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About David Taliesin

My name is David Taliesin. I'm an writer, teacher and retreat leader who explores the connections between Christian and Pagan Spirituality. E-mail me with any personal comments you'd like to share and I will do my best to answer them. You can also contact me through my Facebook page www.facebook.com/davidtaliesinauthor

Protection Magic

Posted on August 14, 2017 by David Taliesin

At Sunday’s Welcoming Circle, we began with a basic list of protection magic and went from there. Here are some of the ideas that were shared: Protection Incense Blends Protection Incense (David Taliesin) 1 part Hyssop 1 part Rosemary Protection … Continue reading →

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Protection Ritual

Posted on August 13, 2017 by David Taliesin

Here is the Protection Ritual we used at tonight’s Welcoming Circle. PROTECTION RITUAL ANOINTING FOR PROTECTION [David Taliesin) 7-9 drops of Hyssop Essential Oil 1/4 cup olive oi May the Divine Presence protect you and keep you safe from all … Continue reading →

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DIY: Feather Sacred Smoke Wand

Posted on July 31, 2017 by David Taliesin

Over the past several months birds have been leaving me the gift of feathers while walking my dog in the park. I took it as a sign and began thinking about making my own feather sacred smoke wand with a … Continue reading →

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Yarrow: Herbe de St. Joseph, Carpenter’s Weed

Posted on May 26, 2017 by David Taliesin

The use of yarrow as a healing herb and magical plant is well documented. It has been utilized by Pagans and Christians alike. The Latin name (Achillea millefolium) is derived from the Greek hero Achilles who, legend has it, carried … Continue reading →

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Self-Care Ritual

Posted on May 22, 2017 by David Taliesin

Here is the ritual I promised to post from Sunday night’s Welcoming Circle. Our discussion topic for the night was self-care. CONNECTING TO THE DIVINE RITUAL ANOINTING WITH OIL—David Taliesin (Protection oil— 7-9 drops of Hyssop Essential Oil, 1/4 cup … Continue reading →

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Spirituality Types

Posted on April 18, 2017 by David Taliesin

We did this test at April’s Welcoming Circle. It helps you to pinpoint your comfort zone with regard to how you see the Divine. It also points you in the direction you need to grow. These material were adapted from … Continue reading →

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Connecting to the Divine Ritual

Posted on April 18, 2017 by David Taliesin

CONNECTING TO THE DIVINE RITUAL CASTING THE CIRCLE—Protection Prayer The Light of the Divine surrounds us The Love of the Divine enfolds us The Power of the Divine protects us The Presence of the Divine watches over us Wherever we … Continue reading →

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Ixtab: Mayan Goddess of Suicide

Posted on March 17, 2017 by David Taliesin

Suicide is a difficult subject to address because it’s so painful. I have lost three friends over the years due to suicide and each death has left its mark upon me. This is further complicated in Christian circles by the … Continue reading →

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Ixchel: Mayan Goddess

Posted on March 11, 2017 by David Taliesin

One of the things I’ve noticed in the Pagan circles I’m a part of is a lack of god/goddess imagery from Central America. Most of what I’m accustomed to seeing is European or a precursor to European Pagan religion such … Continue reading →

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Discernment Ritual

Posted on March 10, 2017 by David Taliesin

We used this closing ritual at last month’s Welcoming Circle. It’s a group ritual but can be adapted for solitary practitioners. The topic for the night was how do we discern our call/vocation, i.e. what we were put on this … Continue reading →

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