Download or read book Knowledge Belief and Witchcraft written by B. Hallen and published by Stanford University Press. This book was released on 1997 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the only analysis of indigenous discourse about an African belief system undertaken within the framework of Anglo-American analytical philosophy.

Download or read book Knowledge Belief Witchcraft written by B. Hallen and published by . This book was released on 1986 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the only analysis of indigenous discourse about an African belief system undertaken within the framework of Anglo-American analytical philosophy.

Download or read book The Book of Practical Witchcraft written by Pamela Ball and published by Arcturus Publishing. This book was released on 2021-10-15 with total page 414 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Become a competent, confident spell-worker with this practical guide to witchcraft, presented in a beautiful hardback with gilded page edges. Containing an extensive collection of traditional spells and techniques, this guide will help readers attract positive friendships, love and luck as well as promote healing, careers and protection. The Practical Book of Witchcraft is an essential reference for anyone wishing to master the incredible art of wicca and spell-making. Includes: • A section on tools used as well as information on how to consecrate them • Correspondences for different spells • Rituals for manifesting your wishes This spell-binding book provides a wonderful introduction into witchcraft and makes a perfect gift. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Mystic Archives are beautiful hardcover guides which reveal the hidden mysteries of esoteric arts, presented with foil-embossing, Wibalin binding and gilded page edges.

Download or read book The Philosophy of Witchcraft written by Ian Ferguson and published by . This book was released on 1925 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Deepening Witchcraft written by Grey Cat and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'Deepening Witchcraft', the founder of the North Wind Tradition of American Witchcraft offers knowledge a well-informed Pagan needs, going beyond the basics contained in most Wiccan titles and explaining many of the skill which must be developed and honed by the more advanced student of Wicca. Offering up-to-date information on Pagan history, this book also closely examines the religious beliefs of Paganism and its deities, and outlines a solid personal basis for good behaviour in a religion that does not incorporate karma, a vengeful god, or punitive law.

Download or read book The Belief of Witchcraft Vindicated written by A M G R and published by Gale Ecco, Print Editions. This book was released on 2018-04-24 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts are available in print, making them highly accessible to libraries, undergraduate students, and independent scholars. The Age of Enlightenment profoundly enriched religious and philosophical understanding and continues to influence present-day thinking. Works collected here include masterpieces by David Hume, Immanuel Kant, and Jean-Jacques Rousseau, as well as religious sermons and moral debates on the issues of the day, such as the slave trade. The Age of Reason saw conflict between Protestantism and Catholicism transformed into one between faith and logic -- a debate that continues in the twenty-first century. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++ Harvard University Houghton Library T110259 Sometimes attributed to F. Bragge. London: printed by J. Baker, 1712. 40p.; 8°

Download or read book Encounters with Witchcraft written by Norman N. Miller and published by State University of New York Press. This book was released on 2012-04-26 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Encounters with Witchcraft is a personal story of a young man's fascination with African witchcraft discovered first in a trek across East Africa and the Congo. The story unfolds over four decades during the author's long residence in and many trips to Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. As a field researcher he learns from villagers what it is like to live with witches, and how witches are seen through African eyes. His teachers are healers, cult leaders, witch-hunters and self-proclaimed "witches" as well as policemen, politicians and judges. A key figure is Mohammadi Lupanda, a frail village woman whose only child has died years before. In her dreams, however, she believes the little girl is not dead, but only lost in the fields. Mohammadi is discovered wandering at night, wailing and calling out for the child. Her neighbors are terror-stricken and she is quickly brought to a village trial and banished as a witch. The author is able to watch and listen to the proceedings and later investigate the deeper story. He discovers mysteries about Mohammadi that are only solved when he returns to the village three decades later. Today, witch-hunting and witchcraft-related crimes are found in more than seventy developing countries. Epidemics of violence against alleged witches, mainly women, but including elders of both genders, and even children is on the increase in some parts of the world. Witchcraft beliefs may lie behind vigilante murders, political assassinations, revenge killings and commercial murders for human body parts. Through African voices the author addresses key questions. Do witchcraft powers exist? Why does witchcraft persist? What are its historic roots? Why is witchcraft-based violence so often found within families? Does witchcraft serve as a hidden legal and political system, a mafia-like under-government? The author holds up a mirror for us to think about religious beliefs in our own experience that rely heavily on myth and superstition.

Download or read book Buckland s Complete Book of Witchcraft written by Raymond Buckland and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 1986 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This complete self-study course in modern Wicca is a treasured classic - an essential and trusted guide that belongs in every witch's library."---Back cover

Download or read book Wiccan written by Gaia J. Mellor and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-09-20 with total page 504 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 3 books in 1! What is Wicca, and which are the beliefs, rituals, and philosophies that set it apart from other Pagan religions? Are you getting started in exploring the magical arts or are you a Wiccan or a Witch looking for some new spells to add to your repertoire? If are you looking for answers to these questions then keep reading..... This book is your ultimate one-stop guide to get you started with Wiccan arts, philosophies, spells, rituals, herbs, beliefs, and much more! Wicca for Beginners This book is specifically geared toward the solitary practitioner, giving you all of the instructions, knowledge, and steps you will need to perform your rituals and create your unique practice based on the beliefs of Wicca. This book contains the following exciting topics: History of Wicca and its philosophies, core beliefs and devotions Information and instructions about Sabbats, Esbats, and the Wheel of the Year Introduction to Witchcraft for the solitary practitioner Wiccan tools, implements and altar spaces Color, Crystal, Candle and Herbal magic Wiccan Spell Book The second book acts as a resource for the beginner Wiccan or Witch, looking for some guidance, wisdom, and knowledge to learn the ancient art of spellcraft. You will learn how to make your own Book of Shadows, what goes into it, what you can learn in the process, and why it is so important to have your own for your spells and rituals. This book contains the following exciting topics: Guidelines for successful spellcasting History of the Book of Shadows and how to craft one The difference between white, black, and red magic Signs, symbols, runes, and rituals Love, relationship, Wealth, and Health spells Moon circles, Lunar phases and how to harness the magic of the moon in spellcasting Wicca Herbal Magic This book wants you to learn, through the Wiccan arts, how to establish and practice your own herbal magic and medicine. Within these pages, you will find a whole world of knowledge, ancient herbal ancestry, magical and medicinal properties and qualities of hundreds of herbs and spices. This book contains the following exciting topics: Ancient herbalism and Plant correspondences Buying, harvesting, storing and "charging" herbs A giant list of the most commonly used herbs for magic and medicine spells How to make magical teas, oils, and sacred ritual baths (including recipes) Creating and constructing charms, sachets, pillows, poppets, and more! Three complete lists of herbs, essential oils and incenses Your final guide to Wicca is here for you! Even if you have never heard anything about Wicca, this book will guide you through many tools, guidelines, helpful hints, and tips. You will find all the answers you seek to bring you into a better understanding of what Wicca is and how it can help you manifest the life you have always wanted for yourself.. Scroll to the top of the page, select the "Buy Now button" and get ready for a magical ride!

Download or read book Wicca For Beginners written by Amy White and published by Alakai Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2020-02-08 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Would you like to know about different Wicca paths and traditions? Would you like to improve your intuition so you can rely more on your gut feeling? Would you like to learn how to perform rituals? Do you think it's time to slow down and align yourself with a more peaceful and harmonious way of life? Then this is the book for you! Wicca For Beginners: The Guide to Wiccan Beliefs, Magic, Rituals, Witchcraft, and Living a Magical Life explains how to harness and channel the natural energy to effect change in yours and another people’s life. Inside you'll discover: A detailed explanation of what Wicca is and what it isn'tTips on how to improve your intuition and start listening to your inner voiceHow to identify a Goddess you can work withWhat the core beliefs of Earth-centered religions areHow to perform spells for love, health, money, and distance healingAnd so much more… This book will become an essential guide on how to draw inspiration and power from the natural world. You will learn how to tune into the world of spirits and how communing with Nature can offer relief from anxiety and depression. It will show you how to harmonize your life with the seasonal cycles so you can come to terms with the cycles of your own life. You will understand that living mindfully is living aligned with Nature and will learn how to maintain inner balance in the stressful and neurotic world we live in. An introduction to the world of magic, Pagan deities, and spellwork, Wicca For Beginners: The Guide to Wiccan Beliefs, Magic, Rituals, Witchcraft, and Living a Magical Life explains how and when to celebrate Sabbats and Esbats, and how to live a balanced life full of magic and ancient wisdom. If you are ready to start becoming a Wiccan, scroll up and click on the “Buy Now” button!

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 Magical House Protection written by Brian Hoggard and published by Berghahn Books. This book was released on 2019-04-22 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Belief in magic and particularly the power of witchcraft was once a deep and enduring presence in popular culture. “Diving into Brian Hoggard’s Magical House Protection is a remarkable experience... [It] provides an immersive and fascinating read.”—Fortean Times People created and concealed many objects to protect themselves from harmful magic. Detailed are the principal forms of magical house protection in Britain and beyond from the fourteenth century to the present day. Witch-bottles, dried cats, horse skulls, written charms, protection marks and concealed shoes were all used widely as methods of repelling, diverting or trapping negative energies. Many of these practices and symbols can be found around the globe, demonstrating the universal nature of efforts by people to protect themselves from witchcraft. From the introduction: The most popular locations to conceal objects within buildings are usually at portals such as the hearth, the threshold and also voids or dead spaces. This suggests that people believed it was possible for dark forces to travel through the landscape and attack them in their homes. Whether these forces were emanations from a witch in the form of a spell, a witch’s familiar pestering their property, an actual witch flying in spirit or a combination of all of those is difficult to tell. Additional sources of danger could be ghosts, fairies and demons. People went to great lengths to ensure their homes and property were protected, highlighting the fact that these beliefs and fears were visceral and, as far as they were concerned, literally terrifying.

Download or read book African Belief and Knowledge Systems written by Munyaradzi Mawere and published by African Books Collective. This book was released on 2011 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The debate on the existence of African philosophy has taken central stage in academic circles, and academics and researchers have tussled with various aspects of this subject. This book notes that the debate on the existence of African philosophy is no longer necessary. Instead, it urges scholars to demonstrate the different philosophical genres embedded in African philosophy. As such, the book explores African metaphysical epistemology with the hope to redirect the debate on African philosophy. It articulates and systematizes metaphysical and epistemological issues in general and in particular on Africa. The book aptly shows how these issues intersect with the philosophy of life, traditional beliefs, knowledge systems and practices of ordinary Africans and the challenges they raise for scholarship in and on philosophy with relevance to Africa.

Download or read book An Ethnography of Knowledge written by Netsayi Noris Mudege and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2008 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book analyses how social processes impact on knowledge production and dissemination; investigates how differences between actors impact on knowledge dissemination and appropriation; explores how existing knowledge frameworks affect knowledge analysis and acceptance and how people bridge the gap between 'outside' and 'local' forms of knowledge.

Download or read book Witchcraft a Spiritual Journey written by Raven Frost and published by . This book was released on 2017-08-19 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pull up a chair and let's have a chat about Traditional Witchcraft. This is your first step on your journey to becoming one with all, which is the foundation of Witchcraft.From the 16th Century, there have been witches in my family. The old beliefs have been a way of life for as long as I can remember. This book is a way for me to share those beliefs with others. Witchcraft isn't just about magic; it is a way of life.Traditional witchcraft has been around for thousands of years and although much knowledge has been lost over time, there is still a lot that remains. There are many paths and belief systems among witches, this is but one. Learn everything you need to know to embark on your own journey into the world of witchcraft, beginning with Witchcraft - A Spiritual Journey.Learn the belief system of Traditional Witchcraft and how it differs from the Wicca Tradition. Discover your connection to the universe and how that connection will enrich your life and provide you with the power of divination, the ability to cast spells, and invoke the spirits in nature. Learn how you can communicate with the dead and see into another time - another place. Becoming a witch is not something that happens overnight. It is a journey that begins with your first step onto the path of discovery. Get comfortable, have a cup of tea, and let your journey begin.

Download or read book A Historical Account Of The Belief In Witchcraft In Scotland written by Charles Kirkpatrick Sharpe and published by . This book was released on 2022-10-27 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Magic and Witchcraft written by George Moir and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-09-16 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Magic and Witchcraft" by George Moir. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.