperity, and averts negative energy, such as unwantedvisitors and negative entiti...
Fertility can apply to human beings, plants, animals, ideas,creativity, plans, businesses, and anything else that has theability to grow or reproduce. Whether you call her Danu,Allat, Cybele, Isis, Is...
Abundance is the state of plentitude, of having more thanjust your basic needs fulfilled. Bread may be the staff of life,but abundance spreads some jam on it. Most cultures havehad gods and goddesses ...
When we say that something is “in the air” or “blowing inthe wind,” we mean that it is available or likely to happen.One of the many ways to make a wish is to literally put thewish into the wind.Nearl...
This is a joyful spell, so if you feel moved to dance, chant,whirl, or sing while casting it, by all means please do so. Ifyou are new to magick or to psychic work, or find that yourpsychic abilities ...
Every lake is presided over by a goddess or female naturespirit. It isn’t necessary to know her name in order to callupon her powers, because you can address her by the titleof Lady of the Lake.This s...
Whether your burden is a failed relationship, a difficultchild-hood, a financial loss, a crime, an unrealized dream, orsomething else, you can use this spell to help yourselffinally get over it. The g...
Casting spells in accordance with Moon phases increasestheir potency. To do this you can observe the skies everynight, as our remote ancestors did, or you can get a calendarthat has the Moon phases on...
Below is an example of ritual format. There are of course plenty of otherprocesses; depending on your practice and preferences, you mightperform your spells much differently. 1. Purification of self I...
A magical spell consisting of a single word, which was popular in medieval times to get rid of illness, misfortune or demons. The word is inscribed on an amulet or written out on paper in a magical in...
This spell is ideal to get someone to pay attention to you, draw someone you already know closer to you, or make your lover a better lover. Items needed: A picture of the desired one and some of his o...
Love spell that would make the love ones you desire fall in love with you or u want to repair your lost relationship or attract a lover, this is the kind of spell u need, this is a powerful love spell...
Beauty isn’t in the eye of the beholder, it’s a reflection of our feelings about ourselves. When we dwell on our “defects” (no human body is perfect), we lessen our inward and outward beauty. This rit...
To be used when feeling depressed, out of control of your life, after the breaking of a relationship and at any other time when you feel the need. Take four coins. Wash them just until they’re s...
1) The Purpose for the Spell , I’m sure if you need a Spell , one has already been written , But my personal insight on this , is it is always best to write your own , to tailor it to your own needs ....
There are plenty of spells from various witchcraft traditions that use coins, especially silver coins. Even in Hoodoo and Conjure – which are uniquely American traditions borne of the union of Europea...
Since the beginning of time, men and women have sought each other out, spending endless hours searching for ways to win each other’s favour, only to discover their love is not being reciprocated....
Items needed: One red candle and one white candle, 1 tsp. each of ginseng, jasmine, and lovage, three drops each of rose oil, lavender oil, and violet oil, A small white plate, A piece of parchment pa...
Items needed: One red candle at least 8” long, seven pieces of paper measuring 3” x 1”, one pen, one knife. Write the name of the one you desire on each piece of paper. Fold each piece lengthwise twic...
Items needed: Oil lamp with a gold coloured or brass base, yellow lamp oil, lemon oil, yellow ribbon, yellow glass paint. On the bottom of the lamp, write your friend’s name and your name and draw the...
Items needed:Gold filings or nuggets, A small dish, Sunflower petals, 10 coins. Place the dish in the sunlight. Focus your attention on the dish. Visualize the dish filling with money, cascading over ...
If you feel the one you love is not responding as he or she should, use this spell to get things going. You will need a flat container of finely grained sand. Several hours before you plan to perform ...
You are awake.You feel infinite depths of loneliness and despair.no longer your own, but all of humanity’s.You are now moved by the smallest of things.A word.A sound.A breath.Your heart has cracked op...
If you are drawn to the left-hand path, it could usually be because you’ve had some kind of life experience that has shocked you, or awakened you.” Despite what you may have heard the left...
Earth is going through an initiation at this time. You are going through an initiation because you are part of Earth. You cannot separate yourself from the earth system. Earth is transforming itself. ...
Do not be discouraged, if it seems that your light is not accepted by those about you. The energetic work that you do is as it is. It may not be necessary for anyone to be aware that you are doing thi...
Compassion for Yourself It is a great challenge to find complete and utter compassion for yourself. It is indeed one of the great challenges. A challenge which you offered to yourself as you came into...
There’s so much happening for you. Every thought, feeling, and action you’ve been putting towards your vision, is creating a powerful momentum to manifest itself. It’s all unfolding and in the process...
Ruby is a very powerful shielding stone, with the ability to protect its wearer from negative energies and psychic attack. It was often used in the breastplates and shields of Kings and Knights of old...
Blue Calcite radiates a tranquil vibration. It calms nerves, anxieties, and worries. It’s an excellent stone to use when recovering from something, be it emotional, spiritual, or physical. Blue Calcit...
A yellow-gold, fossilized resin with electrical properties, highly prized since prehistoric times and worn as jewelry to protect against witchcraft, sorcery and poisons. Only the pearl is older than a...
There’s nothing wrong with buying rough or tumbled crystals at a fayre or MBS event, but it’s worth asking whether such crystals have clean energy, as opposed to using sage smudges, moonlight or runni...
Tiger Iron (mugglestone)A combination of Golden Brown Tiger Eye, Hematite, and Red Jasper, exhibits the metaphysical properties of its components as well as its own. The grounding power and circulator...
Large stone structures and groups of standing stones erected in places around the world and believed to have religious or sacred significance or be associated with pagan rites. The term megaliths mean...
Since the power of the Full Moon can be used to boost any type of magic, Herarrival is of major importance when it comes to magical work. It’s so important,in fact, that many practitioners actually pe...
Begin by purifying yourself and the ritual area in whatever fashion is normal foryou. Place the Element symbols in their appropriate Quarters. A white candle tohonor the Lady should be placed on the a...
The Moon is often associated with magic, and its presence seems to influence our lives in subtle and powerful ways. However, there are about twelve times each month when the Moon’s energy appears to b...
The Moon holds a special place in magical practice, offering more than just its visible phases. While there are twelve months in a calendar year, the Moon actually completes thirteen cycles during thi...
The Full Moon is widely regarded as the most potent and versatile phase within the lunar cycle for magical and spiritual practices. While it is a common misconception that the Full Moon’s energy is on...
The Waxing Moon phase, associated with the Light Maiden, marks a time of growth and increasing light in the lunar cycle. This phase starts just after the New Moon and continues until the Moon becomes ...
The Dark or New Moon phase is often discussed among magical practitioners, and opinions about it can vary. This phase marks the shift between the Waning and Waxing parts of the lunar cycle and is surr...
This period belongs to the Dark Maiden and occurs when the Moon shrinks fromfull to dark, but it doesn’t mean that Her power is ebbing. In fact, it’s the perfecttime to perform efforts that require an...
Throughout history, early societies made significant discoveries that improved their survival, such as increasing crop and animal yields. However, the Moon also began to reveal its own mysteries. One ...
But what does any of this have to do with magic? Everything! Even though theMoon is a part of our everyday lives, She’s always been surrounded by a certainamount of mystery. Unlike Her counterpart, th...
Materials.1 white candle.1 small piece of hematite.Nagchampa, sandalwood, or dragon’s blood incense. Begin by lighting the incense and the candle, then pick up the stone and hold it in your dominant h...
The Moon has fascinated people for thousands of years. Its presence in the night sky has inspired wonder, stories, and rituals across many cultures. Because of this long history, the Moon is often see...
Throughout history, objects of great power—especially those whose influence is not fully understood—have often become the focus of superstition. The Moon is a prime example. In fact, more superstition...
Throughout history, the Moon has fascinated people across many cultures. For ancient societies, the Moon was more than just a distant object in the sky—it was seen as a powerful force, closely linked ...
Thelma Lee was a fascinating figure in the world of occultism, known for her association with the infamous Aleister Crowley. Born in 1902 in Stockwell, London, she was the daughter of a wealthy busine...
Thelma Lees is a renowned magician who has been performing for over two decades. She has wowed audiences with her unique blend of illusion, comedy, and storytelling. Her shows are a testament to her s...
Thelma Magic is a term that refers to the art of creating illusions and performing magic tricks using everyday objects. It is a type of close-up magic, which means that it is performed in front of a s...
The Golden Dawn is a secret society that emerged in the late 19th century in England. It was founded by three individuals, William Robert Woodman, William Wynn Westcott and Samuel Liddell MacGregor Ma...
Rosaleen Norton, an Australian artist and occultist, rose to fame in the 1950s due to her daring and provocative art. Born in 1917 in Dunedin, New Zealand, she relocated to Sydney, Australia with her ...
Rebecca Nurse is a prominent figure in the history of the Salem Witch Trials. She was born in 1621 in Great Yarmouth, England, and later immigrated to the Massachusetts Bay Colony with her family in 1...
Malin Matsdotter, a notable figure from 17th-century Sweden, gained infamy through her involvement in a sensational witchcraft trial. Born in 1626 in the quaint village of Västerås, she was the younge...
The Witch of Endor, a mysterious figure from the Old Testament, is renowned for her role in summoning the spirit of the deceased prophet Samuel for King Saul. This intriguing tale is found in th...
Robert Cochrane played a pivotal role in the resurgence of witchcraft in Britain during the 1950s and 60s. Born in 1931 and raised in London, Cochrane practiced traditional witchcraft, which he believ...
Patricia Crowther is a prominent figure in the realm of Wicca and witchcraft. Born in Sheffield, England, in 1927, she began her journey into witchcraft in the late 1950s. She joined the Sheffield Cov...
Elizabeth Cogan Holley Kendall was one of the many victims of the infamous Salem witch trials that took place in Massachusetts in 1692. She was born in 1590 and was executed in 1643, accused of witchc...
The Wheel of the Year is a term used to describe the eight festivals celebrated by many modern Pagans. These festivals mark the changing seasons and the cycles of nature. While the Wheel of the Year i...
Solitary Pagan witches are practitioners of witchcraft who choose to work alone, rather than as part of a coven or group. One of the most important aspects of their practice is the Wheel of the Year, ...
Solitary pagan witches celebrate the solstices as an important part of their spiritual practice. These witches follow a path that is individualistic and self-directed, and they often find solace and c...
A Chaos Witch is a practitioner of witchcraft who embraces chaos magic as their main practice. Chaos magic is a form of magic that emerged in the 20th century and is characterised by its emphasis on p...
Beltane is a traditional Gaelic festival that celebrates the beginning of summer. It is typically celebrated on May 1st and is often associated with fertility, growth, and renewal. Beltane is also a t...
Beltane is a festival that marks the beginning of summer and is celebrated on May 1st in the Northern Hemisphere. The origins of Beltane can be traced back to the ancient Celts who lived in what is no...
Beltane is a significant festival celebrated by Pagans around the world. It is a time of fertility, fire, and new beginnings. While many Pagans celebrate Beltane in groups, there are also those who ch...
Witches Sun Magick is an ancient practice dating back to prehistoric times. It is a form of magick that is performed during the daytime, specifically when the sun is at its peak. This type of magick i...
Witches Sun Magick is a form of magick that is performed during the daytime hours when the sun is shining. It is a type of solar magick that is associated with the masculine energy of the sun. This ma...
Witches Sun Magick is a practice that involves harnessing the energy of the sun to cast spells. The sun is a powerful source of energy that can be used to manifest positive changes in one’s life...
The Sun Tarot: Simple Meaning, Symbols, and How to Read It. The Sun card is one of the most popular cards in the whole tarot deck. People usually think of it as a really good sign—like happiness, succ...
Solitary pagan moon magick is a spiritual practice that involves working with the cycles of the moon to harness its energy and power. This practice is often performed by pagans who prefer to work alon...
Solitary Pagan Rituals are a form of spiritual practice that involve performing rituals alone, rather than in a group or coven setting. These rituals can be performed in a variety of settings, from a ...
Solitary Paganism is a spiritual path that is often misunderstood and misrepresented. It is a form of Paganism that does not involve group rituals or the worship of a specific deity. Instead, it is a ...
The full moon has been associated with magic and witches for millennia. The ancient Roman writer, Horace, made a reference to a witch drawing the moon down out of the sky.Horace (Epode 17)—says the Wi...
The Moon has been deeply respected by cultures throughout history. This respect is largely due to the Moon’s clear and direct connection to natural cycles, especially its strong influence on the world...
The 13th Moon, or “Blue” Moon can occur at any time during the year. A Moon is called Blue only when it is the second full Moon to take place that month (moon-th). The second New Moon in a month is kn...
Throughout history, the Moon has played an important role in both practical and spiritual life. Unlike the Sun, which looks the same every day, the Moon changes shape in a regular cycle. It grows from...
The Moon, Earth’s closest celestial neighbor, has long captured the curiosity and wonder of people around the world. Thanks to modern science, much is now known about the Moon: it sits about 384,400 k...
Lunar magic is considered one of the oldest and most accessible forms of witchcraft. It is based on observing the moon’s cycles and understanding their influence on the natural world. The concept “As ...
Monday is traditionally associated with the Moon, which is linked to intuition, emotions, and the subconscious. Because of this, Monday is often considered a good day for magickal practices that focus...
Moon magick is an important part of many witchcraft traditions. It involves using the unique energy of each lunar phase to support different intentions and rituals. By working in harmony with the moon...
Banishing magick is a method used to help remove unwanted energies, influences, or obstacles from your life. This type of ritual can be helpful for easing pain, illness, or barriers to your personal w...
Drawing Down the Moon is a respected ritual in many goddess-centered spiritual paths, especially in modern witchcraft. The main goal is to welcome lunar energy and divine wisdom, which can support spi...
The full moon is recognized in many magical traditions as a time of strong energy and spiritual importance. By checking a Moon diary or a lunar calendar, you can find out exactly when the full moon wi...
At its most basic definition, sigil magick is described as symbolic drawing. The word ‘sigil’ derives from the latin word ‘sigillum’ meaning seal. It is a drawing or symbol that has a special meaning ...
It was believed by the ancient Greeks and Romans that Witches had the power to draw down the moon from the sky. This assumption is not without reason. Should a witch be seen invoking the Goddess benea...
On an altar let there be a phial of anointing oil, a chalice of water, a salver of salt, burning incense, three lighted candles, a rock or crystal, some flowers, a wand and or athame, a sistrum, bread...
Prepare Your Altar ● Candles may be blue-white-orange or green-white-red● Incense may be bay, sandalwood, or frankincense● Have spellwork materials ready on altar Rite ● Sweep circle area, say “I swee...
The full moon has long been regarded as a time of heightened energy, illumination, and spiritual power. Many traditions believe that the full moon’s light can be harnessed to bring clarity, completion...
The Moon has always played a central role in witchcraft. It is seen not only as a symbol of the divine feminine, but also as a significant influence on the timing and nature of magical practices. Each...
The lunar cycle, which runs from one new moon to the next, lasts about 29.5 days. This period is not always the same, because the Moon’s orbit around Earth is slightly elliptical and irregular. As a r...
Many forms of witchcraft use the phases of the Moon as a guide for practice. The Moon completes a cycle in about 29.5 days, moving through eight main phases. For most practical purposes, three phases ...
The waxing moon is the period between the new moon and the full moon. During this time, the moon appears to grow larger in the sky. Many witches and spiritual practitioners value this phase for its as...
The Moon’s phases have long been observed to influence the natural world and human experience in subtle yet meaningful ways. As the Moon transitions from new to full, its growing light is often associ...
The Queen of Pentacles blends the practical, grounded energy of the Pentacles suit with the caring, nurturing qualities of a Queen. Imagine visiting her—she’d greet you with a big smile and say, “Come...
The Witches Pentacle is a powerful symbol in Witchcraft, representing our connection to the Universe. The pentagram, a five-pointed star, is an ancient image found in both Eastern and Western philosop...
This is a quick reference guide for the Major Arcana, the main 22 cards of the Tarot FOOL – innocence, looking before leaping, foolishness MAGICIAN – knowledge, skill, magic HIGH PRIESTESS – mystery, ...
These days, there are so many different tarot decks out there. You’ll also find Oracle cards, which are fantastic for personal readings. Each deck comes with a guidebook that explains the meanings, so...
Tarot cards can reveal a lot, especially with a simple three-card spread. (short pause) This spread is easy to use and can answer many different questions. You can lay the cards in a line, or cross tw...
The Ace of Swords is all about strength and the power to get things done. It’s a card of action. If it’s reversed, though, things might be more complicated than they seem, so be careful. The King of S...
These are the 22 most important cards in the tarot deck. Each one represents a key lesson or stage in life. Let’s go through them, one by one. 0 – The Fool: This card stands for innocence, excitement,...
The first suit is Wands. Sometimes they’re called Rods. Wands are all about energy, creativity, and new beginnings. (short pause) Let’s break down what each card in the suit means, starting with...
When you’re reading for someone else, trust your gut feelings. Try to stay relaxed and open—good communication is key. The cards you pull usually reflect what’s happening right now, in the...
Celts used the cross-quarter days to mark the change of the seasons and their midpoints rather than the Solstices & the Equinoxes. The ancient Celts divided the year into two main seasons. Winter ...
Supplies Needed As Follows: 1.Small piece of Rose Quartz. 2.Frankincense(Incense). 3.Small size bowl(Glass works best). 4.Sage(Smudge Stick). 5.Wand 6.White candle. 7.olive oil 8.Matches(Lighter). 9.C...
Such a ritual could be used, for example, to boost employment in a town that has become an urban wasteland. Set four floor candles in the elemental colours in the four main compass points of what will...
Known most often by its Cornish name of “Houzle”, the coming together of white bread and red wine or dark ale is seen as honoring the blood and bone of the Ancestors. This is a complex piece of symbol...
Preparation for ritual is important. It is suggested that you should try to slow your activities down in the hours before a formal ceremony, eat only a light meal and turn off all phones, faxes ...
A handfasting is a wedding or betrothal ceremony, and to be handfasted is equivalent to being married or betrothed. Before we get into the details, let’s back up a bit and have a quick history lesson....
This ritual can be used when, for example, a colleague, family member or friend is intruding in your life, but you do not want to hurt their feelings. It can be very successful if you have received on...
Because it can be dangerous to look directly at the Sun, catch your sunlight close to noon in a large crystal or in water in a brass dish. As before, ‘inhale’ the sunlight via the crystal or water wit...
The following ritual can be carried out anywhere at all, as direction is not important. It is most powerful when performed standing beneath a tree that perhaps has stood for hundreds of years. If sunl...
Associated with our most powerful planetary influence, the Sun, which rules over things such as individuality, creativity, vitality, will power, and optimism, Sunday is the perfect day to celebrate wh...
In Vodun, charms or talismans kept for good luck or to ward off evil. The original gris-gris were probably dolls or images of the gods, but most gris-gris today are small cloth bags filled with herbs,...
Wild crafting, as we practice and promote it, is making a commitment to deepen your connection to the natural landscape and take responsibility for its regeneration. It is learning about the plants ar...
Time: For three days from sunset on or around 20 December (20 June in the southern hemisphere) Focus: Rebirth, the return of light, the triumph of life over death, spiritual awakening, light in the mi...
Anger– alyssum Animal Magic – cloth of gold Anti-Theft – Garlic, Juniper, Arthritis – buckeye Astral Projection – belladonna, Dittany of Crete Awareness – anise Balance – Holly, pine Banishing – black...
This zesty scented herb is actually part of the mint family and is said to promote a feeling of calm. Like lavender and chamomile, lemon balm is also said to encourage restful sleep and is a powerful ...
Many herbs will grow well in pots on sunny windowsills, in window boxes, hanging baskets and in tubs or barrels in a sun room or on a balcony. There should even be enough space on one large, south-fac...
Other Names Albahaca, St. Joseph’s Wort, Sweet Basil General Information Basil is a member of the mint family with a characteristic square, hairy stem, labiate flowers and opposite leaves. It has...
Capsules Use all natural gelatin capsules when using powdered herbs. Many herbs have a bitter taste, this often is the medicinal value in the herb, but makes teas unpleasant. Capsules can be used to t...
VITAMIN A ~ Alfalfa, Burdock, Cayenne, Dandelion, Garlic, Kelp, Marshmallow, Papaya, Parsley, Raspberry, Red clover, Saffron, Watercress, Yellow dock THIAMINE B1 ~ Cayenne, Dandelion, Fenugreek, Kelp,...
Herbs can be mixed and combined to produce a “recipe” that’s just right for each of us. Since the Sun sign you were born under has such an amazing influence on your health and well-being, using the he...
Thyme has a powerful ability to kill off bacteria, viruses, and should be taken at first signs of a cold or illness. It is a rich source of several essential vitamins,such as vitamins A, E, C, K, B co...
Use this spell to protect your property or a loved oneyou may feel is in danger.Items needed. One black candle, one small stone froma cemetery, black cloth pouch filled with a pinch ofeach of the foll...
Basil has been called “the Witches Herb” for centuries. Basil has been used for exorcism, protection, in “flying ointments”, and love potions. “Where Basil grows, no evil goes!” and “Where Basil is, n...
Four Methods of Drying Plants and Herbs Plants and herbs dried in a controlled heat environment are generally superior to ones dried in the sun with reference to their flavor, color, and nutrition. An...
Folk Names: Chanvre, Gallowgrass, Ganeb, Ganja, Grass, Hanf, Kif, Marijuana, Neckweede, Tekrouri, Weed Gender: Feminine Planet: Saturn Element: Water Powers: Healing, Love, Visions, Meditation Magical...
As well as magical sachets, you can make herbs into infusions. Add one level teaspoon (5 ml) of coarsely chopped dried herbs or two level teaspoons (10 ml) of freshly chopped leaves or flowers to a cu...
All herbs and plants are magic: they are the pure embodiments of the Earth’s spirit, sustaining themselves with sunlight, vibration, water, and stardust (minerals). Herbs and plants feed us, nourish u...
How does herbal magick work, anyway? A sachet of leaves tucked under a pillow, a handful of berries strewn across a doorway: Herbal charms and remedies are one of the most familiar forms of magick. He...
French tarragon is the variety generally considered best for the kitchen. Russian tarragon can be grown from seed but is much weaker in flavour when compared to the French variety. It seems to be one ...
Herbs by themselves have little magickal power. In order to practice powerful witchcraft using herbs, the herbs must be infused with power. This is advanced magick and requires the ability to invoke/e...
NETTLE (Urtica Dioica); Plant Family: (Hamamelids) Parts Used: Leaves, buds, rhizomes and roots. Collection season: early spring for leaves and buds until they flower, seeds and roots in autumn. Soil ...
(Commiphora myrrha) P Ub Folk Names: Gum Myrrh Tree, Karan, Mirra Balsom Odendron Gender: Feminine Planet: Moon Element: Water Deities: Isis, Adonis, Ra, Marian Powers: Protection, Exorcism, Healing, ...
How does it work? When people discover I’m a magical herbalist, this is one of two questions asked. The other usually refers to my state of mental health. Nonetheless, the first question is a valid on...
Herbs provide us with an abundance of medicinal, as well as magickal substances. Most herbs are easily grown and cared for because in reality, they are weeds. Herbs will grow in the shade, in between ...
This spell is intended to add extra protection to you personally, not your home like the two spells above. The exact amounts of the herbs are up to you. You need: • Rosemary • Rue • Lavender • Basil (...
Anxiety is a normal response to a stressful situation. It is an emotion that we all experience at some point. It keeps us alert and ready for action as a survival mechanism, allowing us to react quick...
Herbs can be mixed and combined to produce a “recipe” that’s just right for each of us. Since the Sun sign you were born under has such an amazing influence on your health and well-being, using the he...
Meadowsweet is a member of the rose family and can easily be found growing wild along streams and rivers, as well as damp woodlands. It is a high altitude plant that can grow as high as 3,300 feet. It...
Elder, or Sambuccus nigra, is a deciduous shrub found in Europe, North America, and parts of Asia. For generations, people have used both the flowers and berries of the elder plant in traditional herb...
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The following is meant to be a quick guide to common herbs one might find in the home or garden and their usages. This is for general information only. As with all alternative medicines, please consul...
Did you know that your kitchen is filled with tons of amazing spices that are not only excellent for cooking, but are also excellent in spell work? That’s right! Cinnamon does more than make amazing c...
While many witches and other magic-users enjoy wild crafting for the ingredients for their rootwork, elixirs, spells and healing preparations, some herbs are threatened by over collection or loss of h...
Aloe Vera Growing an aloe vera plant in the kitchen will help prevent burns and mishaps while cooking. It will also preven household accidents, and guard against evil. Anise Anise mixed with bay leave...
“EARTH GROWN HERBS, A WITCHES BREW, YOUR ENERGY MAKES MY DREAMS COME TRUE. HEARKEN TO MY DEEP DESIRE AMIDST THE CANDLES RADIANT FIRE HERBS OF LUCK, PROSPERITY, HEED MY CALL AND BRING TO ME FINANCIAL A...
It originates in Europe all over and was well-known to the ancient Celts , Greeks and Romans , who believed it holds the ability to endow those who ate it with courage , hence wine which they carried ...
Folk Names: Beaver Poison, Herb Bennet, Keckies, Kex, Musquash Root, Poison Hemlock, Poison Parsley, Spotted Corobane, Spotted Hemlock, Water Parsley Gender: Feminine Planet: Saturn Element: Water Dei...
Used for nerve disorders for over 2,000 years, St John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum L) is a perennial, with bright yellow flowers, which grow wild in Europe, Asia, and America. A number of studies hav...
Ashwagandha, an ancient medicinal herb, is an evergreen shrub that grows in Asia and Africa. Commonly used for stress, it’s an analgesic that soothes the nervous system from pain response
When studying herbology within witchcraft, it is important to learn about how plants work and the best ways to gather our stores, whether they come from wild plants or plants in our garden. There is m...
The active constituents of plants have only relatively recently been isolated. The active constituents in plants are the chemicals that have a medicinal effect on the body. They have been divided into...
In witchcraft, as in life, it is helpful to remember that no one practices entirely alone. Each person is part of a network of relationships—whether with friends, family, children, partners, parents, ...
In recent years, there has been a significant increase in resources—such as articles, books, and online content—focused on spirituality and the interconnectedness of all living things. These materials...
Just because something is written, it doesn’t mean you have to believe it. So I’d like you to do an experiment for yourself. I’d like you to take one thing you complain about all the time, and I’d lik...
The Hedge Craft – The Middleworld. In witchcraft, the Middleworld refers to the everyday, physical world in which we live. However, for practitioners, this world is not simply ordinary. It is seen as ...
Nature serves as a subtle yet powerful influence, offering us the ability to transform our circumstances at any moment. Engaging with the natural world can help shift our mindset, providing relief fro...
As you begin your journey into witchcraft, it is helpful to understand the roles of your conscious and subconscious minds. These two aspects of your mind work together, but they do not always agree—an...
In Hedge Craft, the Upperworld is an important part of its cosmology. This realm is often seen as a place of inspiration, where immortal beings—sometimes called The Shining Ones—are believed to dwell....
The Hedge – The Lowerworld, also known as Annwn, is a foundational concept in many branches of witchcraft and druidic practice. Annwn, in the Welsh tradition, translates as “in-world” or “the very dee...
In the Hedge Druid’s Craft, the World Tree is a key symbol. It represents how the universe is structured and how all life is connected. The World Tree is more than just a metaphor; it is seen as a liv...
Manifestation, especially in witchcraft and magick, is a process with many layers. At its heart, it means clearly stating what you want, picturing the result, and feeling positive emotions about your ...
In Hedge Druidry, the sun, moon, and stars each play a significant role. The sun’s cycles guide us through the year, marking agricultural festivals, solstices, and equinoxes. The earth’s orbit around ...
In HedgeWitchcraft, totem representations are used as symbolic guides and energetic allies. Many practitioners choose to collect images or small figurines of these totems for their personal altar. The...
The Winter Solstice, also called Yule, is the longest night and the shortest day of the year. For many who practice witchcraft, especially those on a hedgewitch path, this time is an opportunity to re...
Meadowsweet, or Filipendula ulmaria, is a well-regarded herb in both traditional herbalism and witchcraft. Its delicate, creamy-white flowers have been valued for centuries, not only for their appeara...
Beginning your journey into witchcraft is a personal and transformative process. Many people are drawn to this path out of curiosity, a desire for connection, or a wish to understand the mysteries of ...
The hedgewitch path is based on respecting your unique surroundings and personal experiences. Unlike more structured traditions, hedgewitchery invites you to observe and celebrate the cycles of nature...
The Hedge – Hedge Riding The Hedge, also known as Hedge Riding, is an important concept in witchcraft. Historically, witches called “Hedge Riders” worked at the boundary between everyday life and the ...
In witchcraft, and particularly within the Hedgewitch tradition, language holds significant power. Words are not simply sounds; they serve as spells, intentions, and energetic patterns that can influe...
Manifestation, especially in witchcraft and magick, is a process with many layers. At its heart, it means clearly stating what you want, picturing the result, and feeling positive emotions about your ...
Starting Your Day the Hedgewitch Way. To begin your journey into Hedgewitchcraft, it’s beneficial to establish a mindful morning ritual. Start each day by reading a daily affirmation. Today, foc...
The Hedge Craft is a spiritual practice that helps us connect with different realms of existence, including the Upperworld. In Celtic tradition, the World Tree, sometimes called the sacred bile, is se...
In many traditions of Witchcraft, Wicca, and Druidry, boundaries—such as stone circles or hedges—are seen as dividing lines between our world and the Otherworld. It is widely recognized that there are...
The Hedge – The World of the Hedge Craft. The Hedge Druid’s Craft is a practice that draws inspiration from nature. It combines traditional folk customs, history, and mythology with the natural world....
In earlier discussions, the importance of nurturing the mind with the right influences—such as primal language—was highlighted as a way to encourage growth and transformation. However, just as a garde...
The idea that thoughts, words, and actions can shape reality—often called the law of attraction and release—has a long history in both ancient and modern traditions. This concept has been practiced in...
The Hedge Craft – Oak, also known as Quercus robur. Oak, or Quercus robur, belongs to the beech family (Fagaceae). The parts most often used are the bark, leaves, acorns, and galls—sometimes called “o...
This rite can be used to dedicate yourself to The Hedge Witches Craft, to walking between the worlds. If you can, begin your work by standing in or near a hedgerow itself, looking away from civilizati...
When starting out in witchcraft, it is natural to wonder what resources are necessary. Many people believe that practicing magic or following a spiritual path requires spending money on special tools,...
In many spiritual traditions, the word “hedge” describes a path that is not limited to one tradition, group, or strict set of beliefs. Instead, it refers to an independent and flexible approach, where...
Life can be viewed as a fertile patch of ground, ready to nurture personal growth and potential. It may be helpful to reflect on what one wishes to cultivate in this space—such as success, good health...
The Hedgewitch guide is organized into fourteen segments, each called a “night,” as these are typically the times set aside for the rituals. Each day begins in the morning by reading an affirmation an...
The Rite of the Enchanted Woods is a foundational practice for those starting out in witchcraft, especially within the HedgeWitch tradition. This rite is intended to support a connection with the inne...
Dorothy Clutterbuck remains an enigmatic character in the annals of Wicca and witchcraft. She was born in Bengal on January 19, 1880, and later relocated to England, where she enjoyed a prosperous lif...
Aleister Crowley earns a place in witchcraft, not because he was a witch, but because he was not ! This, of course, does not stop Crowley’s name being dragged into every Sunday newspaper’s latest “Exp...
Left to himself, Alex might have ended his foray into witchcraft there and then, but family circumstances forced him into contact with his grandmother almost daily and before long he found himself bec...
Murray, drawing connections to her Egyptology background, began examining documents, and in 1917 she released “Organizations of Witches in Great Britain” in the Folklore Journal. That seemingly mundan...
Renowned American witch doctor, Doctor John, also known as Bayou John and Jean Montaigne, was a free black man who owned slaves in pre-Civil War New Orleans. A towering figure, Doctor John claim...
In 1939 David was born, the sixth and last of Alex’s brothers and sisters, and soon afterward war broke out. Alex, with most of the other children in Manchester, was evacuated to the country to escape...
Margaret Murray was a pioneering Egyptologist, archaeologist, anthropologist, folklorist, and a trailblazing first-wave feminist. She gained lasting fame for her influential books on witchcraft, which...
John George Hohman, a German immigrant to America, authored the well-known magical text, The Long Lost Friend. Details about Hohman’s life are scarce. In 1802, he, his wife Anna Catherine, and t...
When Alex was seventeen he met a girl who was a keen spiritualist. Learning of his interest in the occult she invited him to a meeting. He was curious to see if it had anything in common with witchcra...
Duncan, Helen (1898–1956) was a British Spiritualist whose controversial conviction on dubious witchcraft charges led to the repeal of Britain’s Witchcraft Act of 1736, paving the way for the public p...
Bury St. Edmonds Witches Of the various witch trials of Suffolk, England, conducted in Bury St. Edmonds during the 17th century, two episodes stand out. In 1645, 68 witches went to their deaths on the...
There was nothing about the day to suggest it would change the course of his life and influence him until the day he died. It was grey and cheerless, like many other days in Manchester, and Alex was a...
Irish seer and healer often described as a witch. Most of what is known about Biddy Early has been collected from oral tradition, and many of the stories about her have numerous variations. Nonetheles...
The most controversial and perhaps least understood magician and occultist of his time, Aleister Crowley has been both vilified and idolized. He was a man of both low excesses and high brilliance. He ...
A Jew from Würzburg, Germany, Abraham, or Abramelin, created a body of magical works that for centuries influenced magicians, including Aleister Crowley. An expert on the Kabbalah, Abramelin said he l...
The magical name of Violet Mary Firth, British occultist and author whose books continue to have an impact on modern witchcraft and Paganism. Considered one of the leading occultists of her time, Dion...
English witch and astrologer who moved to America in the 1960s and gained fame by publicizing the renaissance of witchcraft in the Western world. Her trademarks were a cape, loose gowns and a jackdaw ...
Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa von Nettesheim, 1486-1535, German mystic and alchemist. Agrippa of Nettesheim was born of a once-noble family near Cologne and studied both medicine and law there, apparentl...
English Witch, one of the original high priestesses initiated by Gerald B. Gardner. Eleanor “Ray” Bone followed Gardner’s footsteps in the media attention and was sometimes called the Matriarch of Bri...
A paranormal phenomenon whereby a body or object is raised up into the air in defiance of gravity. Levitation has been reported in cases of bewitchment, hauntings and possession; it also is attributed...
Sacred space means different things to different people. So really, the only way I can get around that is to tell you what it means to me. Sacred space is an enclosure we create, if you like, an artif...
Witchcraft is the ability to harness and use the powers of nature and one’s own personal energy in order to create a desired effect in theworld. It is ancient and found the world over, in various form...
A curse that is the product of envy, revenge and anger. In earlier times, people commonly blamed their misfortune on the ill-wishing of others. If two people argued and then one suffered a mishap, bec...
The Brocken, also called the Blocksberg, was the most famous meeting place for witches in Europe. An old-fashioned poet, Matthison, wrote of it with gruesome awe. The horn of Satan grimly sounds; On B...
It is advantageous that you realize just what is accessible through this technique. I have spent many years charting and understanding the concept of thought and the body of the mindscape as a way of ...
Let’s not confuse the word service with the word servitude. You service the forces with which you interrelate. You are in service to life itself. This is our deity, which we consider both our Goddess ...
The term “harm” is perpetrated through either ignorance or intent. Ignorance is a social problem brought about because the flesh we eat is prepackaged and is often not considered flesh; because our fr...
The biological animal and the soul that infuses it has an innate ability to handle its own life and transcend both the internal and the external problems that arise through merely being alive (in this...
Contemplation is a very natural way of focusing and inspiring the mindscape. It is best accessed through an activity (sometimes repetitive) that doesn’t require the mental concentration of reading or ...
Mulengro is the name of an entity that is like an alien barb; one that has become an out-of-control arrow that pierces generation upon generation with its poison. It feeds on its own likeness, and peo...
Know, at all times, why you are doing what you are doing.Know your own motives well.Exercise caution in your undertakings, as each action, each thought, is to be clearly of your own choosing.Each thou...
Green Witchcraft is a term often used interchangeably with the descriptor Hedge Witch. There are certain similarities between the paths but the fundamental core of each path is very different. Where t...
Alister Crowley’s “love under will.” When we consider Wilt. The saying goes love under will. But he says do what thou wilt. Turning will…into a verb. This could possibly be of some great importance. I...
Personal power is a natural growth process that develops as a result of the life you live in the way of the witch. Others will notice you even when you do not desire to be noticed. Therefore, personal...
Witchcraft is the set of beliefs and practices employed by Witches in ritual and spellwork. Often, magical work is incorporated into the Shabbat and Esbat celebrations observed by covens and solitary ...
One of the witches’ most important basic beliefs, obviously, is the reality and possibility of magic. This involves the idea that the physical world is only part of reality, the part that we are able ...
Within the corner of a darkened room, a woman sits on a chair and hums a repetitive tune. Her eyes are closed and she rocks back and forth, back and forth, back and forth-seeming to sway in some invis...
Witchcraft is as old as the human race. It dates from the days when, by the flickering light of a clay lamp, a Stone Age artist worked in the silent depths of a cave sanctuary, drawing upon the walls ...
Village witch or healer who provided cures, remedies, charms, spells and divination, usually in exchange for a fee or gift. “Cunning” comes from the Old English term kenning, meaning “wise” or “knowle...
The best-known Biblical text referring to witchcraft is verse 18 in the twenty-second chapter of Exodus, which states: “Thou shalt not suffer a witch to live.” It is printed on the title-page of The D...
The Greek goddess of witchcraft, Hecate, was also the goddess of the crossroads, and animals were sacrificed to her at such locations. It was believed that Hecate appeared at crossroads on clear night...
One of the witches’ most important basic beliefs, obviously, is the reality and possibility of magic. This involves the idea that the physical world is only part of reality, the part that we are able ...
In African tribal traditions, witchcraft is part of the accepted supernatural landscape and is generally something to be feared. Study of African tribal religions illustrates the African ancestry of m...
The ability of witches, sorcerers and other magically empowered persons to transform themselves and other humans at will into animals, birds and insects. In witchcraft trials, people testified that t...
Witchcraft probably originated about 25,000 years ago in the Palaeolithic era. At that time, humankind and nature were seen as inextricably linked. People acknowledged every rock, tree and stream as d...
I respect the solitary witches who blaze your own trails, walk your own paths, and listen to your own gods. It can be a lonely, yet rewarding, life. It is not for the faint of heart. From the solitary...
A lot of traditional witches do not cast a circle at all as this is not traditional witchcraft but some do cast a compass which is not a circle. It is very different. Rituals in Traditional Craft are ...
According to a prophecy by the famous 19th-century cunning man James Murrell, the Essex village of Canewdon, located in England’s “witch country” of East Anglia, would be populated with witches “forev...
Esbat is a regular meeting of a coven of Witches at which religious worship is conducted, business is discussed and magic and healing work is done. The frequency of esbats depends on the coven. Most c...
A curse is a spell intended to bring misfortune, illness, harm or death to a victim. Curses are the most dreaded form of magic, as curses are universal. They are “laid” or “thrown” primarily for reven...
There is a special connection between the spirit and its possessing location, most often the victim’s bedroom or personal place. Anything that can be moved is taken out, such as rugs, lamps, dressers,...
In contemporary Witchcraft, a powerful, magical rite of sexual intercourse that pays homage to the male/female polarity that exists in all things in the universe. The Great Rite expresses the physical...
This name was given to the statue of a mysterious deity alleged to be worshipped by the Knights Templars. The latter, although a powerful and wealthy order of chivalry, came to be distrusted by Church...
In Witchcraft there is no formal priesthood although some witches working in a group or coven will have a High Priestess and High Priests who are leaders of that group. The fact that they are High Pri...
The causing of illness, misfortune, calamity and death by the looks of strangers and by envious looks, amulets and incantations ward the danger off. The evil eye exists around the world, dating ...
From the Autumn Equinox until just after the Wild Hunt rides out around Samhain is the Season of the Witch. People all over the United States seem to know that this is true without...
Magick takes place at what TS Eliot in The Four Quartets called the ‘still point of the turning world’, that moment of timelessness that enables thought to be turned into reality on the material plane...
Hermetica Forty-two sacred books of mystical wisdom attributed to the mythical Hermes Trismegistus, or “thrice great Hermes,” the combined Egyptian and Greek deities of Thoth and Hermes, respectively....
The Theban alphabet otherwise known as the witch’s alphabet or runes of Honorious is believed to have emerged in the medieval period when cabbalistic practices were prominent among European magicians....
The transformation of a human being into a wolf. There are two types of lycanthropy: a mania in which a person imagines himself to be a wolf and exhibits a craving for blood; and the magical-ecstatic ...
A belief during the witch hunts, that the Devil, his demons and witches could transport themselves and others through the air. Flying (also called transvection) was done with the aid of a broom, fork ...
Also referred to as “drawing the quarters” this is a way of acknowledging the four cardinal directions and their Elemental associations, as well as the chosen deities of the coven or solitary Witch. I...
The best-known Biblical text referring to witchcraft is verse 18 in the twenty-second chapter of Exodus, which states: “Thou shalt not suffer a witch to live.” It is printed on the title-page of The D...
This greasy, trance-inducing substance was traditionally made of hallucinogenic (and often fatal) herbs that had been boiled in pig fat and then strained. It was called “green salve” or “witches’ oint...
This ritual was one of fasting to aid concentration, for some particular purpose. It was alleged to have been used by Mabel Brigge, who was executed for witchcraft at York in 1 538. The fast involved ...
Traditional witchcraft is an umbrella term that includes many traditions. Essentially traditional witches are practitioners of forms of witchcraft that pre-date Wicca and new age practices. Some of th...