Category Archives: Magic

Coronavirus: Building Strength, Protection & Community Ritual

Posted on March 8, 2020 by

Here is the ritual from tonight’s Welcoming Circle: STRENGTH, PROTECTION AND COMMUNITY RITUAL PROTECTION OIL (David Taliesin) 1/4 cup olive oil 4 drops rosemary 3 drops frankincense May the powers of Earth, Air, Fire, and Water Protect you and give … Continue reading →

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Brigid Discernment Ritual

Posted on February 9, 2020 by

We used this closing ritual at tonight’s Welcoming Circle. It’s a group ritual but can be adapted for solitary practitioners. Images are from the Builders of the Adytum Tarot. Here is the Brigid handout I gave to those who attended. … Continue reading →

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Ancient Christian Magic

Posted on January 1, 2020 by

In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, wise men (Gk. MAGOS, meaning “magicians”) from the East came to Jerusalem, asking, “Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For … Continue reading →

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The Magi’s Blessing: Chalking the Door

Posted on December 31, 2019 by

I came across a wonderful tradition which I will have to research further to learn a little more about it’s origins. According to Pagan Christmas, “Even today, priests go from house to house in the Black Forest on January 6, … Continue reading →

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The Power Within

Posted on November 6, 2019 by

“Everything you need to know, you already know. It’s all inside of you. Centuries of knowledge reside within your cells. Never forget that.”–Augusten Burroughs, Toil and Trouble I’m currently reading this delightful book regarding Burrough’s witchy gifts. Interesting read, indeed. … Continue reading →

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Ancestor Ritual

Posted on October 14, 2019 by

This is the ritual we did at last night’s Welcoming Circle: ANCESTOR RITUAL CASTING THE CIRCLE—(Llewellyn’s Sabbat Essentials, adapted) Take up your wand or athame. Then walk around your designated area three times. The first time around, say: We take … Continue reading →

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The Herbcrafter’s Tarot

Posted on September 14, 2019 by

These days there are a zillion tarot decks out there ranging from the traditional Rider-Waite deck to pop-culture, trendy versions such as Star Wars and Game of Thrones. So why review this particular set of tarot cards? Well, if you’ve … Continue reading →

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