Download or read book How and What Witches Learn written by Zena Smith and published by . This book was released on 2009-11-01 with total page 315 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book How and What Witches Learn Modern Witchcraft in Suburban Australia written by Ziggy Smith and published by . This book was released on 2009-07-01 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lauded by scholars, Pagan and otherwise, Smith's controversial study of Traditional Witches in Australia is presented here in its entirety for the first time outside of academia. While originally intended for a scholastic audience, Smith's affable and accessible style provides a fascinating read for anyone interested in how people acquire knowledge or what Witches do with that knowledge once acquired. [First American Edition.]
Download or read book Modern Witchcraft in Suburban Australia written by Zena Diane Smith and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 702 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the first section, focusing on how the participants learn, I argue that cognitive, behavioural and humanist learning theories as well as the most relevant social learning theory, Communities of Practice, fail to explain adequately the holistic learning processes with which the Wiccans and Witches are engaged. Instead I propose a new and complementary theory of learning that I identify as 'Whole Person\U+2019\ theory that more effectively describes the holistic and intuitive nature of learning the research participants undertook.
Download or read book Seeker s Guide to Learning Wicca written by Amethyst Treleven and published by Oak and Mistletoe. This book was released on 2008 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The seeker's Guide to Learning Wicca is a comprehensive training program designed especially for solitary Wiccans and Witches in the northern hemisphere. This amazing book helps students learn by introducing interactive tasks that help them understand how to DO Wicca and Witchcraft and not just know about it. It's a complete training program for those who want to work toward their First Degree in Inclusive Wicca and who can't work with a coven for whatever reason. The book is also fully supported by an interactive web site and online community so students experience a deep connection with a real life, working Wiccan coven and church.
Download or read book Witchcraft and Paganism in Australia written by Lynne Hume and published by Melbourne University. This book was released on 1997 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contributes to the growing literature on comparative religion and new religious movements. More specifically, it draws attention to a new religious movement. Using a multidisciplinary approcach, Hume describes the emergence of a controversial worldview which has roots in ancient ideas but whose ideology is rooted in the 20th century.
Download or read book The Modern Witch s Curriculum A guide to spiritual exploration discovery and magickal practices written by E. Massey and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2019-01-10 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There comes a time in every Witch's life when they feel there is nothing left to learn. When all the classes and all the books just cannot satisfy our want to learn more. What if there was a book for all magickal practitioners that went beyond Witchcraft/magick 101, and 102. What if there was a resource that allowed a Witch to grow and learn without the constraints of tradition and at their own pace? ?The Modern Witch's Curriculum? is that resource. Combining history, science, and hands-on activities in an easy to follow calendar format that can be started at any time of the year and on any day of the week. There is no beginning or ending to this book. It can be used over and over again. This curriculum is relevant to anyone of any magickal tradition or spiritual background. Created to guide the reader to areas of study and spiritual knowledge by using any resources that are accessible to them. There are no boundaries or requirements on how the reader can collect the information; it's all individual choice
Download or read book Waking the Witch written by Pam Grossman and published by Gallery Books. This book was released on 2020-10-06 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the podcast host of The Witch Wave and practicing witch Pam Grossman—who Vulture has dubbed the “Terry Gross of witches”—comes an exploration of the world’s fascination with witches, why they have intrigued us for centuries and why they’re more relevant now than ever. When you think of a witch, what do you picture? Pointy black hat, maybe a broomstick. But witches in various guises have been with us for millennia. In Waking the Witch, Pam Grossman explores the impact of the world’s most magical icon. From the idea of the femme fatale in league with the devil to the bewitching pop culture archetypes in Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Harry Potter; from the spooky ladies in fairy tales to the rise of contemporary witchcraft, witches reflect the power and potential of women. Part cultural analysis, part memoir, Waking the Witch traces the author’s own journey on the path to witchcraft, and how this has helped her find self-empowerment and purpose. It celebrates witches past, present, and future, and reveals the critical role they have played—and will continue to play—in the world as we know it. “Deftly illuminating the past while beckoning us towards the future, Waking the Witch has all the makings of a feminist classic. Wise, relatable, and real, Pam Grossman is the witch we need for our times” (Ami McKay, author of The Witches of New York).
Download or read book Magic Lessons written by Alice Hoffman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2021-09-07 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the 1600s, Maria was abandoned in a snowy field in rural England as a baby. Under the care of Hannah Owens, who recognizes that Maria has a gift, she learns about the 'Unnamed Arts.' When Maria is abandoned by the man who has declared his love for her, she follows him to Salem, Massachusetts. She invokes a curse that will haunt her family for generations. And she learns the lesson that she will carry with her for the rest of her life: Love is the only thing that matters.
Download or read book Compendium Beneficiorum written by Lynne Hume and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 22 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Llewellyn s 2017 Witches Companion written by Llewellyn and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 2016-07-08 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Llewellyn’s 2017 Witches’ Companion -- Modern and Creative Ways to Advance Your Craft Discover great tips and ideas for improving your Witchcraft every day. Llewellyn’s Witches’ Companion will keep you one step ahead of the latest witchy trends, Craft practices, and Pagan issues. This impressive guide features some of the most innovative Wiccan/Pagan thinkers writing today: Elizabeth Barrette • Melanie Marquis • Michael Furie • Tess Whitehurst • Lupa • Tiffany Lazic • Diana Rajchel • and many more Includes more than two dozen provocative and practical articles Tips for the Aspiring Psychic The Witchy Household Music for Ritual and Magic How to Celebrate the Sabbats During Challenging Weather Living Pagan at Work Personal Healing with the Ancient Ones Creating Your Own Coven Website Pagans and Mental Illness Why You Need Your Muse Includes a sixteen-month calendar and lunar information for spellwork and rituals
Download or read book Llewellyn s 2018 Witches Companion written by Llewellyn and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 2017-07-08 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Filled with fresh tips and provocative insights on the Craft, Llewellyn’s Witches’ Companion is a guide through diverse realms of practice. Discover dozens of articles to help you create intention, achieve balance, and cultivate the magical energy that’s woven into the world. Clean Eating for the Magical Practitioner Building a Magical Meditation Practice Crystal Magick Improve Your Concentration with Focal Jewelry How to Start a Pagan Blog Everyday Witchcraft Welcoming Newcomers to the Craft Exonerating the Warlock Features fantastic writing by many of today’s most innovative Witches and Pagans: Deborah Blake Tess Whitehurst Storm Faerywolf Emyme Ember Grant Jason Mankey Calantirniel Diana Rajchel Raven Digitalis and many more Also includes a sixteen-month calendar and lunar information for spellwork and rituals.
Download or read book Llewellyn s 2012 Witches Companion written by Llewellyn and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 2011-09-08 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Keep on top of the latest witchy trends, practices, and discussions in the Wiccan/Pagan community with Llewellyn's insightful and thought-provoking Witches' Companion. Designed for busy modern witches, this book contains a treasury of simple, practical tips for living your craft each day with wisdom and flair. Nearly two-dozen original articles deal with everything from popular debates and craft ideas to health and eco-activism. Gain fresh perspective and helpful advice on timely topics organized by theme: community, witchy living, witchcraft essentials, and magical transformations. —The joys and challenges of being a Pagan parent —When (and if) it's appropriate to dress "witchy" —Easy recipes for delicious, magical meals —Ways to save money while enjoying a spiritually rich practice . . . and much more! Bonus: A sixteen-month calendar featuring Moon void-of-course data, plus spotlighted monthly national causes and ways for you to get involved. Also look for our Witches' Calendar and Witches' Datebook, the perfect complements to Llewellyn's Witches' Companion.
Download or read book Australian Folklore written by and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 574 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book In Defense of Witches written by Mona Chollet and published by St. Martin's Press. This book was released on 2022-03-08 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mona Chollet's In Defense of Witches is a “brilliant, well-documented” celebration (Le Monde) by an acclaimed French feminist of the witch as a symbol of female rebellion and independence in the face of misogyny and persecution. Centuries after the infamous witch hunts that swept through Europe and America, witches continue to hold a unique fascination for many: as fairy tale villains, practitioners of pagan religion, as well as feminist icons. Witches are both the ultimate victim and the stubborn, elusive rebel. But who were the women who were accused and often killed for witchcraft? What types of women have centuries of terror censored, eliminated, and repressed? Celebrated feminist writer Mona Chollet explores three types of women who were accused of witchcraft and persecuted: the independent woman, since widows and celibates were particularly targeted; the childless woman, since the time of the hunts marked the end of tolerance for those who claimed to control their fertility; and the elderly woman, who has always been an object of at best, pity, and at worst, horror. Examining modern society, Chollet concludes that these women continue to be harrassed and oppressed. Rather than being a brief moment in history, the persecution of witches is an example of society’s seemingly eternal misogyny, while women today are direct descendants to those who were hunted down and killed for their thoughts and actions. With fiery prose and arguments that range from the scholarly to the cultural, In Defense of Witches seeks to unite the mythic image of the witch with modern women who live their lives on their own terms.
Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Modern Witchcraft and Neo Paganism written by Shelley Rabinovitch and published by Citadel Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you're looking for information on blessings, the Green Man, divination, ritual components, or spellwork, you can find it all in the Encyclopedia of Modern Witchcraft and Neo-Paganism. Here is the ultimate source of information on all things Wiccan and Neo-Pagan, an indispensable tool for anyone wanting to learn about the history, traditions, and major figures of modern nontraditional religions. Organized alphabetically and designed to be both clear and comprehensive, this book provides definitions and detailed entries on a wide range of subjects -- including Witchcraft, Shamanism, Gaia theory, the Burning Times, Pagan festivals, Wiccan holidays, and much more. There are essays on Witchcraft and Paganism's influence on pop culture, including the crop of Wicca-inspired books, movies, and television shows such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Charmed, The Craft, and the Harry Potter series. From Altar to Otter Zell, and all points in between, the illustrated Encyclopedia of Modern Witchcraft and Neo-Paganism is the first and last Wyrd on nontraditional religion -- the ultimate reference for anyone interested in past, present, and practice. Book jacket.
Download or read book Witches of America written by Alex Mar and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2015-10-20 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Witches are gathering." When most people hear the word "witches," they think of horror films and Halloween, but to the nearly one million Americans who practice Paganism today, witchcraft is a nature-worshipping, polytheistic, and very real religion. So Alex Mar discovers when she sets out to film a documentary and finds herself drawn deep into the world of present-day magic. Witches of America follows Mar on her immersive five-year trip into the occult, charting modern Paganism from its roots in 1950s England to its current American mecca in the San Francisco Bay Area; from a gathering of more than a thousand witches in the Illinois woods to the New Orleans branch of one of the world's most influential magical societies. Along the way she takes part in dozens of rituals and becomes involved with a wild array of characters. This sprawling magical community compels Mar to confront what she believes is possible--or hopes might be. With keen intelligence and wit, Mar illuminates the world of witchcraft while grappling in fresh and unexpected ways with the question underlying every faith: Why do we choose to believe in anything at all?--Adapted from book jacket.
Download or read book A Witch s Ally written by Dodie Graham McKay and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 2024-09-08 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Invite Animal Allies Into Your Practice From the earliest grimoires, animal familiars and companions have been a vital part of witchcraft. This book covers all aspects of working magic with animal allies and how to create profound relationships with your own pets. In addition to folklore and history, Dodie Graham McKay shares dozens of charms, recipes, rituals, and more. Featuring deep insight on how witches relate to their familiars and companions, this book helps you work with animal energy and see the world from their unique point of view. Explore supernatural entities and long-ago symbolism, partner with animals in body and spirit, and enjoy stories from Dodie about her relationship with animal allies. From making pumpkin oat dog biscuits to shapeshifting via dance, this book will enrich your experiences with the animals in your life. Includes a foreword by Kelden, author of The Crooked Path
