SPELLS, CEREMONIES & MAGIC

From the editor: "Drawing on ancient folklore, medieval black magic and modern witchcraft, the author argues that magic, as one expression of the religious instinct, enables its practitioner to realize his own divinity. Not all occultists, and few others, would agree, but the reader does not have to be a believer to enjoy this well-illustrated collection of rites and spells." -David Farren, Los Angeles Times

"...a book which no real magician should be without! Its contents are exactly what the title specifies. In addition to a definition, history, and thorough grounding in all the aspects of magic, it goes on to give practical spells and rites to meet every conceivable situation. The book also contains an extensive bibliography (though there is really no need to seek further) and an extremely useful and detailed index." -John Henry Grossman, M.D. The Magic Circular

"If you have been confused about what black and white magic is, this well documented book will carefully guide you from the primitive beginning to present day ceremonies. I particularly found fascinating Part One-Theory, where the fundamentals of magic are discussed and the common elements of all magical rituals and beliefs are tied to our oneness with each other and the cosmos. It seems that many of the rituals are intended to alter the state of consciousness of the magician and thereby allow him to tap huge reserves of psychic or cosmic energy to carry out his will.

"Magic predates all known present religions, and it appears that many rituals, prayers, and religious ceremonies incorporate some form of ancient magic in their liturgy. The three parts of the book: Theory, Practice, and Magical Spells illustrate that magic in some form is used by everyone every day without our really being aware of it, because it is in harmony with nature, and we all share that heritage. Recommended." -Richard C. LaVigne, SSC Book News

Pages: 376
Special Interest: Magick, VooDoo, Shamanism, Brujeria, Santeria, HooDoo, Occult, Spells, Possession, Secret Societies, Cults, Advanced Study & Practice, Religion.

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